HOME AND AWAY DRAW FOR CLUB.........(28th October 2009)

HARROGATE LEAGUE CUP CLASH SQUAD NEWS.........(27th October 2009)

Leigh Walker misses tonight's League Cup tie as he is cup-tied, with Liam Smith deputising between the sticks, whilst Matt Outram and Ben Leonard are forced to serve one match bans due to reaching five bookings. Paul Smith is also out as he is suffering minor effects from a motoring accident. Brian Cusworth is likely to be on the bench after suffering from a tight hamstring. 

ALFRETON LINKS CONTINUE WITH CUSWORTH SIGNING..............(23rd October 2009)

The final piece in the puzzle appears to have been put in place with Manager Chris Dolby's signing of striker Brian Cusworth from.....whisper it quietly, Stocksbridge. A long time admirer of Cusworth, Dolby has at last managed to secure the signing of the former Parkgate and Alfreton Town forward, for whom he had a prolific strike record. Cusworth's name is now added to the growing list of players who have appeared for both Sheffield and Alfreton which also includes three players in Alfreton's all time top goalscorer listing. The three being Mick Godber, Caine Cheetham and Mick Goddard. Other players who have also worn both shirts include Dolby, Darren Schofield, Adam Fretwell, Chris White, Danny Anson, Darren Holmes and Leon Wainman.

 

Cusworth goes straight into the squad for tomorrows important league game at Spalding. Kirk Jackson returns following his recent illness, but Laurance Gaughan misses out due to picking up a bug. A decision is yet to be taken as to whether Paul Smith is fit enough to return.   

MATLOCK MIDFIELDER JOINS CLUB..............(16th October 2009)

Chris Dolby has continued his quest to strengthen the first team squad by signing midfielder Matty Thorpe from Matlock Town. Thorpe was previously with Hucknall Town and joined The Gladiators in March 2008. The Matlock website describes Matty as a hard working strong tackling midfielder who likes to get forward and support the strikers. With Kirk Jackson likely to be out of the side for the visit of Market Drayton Town due to continuing illness, Matt's qualities may well be put the test in tomorrows re-arranged home game (kick off as usual is 3.00pm). Also expected to be out are central defenders Jon Hobson (illness) and Paul Smith (calf injury), but with plenty of cover available in these positions Club can be expected to continue their impressive home defensive record, which has seen them keep seven clean sheets in competitive first team home fixtures this season. A win tomorrow would put Sheffield top of the table, but with the visitors having a 'new' Manager at the helm Club might not have everything their own way. An intriguing contest is in prospect.

FRECHEVILLE COUNTY CUP CLASH SQUAD NEWS........(6th October 2009)

ALL STAR CHARITY CLASH POSTPONED........(1st October 2009)

OH BHOY! CLUB SNAP UP GAUGHAN  (27th September 2009)

Chris Dolby has been active in the transfer market again - this time snapping up 19 year old ex-Celtic and Liverpool defender Laurence Gaughan. Sheffield born Laurence started his career at Liverpool's youth academy, where he earned call-ups to the Republic of Ireland Under 17, Under 18 and Under 19 squads, before moving onto the Glasgow giants. He was recently released from contract and joined Sheffield this morning.

He is a centre-back who can play in midfield. He has adopted the Republic of Ireland as his National team, the birth country of his mother and father and was recently a member of their under 19 squad. Gaughan initially played for Liverpool's youth side. The English club were keen to extend his stay but being a Celtic fan he decided to move to the Glasgow club. He was first noticed by Celtic scouts in a Republic of Ireland Youth match in Germany. He has been described as a "footballing centre half who likes to bring the ball out of defence." by John Owens, his former Manager at Liverpool.

 

WALKER BACK ON BOARD  (24th September 2009)

Leigh Walker's return to the club was confirmed today when he signed on the dotted line. Manager Chris Dolby issued the following statement to BTF:-  "...I am absolutely delighted that Leigh has decided to rejoin us. I know that he is looking forward to helping us continue our promising start to the season and am sure that our supporters will welcome back someone who I consider to be the league's best goalkeeper.

 

Earlier in the year he left for Belper, who were challenging for automatic promotion, with my blessing and having asked for my advice on their approach. Supporters are well aware of the uncertainty that surrounded our squad around January/February. Given this and the fact that Leigh has never won anything in football, the opportunity to win a medal was too good an opportunity for him to turn down.

 

Managing to get Leigh back at the club is therefore much more than simply squad building. It shows that we have steadied the ship and can attract quality players to the club once again. He will become another member of what is looking a stronger squad by the day and contribute to the team making a challenge for honours that our supporters can be proud of..."

