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Saturday 4th October 2003

All Players Rest

Nationwide League Division Two Match
Oldham Athletic Vs. Brighton & Hove Albion
Boundary Park
15:00

Oldham Athletic

1. Leslie Pogliacomi
2. Dean Holden
3. Matthew Wicks
4. Will Haining (c)
7. Matt O'Halloran
8. John Eyre
9. Chris Killen
11. David Eyres
14. Michael Clegg
18. Scott Vernon
19. Ernie Cooksey
Subs
26. Matthew Ghent
6. Billy Gibson
15. Jonathan Perry
24. Damon Robson
28. Craig Fleming

Brighton & Hove Albion

29. Ben Roberts
2. Paul Watson
4. Danny Cullip (c)
5. Dean Blackwell
7. Leon Knight
9. Gary Hart
11. Georgi Kinkladze
22. Dean Hammond
23. David Lee
24. Adam Hinshelwood
42. Andy Hay
Subs
13. Alex Bryant
14. Guy Butters
17. Shaun Williamson
26. Daniel Harding
33. Steve Evans

Final Score: Oldham Athletic 2 Vernon (6), Killen (15), Vernon SENT OFF (89) Brighton & Hove Albion 1 Wilkinson (90+1)
Att: 10,860
Ref: Mr.T.Kettle
MOM: Dean Holden

Oldham Evening Chronicle: Oldham Cruise Into Promotion Spot

This was Oldham's fourth straight league victory which moved them upto 2nd place in the league. The game was soured for promotion-looking Oldham when Scott Vernon was sent off late in the game. Oldham's highest gate of the season saw Oldham dominate early proceedings and take the lead on 6 minutes. Good passing from the Latics, Killen found some space and received the ball from O'Halloran, he unselfishly headed the ball down for Vernon who tucked the ball in the goal to score his fifth goal in three games. On the quarter hour mark it was 2-0, Holden played a lovely ball to Vernon, he noticed Killen's run and gave the ball to him quickly, he raced past the defence and cooly finished past Roberts. Ex Man City favourite Georgi Kinkladze was stretchered off with an injury. A major blow to Brighton's chances. They nearly pulled one back, Watson hit the side netting from a free kick. Oldham went into the break two goals up. A couple of players were tired so changes were made. Killen and Haining came off to be replaced by Fleming and Perry. Into the second half the game became stuck in midfield much to Oldham's delight. Leon Knight nearly scored but Dean Holden who had a super game made a super last-ditch tackle to deny him. Knight went close again but forced his shot wide of goal. The game was peetering out when Vernon caught Cullip with a needless elbow, the referee was quickly on the scene to calm the brawl that was taking place and red carded Vernon. Brighton then managed to get a consellation goal from Wilkinson but it wasn't enough. Oldham go into the International break level on points with leaders Sheffield Wednesday.

Manager's Comments: I'm very happy with the performance and result today. We played very well against a tough Brighton side. I never thought we would be in the automatic promotion spots, we're playing better than I expected. I just hope it can continue. On the sending-off of Vernon I thought it was harsh, there was no intent or malice. I've appealled to the FA to get his ban revoked. We'll see how it goes. Hopefully we can continue this fine form after the break.

Simon Pope tells me that David Eyres is in need of a rest after today's game as he is showing signs of fatigue.

I warn Scott Vernon of his future conduct after getting sent-off, he feels the warning was harsh though.

Notts County loan Carl Pettefer for 3 months from Portsmouth and Barry Cogan of Millwall joins Port Vale on a 3 month loan.

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Sunday 5th October 2003

All Players Rest

Scout James Wills feels that Chesterfield defender Kevin Dawson would add depth to the Oldham defence. He looks a very good defender for this level so I ask for him to be scouted further.

Under-19's Match
Oldham Athletic Vs. Barnsley
Boundary Park

Oldham Athletic
Grange, Lever, Eardley, Armstrong, Mee, C.Taylor, J.Taylor, Jacobs, Barlow, Walker, Wolfenden
Subs: Treacey, Abbott, Winn, Lomax, Hall

Barnsley
Flinders, Hogg, Oldham, Fowler, Farrell, Tolley, Tonge, Morris, King, Jarman, Briggs
Subs: Wordsworth, Cooke, Donnelly, Bradbury, Bridges

Final Score: Oldham Athletic 1 Barnsley 1
Att: 146
MOM: Chris Grange

Oldham Evening Chronicle: Barnsley dominated the first-half, they were unlucky for the match still being goalless. Chris Grange and the woodwork helped it stay level. Oldham had one or two chances but they were saved well. Shortly after the break Barnsley's pressure eventually telled. A corner came in and King climbed above Chris Lever and headed across goal into the net. Oldham got more of the possesion as Barnsley defended their lead. Possession wasn't turning into chances however and Barnsley looked more than comfortable, they could have increased their lead and killed the game off. Eventually Oldham's possesion eventually turned into chances and minutes before the end rescued a point, Matthew Barlow had a simple chance which he finished well. Oldham stay mid-table in the youth league.

