Garston 7-1, men and boys. A bit of strategy and some self awareness might have narrowed the gap. Got to mention Brendan's fabulous 25 yard goal. He caught the ball perfectly as he was leaning backwards getting just the right leverage and elevation to lob the keeper.
League v Old Owens- We win 4-1. Comfortable win. Well reffed I thought. JB opened his account, Matty got a couple and our new centre forward Paul scored the other. Glue hands Mark kept goal- find of the season?
Our new centre forward left us with 10 minutes left and will not be returning. I believe Steve Bull is his agent.
Steve was taken off briefly and took it like a man. Cough, cough splutter. He knew it made sense.
Knobs 3 Old Pretenders 0. Was away to the barren north for a funeral. An own goal was one of the scorers. The others?
Computer now fixed, ta JB.
Knobs 2 Goldcheats 0.
Scorers John Boyle, a fine strike from a narrow angle and Martin following up a sweeping move neatly finished off at the far post leaving their youthful midfielders admiring him from the half way line!
The game would have been a forfeit on account of their superfluity of young non-talent and I have learned today that is indeed to count as a forfeit and the result is now 1-0 to us. I believe 4 of the first 6 league fixtures have been forfeits. A fucking parlour game not football. Best forfeit?
Sandy 9 Ware 2 now reads Sandy 0 Ware 1! Who will win this league? Why the one who can spot the under 30 year old in the opposition ranks. We could qualify for Europe? Keep up the old corinthian spirit eh wot!
Alistair got kicked up the bracket, eliciting much sympathy and not a little blood. Yours truly got a shouting at for not having a bottle of water concealed in his jock strap. Alistair helped himself to a bottle from a bag and raised the ire of one Steve B. "It's not water, it's medicine". Alistair sluiced on undeterred. ( heard today that Alistair's face has fallen off but he has one or two working parts left).
Everyone played well. Defence good, particularly Chris G and Simmo. Trevor dislocated a pinkie which Alistair reset and he played on.
All good in the late summer world.
Toodle pip.
Goodbye Sir Ronald
Quack quack
Monday, 28 September 2009
Thursday, 17 September 2009
Monday, 24 August 2009
August 23 Knobs 2 Walkern 0- serious blog for Steve
No - your eyes do not deceive you, the threadbare Knobs (bare 11) took on the mighty Walkern with their superfluity of on -off subs on a baking hot day and won!
This game had cancellation written all over it until Wednesday, when Steve's assistance helped me make up the numbers. There was a very poor player availability for this attractive, longstanding fixture.
On the day I wished I'd called it off when we were hit by Chris G's withdawal with back spasms- at least he turned up and watched, but his new boots went unused. Steve's no show was my fault I should have emphatically said come but I didn't. Darren didn't show?
So I had to ask their bloke to ref, play meself with the unmended arthritic knee and in Brendan's trainers. We had Andy in goal and Des centre forward, both thanks to Steve and Kel at right back thanks to Brendan.
I felt chosing to kick uphill first half was a clever ploy in damage limitation but fuck me with a nasty big nail we outplayed them and beat them. We had more chances, more shots and ultimately thanks to Des, (Des again in a way- unselfish square ball) and myself two more goals than them at the final whistle.
Andy was very sound, handling with aplomb throughout but the back four were well organised and excellent.
Kel at right back, Roy and Simmo in the centre and Twiggy left back tackled, positioned themselves and cleared their lines all day long. Everyone worked well to cover gaps and pressurise them on the ball so that they were inevitably reduced to mispassing or wellying over a number of hopeful crosses.
Nae danger.
Mark Mills worked like a Trojan as did Brendan, right midfield. Pity after Brendan has made a run into their penalty area he can't do a bit of a Bolt back to our area to defend. Steve would be so happy! Excellent Martin and Steve, in the centre, controlling the game with tackles, interceptions and incisive passing (Steve flattened 3 times by their number 2- I would have said nothing, he looked a real mean Mr Mustardseed). Des and Ron had their share of joy upfront. So pleased to hit the Fox at the finish, where the ham rolls proved altogether..............well proved our catering manager has not had the quiet word yet!!!! Howay Dave!
Next game will be a tough one at home to Garston. Their best team. A selection conundrum?
Don't forget the golf on Friday and the cricket tournament on Sunday- contact Bill.
Ron
PS The goals- number 1- a good move from our keepers' hands, via some passes out to Mark Mills then a lovely diagonal ball drawing a well timed run by Des saw him enter the area and sidefoot home. Never offside- it was their linesman as well who was adamant it was onside.
Number 2- another back to front passing move saw Des running in on goal from the left, a square ball to Ron saw him complicatedly tap home via the goalie's lunging leg. Who the fuck likes simple anyway. You've got to be on the spot though.
This game had cancellation written all over it until Wednesday, when Steve's assistance helped me make up the numbers. There was a very poor player availability for this attractive, longstanding fixture.