BLADES AND OWLS ALLSTARS IN FUND RAISER  (17th September 2009)

Most followers of Sheffield FC will be aware of Tim Surr's prolonged spell in hospital last year following the shock diagnosis that resulted in Tim having the lower part of one his legs amputated. Now Tim (pictured left), along with his mate and fellow Clubbie Paul Glossop, have decided to put something back into the Northern General Hospital, and in particular the Vascular and Specialised Mobility Services Departments that did so much to help with his rehabilitation. Sheffield United and Sheffield Wednesday Allstars have kindly agreed to take part in a Charity Football Match at The BT Local Business Stadium on Sunday 4th October, kick off 12 Noon. Admission is £3 for adults and £1 for Children and Concessions. Tim and Paul hope you'll be able to give your support to this worthy cause.

LONGSTAFF BOOSTS FORWARD POWER (3rd September 2009)

Chris Dolby has signed striker Ashley Longstaff from Retford United on a months loan, with the situation to be reviewed once the loan period has expired. Longstaff, previously with Ossett Town, helps a squad currently suffering through suspensions with Will Senior out for five weeks, Matt Outram for two games, and Steve Woolley starting a five week ban from Monday. Wagstaff goes into the squad for Saturday's home game with Mickleover, whilst Daz Winter also returns.

WHERE THERE'S A WILL, CLUB HOPE THERE'S A WAY(13th August 2009)

Manager Chris Dolby has confirmed that new striker Will Senior is in line to make his Unibond League debut in Saturday's opening clash with Stamford at The BFS. Will, signed from Millmor Juniors, has yet to experience football at Northern Premier League level but Dolby has been impressed with what he has seen from Senior in the pre-season games and feels Will can step up to the mark if needed. Whether Senior is on from the start or will make an appearance from the bench remains to be seen but the new man will most certainly add to the stiff competition for places in the side.

HALLAM HELP ROB GET MATCH FIT (4th August 2009)

Striker Rob Cam has joined local NCE outfit Hallam on a months loan in a bid to build up some much needed match fitness.

CLUB ARE POLES APART ON EUROPEAN JAUNT (25th July 2009)

Final scoreline from Krakow - Hutnik Krakow 3 Sheffield FC 1. Sheffield scorer being Rob Cam, with Roney and Wainman both going close with first half efforts for Club.

SHEFFIELD SIGN GAZZA (24th July 2009)

Sheffield have today confirmed the return of Andrew Gascoigne to the club. Andrew had a spell with Mansfield Town but has now agreed to return to Club after being released by the Conference side.

EX-CLUBBIES IN BOOTS FOR AFRICA - SCHOOL LINK (16th July 2009)

Two former Sheffield FC players are being involved in a link between a local Secondary school and a school in Uganda. All Saints’ Catholic High School’s Head Teacher Bob Sawyer, and Sports’ Teacher Dave Faulkner have been instrumental in a tie-up between their school and schools in Katine in Uganda, one that has seen Sheffield Club get involved recently with the Boots for Africa scheme. This month Bob and Faulks headed to Africa, giving the schools a Sheffield FC kit and boots, with the scheme getting media attention from the Guardian newspaper. To read more about the scheme and the Katine project go to HERE and HERE.

 

Below Mr Sawyer (4^th from left) and Mr Faulkner (far right) pose with the locals.

 

NEW SEASON LEAGUE FIXTURES NOW OUT (15th July 2009)

The Unibond League fixtures have been released and Club start with a home game against Stamford on 15th August. The first away game is the following Tuesday, 17th August, at Kidsgrove. The Boxing Day game is a trip to Glapwell, whilst we entertain Carlton Town on New Years Day. The final game of the season is a home clash with Rushall Olympic. The full list will be updated to the site throughout the next couple of days.

UNIBOND CUP COMPETITIONS DRAW (2nd July 2009)

Club's now annual cup clash with Goole AFC (yawn) takes place in the first round of the League Cup at the BF Stadium w/c 21st September. However, Sheffield have received a bye through to the second round of the Presidents Cup.

KIRK SIGNS ON (1st July 2009)

Chris Dolby has continued his squad building for the new season by signing much travelled striker Kirk Jackson. The 32 year old former Sheffield Wednesday, Darlington, Chesterfield, Scunthorpe, Stevenage, Yeovil, Dagenham & Redbridge, Hornchurch, Worksop, Grantham and Gainsborough front man put pen to paper last night. 

HOME DRAW IN FA CUP (1st July 2009)

Sheffield have been given a home tie in the Preliminary Round of the 2009-2010 FA Cup competition. Our opponents will either be Flixton or Winsford United on Saturday 29th August. Winners at home to FC United of Manchester.

 

CLUB DRAW WIRE IN TROPHY OPENER (30^th June 2009)

Sheffield have been drawn away from home in the FA Trophy, at old foes Warrington Town on Saturday 3^rd October. Winners away to Whitby Town in the next round.

