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Hodgsons FC continued their build up to the new season with a friendly against fellow Humber Premier League side Chalk Lane. The Tanners took a two goal lead in the match though in the end drew the game 3 – 3. Chalk Lane’s summer signing Michael O’connell looked dangerous and he seemed to relish playing against his former Beverley Town team mate Sam Overton who switched Norwood for Longcroft. Manager…
Beverley Town produced a fine display of pre-season football beating Dunnington 5-1. Beverley started the livelier of the two teams and went into the lead with their first attack of the game, Beverley continued to play the better football and it was no surprise they claimed a second goal mid way through the half. The Dunnington goalkeeper gifted Beverley their third goal with a poor clearance, the only let down…
Graham Briggs was crowned National Circuit Champion last night in Beverley. The rider who races with Rapha Condor Sharp, the dominant force in domestic pro-cycling this season took the race by about a bike length from Ian Wilkinson. Briggs was presented with the winners Jersey and flowers by the Mayor of Beverley Peter Estelle. Over 80 riders took part in the race that was delayed due a to crash in…
Two depleted sides due to the holidays met on Wednesday night as the Beverley Braves under 9’s took on Cottingham Tigers at Longcroft. To ensure everyone got as much game time as possible three Braves players volunteered to play for the Tigers in each half, thanks therefore go to Matthew Madin, Will Sandford, and Oliver Gresswell who lined up with the Tigers in the first half and Matthew Hutchinson, William…
Beverley Braves under-nines’ six-match unbeaten run came to an end at Holderness Vikings earlier this month. A below- par Braves could not cope with the strong running and excellent passing of the Vikings, eventually losing by 10 tries to 9. Despite the defeat there were still many strong individual performances, including Tom Colley, who won the man-of-the-match award with a great stint in defence in only his sixth game for…
Humber Colts boss Tony Henderson believes his side are ready for their assault on Division Two of the Hull Men’s Sunday League. Henderson watched his side hammer FC Rossendale 7-0 in their pre-season friendly. New signing Rob Northern bagged a double, as did Carl Walker, while Danny Atkinson, Mike Claxton and Ben Thompson also got on the scoresheet. And Henderson declared himself satisfied with the way his team are shaping…
Beverley Braves enjoyed their time on their biggest stage to date last weekend. HU17.net was there to capture them in action at half-time of the Hull FC v Leeds Rhinos Challenge Cup clash at the KC Stadium, which saw Hull knocked out of the competition 38-22. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=1624] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the…
Beverley Racecourse hosted their family race day yesterday. Amanda Price a Nurse at Hull Royal Infirmary spent the day at the Westwood course with family friends as she celebrated her 43rd birthday. Dave Price and Dave Bignell both managed to scoop place pot, the pair were delighted at picking the right results in each of the races and scooped £4.50 each for their efforts. Rachel Falkingham of North Bar Without…
Beverley Racecourse holds their family fun day today and while your kids are enjoying the entertainment here are some tips for the racing that is taking part on the track, doors open today at 12 noon with the first race setting off at 2.10 There will be plenty to do with Hull Kingston Rovers running through some rugby skills and the appearance of Peppa Pig! Horse Racing Tips For Beverley…
After last weeks abandonment due to the weather Beverley were keen to get back to winning ways against York at Norwood Park after 3 disappointing weeks. Skipper Alan Acklam started well when he finally won a toss and inserted York to have first use of a typically good Beverley track. Opening bowlers, Simon Roe and Peter Groves restricted the scoring rate whilst picking up wickets at regular intervals, including the…
The 3rd XI welcomed Hull to Norwood looking to build on their recent good run of form. The toss was won by the visitors and they surprisingly batted first on a used wicket. Beverley’s youthful bowling attack started well following on from last week’s effort. Brad Dobson again bowled a pacy spell but with no luck, whilst Guy Brumfield picked up an early wicket. Beverley introduced new signing from Hull…
This was an excellent workout for both teams playing some good open passing football. Westella and Willerby came out on top in the first 45 minutes causing Grimsby some problems with their pace and movement and were well worth their 2 goal lead. In the Second half it was Grimsby who upped the pace, with long passing spells through the midfield. Despite this they still let Westella andWillerby score within…
Hull FC threw away a ten point half-time league as they crashed out of the Challenge Cup at home to Leeds Rhinos. Tries from Jordan Turner (2) and Sam Obst had seen Hull open up a 16-6 half time lead to give new owner Adam Pearson hope of a trip to Wembley. But the Rhinos, so often Hull’s nemesis, turned things round in spectacular fashion spearheaded by tries from Carl…
The Beverley Town Mohicans were well beaten by Beverley Whitestar as both sides battle it out at Longcroft in pre season friendly. Losing 7 – 0 the Mohicans, who won the Plate Cup last season still gave a very good account of themselves against a Whitestar team who were older. After the game Dave Collingwood praised his players who performed much better in the second in the second half. [nggallery…
Young Beverley motorcyclist Jordan Rushby is in urgent need of sponsorship to help him continue his promising career. Jordan, 13, is currently racing in the 4 x National Championships, competing in the F125cc class on an Aprilia RS 125cc bike. His dad Nigel describes why Jordan needs support, and what this could lead to. “Alliance Steel Services Ltd have been supporting Jordan all season providing all transport and associated running…
The academy is a fun and friendly introduction into junior football. We focus on coaching the FUNdamentals of football, such as passing, dribbling and movement, whilst encouraging our member’s individual flair and progression. • Starting Saturday 30th July (then every Saturday through the summer) • At Longcroft 3G 10-11am. • All coaches are CRB checked and hold at least the FA level 1 award. • For boys and girls aged…
Although unable to record a victory, Beverley Braves Under-8s came away from the New Earswick rugby gala in York with their pride intact and an enormous amount of credit. Playing against opposition whose size at times beggared belief, the Braves gamely stuck to their task and very nearly snatched victories in two of the four games played in what can only be described as atrocious weather conditions. Jacob Parkinson and…
Beverley Athletic Club Juniors had a busy and successful weekend taking part in the third meeting in the Humberside Track and Field League and the Burton Leonard Fun Run. The track and field meeting was held at Costello Stadium on Saturday and also incorporated the county championships for certain events. It rained all day but despite the dreadful conditions there were some notable results for Beverley. Lauryn Garwood won the…