Westend Football Club


		Under 8 report (Saturday 04 Feb)
		A cold morning at Westend today but another great turnout with over 30 players attending!
		Team of the day went to the Pumas who won all five games. Their hardest game was against the Panthers. The Pumas went ahead through Ajay and Frank but George Noble and Joseph Hardcastle pulled it back to 2-2 before Ajay scored the winner with seconds to go.
		Sam Pollentine was the star player for the Lions with some great defending. The Tigers played well also with Joe Wadsworth scoring 10 and Billy Gray defending like a young John Terry. Players of the day were Ajay Randhawa and Billy Gray.
		Cross bar challenge today with only 3 hitting the bar. Well done to Oliver Salmon, Joseph Hardcastle and George Noble.

		Under 5 report (Saturday 04 Feb)
		Nice to see seven new players making their Westend debuts this morning and perhaps taking their first steps to the Premier League!
		'Veterans' Max Hallas and Finn Murphy set a fine example to the new boys with some excellent passing and tackling.
		Findlay, Enzo, and Max were also on good form but all the players deserve great credit for doing so well in their first session back after the break.
		Next session is on Saturday 11 Feb - parents are reminded that teams are selected at 9.00am prompt.

		Under 6 report (Saturday 04 Feb)
		Numbers were down this morning but those players who braved the cold put on a brilliant show of exciting football and the progress they have made under manager Steve Green was there for all to see.
		With Steve being unavailable, Westend's Football Development manager Shaun Townend took charge and those who failed to turn up missed some enjoyable and thrilling football.
		The Lions and Tigers played two close games against each other. In the first the Lions ran out 4-3 winners in a topsy-turvy game. The Tigers grabbed an early lead through Oscar Dawber but 3 quick goals from Finlay Brennan, Kaden, and Thomas Mawdsley-Colledge put them firmly in control. The Lions refused to give in, kept their heads up and pulled 2 goals back through Oliver Bottomley and Oscar Dawber. The game seemed to be heading for a draw, until Oscar completed his hat trick in the final minute to seal a fine comeback victory.
		The second game was even closer, and the sides could not be separated. The Lions scored the best goal of the game when Kaden beat a number of defenders to square the ball into the box, where a fine shot on the turn from Finlay Brennan beat the keeper on its way into the bottom corner. However, the Tigers again refused to give in, and forced a draw with another goal from Oscar.
		Other players to catch the eye were Euan Little, Lucas Thomas, and Sam Tindall.

Open Age First Team

Under 11 Lions


	Under 13 Lions

Westend FC are very grateful to Mr Hussain of CLAIM 500 for sponsoring a number of teams at the Club

Pictured above are some of the Westend teams proudly showing off their new strips

UNDER 10

NEW PLAYERS MADE VERY WELCOME

9.00-10.30AM

NON STOP 9 V 9 MATCHES EVERY SATURDAY MORNING

Under 6s enjoy a night at the Huddersfield Town Academy

Eight Under 6 players were lucky enough to be drawn out of the hat to represent Westend FC in an invitation event at the Town Academy.

Manager Steve Green is pictured with the squad who all enjoyed an exciting night of 5 a side football in the Barn at Leeds Road playing Fields on Monday night.

Chairman Ricky Thwaites was over the moon with their performance saying: "The boys have done the Club proud and their excellent display is testament to the way football is organised at Westend FC." He continued with praise for the manager: " Football is always fun with Steve and that shows in the way the youngsters play with smiles on their faces and the support he receives from a lovely set of parents".

FOOTBALL IS ALWAYS FUN AT WESTEND!

	Preparing for our 21st Birthday celebrations

	ONE of the RCD League’s most successful and respected clubs are making preparations to celebrate 21 years in local football. Westend FC was formed in June 1991 with the objective of providing inexpensive football for boys and girls from all backgrounds.
	With just four boys attending the first training session no one could have foreseen the success story that was to follow. Within 12 months the club had four teams in the Huddersfield Junior League, and over 100 boys turning up every week.
	By 1994 Westend were the first club in Huddersfield to become an FA approved mini soccer centre, and seven years later they were the first in the County to be awarded FA Charter Standard status.
	The Club have since received the FA Charter Standard Development Club award. This season Westend, based at Huddersfield New College, have 12 teams playing every Sunday in the RCD Junior League and three open-age teams in the District League.
	Westend have a superb management team whose main objective is to provide young players of all abilities with the opportunity to play football.
	The Club also have a thriving mini football section for all ages from Under 5 to Under 10 and scouts from many professional clubs are regular visitors to Westend.
	Huddersfield Town keeper Alex Smithies and Stoke City striker Cameron Jerome are among their former players.
	Places are available in all age groups regardless of ability.