 

Pictured left. 'Hobbo' heads home for Sheffield in an NCE Premier League clash at Thackley

BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY TEAM NEWS...................12th April 2009 

TEAM NEWS FOR HALL CORNER...................31st March 2009 

LINCOLN UNITED CLASH TEAM NEWS...................24th March 2009 

TEAM NEWS FOR KIDSGROVE GAME...................17th March 2009 

FORMER WEDNESDAY STRIKER SIGNS ON FOR CLUB............16th March 2009 

TEAM NEWS FOR BADGERS CLASH............10th March 2009 

GRANTHAM RE-ARRANGED................4th March 2009 

GRANTHAM GAME CALLED OFF................3rd March 2009 

FORMER FAVOURITE RETURNS................3rd March 2009 

TEAM NEWS FOR GINGERBREADS GAME.....2nd March 2009 

TEAM NEWS FOR LOUGHBOROUGH DYNAMO CLASH....................27rth Feb 2009 

SAME AGAIN FOR GOOLE....................23rd Feb 2009 

SEVEN GOALS, CLEAN SHEET, THREE POINTS = RESULT......21st Feb 2009 

SHEFFIELD FC v SPALDING UTD TEAM NEWS......20h Feb 2009 

BELPER GAME GOES AHEAD.......................17th Feb 2009 

SIGNS 'POSITIVE' FOR BELPER GO AHEAD..........16th Feb 2009 

BEHIND THE FLAG NOW ON FACEBOOK.............14th Feb 2009 

SHEPSHED GAME FALLS TO ELEMENTS.............14th Feb 2009 

FURNISS TO MAKE LEAGUE DEBUT................13th Feb 2009 

The club is selling season tickets for the remainder of the season for which there are 11 home leagues games left. Mini Season Tickets are up for grabs at a cost of £40 and £20 for concessions.

Community Manager Lee Walshaw said; " We are fully aware of the current financial climate and if we can help our supporters in any way at all we will. It's only a small gesture but it may make the difference in people attending the remaining fixtures or not. Our support over the last few years has been fantastic and long may it continue".

Tickets will be available on the turnstile at our next home game.

As expected, today's home game v Goole has been postponed, following the official pitch inspection.

With the pitch at the Bright Finance Stadium under five inches of snow yesterday, it now seems a forgone conclusion that Saturday's home game with Goole will be postponed. However, under NPL rules a final decision can only be made on the morning of the game, when a referee is called in to make the final decision. Keep an eye on this page for the formal announcement on Saturday. 

Manager Chris Dolby is now on the hunt for a new goalkeeper at Sheffield Club after he agreed to release Leigh Walker, following Belper Town's approach for the current Team Captain. Dolby is disappointed to lose a player of Walker's stature but the lure of a promotion push for the former Football League keeper has proved too great.

NO NEED TO FRET, WELL...COPS IS BACK !....30th Jan 2009 Updated 31st Jan 2009 

Club have announced the signing of Stewart Copnell and the striker should feature in tomorrows clash at Rushall Olympic. Stewart rejoins the club after being 'released' by Goole AFC.  Also joining Club is Adam Fretwell; Adam joins us from Worksop Town, and is expected to make his debut at Rushall. Experienced goalscoring midfielder Fretwell has also played for Alfreton Town, Buxton, Parkgate with Matt Outram, and whisper it quietly, Hallam.

On the injury front, contrary to Brian Bradley's report in today's Telegraph that Mick Goddard will return to the side tomorrow, Mick has had a knee operaton and will be out for at least 4 weeks. Ben Leonard has also had a knee operation and will be in light training at the back end of next week and should be in contention in two to three weeks. Daz Winter has a similar timeframe as Ben, next week for light training and two-three weeks for a return. Janni Lipka is out for another seven days with an ankle knock.

"THE FUTURE IS SECURE" SAYS MR T.......23rd January 2009

In an exclusive statement to Behind the Flag, Sheffield FC chairman Richard Tims reassures supporters there is nothing to fear given the recent speculation, and outlines a possible way forward for communication in the future…

 

“Two weeks ago the club announced proactive measures designed to minimise the effects of the current recession. This has led to a reduction in the playing budget and well publicised changes in personnel. The club has been keen to wish those who have left well and worked tirelessly to replace them and make any changes as painless as possible for those involved.

 

Perhaps it is a measure of our club’s great stature that this announcement has provoked such debate and speculation. However, it is important that we do not allow speculation to prevent us all pulling together. The club is aware that there are some supporters, yourselves included I believe, who have had great concerns in the past two weeks about the longer term future of the club. I am determined to alleviate these concerns so that we are all able to get on with what we love doing, supporting the World’s First Football Club and enjoying our own special roles in taking the club forward.

 

The long term future of Sheffield Football Club at the Bright Finance Stadium is secure. Yes, we have had to review the affects of reduced income in the short term during difficult economic times, but we still have our vision for the future and have indeed made such difficult decisions now in order to ensure this brighter future, and not simply hope for the best. It is not news to anyone to say that there have been times in the past when the future of the club has looked very bleak indeed. With the measures above we are only guarding against vulnerability not indicating impending doom.

