Thursday  9th October 2008

F.A. Youth Cup - Second Qualifying Round

Cockfosters  3   Thamesmead Town  5  (a.e.t.)

Cockfosters battled hard in the tie against Thamesmead Town but were chasing the game all night. Twice in normal time and once more in the added period, Thamesmead had their noses in front only for Cockfosters to battle back each time. Terry Mireku got the Reds back on track to make it 1-1; Marcel Okuro forced the tie into extra-time and after Thamesmead had gone ahead for the third time, Sean Shields made it all square once more. Cockfosters should have made more of the extra man once Thamesmead were reduced to ten after 85 minutes but it was not to be as Thamesmead's Raphael Momodu completed a personal hat-trick with two late extra-time goals. Match report to follow.....

Tuesday 7th October 2008

London Senior Cup - First Round

Cockfosters  5   Haringey Borough   0

Two goals in the first ten minutes from Dan O'Connor and Dave Pigden effectively indicated the eventual outcome of this tie.  Although Haringey had plenty of the ball, there was little danger from their assaults on the Cockfosters rearguard. Three goals early in the second half, Dan O'Connor from the spot, Dave Pigden & Aaron Ewing, lifted the spirits and ensured that Haringey had no way back. Match report to follow.....

Saturday 4th October 2008

Jon Moniatis 200 not out.....

Scoring at Langford this afternoon was a personal milestone for Cockfoster's Jon Moniatis as he brought his goalscoring tally to 200 senior goals for the Club. Jon made his senior debut in August 1996 for the 'B' team. Since then 'Monnie' has made 256 league appearances and 86 cup games - a very impressive record. Well done Jon...

Spartan South Midlands League - Premier Division

Langford   6   Cockfosters  4   

In a bizarre game that might well have finished 10 - 10, Cockfosters fought back from 6-1 down to gain some respectability. Both defences were atrocious, and by half-time Langford were 3-1 ahead. The home side led 2-0 before Jack Chandler reduced the arrears before a gifted goal on the stroke of half-time put Cockfosters on the back foot. Matters got worse within 15 seconds of the restart and goal numbers 5 & 6 were not far behind, Jon Moniatis started the revival with Dave Pigden and Michael Casey getting on the scoresheet as Langford amazingly looked for the final whistle. Match report to follow.....

Spartan South Midlands League - Reserve Division One

Cockfosters Res.  2   Harpenden Town Res.   0

After a goalless first half Cockfosters eased to a comfortable three points as goals from Andy Timbrell and Danny Curbelo saw Cockfosters home. There were many opportunities to increase the scoreline including a missed penalty. Match report to follow.....

Wednesday 1st October 2008

Southern Counties Youth Floodlight League - Olympian Division

Waltham Abbey U18   1   Cockfosters U18  0 

Manager Paul Boxer, rang the changes from last week's successful FA Youth Cup win, but was unable to prevent Waltham Abbey maintaining their 100% league record as Cockfosters slipped to a solitary goal defeat. Match report to follow....

Saturday 27th September 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Premier Division

Cockfosters  3   Welwyn Garden City  3 

Two goals adrift after just 9 minutes gave Cockfosters a tremendous uphill task but within 23 minutes, two goals from Dave Pigden restored equality. Welwyn went ahead once more after 38 minutes but a Dan O'Connor goal after 66 minutes gave Cockfosters a deserved point. Match report to follow (on Tuesday).....

Spartan South Midlands League - Reserve Division One

Tring Athletic Res.  1   Cockfosters Res.  5

Cockfosters put in a breathtaking performance at Tring which featured five of the current U18 side. Tring could only respond with a last minute penalty as goals from Kieron  Bishop(2), Jamie Brandon, Danny Curbelo and and Sean Shields secured a fine win.

Thursday 25th September 2008

F.A. Youth Cup - First Qualifying Round

Cockfosters U18  2   Wealdstone U18   1   

After going behind after 20 minutes, Cockfosters battled back against a strong Wealdstone side and levelled through Marcel Okoro's deflected drive two minutes before the break. Wealdstone had plenty of second half possession but Cockfosters had the more dangerous attempts on goal. With eight minutes remaining Okoro(pictured) smashed home the winner that sees Cockfosters through to face Thamesmead Town in the next Round. Have a look at the F.A's. preview of last night's game http://www.thefa.com/TheFACup/TheFAYouthCup/NewsAndFeatures/Postings/2008/09/FAYC_Preview_1Q_CockfostersWealdstone.htm Match report to follow....