2011

U11 Lions

U11 Tigers

U12 Lions

U12 Tigers

U13 Lions

U13 Tigers

U14 Lions

U14 Tigers

U15 Lions

U15 Tigers

U16 Lions

U16 Tigers

11-Sep

4-3

3-1

8-2

5-8

6-1

2-9

1-3

3-12

2-4

0-1

3-3

18-Sep

7-2

4-3

6-1

7-4

1-5

0-1

0-14

5-1

3-0

25-Sep

2-8

3-6

4-2

1-1

1-6

0-3

6-5

2-13

6-1

1-2

02-Oct

3-5

4-5

3-3

0-9

4-2

1-6

8-2

1-8

0-4

1-5

0-5

09-Oct

11-0

3-3

5-7

6-4

1-3

0-1

1-5

0-6

0-20

0-10

16-Oct

7-0

5-2

4-4

0-10

3-1

4-3

2-0

4-2

1-10

1-10

1-5

3-4

23-Oct

2-2

3-3

2-2

2-5

1-2

0-3

4-2

5-3

1-8

2-6

30-Oct

2-2

7-5

1-4

4-3

1-5

1-10

0-1

6-5

1-11

3-4

2-8

06-Nov

3-5

2-5

1-3

2-9

3-4

1-9

0-3

0-5

13-Nov

2-1

2-3

4-5

5-3

6-4

0-1

8-0

3-2

0-7

0-30

2-10

20-Nov

3-4

1-2

0-4

2-3

1-12

2-3

2-1

27-Nov

6-0

1-3

2-1

3-1

1-3

1-1

0-6

1-11

0-1

1-4

2-5

04 Dec

1-9

13-0

11-2

5-1

0-7

6-6

2-4

2-5

11 Dec

18 Dec

08 Jan

1-6

1-7

15 Jan

22 Jan

2-3

1-2

2-5

3-4

0-4

0-8

29 Jan

1-6

8-5

0-9

1-8

0-13

0-8

1-8

05 Feb

	U12 Tigers ready for action before beating Bradford PA 'B' 6-1

Under 14 Lions 1 Norristhorpe 5

Westend U11 Lions 4 Linthwaite 3

Gomersal and Cleckheaton 1 Westend U11 Tigers 3

Westend U13 Lions 6 Howden Clough 1

THE WESTEND FAMILY

Frank O.Dion sent us this message recently: “I have to say congratulation for your effort over the past 20 years of Westend FC - I am very happy to be part of the Westend family”

Groom Cup Winners 2006

Back Row: Dylan Thwaites Darren Weaver Richard Evans Mike Jefferson Pete Tomlinson Ed McNamee Matt Sanderson Richard Boustead

Front Row: Steve Robinson Frank O.Dion Steve Westmoreland Adam Chapman Darren Thwaites Toyan Greaves

Born in Nigeria, Frank secured a place in Westend's history when he scored the winning goal and won the Man Of The Match award in the 2006 Groom Cup Final. His kind words sum up what Westend is all about.

In 2012 we celebrate 21 years in local football and with an ever increasing membership we have taken steps to strengthen our Management team for the 2011/12 season.

At Westend we have a thriving mini football section (Under 5 to Under 10) and parents appreciate the fact that on Saturday mornings they can watch their child playing in five very competitive matches without having the hassle and expense of travelling to different venues throughout the season.

A lot of RCD League mini football matches are cancelled every season due to adverse weather or pitch conditions but there is never any lack of competitive action at Westend.

Our players enjoy themselves every Saturday morning playing matches on the all-weather pitch at the New College. No pressure from parents, no picking only the ‘best’ players, no coaching, no league tables, no win at all costs and no shouting from the manager.

In addition to the competitive Saturday morning football, Westend players also enjoy top quality well organised midweek practice sessions.