 

The amount of support and understanding we have received in the past couple of weeks has been fantastic from all those associated with the club. However, I am aware of some frustration around a perceived lack of communication between the club and our loyal supporters. Alan Wake has agreed to take on the mantle of Supporter liaison and will be in touch about how the club can perhaps improve in this area moving forward. With his experience of the club in a sponsorship role and as a committed fan, I am sure that he will be ideal in this role.

 

I hope that I have alleviated the fears of those supporters who were concerned about the long term future of Sheffield Football Club. Despite the many changes that have taken place in recent years, I am still committed to transparency wherever possible and am happy to address to anyone’s concerns if put in the right way. Alan has already discussed the possibility of a “Q and A” session with supporters, which I will be happy to attend.

 

I look forward to seeing you seen at the Bright Finance Stadium and in the meantime please feel free to contact me in the usual way.”

 

Anyone wanting to contact Richard or Alan can do so via BTF by e-mailing any questions or concerns to stu@behindtheflag.net - he will then forward them directly onto the guys.

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FAREWELL MACCA.....AND THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES........21st January 2009

 

On a personal note (writes Deano), Macca's first contact with Club was through yours truly (when I was Programme Editor). After Macca left Alfreton he made a call to me on my mobile whilst I was in McDonalds in Oxford and asked me for John Pearson's phone number ! Dave wanted to keep his hand in with football coaching and was looking to help Club in that area in a purely unpaid role. Once they'd spoken, John initially invited Macca to join the coaching staff, but he quickly moved up to the role of Joint Manager alongside John and finally took sole control when John left the club. In that time the relationship between ourselves has developed to the extent that information on the coming and going of players and match postponments was always readily and willingly forthcoming, and so ensuring the supporters were always kept in the loop. My own personal highlight of Macca's tenure is probably the League Cup Final win over Gedling in 2001 at the home of Alfreton Town on an unbelievably muddy and wet night - Club's first trophy win in a number of years. Much has happened since then with Macca bowing out as Manager following the memorable play off final penalty shoot out defeat at Nantwich. It hurt but it felt a million miles away from those cold nights at Armthorpe and Pickering in the NCEFL. I could go on but I won't as most will have their own memories of Macca's time at Sheffield. It was also understood that Lee 'Wally' Walshaw had also left the club after being Macca's Assistant for much of his time at the club. However, this is now unclear as BTF understands Wally may still be involved with SFC. However at this stage all I can do, on behalf of myself and all supporters, is wish Dave all the best for the future in the next exciting phase of his football career.

QUORN COME UNSTUCK WITH WEATHER........20th January 2009 Updated 21st January 2009

Dave McCarthy has informed us that Quorn have advised the club tonights game is OFF due to a waterlogged pitch. The game has now been re-scheduled for Saturday 7th March with the Retford game now being moved to Tuesday 10th March.

SHEFFIELD NAILED AT BELPER...............17th January 2009

Club ended a week of turmoil with a comprehensive defeat at promotion chasers Belper Town by 3-0 this afternoon. Full debuts were handed to new men Andrew Potter, Sean Gordon and James Thompson, whilst the fourth new signing Rob Cam was on the bench.

POTTER SIGNS ON............14th January 2009

Club have moved to towards re-building the first team squad by signing former Warrington Town right side midfielder Andrew Potter. Potter played for 'Wire' against Club in the 1-1 draw in August 2007.

GRANTHAM RE-ARRANGED.....12th January 2009

Saturday's cancelled home fixture against Grantham Town has now been re-arranged for Tuesday 3rd March. All other outstanding fixtures have also been re-arranged and these can be viewed on the Fixtures and Stats page.

GINGERBREADS FROZEN OFF.....10th January 2009

Today's home game against Grantham Town has been postponed due a frozen pitch.  

ROBINS END CLUB CUP CAMPAIGN.....3rd January 2009

Two goals from Tom Cahill and one from Ben Pringle saw Ilkeston Town knock Sheffield out of the last remaining cup competition, the UniBond League Cup, at a chilly Manor Ground this afternoon. A full report can be found HERE.

 

CLUB'S NEW YEAR'S RESO-NEWSHAM WINS THE DAY.....1st January 2009

I guess you can say we are all out of decent headlines, but Marc Newsham made it five goals in four starts for Sheffield, as Club ran out 3-2 winners over local rivals Retford United. In front of a bumper crowd (760 - a record for a league game at the BFS) Sheffield ripped up the form book to run out victors in an enthralling contest that saw both sides end with ten men. A full report can be found here.

PARTRIDGE FLEES NEST FOR SEAGULLS....31st December 2008

Leading scorer Scott Partridge (pictured left)  has left the Club and signed for Blue Square North side Weston-super-Mare AFC.