Tuesday 23rd September 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Reserve Division One

London Colney Res.  2   Cockfosters Res.  2

After putting in an impressive first 40 minutes, Cockfosters were shaken as London Colney took the lead just before half-time. A disastrous slip-up  a minute into the second half saw Cockfosters go two behind. A late resurgence saw Danny Curbelo to come off the bench ro score twice, to earn a well deserved point in a thoroughly entertaining game. Match report to follow......

Saturday 20th September 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Premier Division

Cockfosters  1   Tring Athletic   1

A goal in the third minute of added time denied  Cockfosters the three points. Dave Pigden gave Cockfosters a first half lead, just about merited, but Tring had a catalogue of chances to have turned the game around in the second half. Match report to follow....

Spartan South Midlands League - Reserve Division One

Broxbourne Borough V & E Res.  1   Cockfosters Res.  1

Michael Cooper rescued a point for the Reserves after an own goal by Wes Ewing had gifted Broxbourne a fortunate lead. Despite numerous opportunities, the Reds were unable to clinch the three points. Match report to follow....

Welcome visitors to Chalk Lane this afternoon from their home in Spain were Derek "Degsie" Carlisle and his wife Linda. Degsie spent many a season in the 80-90's as Cockfosters Physio. Nice to see you .....

Thursday 18th September 2008

Southern Counties Youth Floodlight League - Olympian Division

Hoddesdon Town U18   5   Cockfosters U18  4 

Despite two goals from Kieran Bishop, Cockfosters slipped to a 5-4 defeat in a thrilling game at Hoddesdon. Emmanuel Osei-Owuso and Daniel Florence were Cockfosters other scorers. Match report to follow....

Tuesday 16th September 2008

Brimsdown Rovers game Postponed.

The game scheduled for Wed 24th September has been postponed. Brimsdown have been reinstated in the FA Vase as their previous round opponents, Stansted, fielded a player currently suspended. The FA have scheduled their tie against Eton Manor for the 24th Sep.

Monday 15th September 2008

Training Arrangements

Saturday 13th September 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Premier Division

Cockfosters  2   Kentish Town   6 

Cockfosters  led twice with goals from Dave Pigden before Kentish Town twice hauled themselves level, and all that in the first 12 minutres. Jon Donaghue  gave Kentish Town the edge by half-time and in the second period Cockfosters disintegrated as Town hit three more without reply. See Match report......

Thursday 11th September 2008

U18 Friendly

Cockfosters U18  3   Enfield Town U18   1 

Cockfosters entertained not only their visitors but also a sizeable crowd as eased to a prestigious win. See report....

Wednesday 10th September 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Challenge Trophy - First Round

Hatfield Town   0   Cockfosters   2

Cockfosters eased their way past Division One side Hatfield Town at Herns Lane, Welwyn. The game took some time to catch fire but gradually Cockfosters warmed to the task and began to look the more dangerous. Nicky Page rattled the crossbar before the opening goal on 44 minutes saw Dave Pigden score from close range. The second came after 56 minutes from Nicky Steward who scored from 20 yards. Hatfield had their moments but rarely looked like spoiling the evening. See Match report......

Tuesday 9th September 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Reserve Division One

Harpenden Town Res.  2   Cockfosters Res.  2

Cockfosters went behind after 13 minutes but after continually threatening the Harpenden goal, the leveller duly arrived on 24 minutes through Lucas Campbell. The second half was only two minutes old before Danny Curbelo completed a tidy three man move to sidefoot Cockfosters in front. There was little danger to either goal until the 78th minute when a freekick wide on the left was met at the far post for Harpenden to level. Match report to follow....

Saturday 6th September 2008

F.A. Carlsberg VASE - First Round Qualifying

Langford    5    Cockfosters   1

Cockfosters exited the competition at the first hurdle against the leaders of the S.M.M.L. Within twenty minutes Langford were 2-0 up and although Dave Pigden clawed one back early in the second half. A dubious penalty after 70 minutes gave Langford some breathing space at the same time as Steve Kessack seeing red for disputing the decision. Although the Reds controlled the latter stages , two goals from corners put the boot in at the same time as flattering the hosts. See report .....