On the day I wished I'd called it off when we were hit by Chris G's withdawal with back spasms- at least he turned up and watched, but his new boots went unused. Steve's no show was my fault I should have emphatically said come but I didn't. Darren didn't show?
So I had to ask their bloke to ref, play meself with the unmended arthritic knee and in Brendan's trainers. We had Andy in goal and Des centre forward, both thanks to Steve and Kel at right back thanks to Brendan.
I felt chosing to kick uphill first half was a clever ploy in damage limitation but fuck me with a nasty big nail we outplayed them and beat them. We had more chances, more shots and ultimately thanks to Des, (Des again in a way- unselfish square ball) and myself two more goals than them at the final whistle.
Andy was very sound, handling with aplomb throughout but the back four were well organised and excellent.
Kel at right back, Roy and Simmo in the centre and Twiggy left back tackled, positioned themselves and cleared their lines all day long. Everyone worked well to cover gaps and pressurise them on the ball so that they were inevitably reduced to mispassing or wellying over a number of hopeful crosses.
Nae danger.
Mark Mills worked like a Trojan as did Brendan, right midfield. Pity after Brendan has made a run into their penalty area he can't do a bit of a Bolt back to our area to defend. Steve would be so happy! Excellent Martin and Steve, in the centre, controlling the game with tackles, interceptions and incisive passing (Steve flattened 3 times by their number 2- I would have said nothing, he looked a real mean Mr Mustardseed). Des and Ron had their share of joy upfront. So pleased to hit the Fox at the finish, where the ham rolls proved altogether..............well proved our catering manager has not had the quiet word yet!!!! Howay Dave!
Next game will be a tough one at home to Garston. Their best team. A selection conundrum?
Don't forget the golf on Friday and the cricket tournament on Sunday- contact Bill.
Ron
PS The goals- number 1- a good move from our keepers' hands, via some passes out to Mark Mills then a lovely diagonal ball drawing a well timed run by Des saw him enter the area and sidefoot home. Never offside- it was their linesman as well who was adamant it was onside.
Number 2- another back to front passing move saw Des running in on goal from the left, a square ball to Ron saw him complicatedly tap home via the goalie's lunging leg. Who the fuck likes simple anyway. You've got to be on the spot though.
Wednesday, 15 July 2009
Pre Season Training
Pre season training is taking place at the Knebworth recreation ground every Tuesday evening. Currently training is starting at 7pm and Phil Wells is in charge of the sessions which have so far been very good if lacking a few of the squad!
Ronald is making notes for the new season so come along to these excellent sessions, get fit and impress the manager to book your place in the starting line-up for the first game of the season. As you know certain players always get selected but there are still places up for grabs!
Go safely now, enjoy the summer and remember if worried there is always help available at www.40over40.com. It's never too late to get in shape.
John
Ronald is making notes for the new season so come along to these excellent sessions, get fit and impress the manager to book your place in the starting line-up for the first game of the season. As you know certain players always get selected but there are still places up for grabs!
Go safely now, enjoy the summer and remember if worried there is always help available at www.40over40.com. It's never too late to get in shape.
John
Monday, 15 June 2009
Presentation Evening Friday 5th June
It was raining, the cricket match was called off and Elvis never showed but a fine evening was still had at the cricket club.
The BBQ was still on and Dave who was looking for a fur burger had to make do with a Trussells burger instead!
The following awards were given out –
Most appearances made - Bully (played all 32 games)
Goal of the season - Chris Wilson v Datchworth on 15 March 09
Golden boot - Matt Peacock (27 goals in 29 games)
Managers player of the season - Bully
Players player of the season - John Boyle
Trevor also accepted a knobheads T-shirt on behalf of the team that played at Crawley Green.
So there you have it, ale was consumed and a lot got soaked on the long walk home. Special mention must be given to Paul who finally managed to crawl up the stairs to his bed about 8 hours after getting in!
Colin
The BBQ was still on and Dave who was looking for a fur burger had to make do with a Trussells burger instead!
The following awards were given out –
Most appearances made - Bully (played all 32 games)
Goal of the season - Chris Wilson v Datchworth on 15 March 09
Golden boot - Matt Peacock (27 goals in 29 games)
Managers player of the season - Bully
Players player of the season - John Boyle
Trevor also accepted a knobheads T-shirt on behalf of the team that played at Crawley Green.
So there you have it, ale was consumed and a lot got soaked on the long walk home. Special mention must be given to Paul who finally managed to crawl up the stairs to his bed about 8 hours after getting in!
Colin
Friday, 29 May 2009
Presentation Night on Friday 5th June
Fellow Knobs,
The team meeting and presentation will now take place at Knebworth Park Cricket Club, Old Knebworth Lane.
The fun, games and drinking will commence at 6.00 with a Twenty Over Knobs vs Knebworth Park Social XI cricket match. Please let me know if you want to play so that I can organise the team. Those not wanting to play can watch and barrack from the veranda and supply the team with refreshments throughout the match.
The presentation will take part after the cricket and there will also be entertainment in the form of a tribute to Elvis and Newcastle and also a BBQ.
