Cronus wrote:Morning Glory wrote:East Manchester are a new one to me, as are Liverpool City other than seeing their name in last years merit.
Putting Hilton Park in div 4 would be pretty much a pointless exercise for all concerned. Once they got themselves sorted players wise, Portico showed that last season. On paper HP have a very strong side and I believe they've had to pay a £500 bond to join at div 2 so I'd say they're pretty serious.
Good to see Orrell St James & New Springs back too. There's at least one more team to add to div 4 so there should be a full programme this season.
I think Liverpool City might be something to do with the side that lost one of the summer finals (to East Lancashire?) at Golborne in 2011? My (aging) memory is hazy, but anyway it was a good day out and a very good game.
Agree about Hilton Park, but would have been a challenge for us to have a go! They're certainly serious about what they're doing and looking at the calibre of the squad I'd say they'll take some beating.
What are Ashton A doing this season mate?
Ashton A are in div 4, DL missed us off the leagues sent out last week. Last years 18's have all moved up now so both our squads are looking healthy.
We've added a couple of new coaches to the OA panel along with a physio & we've got a specialist strength & conditioner on board. Owning his own gym 50 yards from the club is helpful too!
Work began this week on rebuilding the clubhouse and work starts next week on all 4 pitches getting new drains so we've got lots of positive stuff going on here.