 

PITCH UPDATE RE RETFORD GAME (from Dave McCarthy)....31st December 2008

The pitch at the Bright Finance Stadium is perfectly playable today and is in fact in excellent condition, ahead of the game against Retford United on New Years Day.

Having looked long and hard at the weather forecast for the next 24 hours, where the temperature is expected to drop to -7 in some parts overnight, the Sheffield FC Secretary has confirmed that he will review the pitch at around 10.00am on the day of the match and if an inspection is required, the match referee, Nigel Smith of Chesterfield , will visit the ground to complete a full inspection at 11.30am.

 

POINT FOR CLUB AT PLAY OFF CHASERS....27th December 2008

A Vill Powell first half goal put Club on the way to a share of the spoils this afternoon at a freezing Bracken Moor. It could, and possibly should, have been more as several other guilt edged chances went begging but ultimately this will be classed as a point gained by Sheffield and two points dropped by promotion chasing Park Steels.

 

NEWSHAM BRACE IN CLUB CARLTON COMEBACK..........PLUS.......... VILL RETURNS !!!..20th December 2008

Sheffield came from two down at league leaders Carton Town to share the spoils in a 3-3 draw this afternoon. Marc Newsham's first goals for the Club put Sheffield back on level terms at 2-2 in the first half, whilst one of the other new boys, Dan MacPherson, headed home a second half equaliser to complete the scoring. Vill Powell made a most welcome return to the squad and appeared as a late second half substitute. Pictured below, Newsham stabs home Sheffield's first goal. 

FESTIVE FRIENDLY FIXTURE ADDED......17th December 2008

Club have an additional fixture planned for Tuesday evening (23rd December) for those of you desperate for a pre-Christmas seasonal footie fix. Desperate groundhoppers please be aware - no programme will be issued! Click HERE to find out who the opponents are... more details will appear here as soon as we have them.

 

LOUGHBOROUGH GAME FALLS TO ELEMENTS......13th December 2008

Today's home game against Loughborough Dynamo has been postponed with the ground waterlogged AND frozen.

 

FIXTURE CHANGE AS RIVALS LOOK FOR FESTIVE BONANZA......6th December 2008

In an attempt to avoid a clash with a number of Football League games in the area on Boxing Day, Club have agreed to help our local neighbours by agreeing to switch the derby fixture with Stocksbridge at Bracken Moor to Saturday 27th December. Also arranged is the League Cup 4th Round clash at Ilkeston Town on Saturday 3rd January. 

 

NEW BOYS HELP TEN MEN CLAIM POINT AT GINGERBREADS.....6th December 2008

In an attempt to improve Sheffield's league form Manager Chris Dolby had two of his three new signings in the side at Grantham today. Jack Muldoon from Brigg Town was unable to take his place in the squad but  striker Marc Newsham on loan from Rotherham United, and midfielder Dan MacPherson from Hucknall Town helped Club, hampered by the early dismissal of another new boy in Ben Leonard, to a 1-1 draw at Phil Starbuck's Grantham Town. Some doubt surrounds the Sheffield scorer with Grantham reporting Paul Smith while BTF believes Scott Partridge to be the final beneficiary.  The match report can be found HERE .

 

CLUB LACK SPARK AT DYNAMO... 2nd December 2008

Club's disappointing league form continued tonight, as they lost 2-1 away at a freezing Loughborough Dynamo ground. A Scott Partridge goal was scant consolation in a game that should have been won, as they failed to take advantage in one of the most one-sided first halves you'll ever see. The match report can be found HERE.

 

SCOTTIE TRIPLE SINKS VILLAGERS...25th November 2008

Saturday's debacle was swept into the locker tonight, as a Scott Partridge hat-trick helped dispatch North Ferriby at a freezing BFS, taking Club through to the last sixteen of the UniBond League Cup . The match report can be found HERE.

 

CLUB IN THE BRIGG AS THEY GET STRIPED BY ZEBRAS...22nd November 2008

A lacklustre performance by Sheffield saw them fall at home to basement side Brigg Town this afternoon at the BFS, a result that gave the North Lincolnshire side their first win of the season. A full match report can be found HERE.

 

OLD FOES ARE LEAGUE CUP REWARD.....20th November 2008

Club's reward for the victory over Durham in the last round of the League Cup is a home draw against North Ferriby United. The game to be played next Tuesday, 25th November 2008. United provided Sheffield with one of their most exciting games in recent years when in 1997 Club had to beat the Wembley FA Vase bound side in the final game of the season to avoid finishing in one of the relegation spots. Club came from 0-2 down to eventually win 4-3 to ensure a third from bottom placing in the NCEFL Premier Division.

