First Team Match Report - Saturday 28th March 2008
MSFL - Division 2
East Grinstead Utd II 0 - 3 Ardingly
by Dave Port
Won 3-0. An excellent win. Played in very blustery
conditions with intermittent heavy showers. Ardingly played into the wind
during the first half and were lucky that the referee had a change of mind
over a penalty decision against Toby. After consulting the excellent assistant
an indirect free kick was awarded instead. Soon after this a terrific block by
the magnificent Dave Williamson prevented a certain goal.
After about half an hour, following good work by Joe
Slade, Steve Bird slipped the EG goalie and was brought down for a penalty
converted via the diving goalie's hand by Dan Rushman.
Within 10 minutes of the second half a skilful
in-swinging corner by Matt Wiles was converted by a free header from Dave
Williamson and this was followed by an unstoppable right foot, with minimal
back lift, 30 yarder from Dan Rushman. Probably goal of the season.
For the remainder of the match Ardingly, with wind
at their backs, dominated but failed to score again. optimistic shooting was
probably the greatest failing but in the end it was a comfortable and
welcome win. It was good to see the returning wounded coming on as subs
towards the end to display their silky skills. Tactical nous displayed by the
manager to get everyone match fit for the FINAL.
Toby 7, Ross 6, Mike 7, Ben 6, Steve 6, Andy 7, Dave
8, Matt 6, Joe 8 ( MoM), Dan 8, Birdie 6.
Subs Jon, Matt and Mark.