Cockfosters Football Club

COCKFOSTERS BOW OUT OF VASE AT BEDFORD.

There was nothing to choose between the sides in this First Round Fa Vase tie at Bedford Valerio United other than the final score which saw Bedford Through to Round Two. Two goals down before Rob Laney hit a 90th minute goal was all that the Reds would get today.  See match report.....

COCKFOSTERS K.O. REDBRIDGE IN  CUP THRILLER.

Cockfosters are through to Round Two of the London Senior Cup after a battling performance against Ryman  Isthmian Div One (North) Redbridge earned a thrilling 3-2 win. Nicky Steward with the first and two second half goals from Jon Moniatis(pictured) saw the Reds home.   Match report to follow....

PENFOLD AT THE DOUBLE AS COCKFOSTERS GRIND OUT WIN.

A powerful header from Gary Haycock (pictured) set Cockfosters on their way to a 3-1 win against Arlesey Athletic. Two second half goals from Ben Penfold clinched the win  that should have been easier but for some poor finishing in front of goal.  ... See match report...

COCKFOSTERS MAKE VASE PROGRESS.

Ben Penfold pounced  in the 35th minute to give Cockfosters a deserved advantage against Stewarts & Lloyds in the F.A. Vase. But the Reds were never certain anbout their passage to the next Round until a Jon Moniatis penalty late on clinched the 2-0 win.   See Match report...

DEFEAT SNATCHED FROM THE JAWS OF.....

How Cockfosters returned from Bedford United with nothing to show will remain a mystery. Having dominated the game for an hour after Ben Penfold gave the Reds a 1-0 lead by half-time, the wheels came off as a succession of chances were missed. A fine strike and a goal direct from a corner on 90 minutes was more than Cockfosters  deserved as Bedford snatched a 2-1 win.  See match report...

COCKFOSTERS FALL AT FIRST IN TROPHY CHASE.

Mager David Craig's decision to reshuffle the pack for Cockfosters Challenge Trophy First Round tie appeared to backfire as the Division Two outfit snatched a 2-0 interval lead. Dan O'Connor got one back on the final whistle but it was not Cockfosters night.   See match reportr

MONIATIS DOUBLE KEEPS ’FOSTERS ON COURSE.

Two goals from Jon Moniatis and a superb free kick by Gavin Conway set Cockfosters on course for four wins from five starts against Cranfield United as the Reds were good value for a 3-1 win.   See match report....

ITs A BREEZE AS REDS WIN AT HARPENDEN.

Cockfosters, 2-0 up at half-time through Jon Moniatis and Scott Brooks(pictured), were good value for the 2-1 win at Harpenden Town in a game played at times in gale force conditions.   See match report...... 

MONIATIS ON THE SPOT FOR COCKFOSTERS.

Cockfosters looked to be on course for a comfotable win against New Bradwell St. Peter but as the afternoon wore on so the chances beacame fewer.  A penalty rammed home by Jon Moniatis two minutes from time secured the points.  See match report..... 

COCKFOSTERS BROUGHT DOWN BY FLYING BRIMSDOWN.

After a fine win on the opening day Cockfosters were brought down to earth by Brimsdown Rovers in a 4-0 defeat in this local derby. Two goals on the stroke of half-time had Cockfosters reeling and two more late in the game secured the points for the hosts in a well meritted 4-0 win.   See Match report.....

STEWARD GETS COCKFOSTERS OFF TO A FLYER.

A battling performance bhoyed by two first half goals from Nicky Steward and Jason Grostate got Cockfosters off to a perfect start as they overcame last seasons runners-up Brache Sparta 2-1 in the opening game of the season. It was a fine team performance against a team that will trouble most in the coming months.  See match report..........

ITS ALL GO AT COCKFOSTERS.

Cockfosters hectic pre-season schedule continued at Ruislip Manor where only a late goal denied the Reds new manager, David Craig, his first win. So far there have been draws at Bedmond Social, Met Police(Bushey) and now Ruislip with losses coming at Sawbridgeworth Town, Leverstock Green and Ipswich Wanderers. The final friendly comes against London Lions at Arkley this weekend before the league kick off against Brache Sparta on August 19th.

TRICKY START TO LEAGUE CAMPAIGN

The Red’s opening three league fixtures are all against sides which finished the last campaign above them in Division one. On the first day of the season (19th August) they meet last season’s runners-up Brache Sparta. The following Tuesday they make the short trip to local rivals Brimsdown Rovers (5th Place last Season) and then on Saturday 26th August they entertain New Bradwell St Peter (4th Place). 

LONDON FA CUP DRAWS

The Draws for the London FA County Cup Competitions have been announced. In Round One of the Senior Cup our First team have a Home tie against Redbridge FC who compete in Rymans Division One North. The actual date of this fixture has not yet been finalised but it is likely to be in early October.

In the Intermediate Cup our Reserves have a bye into Round Two where they are drawn Away to Lewisham Athletic who compete in Division One of the South London Alliance League. This tie is scheduled to be played on Saturday 28th October.

LEAGUE CUP DRAWS

The draws for the various League Cup Competitions have now been published. In the Challenge Trophy we have a home tie in Round one against last season's Division two winners Aston Clinton. The winners of this fixture will be at home in Round two against either Royston Town or AFC Dunstable.

In the Division One Cup we travel to Amersham Town in Round one with the winners having an away tie in Round two at either Brache Sparta or Buckingham Athletic.

In the Reserve Challenge Trophy our second string have a bye into Round two where they will entertain Colney Heath Res, with the winners having a home tie in Round three against either Cheshunt Res. or Holmer Green Res.   