 

FULL ENGLISH NOT ENOUGH FOR DURHAM.....18th November 2008

A brace of goals from Jez Mitchell helped Club progress in the only cup competition Sheffield retain an interest in this season, as they overcame Durham City by 3-2. Mickey Goddard was the other goalscorer for Sheffield, with late responses from Adam Johnston and Tommy English making the score more respectable for the team from the North-East. A full report can be found HERE .

 

THE BATTLE OF STAMFORD ENDS ALL SQUARE.....15th November 2008

Sheffield claim four points from six from their league travels over the last eight days and start to climb the league table at last. It could have been six but a late Stamford equaliser put paid to that and you can read about the game at the Vic Couzens Stadium here.  

 

HALIFAX SHAY-ED IT AS YOUNG 'UNS DO CLUB PROUD...11th November 2008

In tonight's Presidents Cup tie it took two goals in the second period of extra time by the Unibond League North table toppers FC Halifax Town to put paid to a Sheffield side fielding several players from the Under 19 side. Man Of The Match Matt Roney giving the visitors a second half lead before a late Halifax strike took the game to extra time. The match report can be found here.

 

THE KIDS ARE ALL-WRIGHT...8th November 2008

Club picked up three valuable league points at Kidsgrove this afternoon, inspired by a couple of firsts – Ronnie Wright’s first victory since joining the management team, and Greg Wright’s first goal since coming back to the BFS. Steve Woolley wrapped things up to give Sheffield a 2-0 victory, the match report can be found HERE!

 

DOOM IN THE GLOOM......4th November 2008

BRISCOE KID GIVES CLUB THE BULLET... 1st November 2008

SO NEAR, YET SO FAR - AGAIN !...........26th October 2008

CHARITY GAME BRINGS LEGENDS TO THE BFS THIS SUNDAY.....23rd October 2008

SKEM DELIVER FAT KNOCK OUT BLOW TO CLUB... 18th October 2008

SPARTANS AWAIT THE WINNERS... 14th October 2008

CLUB USE THEIR HEADS IN STAGGERING COMEBACK 11th October 2008

It was a proper case of coming back from the dead at Nethermoor this afternoon in the FA Cup, as Sheffield turned around a 3-0 half time deficit, to finish the game 3-3 and bring the tie to the BFS on Tuesday night. The match report can be found HERE.

 

CLUB LAND HOME TIE IN LEAGUE CUP QUEST 10th October 2008

EDDIE'S BOYS OUT TO SINK SCOUSERS 10th October 2008

This Sunday, CP Sheffield FC will be playing Liverpool FC is an 11 a side Challenge match at the Bright Finance Stadium.

 

For the players of Sheffield this will be something new as this will be Sheffield FC’s first attempt at 11 a side football.

 

Manager Ed Edwards commented ‘All the lads are really up for the challenge. They have been itching to play 11 a side football and to have our first game on the sacred Bright Finance Stadium pitch will be wonderful. It is a new experience for everyone involved from a Sheffield point of view and I am sure any supporters that comes to watch will not leave disappointed. I am so pleased that we can share this experience with our friends at Liverpool Football Club, a club that always makes us feel welcome when we visit Merseyside’

 

The game kicks off at 2pm and entrance is only £1.00

 

CLUB CLASH NAILED BY THE RAIN 7th October 2008

A late persistant deluge saw the Bright Finance Stadium lose its first Sheffield FC first team game of the season tonight, with the eagerly anticipated clash against local rivals Belper Town being washed out. So next up is another cup game, this Saturday in the FA Cup at Guiseley, directions can be found on the Awaydays page.

 

BTF IN SPANISH PAPER SHOCKER 6th October 2008

It might seem a small thing to many, but a simple entry on the links page has seen Sheffield FC's Behind the Flag find itself in the sports pages in Barcelona's premier newspaper - El Diari.

 

Linking to the Caliu Gracienc supporters' club site of our friends in the Catalan city - CE Europa - seems to have raised more than a few eyebrows in Barcelona. So much so that it was deemed worthy of (albeit modest) column inches in the paper a couple of weeks ago. Naturally, we like a bit of publicity, so any free advertising is always welcome. For a closer look, and if you can understand Catalunyan, click on the image. 

 

BAMBER NOT UP TO SHEFFIELD'S TROPHY CHALLENGE 4th October 2008

Sheffield's winning streak in this seasons knock out competitions continued at The BFS this afternoon as high flying Unibond First Division North visitors Bamber Bridge were put to the sword.

 

Man Of The Match Mick Goddard's (pictured right) excellent form continued, despite losing influential strike partner Scott Partridge at half time. Matt Outram, Steve Woolley, Goddard (2) and Matt Roney putting Club 5-1 up and only two late strikes from 'Brig' gave the final scoreline a more respectable look for the visitors. The Goddard and Roney goals can be viewed here, whilst the match report is now online.

 

SCOTT'S FOUR-PLAY STUFFS BOTTOM BOYS 30th September 2008

What do you mean "it's a dodgy headline"?