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Monday 6th October 2003

First team & Reserve Team: Pig in the Middle AM, Cross Country LUNCH, 5 a-side (small pitch) PM
Youths No Game Shooting AM, Heading LUNCH, 5 a-side (small pitch) PM
Goalkeeping Handling AM, Crosses LUNCH, 5 a-side (small pitch) PM

The FA get back to me about Scott Vernon's ban appeal. They say I don't have valid grounds to appeal against his 1 match ban.So he is due to miss the next game against Rushden & Diamonds.

Chesterfield defender James Panayi has been ruled out for the rest of the season. He broke his leg in a freak training ground accident and wil lbe out for 7 months.

Pawel Abbott has joined Hartlepool United for 3 months on loan.

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Tuesday 7th October 2003

First Team & Reserve Team: Technique AM, Closing-Down Session LUNCH, Weight Training PM
Youths No Game: Technique AM, Closing-Down Session LUNCH, Weight Training PM
Goalkeeping: Technique AM, Distribution LUNCH, Weight Training PM

Reserve Match
Grimsby Town Vs. Oldham Athletic
Blundell Park

Grimsby Town
Fraser, Ford, Parker, Wheeler, Young, Anderson, Groves, Huckett, Hockless, Mansaram, Boulding
Subs: Pettinger, Jevons, Soames, Ashton, Ward

Oldham Athletic
Robertson, O'Hanlon, Cassidy, Dick, Hall, Appleby, Griffin, Boshell, Forde, Fleming, McStea
Subs: Treacey, D.Sheridan, Sisson, Whelan, Robson

Final Score: Grimsby Town 4 Oldham Athletic 1
Att: 201
MOM: Adam Griffin

Oldham Evening Chronicle: Oldham were well and truly hammered tonight against an impressive Grimsby reserve side. Early on Grimsby took the lead through their player/manager Paul Groves. Oldham then got into the game more and had a few chances but it was Grimsby who doubled their lead, Boulding beating the offside trap to finish calmly. After half time Grimsby made it three as Boulding found Mansaram free in the box, Oldham's defence was falling apart. It was soon four, Boulding managed to break free of a hopeless defence after a super ball from Anderson. Midway through the second half Oldham started the comeback with a goal from sub Spencer Whelan but couldn't add anymore. Grimsby had taught Oldham a lesson in football. It was a disappointing comeback for Matty Appleby in midfield, he can only improve.

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Wednesday 8th October 2003

First Team & Reserve Team: Shotting AM, Shadow Play LUNCH
Youths No Game: Sprints AM, Shadow Play LUNCH
Goalkeeping: Crosses AM, Pig in the Middle LUNCH

David Eyres injures himself in training, he was going for the ball but fell and landed awkwardly on his shoulder and damaged the joint making it stiff. The 39 year old veteran will be out for a week.

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Good to see this still going Chatham, any story that involves the legend that is David Eyres will attract my attention! Keep at it! :thup:

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Thursday 9th October 2003

First Team & Reserve Team: Tactical Training AM, Training Match LUNCH
Youths No Game: Tactical Training AM, Training Match LUNCH, Penalties PM
Goalkeeping: Agility (GK), Training Match LUNCH, Shot Stopping PM

Anthony Rougier will be out for 2 weeks with a torn groin muscle which he suffered during training. A massive blow to Brentford.

Friday 10th October 2003

First Team & Reserve Team: Agility AM, Set Pieces (defensive) LUNCH
Youths No Game: Technique AM, Overloading (defensive) LUNCH
Goalkeeping: Pig in the Middle AM, Overloading (defensive) LUNCH

Oldham Under-19 player Kyle Jacobs is out for 3 weeks with fractured ribs. One of the youngsters was trying to go for the ball but missed that and kick Kyle in the ribs as he was one the floor.

Crewe Alexandra want former Oldham target Leon Osman on loan from Everton.