Spartan South Midlands League - Reserve Division One

Cockfosters Res.  2   Hoddesdon Town Res.  1

Cockfosters eventually emerged as winners following a performance that for the most part was less than entertaining. It took 70 minutes for the game to come to life when Danny Curbelo put Cockfosters in front. Eight minutes later, Hoddesdon levelled through Chris Anthony. Lucas Campbell lashed home the winner after 88 minutes to give Cockfosters the points. See report ....

Wednesday 3rd September 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Reserve Division One

Cockfosters Res.  3   Colney Heath Res.  1

Cockfosters turned in a highly entertaining performance in beating Colney Heath 3-1. Aaron Ewing(pictured) lashed Cockfosters into the lead from a free-kick eight yards out after 34 minutes. Danny Cubelo finshed off a fine move on 50 minutes and Jamie Brandon clinched the win five minutes later. Colney Heath reduced the deficit through Aaron Clarke two minutes later but Cockfosters eased to a well deserved win in some style. See Match report...

Tuesday 2nd September 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Premier Division

Cockfosters  2   Holmer Green  3 

Cockfosters  facing bottom placed Holmer Green, faced an uphill battle after going two goals behind in the first half. Ben Andreos claimed the last touch as a corner was bundled over the line to get one back just before half-time. Nicky Steward brought Cockfosters level after 47 minutes which was the prelude to a domination of the second half. All of that went out of the window as Cockfosters were mugged by a penalty four minutes into added time. Match report to follow....

Monday 1st September 2008

Southern Counties Youth Floodlight League - Olympian Division

Welwyn Garden City U18  2   Cockfosters U18  3 

Cockfosters got their campaign in the Olympian Division underway with the best possible start with a 3-2 win at Welwyn Garden City. Tom Boxer, Marcel Okoro and Sean Shields from the penalty spot were on target to secure the three points. See match report....

Saturday 30th August 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Premier Division

Cockfosters  0   Berkhamsted Town  3 

Cockfosters could quite fairly be accused of not turning up as they gifted Berkhamsted Town three points. Ben Butler gave Berko' the lead after 19 minutes and Tony Fields doubled the lead just before the break. Cockfosters huffed and puffed in the second half but another moment of indecision led to Berko's third as Fields added his second. See Match report ......

Wednesday 27th August 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Reserve Division One

Cockfosters Res.  2   Leverstock Green Res.  3

Cockfosters rocky start to the season continued as three points were gifted to Leverstock Green. After going behind, two outstanding goals from Jamie Brandon gave Cockfosters the lead before the visitors levelled before the break. Minutes into the second half, Cockfosters lost 'keeper Scott Montgomery to a red card for retaliation. and with it went the points, although a late blitz on the Leverstock goal came close to grabbing a point. See Match report ....

Tuesday 26th August 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Premier Division

Hanwell Town  5    Cockfosters  2

Cockfosters faced a difficult trip to Hanwell Town and were 4-1 down at half-time. Dan O'Connor had retrieved the situation somewhat with a goal after 36 minutes after Cockfosters were two goals adrift. Dave Pigden grabbed another one back after 55 minutes only for Hanwell to cement the win ten minutes from time.

Saturday 23rd August 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Premier Division

Cockfosters  1    Harefield United  1

Spartan South Midlands League - Reserve Division One

Holmer Green Res.  0    Cockfosters Res.  2

Wednesday 20th August 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Reserve Division One

Cockfosters Res.  1   Broxbourne Borough V & E Res.  2

Saturday 16th August 2008

F.A. Cup - Extra Preliminary Round

Cockfosters  0   Ampthill Town   1

They'll be dancing in the streets of Ampthill tonight as Town earned a well deserved win at Cockfosters. Frankly, Cockfosters were never at the races and although on chances, goal-line clearances etc. the score could have gone either way, Cockfosters can have few complaints. Even the decisive goal was a hoick from the half way line by Tom Lynch that took a wicked bounce and flew in via Chay Morriss's shoulder after 80 minutes. See report .....

South Midlands Floodlight Cup

With Saffron Walden Town having been thrown out of the Senior competition, it is now confirmed that Cockfosters will  face Hertford Town in the First Round,,,

Friday 15th August 2008

U18 - League Cup

In the First Round of the Brian Hitchings Cup, Cockfosters have been drawn away against Leighton Town. The winners of this tie will be at home to either Crawley Green or AFC Dunstable in Round Two.