 

Scott Partridge went goal crazy in the League Cup tonight at Brigg, running in FOUR goals past the UniBond One South basement dwellers, in a convincing 5-0 away victory. Also on the scoresheet in this one-sided contest was Mick Goddard, who also capped an impressive performance by setting up THREE of Scott's tally; the mtch report is already online CLICK HERE to have a read. Elsewhere tonight, Club's next opponents in the FA Cup were decided up the M1, with Guiseley running out winners in the local derby.

 

CLUB HEAD UP THE M1 NEXT IN FA CUP 29th September 2008

The reward for Saturday's 4-1 win over Bacup Borough is an away trip to the Leeds area, exactly where remains to be seen, as we are to face the winners of either Garforth Town or Guiseley on Saturday 11th October. No doubt one eye will be on the result of this one on Tuesday whilst we are at Brigg Town, and it will be a tough one to call as the two sides drew 2-2 in the first game at Nethermoor, despite Guiseley flying high in the UniBond Premier Division and Garforth dwelling at the foot of Division One North!

 

28th September 2008

Following the midweek victory over AFC Goole, Sheffield have been drawn away to FC Halifax Town in the Second Round of the Unibond Presidents Cup.  The tie is scheduled for Tuesday 14th October.  

 

ONE FLEW OVER THE KEEPERS HEAD 27th September 2008

Club cruised into the Third Round Qualifying of the FA Cup when they comfortably despatched NWCFL side Bacup Borough from the competition by a scoreline of 4-1 this afternoon at The BFS Stadium. The above picture shows Paul Smith's second half free kick flying over the head of Bacup keeper Melville to put Sheffield two up. The match report and more photos can be viewed here. 

 

LOYAL CLUBBIE SUPPORTER IN OP SHOCK  24th September 2008

Loyal Sheffield supporter Tim "Clunesey" Surr has had to undergo emergency surgery this week, having to have his leg amputated below the knee. Tim had been suffering with some foot pain over the weekend, and reluctantly was admitted to hospital, where he was diagnosed with "Type 2 Diabetes". Obviously this will come as a shock to everyone who knows Tim, more details and a thread to add your best wishes can be found on the BTF Forum by CLICKING HERE; naturally everyone at BTF wish Clunesey a swift recovery and look forward to hearing him moaning at the match pretty soon.

 

TOWNSEND RETURNS TO TIGERS  24th September 2008

Reports tonight suggest striker Gary Townsend has returned to his first club Worksop Town. Gary, pictured left, has had an indifferent time at Club, partly due to a series of injuries and will be hoping a spell at Watnall Road will provide him with an opportunity to obtain regular first team football again. BTF wishes Gary the best of luck.

 

 

C(L)UBBIES CRASH OUT OF YOUTH CUP  24th September 2008

Sheffield Under 19s were knocked out of the FA Youth Cup tonight at the BFS, losing 0-1 to Garforth Town. 

 

"G-FORCE" GROUNDS GOOLE  23rd September 2008

We've had the "P-Squad", now meet the "G-Force" as Andy  Gascoigne and Mick Goddard goals sank the Vikings in tonight's Presidents' Cup tie at the BFS. The lads second half goals were enough to overturn the one goal deficit, after Goole's Adam Lee scored in the 3rd minute. The Match Report is now online - and can be found HERE.

 

STAMFORD FAIL TO BRIDGE THE GAP  20th September 2008

Club saw off the challenge of Stamford this afternoon at The BFS with goals from Gav Smith, Matt Roney and Pete Davey in a 3-1 win for Sheffield.

To add to the afternoon’s joy came the news that newly formed Sheffield FC Ladies Reserves had demolished Dinnington Town 15-0 in their own league debut.

CLUB CONQUER COLNE IN CUP CLASSIC  13th September 2008

Not quite, but still… it makes a good headline… Anyway, Sheffield did enough to march into the next round, bagging THREE GRAND into the bargain. The match report is now online, you can find it by clicking HERE. On a related note, Tuesday's game at Retford is off due to Badger infestation at Cannon Park. No, actually they drew in their cup game today, and will have to play their replay midweek.

 

SHEPSHED'S SHANE SHATTERS SHEFFIELD  9th September 2008

Try saying that when you've had a few beers... anyway, Sheffield's undefeated home record was broken tonight, as an electric Dynamo shocked a lacklustre Club side by winning 2-0. A two goal salvo in the second half from Shane Benjamin gave the Leicestershire side all three points. A full match report can be found HERE now.

LADIES OUT OF FA CUP AT FIRST HURDLE  7th September 2008

SFC Ladies lost their FA Women's Cup clash with Barnsley 1-3 at The BFS Stadium this afternoon. The match report will appear here later.