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Cheers Gino. Thanks for reading. Eyresy is doing fantastic for me so far. Just hope he don't retire at the end of the year, he normally does but so far nothing so that's good.

Saturday 11th October 2003

Youths No Game: Cross Country AM

Scott Vernon has been disciplined further after his sending off last weekend. He has been banned for a further 2 matches meaning he'll miss the Hartlepool league game and the Carling Cup trip to Newcastle. A major blow.

England played their final group game to qualify for Euro 2004. They were up against Turkey. The winner would qualify automatically for the Championships. Even if England drew it would be ok for them to go through. Turkey took the lead though in the second minute through Nihat. England threw everything but couldn't manage to equalise. Turkey go through, England go into the play offs.

England Team: Kirkland, Neville (c), A.Cole, Campbell, Woodgate, Beckham, Hargreaves, Dyer, Gerrard, Beattie, Owen
Subs: Robinson, Murphy, J.Cole, Rooney, Brige, Parker, Scholes

Results from other Home Nations:

Scotland 1 Lithuania 0 (Scotland Qualify for the Playoffs)
Greece 4 Northern Ireland 1
Wales 1 Serbia & Montenegro 3 (Wales Qualify for the Playoffs)
Switzerland 1 EIRE 3 (EIRE Qualify for Euro 2004)

In other transfer news Brentford strengthen their squad by signing Marcus Bigont from Rushden & Diamonds for £26k.

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Sunday 12th October 2003

All Players Rest

EURO 2004 Qualifiers

Hosts: Portugal
Group 1 Winners: France
Group 2 Winners: Denmark
Group 3 Winners: Czech Republic
Group 4 Winners: Sweden
Group 5 Winners: Germany
Group 6 Winners: Greece
Group 7 Winners: Turkey
Group 8 Winners: Bulgaria
Group 9 Winners: Italy
Group 10 Winners: EIRE

Countries in Playoffs

Slovenia
Norway
Netherlands
Poland
Scotland
Ukraine
England
Croatia
Wales
Russia

Playoff Draw

Croatia Vs. Poland
Norway Vs. Russia
England Vs. Ukraine
Wales Vs. Slovenia
Netherlands Vs. Scotland

Matches to be played (15/11/03) and (19/11/03) Best aggregate score over the two legs goes through to Euro 2004.

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Monday 13th October 2003

First Team & Reserve Team: Pig in the Middle AM, Cross Country LUNCH, 5 a-side (small pitch) PM
Youths No Game: Shooting AM, Heading LUNCH, 5 a-side (small pitch) PM
Goalkeeping: Handling AM, Crosses LUNCH, 5 a-side (small pitch) PM

A piece of unexpected news came my way today. I didn't realise that LDV Vans Trophy was due to start and the draw was being held today. The date for the game is the 22nd October 2003 meaning Scott Vernon won't be suspended for the Newcastle game. A little bit of good news.

LDV Vans Northern Section 1st Round Draw

Carlisle United Vs. Macclesfield Town
Tranmere Rovers Vs. York City
Bury Vs. Scarborough
Notts County Vs. Scunthorpe United
Lincoln City Vs. Hartlepool United
Halifax Town Vs. Stockport County
Huddersfield Town Vs. Chester City
Mansfield Town Vs. Boston United
Telford United Vs. Doncaster Rovers
Port Vale Vs. Wrexham
Barnsley Vs. Chesterfield
Hull City Vs. Rochdale
Morecambe Vs. Sheffield Wednesday
Shrewsbury Town Vs. Darlington
Northwich Victoria Vs. Blackpool
Grimsby Town Vs. Oldham Athletic

LDV Vans Southern Section 1st Round Draw

Swindon Town Vs. Brentford
Colchester United Vs. Yeovil Town
Forest Green Rovers Vs. Dagenham & Redbridge
Bristol City Vs. Bournemouth
Northampton Town Vs. Peterborough United
Swansea City Vs. Margate
Burton Albion Vs. Bristol Rovers
Wycombe Wanderers Vs. Barnet
Rushden & Diamonds Vs. Hereford United
Plymouth Argyle Vs. Cheltenham Town
Exeter City Vs. Southend United
Torquay United Vs. Kidderminster Harriers
Cambridge United Vs. Luton Town
QPR Vs. Stevenage Borough
Farnborough Town Vs. Brighton & Hove Albion
Oxford United Vs. Leyton Orient

In other news Swindon Town sign Dannie Bulman from Wycombe Wanderers for £16k.