If you are going early evening and need help with transport please let John B know and he may be able to assist.
For those who have not been to the park before it is a fantastic setting and (some may not like this) would be safe to bring partners and children.
Other diary dates :-
• 4th July – KNOBS BBQ – Venue Bill’s House
• 7th August – KNOBs vs KPCC Social the rematch
Cheers
Bill – Unsocial Secretary
John – Communications Director
The team meeting and presentation will now take place at Knebworth Park Cricket Club, Old Knebworth Lane.
The fun, games and drinking will commence at 6.00 with a Twenty Over Knobs vs Knebworth Park Social XI cricket match. Please let me know if you want to play so that I can organise the team. Those not wanting to play can watch and barrack from the veranda and supply the team with refreshments throughout the match.
The presentation will take part after the cricket and there will also be entertainment in the form of a tribute to Elvis and Newcastle and also a BBQ.
If you are going early evening and need help with transport please let John B know and he may be able to assist.
For those who have not been to the park before it is a fantastic setting and (some may not like this) would be safe to bring partners and children.
Other diary dates :-
• 4th July – KNOBS BBQ – Venue Bill’s House
• 7th August – KNOBs vs KPCC Social the rematch
Cheers
Bill – Unsocial Secretary
John – Communications Director
Thursday, 21 May 2009
Season Stats
We played a total of 32 games this season, winning 18, drawing 4 and losing 10. We scored a total of 115 goals and conceded 77.
Players who made 10 appearances (including coming on as sub) or more were as follows:
32 – Steve Bull
29 – Matt Peacock
28 – John Boyle
26 – Brendan Wren
22 – Chris Wilson
21 – Alastair Moye
21 – Chris Griffiths
21 – Roy Oakley
20 – Phil Wells
19 – Gavin Simpson
17 – John Twigg
17 – Trevor Hyatt
16 – Mike Lisle
15 – Martin Byron-Grange
15 – Paul Crosby
14 – Mark Mills
14 – Ron Crennell
13 – Dave Jordan
Other players who made appearances were:
9 – Bill Martin, 8 – Steve Hammond, 7 – Richard Curzon, 6 – Darren Harman, 2 – Kenny Hogg, 2 – Robin Wells, 2 – Tony Evans, 1 –Andy Simpson, 1 –Paul Berry, 1 – Uncle Tom Cobley
Bully was the only ever present player for the second season in a row which is a great feat so well done to him.
The 115 goals were scored by:
27 - Matt Peacock
17 – John Boyle
16 – Steve Bull
15 – Gavin Simpson
13 – Mike Lisle
5 – Chris Wilson
5 – Mark Mills
5 – Ron Crennell
3 – John Twigg
2 – Phil Wells
2 – Martin Byron-Grange
1 – Brendan Wren
1 – Alastair Moye
1 – Dave Jordan
1 – Bill Martin
1 – Darren Harman
Did you know that Bully scored all 6 penalties that he took placing the ball into the same corner of the respective goal each time and giving the keeper no chance?
The Fair Play League
No one yet knows who won the league but I guess it was or will be Sandy. Maybe Ron will have an update.
You may say who cares about the league but one interesting fact is that Gavin scored in every league game that he played – 12 goals in 7 games.
Peace to all.
John
Players who made 10 appearances (including coming on as sub) or more were as follows:
32 – Steve Bull
29 – Matt Peacock
28 – John Boyle
26 – Brendan Wren
22 – Chris Wilson
21 – Alastair Moye
21 – Chris Griffiths
21 – Roy Oakley
20 – Phil Wells
19 – Gavin Simpson
17 – John Twigg
17 – Trevor Hyatt
16 – Mike Lisle
15 – Martin Byron-Grange
15 – Paul Crosby
14 – Mark Mills
14 – Ron Crennell
13 – Dave Jordan
Other players who made appearances were:
9 – Bill Martin, 8 – Steve Hammond, 7 – Richard Curzon, 6 – Darren Harman, 2 – Kenny Hogg, 2 – Robin Wells, 2 – Tony Evans, 1 –Andy Simpson, 1 –Paul Berry, 1 – Uncle Tom Cobley
Bully was the only ever present player for the second season in a row which is a great feat so well done to him.
The 115 goals were scored by:
27 - Matt Peacock
17 – John Boyle
16 – Steve Bull
15 – Gavin Simpson
13 – Mike Lisle
5 – Chris Wilson
5 – Mark Mills
5 – Ron Crennell
3 – John Twigg
2 – Phil Wells
2 – Martin Byron-Grange
1 – Brendan Wren
1 – Alastair Moye
1 – Dave Jordan
1 – Bill Martin
1 – Darren Harman
Did you know that Bully scored all 6 penalties that he took placing the ball into the same corner of the respective goal each time and giving the keeper no chance?
The Fair Play League
No one yet knows who won the league but I guess it was or will be Sandy. Maybe Ron will have an update.
You may say who cares about the league but one interesting fact is that Gavin scored in every league game that he played – 12 goals in 7 games.
Peace to all.
John
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