Scouts from Manchester United, Manchester City, Leeds United and Huddersfield Town to mention just a few, are regular visitors to the Saturday morning matches at Westend.

In addition to the mini football section we have 12 teams competing in the RCD Junior League from Under 11 to Under 16 and three Open Age teams playing every Saturday afternoon in the District League.

New players are always made very welcome at all age groups regardless of ability.

Anyone interested in joining Westend FC should give Ricky Thwaites a call on 07703 040845 for more information and a Westend 2011/12 Application Form

2011/12 SEASON

AGE GROUP	TEAM MANAGER	MOBILE	MIDWEEK		SATURDAY
Under 5	Ricky Thwaites	07703 040845			9.00am-10.00am
Under 6	Steve Green	07899 794212	Tuesday	6.00-7.00pm	9.00am-10.30am
Under 7	Kevin Robinson	07735 554610	Monday	6.00-7.15pm	10.30am-Noon
Under 8	Dave Noble	07860 228494	Monday	6.00-7.15pm	9.00am-10.30am
Under 9	Marvin Gaye	07429 013104	Monday	7.15-8.30pm	10.30am-Noon
Under 10	Anthony Farrell	07810 805168	Monday	7.15-8.30pm	9.00am-10.30am

RCD JUNIOR LEAGUE
Under 11 Lions	Shaun Townend	07793 908821	Wednesday	7.00-8.00pm
Under 11 Tigers	Allan Scholefield	07823 778921	Wednesday	7.00-8.00pm
Under 12 Lions	Stephen Robinson	07506 762224	Thursday	6.00-7.00pm
Under 12 Tigers	Ricky Thwaites	07703 040845	Thursday	6.00-7.00pm
Under 13 Lions	Steve Clark	07790 428240	Wednesday	6.00-7.00pm
Under 13 Tigers	Chris Williams	07715 294382	Wednesday	6.00-7.00pm
Under 14 Lions	Andy Dorotiak	07775 523422	Thursday	7.00-8.00pm
Under 14 Tigers	Ricky Thwaites	07703 040845	Thursday	7.00-8.00pm
Under 15 Lions	Nick Walters	07884 497610	Tuesday	7.00-8.00pm
Under 15 Tigers	Stephen Newburn	07887 954007	Tuesday	7.00-8.00pm
Under 16 Lions	Mark Wilde	07949 879494	Thursday	8.00-9.00pm
Under 16 Tigers	Carlton Walker	07789 993808	Thursday	8.00-9.00pm
OPEN AGE
First Team	Ricky Thwaites	07703 040845	Wednesday	8.00-9.30pm
Reserve Team	Nick Walters	07884 497610	Wednesday	8.00-9.30pm
'A' Team	Mick Thwaites	07580 148624	Tuesday	8.00-9.00pm
Youth Academy	Nick Walters	07884 497610	Tuesday	8.00-9.00pm

Dave Noble's squad ready for action at Dewsbury

Another success for the Under 9s at the Dewsbury 5 a side tournament

8-0 winners in the Final!

Under 10 Tigers come runners up in the Cumberworth tournament

Celebration Day 2011

Dramatic penalty decider in the Under 9/10 Final

Pictured are the under 11 and 12 squads who enjoyed yet another superb day of fun football to celebrate Westend's 20th Anniversary

Kunavelela Project

On July 10th 2010 Westend manager Nick Walters donated four pairs of boots to start the ball rolling to help the kids of Hluvukani a small village in South Africa.

Since that day supporters of Westend FC have donated boots, shirts, and many other items that have now found their way to Harry and Smiling Ubisi in Hluvukani.

We are very grateful to Adrian Etheridge the MD of G.A.S.E. MARINE LTD in Ashford who arranged transport of the seven boxes, a total distance of 11,100 miles at no cost to Westend FC.

Harry and Smiling Ubisi wearing their Westend Celebration T Shirts

A message from Hluvukani

Hi Ricky,

Trust this finds you well.

My apologies for the delay in sending the photos, technology in the
village isn't up to much and Harry had a few glitches with the camera.

It seems that most of the pictures he had to take using his cell
phone, so sorry, not great quality.

I know Harry has taken the camera into be looked at and we will
hopefully have more to send you soon.
In the meantime, hope this is ok.

Please send our heartfelt thanks to all who had a hand in raising this
wonderful contribution.