Hello.

I photographed the match between Sutton and Bury yesterday, and I am pretty confident in saying that I think I saw the league champions in action. Sutton Utd play a good blend of tough and skilfull football which has seen them almost book their place in Blue Square South next season. They have a solid defense, a tough midfield and flair up front.

Pundits talk about the 'spine' of the team being the basis of a successful season and Sutton's spine is top drawer. Kevin Scriven in goal is solid, the centre back duo of Karim El-Salahi and Sam Page don't make many mistakes, midfielders Tom Davis and Kennedy Adjei are a good blend of hard and skilfull and Andy Forbes and Craig Dundas will score plenty of goals between them. This mix makes them hard to beat. Add into the mix the quality supporting cast including Leroy Griffiths and there are not many teams that can compete with them.

I also think that Sutton will hold their own in BSS. They have the ability to raise their game for the big matches, and should be very competitive against the better opposition they should encounter next season.

I wish Sutton well for the rest of the season and hope that they complete the job and move on to bigger and better things.

As regards Bury Town, well I think the occasion rather overwhelmed them yesterday. They did not really look like winning at any point and although they did have their moments, couldn't put anything together. After their penalty to make it 1-2, they did look like pushing on, but Sutton held firm. I think they should be proud of their first season in RPL and should make the play-offs and then who knows! However I do think they will really struggle if they do get promoted so perhaps it would be best for them if they dont progress and have another season in RPL to get stronger and used to the quality of opposition.

More photos available on my website, www.kensparksphotography.co.uk. Hope you enjoy them.

Speak to you again in a couple of weeks. Be good !!

Ken