COCKFOSTERS STILL SEEK PRE-SEASON WIN.

Cockfosters latest game in a busy pre-season fixture list took them to South Midlands Premier side Leverstock Green where they were beaten 2-0. Leverstock shaded the first half and grabbed the lead on the stroke of half-time. With both sides making multiple changes for the second period it was Leverstock who maintained their shape the better and doubled their lead midway through the half. Jason Grostate had a fine game at the heart of the defence for Cockfosters as did new keeper Chay Morris. Next up for Cockfosters is a trip to the Met Police(Bushey) on Tuesday.

NO GOALS IN OPENER AT BEDMOND.

In David Craigs first game in charge, Cockfosters and Bedmond battled to a goalless draw in a game that saw both defences on top in this pre-season friendly. Cockfosters dominated for much of the game without really threatening the Bedmond goal but manager Craig will be satisfied with this the first of six friendlies.. Next outing comes on Tuesday when Cockfostrers travel to Sawbridgeworth Town.

5.4.3.2.1..   LIFT OFF AT THE LANE.

With the new season just around the corner, Cockfosters F.C. relaunches its promotion bid to the Premier Division of the Spartan South Midlands League. Whether or not that final objective is to be achieved primarily lies in the hands of the playing staff. However, nobody ever got to the moon without a solid ground crew and although the day to day running of the Club is in the safe hands of the few, the Club would welcome new faces to help us reach our goal. If you feel you would like to be involved with the Club, in any capacity whatsoever, then we would love to hear from you. Why not join us for an hour or two on matchday or whatever you would like to commit to and be a part of a friendly local football club. Interested? Then why not contact our Secretary, Graham Bint on 0208 500 7369. If you love your local football then you will love Cockfosters F.C.

REDS DRAWN AT HOME IN FA VASE

Having received a bye in the First Qualifying Round of this season's FA Vase competition, Cockfosters will entertain Stewarts & Lloyds in the Second Qualifying Round on Saturday 23rd September.

The winners of this tie will then be faced with an Away fixture in the First Round Proper against fellow SSMFL Division One sides Bedford United & Valerio or Hoddesdon Town.

REDS TO RE-INTRODUE AN 'A' TEAM

With training now well underway, attendances have been very encouraging with upwards of 40 players attending on most evenings and this excluding our Youth team players.

It has therefore been decided to re-introdue an 'A' team for the forthcoming season and they have been entered into the Middlesex County League. The present intention is for this side to play their Home fixtures at Bethune Park.

PLAYERS MEETING AND COMMENCEMENT OF PRE-SEASON TRAINING

New First team Manager David Craig has called a meeting of all players, both old and new, at the Clubhouse on Thursday 29th June, commencing at 7.30 pm sharp. The intention of this meeting is to introdue himself and his management teams for the forthcoming season as well as setting out his aims and ambitions for the club. All players, including new prospective players are urged to attend.

The following Thursday 6th July will see the start of pre-season training and thereafter will be on each Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Players should meet at the Clubhouse by 7.15 pm and are asked to bring both boots and trainers.

DIVISIONAL CONSTITUTIONS FOR SEASON 2006-07

At yesterday’s League AGM the divisional constitutions for next season were agreed by the member clubs. The Leagues Division one, in which our First team will compete, comprises of : Amersham Town, Ampthill Town, Arlesey Athletic, Bedford Valerio Utd, Brache Sparta, Brimsdown Rovers, Buckingham Athletic, Cockfosters, Cranfield Utd, Harpenden Town, Hoddesdon Town, Kentish Town, New Bradwell St Peter, Stony Stratford Town, Sun Postal Sports and Winslow Unitred. A total of sixteen teams, however a question mark remains over Kentish Town, who are currently trying to obtain acceptable facilities, following the termination of their ground share agreement with Potters Bar Town.

Our second string will continue in Reserve Division two, which subject to the league sorting out one or two matters, will comprise of fifteen teams : AFC Dunstable, Amersham Town, Brimsdown Rovers, Caddington, Cockfosters, Kings Langley, London Colney, Loughton Orient, MK Scot, Old Bradwell Utd, Risborough Rangers, Royston Town, Tottenhoe, Tring Corinthians and Winslow Utd. 

It is anticipated that the First team will commence their league programme on Saturday 19th August and our Reserves on the first Saturday in september.

SOUTHERN COUNTIES FLOODLIT YOUTH LEAGUE

Our under 18's will again be competing in the Nemean Division of the Southern Counties Floodlit Youth League. This will be a seven team division comprising of Borehamwood, Cockfosters, Crawley Green, Hayes, Haringey Borough, Kinsbury Town and Wingate & Finchley. The season is due to start in the week commencing 21st August.

POTTERS BAR CHARITY CUP

At last night's AGM, the Draw was made for next season competition. We have been drawn away against East Barnet Old Grammarians who knocked us out in the semi-final of last seasons competition. The winners of this tie will then have home advantage in the semi-final against either Potters Bar Town or North Mymms.

DAVID CRAIG APPOINTED AS COCKFOSTERS MANAGER.

Former Cockfosters player David Craig has been appointed manager to succeed Dave Lee who resigned at the end of the season after four years at the helm. Craig made his debut for Cockfosters in October 1984 and between then and May 1997 made 370 appearnces for the club before moving to local rivals Potters Bar Town. After a spell at Potters Bar David took up the managerial reigns at Broxbourne Borough where he was in the hot seat for two years. He will be assisted by two former Cockfosters players, Mark Standen and physio John Doig Jnr. The Club is also pleased to announce that Dave Lee assisted by Dave Finch will take charge of the under 18s Youth Team.