MIDWEEK RESULTS...

Tuesday September 22

FC Elmstead P-P Lewisham Borough

Wednesday September 23

AC London 1-2 Glebe
Bridon Ropes 1-3 Sutton Athletic

Glebe's 2-1 victory over AC London at the Crystal Palace Sports Arena saw them go top of the KIL table while Sutton Athetic's three points, from a 3-1 away triumph at Bridon Ropes, lifted them up to ninth.

WEEKEND RESULTS...

SaturdaySeptember 19

Kent Invicta League

AC London 4-1 Eltham Palace

Bridon Ropes 1-0 Kent Football United

FC Elmstead 1-3 Seven Acre & Sidcup

Forest Hill Park 0-0 APM Contrast

Glebe 1-0 Orpington

Phoenix Sports Res 1-1 Crockenhill

Rusthall 2-5 MeridianVP

Sutton Athletic 0-2 Bearsted

A 10th minute goal from James Alderman earned Glebe a 1-0 victory over Orpington at Foxbury Avenue to move them within a point of leaders Gravesham Borough, who were without a game.
Bearsted are third following their 2-0 victory at Sutton Athletic. Tom Brown scored both goals for the Bears in the last ten minutes at the London Hire Stadium.
Kent Football United remain fifth despite slipping to a single goal reverse to Bridon Ropes who took the points through Nick Dunsden's last minute winner at Charlton Park Lane.
James Hawkins put MeridianVP ahead at Rusthall but the home side hit back to lead with 21 minutes on the clock as both Sam Caldicott and Simon Hammond netted. Gary Cook levelled matters on the half hour before the visitors took command after the break to record a 5-2 away triumph through Richard Whyte (2) and Stephen Kempster.
AC London enjoyed their first home game at the Crystal Palace Sports Arena as they beat Eltham Palace 4-1 thanks to goals from Suliesmar Naves, Gerni Pugas, Jo Chun and Huender Santos.
Forest Hill Park drew 0-0 with APM Contrast and Phoenix Sports Reserves were held 1-1 by Crockenhill but FC Elmstead remain bottom after losing 1-3 to Seven Acre & Sidcup at Oakley Road.

More photos from the Sutton Athletic 0-2 Bearsted game can be found by clicking here

Kent Senior Trophy First Round

Lydd Town 3-1 Lewisham Borough

Sheppey United 1-0 Fisher

Lydd Town and Sheppey United progressed through to the Kent Senior Trophy Second Round after home triumphs over Lewisham Borough and Fisher respectively.
Vernace Gbeyo put Boro' ahead at the Lindsay Field in the 11th minute but Ryan Smith and Carlum MacLeod put Lydd in front by half-time and a second goal from Smith in the second-half ensured Dave Smith sides passage into the next round.
Meanwhile Andrew Thompson was the match winner for Sheppey as they beat SCEFL outfit Fisher at Holm Park.

MIDWEEK FIXTURES & RESULTS...

Tuesday 15 September
MeridianVP 0-4 Glebe
Phoenix SportsReserves 0-1 ForestHillPark

Wednesday16 September
Lewisham Borough P-P Orpington
Seven Acre & Sidcup P-P Eltham Palace
 

OCTOBER FIXTURES RELEASED...

The fixtures for October were released on Friday night and can befound on the Fixtures/Results page - click here

DEFENDER LOOKING FOR A CLUB...

Luke Farbrace is a 26-year-old central defender who has just moved to Chatham and is looking for a club in the local area. He has previously played University football to a good standard, played in the Hampshire Premier League back at home (Tier 11) and was offered a football scholarship in the US a couple of years ago.

He is looking for some advice as to how to get involved and attend some trainingsessions.

You can contact Luke on 07956 357204 or lukefarbrace@gmail.com

KEEPER LOOKING FOR A CLUB...

I’m Jake Gilbert, a 19-year-old goalkeeper with a height of 6’ 2” and am looking for a good/high standard team for this season. I have playedcontinuously at Selkent level for eight years with last year in the U21's 'A' League.
I feel as though I have outgrown Selkent and wish to try mytrade in this league. Throughout  mycareer I have had professional coaching, a club with a keeper coach is an advantage but not a condition, I currently drive so amwilling to travel.

If you wish to contact me please do so on this number: 07479090800

TEMPORARY CHANGES AT LEWISHAM BOROUGH

VARIOUS VACANCIES AT ELTHAM PALACE...

COACHING STAFF WANTED

Eltham Palace FC is looking for the following club coaching staff -

Assistant Manager

Ideally this position will attract a mature, qualified coach with experience. The successful candidate will preferably hold a Level 3 qualification. However, experienced and mature Level 2 coaches will also be considered. The Assistant manager will be an integral part in delivering the clubs coaching development plan and philosophy.  The successful candidate will need to be available every Wednesday evening for training sessions throughout the season.

The Assistant Manager will also work closely with the Club Manager in planning and organising our match day squads.  The successful candidate will need to be available every Saturday and some midweek fixtures throughout the season.

This position may suit an established coach looking to gain ‘dug-out’ experience and bridge the gap between team coaching and club management.

Goalkeeping Coach

This position will suit a qualified Level 2 goalkeeping coach, preferably with experience. The Goalkeeping Coach will be responsible for delivering coaching sessions specifically designed for the club goalkeepers (both senior and U21).  The successful candidate will need to be available every Wednesday evening throughout the season.

The Goalkeeping Coach will work closely with the Club Manager and Assistant Manager in planning and organising our match day squads, specifically mentoring the selected goalkeeper(s). The successful candidate will need to be available every Saturday and some midweek fixtures throughout the season.

If you are interested in either of the above coaching positions, please phone or text Neil on 07796 698666.

PLAYERS WANTED

Eltham Palace FC is seeking talented players in all position.  Especially goalkeepers and defenders!  Our preseason schedule starts on Wednesday 1st July.

Location -

CAFC Training Ground

Sparrows Lane

New Eltham

7.30pm Start – 9pm Finish

If you are interested in having a trial, please phone or text Neil on 07796 698666, so we can direct you to our allocated pitch!

CLUB VOLUNTEERS WANTED

Eltham Palace FC is looking for the following volunteer roles -

Match Day Assistant

This position involves many duties. Initially managing the turnstile and distributing the match programmes before our matches. Other match day duties will revolve around general site security, health and safety.

This role would suit a mature person who can ‘think on their feet’ and work independently. You will be required to attend all EPFC home matches. Home matches are approximately once a fortnight (subject to fixtures), away matches are optional. Some evenings matches throughout the season.

Programme Editor

This role will involve planning and preparing our home match day programme. The ability to manage and meet deadlines is a key competence. Editorial experience would be desirable, but not essential.

Community Development Manager

Eltham Palace FC is looking for a person to elevate our presence within the wider community and foster links with local businesses. This would suit someone with a marketing and/or project management background.

All the above positions are vital for the development and progression of Eltham Palace FC. 

We see these positions as just as important as our ‘top striker’!
 

If you would like to be part of our winning team, please contact Neil on 07796 698666.

GRAVESHAM REQUIRE CLUB SECRETARY...

Gravesham Borough, who play their home matches at Rede Court Road in Strood (ME2 3TU) are looking to appoint a new club secretary.

Anyone interested in fulfilling the role, or for further information, should contact the Gravesend based club's Chairman, Peter Snelling, on the following e-mail address - pjhs@talktalk.net

VACANCIES AT MERIDIAN VP...