Wednesday 13th August 2008

Herts Senior Cup

In the Herts Senior Cup, Cockfosters First Round opponents will be Welwyn Garden City to be played at Herns Lane, Welwyn. The winners of this tie will visit Oxhey Jets in the Second Round.

Tuesday 12th August 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Premier Division

Cockfosters  3   St. Margaretsbury   0

Cockfosters had a battle against a lively Saints side but grabbed the initiative with two first half goals from Jon Moniatis and Dan O'Connor. Cockosters started the second half better and added a third on 55 minutes through Dan O'Connor but from then on fought a rearguard battle but managed to keep the Saints at bay to chalk up the first points of the season. See Reports....

Saturday 9th August 2008

Spartan South Midlands League - Premier Division

Aylesbury Vale 2    Cockfosters  1

Cockfosters Team plans ruined by M25 chaos and the late arrival of several players, were slow out of the traps in the opening game of the season at Aylesbury. A needless penalty was conceded by Chay Morris after 14 minutes and the home side were good value for the half-time lead. Jon Moniatis levelled after 55 minutes and although Cockfosters were by now on the front foot, a goal from nowhere five minutes from time left the Reds searching for their first points. See Reports.....

Monday 4th August 2008

S.S.M.L Cup Draws

In the Challenge Trophy, Cockfosters have been drawn away to Hatfield Town in the First round with the winners paired with Crawley Green or Welwyn Garden City in Round Two. In the Premier Division Cup, Cockfosters have a First Round bye and will be at home to Holmer Green in Round Two.

In the Reserve Challenge Trophy, Cockfosters begin their defence of the cup with a First Round bye before facing the challenge of Royston Town or Tring Corinthians in the Second Round.     (see "Cup Competitions" for full draw.)

Saturday 2nd August 2008

Cockfosters completed their pre-season program with a 1-1 draw against Herts Senior County London Lions. A less than enthralling game saw Jamie Brandon(pictured) put Cockfosters in front mid-way through the first half. What followed did little to inspire and the Lions levelled with five minutes remaining.  Meanwhile at London Colney....

London Colney XI  2    Cockfosters  Res. 3

Daniel Little(Crouchie) put Cockfosters into a first half lead after our man from Moscow, Anton Garilov, had rattled the crossbar. Two second half goals from Josh D'Jelal put Cockfosters 3-0 up. London Colney rallied late on  with two goals in the last five minutes, one a bizarre own goal from the unfortunate Scott Montgomery and the other a superb header.

Before and after...

Georgia Spicer-Bell and friend Ting-Tong at London Colney and Nick Lapite, who's lost all his curls for charity... Well done Nick....

Thursday 31st July 2008

Cockfosters continued their pre-season programme with a visit to Codicote and emerged with a 3-2 win. The home side looked the more cohesive in a goalless first half and could well have earned a first half lead but for some poor finishing. Half-time saw multiple changes and within a minute of the restart Dan O'Connor fired Cockfoster in front. After 63 minutes Aaron Ewing put O'Connor in to double the lead but Codicote fought back with a direct free-kick and twelve minutes from time drew level. The winner came with eight minutes left when Dave Pigden pounced on a loose ball and scored from close range.

Tuesday 29th July 2008

South Midlands Floodlight Cup Final.

Last season's Final against Saffron Walden Town, scheduled to be played at Chalk Lane on Tuesday 5th August has been cancelled (not postponed). In the last couple of days, Saffron Walden have stated that they were not prepared to fulfil the fixture that has been scheduled since mid-June. Having been drawn against Saffron Walden in the First Round of the 2008-9 competition, this tie will not now take place and the competition committee are seeking to include a replacement and Hertford Town are likely to be installed in the competition.

Monday 28th July 2008

Ferdinand Snubs Chalk Lane Offer....

When a Cockfosters official, who shall remain nameless, spotted a young man displaying obvious football talents at a local event, an approach was made and the young man was invited to come and play at a higher level at Chalk Lane. "Thanks very much for the offer" was the reply "But I don't think West Ham would like it..." The young man in question was Anton Ferdinand and on realising  his failure to recognise the West Ham star, the intrepid Cockfosters official sought the refuge of the nearest hole in the ground that would swallow him up.  But hey..... If you don't ask...................

Saturday 26th July 2008

Cockfosters latest outing was against Mill End Sports of the Herts Senior County League. Cockfosters produced their better performance in the first-half and took the lead through Jon Moniatis after twenty minutes. Mill End were soon level as a dubious penalty was successfully converted. Another good workout on a sultry afternoon as we look forward to our next game against Codicote on Thursday.