 

 

DYNAMO GAME IN LAST MINUTE CALL OFF  6th September 2008

This game at Loughborough Dynamo was called off at 2.15pm today, after the team and dozens of Sheffield supporters had made the trip down the M1. Sadly the persistant rain was too much, giving the referee no choice but to give the game the red light. Hopefully the weather will hold up for Club's home game on Tuesday against the "Other Dynamo"!

 

 

GODDARD DOUBLE SINKS SEASIDERS  2nd September 2008

Sheffield march on to the next round of the FA Cup, following a pretty one-sided contest at the BFS, with Club running out 4-0 victors of AFC Fylde Goals from Mick Goddard (2), Gavin Smith and Daz Winter ensured Sheffield FC face NWCFL side Colne in a couple of weeks time. The match report can be found HERE.

 

 

CLUB'S SATURDAY HIGHLIGHTS ON YOUR PC  1st September 2008

Click here to view brief highlights and interviews from our FA Cup clash at AFC Fylde.

 

 

CLUB AND FYLDE LIVE TO FIGHT AGAIN  30th August 2008

The FA Cup clash at AFC Fylde ended all square 1-1 despite Sheffield dominating large chunks of play. Paul Smith missed a second half penalty for Club before Asa Ingall headed the visitors in front (pictured below). However, last seasons FA Vase winners were not to be denied and were handed a lifeline with their own penalty which they duly converted. The replay is on Tuesday, kick off 7.45pm. The match report is online now - and can be found here . 

CLUB LEGENDS MEET DOWN UNDER  29th August 2008

For the older and longer standing supporters of Sheffield FC, here's a couple of blasts from the past, who we at BTF Towers are sure you'll remember! Ex-Sheffield defender David Faulkner was down under in Oz the other week (well for the past month and a bit) and as luck would have it he bumped into none other than former Club coach Super Sam Saif in Downtown Brisbane... where else than in Rotherham Street. To quote Dave "As I said to Sam you can take the boy out of Rotherham - but you'll never take Rotherham out of the boy"... too true Faulks, too true. Click on the picture for a better look at the "Living Legends"! 

CLUB WILT AS TULIPS BLOOM  25th August 2008

Club's luck finally ran out at Spalding this afternoon, losing 2-1 away at Spalding United, in a below-par performance. A Scott Partridge goal was not enough to spare Sheffield's blushes, as goals from Ricky Miller and Martin Wormall bagged all three points for the Lincolnshire outfit. A full report can be found HERE on the match report page.

QUORN MINCED IN LATE RONEY SUPERSUB SHOW  23rd August 2008 

Three goals in the last five minutes saved Club's blushes this afternoon, as substitute Matt Roney came on and hit two solo goals, with Paul Smith grabbing the other from the penalty spot, after Justin Jenkins had given the Leicestershire outfit a shock lead. Pictured above, Roney (No 14 left of picture) turns away as the ball beats the Quorn keeper all ends up and hits the back of the net to put Club on level terms. A full report can be found HERE on the match report page.

POWELL AND DAVEY INJURY UPDATE  21st August 2008 

Sheffield FC have confirmed that Striker Vill Powell suffered a hairline fracture of the fibula 10 minutes before the end of the game against Carlton Town on Tuesday evening.

Powell aka Super Vill, who had scored his third goal of the campaign early in the game, was injured in a race for the ball with Town ‘Keeper Alessandro Barcherini. Doctors have estimated that Powell will be missing for around six to eight weeks.

New Sheffield Manager Chris Dolby is now expected to promote ex Retford United and Alfreton striker Mickey Goddard to partner ex Bath City player Scott Partridge, in what still looks like a formidable partnership for the Worlds First Football Club. Goddard has been used in a sub in the clubs first two League matches.

Pete Davey, injured early in the same game, is making good progress from the knock that forced him off on Tuesday evening.

SUPER VILL INJURY LATEST  20th August 2008 

The latest news on Vill Powell's injury sustained in last night's clash with Carlton has been provided by Vill himself on The BTF Forum. In response to all the best wishes passed onto the popular striker, Vill says "Thank you everyone means a lot. After having an x-ray, the initial response from doctors at the Chesterfield Hospital last night, who were top draw by the way alongside the two physio's at the club, Nick and Buster, I've been told I have a crack in my shin and there is no need for an operation. I haven't done any muscular or ligament damage so it's the best case of a worse case scenario.

I have an appointment with the fracture specialist this afternoon so I should have a more definate timescale in terms of time out this afternoon....but whatever happens I'll be back..

Again thanks everyone.... "

MILLERS GRIND OUT A DRAW  19th August 2008 

CARLTON 'BUZZING' AND 'CONFIDENCE HIGH'  19th August 2008 

TAKE THAT ! GRESLEY TASTE THE DOUBLE-P STRIKE FORCE  16th August 2008 

Pictured below, Matt Outram, oops, we mean Asa Ingall, heads home number five