Thursday 24th July 2008

Wednesday 23rd July 2008

South Midlands Floodlight Cup

Having yet to play the Final of the 2007-8 against Saffron Walden Town, last seasons finalists have been paired in the First Round of the 2008-9 competition. The full draw  for First Team and Reserves is,,,,

                       FIRST TEAM                                                                             RESERVE TEAMS

Saturday 19th July 2008

Fixtures

Cockfosters start the 2008-9 campaign with a visit to Aylesbury Vale on the opening day, 9th August. The following Tuesday, St. Margaretsbury are the visitors to Chalk Lane. See First Team Fixtures....

The Reserves first game is at home to Broxbourne Borough on Wed 20th Aug followed by a trip to Holmer Green on the 23rd and then entertain Leverstock Green on Wed 27th.

Friday 18th July 2008

Met. Police(Bushey)  2   Cockfosters  3

Thursday 17th July 2008

London Senior Cup

In the First Round of the London Senior Cup, Cockfosters have drawn at home to near neighbours Haringey Borough. The winners of this tie will be away to either Colliers Wood or Clapton in Round 2.

Wednesday 16th July 2008

Potters Bar Town v Cockfosters - OFF

The  pre-season friendly scheduled for 22nd July has been cancelled as the pitch at Potters Bar will not be ready.

Saturday 12th July 2008

Cockfosters share the honours with Enfield Town

In the first of the Pre-Season friendlies Cockfosters and an Enfield Town XI shared an honourable draw in the 1-1 draw played at the home of London Lions at Arkley. Enfield edged the first half with Bradley Drisdale a constant threat and took the lead on the stroke of half-time. The second half swayed the way of Cockfosters who deservedly levelled midway through the half through Alex Green, on his debut, after Aaron Ewing had set up the opportunity with a low cross from the right. Both teams made constant changes throughout the game and David Craig must have been satisfied with this opener.

Thursday 10th July 2008

Pre-Season Friendlies

An additional friendly fixture has been arranged for this coming Saturday 12th July against Enfield Town. The game is to be played at the home of London Lions at Rowley Lane, Arkley, with a 5.00pm Kick off.

Tuesday 1st July 2008

F.A. Cup Competitions.

Other F.A. Cup Extra Preliminary Round ties affecting SMML Clubs:

Rothwell Corithians  v  Langford;      F.C. Clacton  v  St. Margaretsbury:   Tring Athletic  v  Berkhamsted Town:        Kentish Town  v  Wellingborough Town:   Ruislip Manor  v  Biggleswade United:   Kingsbury London Tigers  v  Eton Manor:   Long Buckby  v  Broxbourne Boro V & E:   Hanwell Town  v  Wootton Blue Cross:  London Colney  v  Sporting Bengal United:  Stanway Rangers  v  Welwyn Garden City:  Haringey Borough  v  Bedfont: Hullbridge Sports  v  Leverstock Green:   Wembley  v  Royston Town: Hoddesdon Town  v  Stansted:   Oxhey Jets  v  Hertford Town:   Bowers & Pitsea  v  Harefield United: Romford  v  Biggleswade Town; Brimsdown Rovers  v  Hatfield Town: Aylesbury Vale  v  Highworth Town:  Chalfont St. Peter  v  Ardley United

Friday 27th June 2008

Youth Team Announcement

Pre-Season training starts on Tuesday 1st July 2008 7.00 pm. Pre-Season will be 7.00-9.00pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays and some Sunday mornings. See "U18" for more details.

Thursday 26th June 2008

Pre-Season Friendlies

A series of friendly games have been arranged for the Club:

Thur 17th July       Met. Police Bushey          Away

Tue 22nd July        Potters Bar Town             Away

Sat 26th July         Mill End Sports                Away

Thur 31st July        Codicote                         Away

Sat 2nd Aug           London Lions                  Away

Tue 5th Aug            Takely                           Away (Subject to confirmation or otherwise of date for SMF.Cup Final)

Saturday 21st June 2008

Pre-Season Training.

Training for the coming season will begin on Thursday 26th June and thereafter every Tuesday and Thursday, meeting at the Club @ 7.15. A series of friendlies have been arranged for First and Reserve teams. All new players interested in joining are welcome to attend.