Horley Town v Guernsey F.C. Wed.27th July.

[HTFCSUPPORTER]

 

Hi all, here is a link to photos from last nights game courtesy of Simon Roe.

 

I hope it works.

 

 

http://www.simonroephotography.co.uk/Horley%20Town%20vs%20Guernsey%20270711/

 

[NCEL fan]

@HTFC supporter - thanks for the link, what a terrific photo shoot. Think some of the Guernsey boys might want to order some of them!

 

Looks like it was an excellent night and a good advert for football at this level. Delighted to hear that Guernsey were so well received and made a good impression on and off the pitch. So it seems that they might not walk it after all for those who predicted it was a mere formality, though by the sounds of it, they showed a lot of quality that I'm sure will make them genuine promotion contenders.

 

I, like many of you I'm sure, can't wait for the serious stuff to get started.

[bomaya]

Thought the number 7 for Guernsey on the right wing first half looked really good and a lot of their best work went via him.

 

Mr A Jupp at the back had a good game as did the keeper.

Edited July 28, 2011 by bomaya

[Guernsey Guru]

@HTFC supporter - thanks for the link, what a terrific photo shoot. Think some of the Guernsey boys might want to order some of them!

 

Looks like it was an excellent night and a good advert for football at this level. Delighted to hear that Guernsey were so well received and made a good impression on and off the pitch. So it seems that they might not walk it after all for those who predicted it was a mere formality, though by the sounds of it, they showed a lot of quality that I'm sure will make them genuine promotion contenders.

 

I, like many of you I'm sure, can't wait for the serious stuff to get started.

 

 

Just got back to Guernsey after an enjoyable trip to Horley. Many, many thanks to Horley for their hospitality we had a great night! I am disappointed at the final score but being realistic after a lot of thought I am pleased with how our second half side played as there will only be 2 or 3 of them who will definitely start against Knaphill. Yes they conceded 3 goals but I think we can safely say that we do have some depth in our squad. A good night of learning for everyone.

[GD The Fall Guy]

I'm not suprised by the score seeing that some 1st teamers didn't travel and we subbed our best 2 players.

 

Its a game that will help us prepare well for our 1st league game.

 

So don't judge us until 3 or 4 games into the season.

 

Finally well done to Horley !

[Tucks1]

Totally agree that the defeat was worth more to you last night than a win donkey. Very impressed with your attacking play and at time your full backs looked sold and pushed on well. My only criticism is what i posted after watching the afc game is that your central defensive pairings whoever they have been look vunerable to the long ball and set pieces. Footballing wise no one could argue that you play attractive football and if you would have taken some me your chances last night it may have been a different story. Sort that defence out and promotion is a possibility.

[Smudge]

Tucks,spot on with your comments as usual.A little birdie has told me that you have got itchy feet already,and an announcement is imminent.Guernsey Scout by any chance?Be interesting to know what Knaphill thought of Guernsey's performance.Has any one got any pics of the Players,Officials,Mascots,lining up before the game,that they could post on here,a memento for someone for sure in later years.Hope there is a station in close proximity of your new Club,because me old pins are failing fast.

[HTFCSUPPORTER]

Thought the number 7 for Guernsey on the right wing first half looked really good and a lot of their best work went via him.

 

Mr A Jupp at the back had a good game as did the keeper.

 

 

Thanks for your kind words of praise bomaya.

Got to be honest I feel very stiff today!!

[bomaya]

 

Thanks for your kind words of praise bomaya.

 

 

Thought you were solid even when up against their lively forwards in the first half. Their goal came from the left side, not sure if you got anywhere near him before he curled it in. Great finish though. I expect Ali would have liked him closed down a bit sooner.

 

 

 

[bomaya]

A few photos of the evening, I'll stick some more on my blog later:

 

Nice full-ish ground and bar!

 

 

This is Guernsey's goal about to go in off the post - piece of history maybe

 

Men vs boys

 

Le Tiss

Edited July 28, 2011 by bomaya

[maisiecat]

Nice Pic of Matt and Mark le Tiss

[Charlie Farleigh]

Thanks for your kind words of praise bomaya.

 

 

Thought you were solid even when up against their lively forwards in the first half. Their goal came from the left side, not sure if you got anywhere near him before he curled it in. Great finish though. I expect Ali would have liked him closed down a bit sooner.

 

 

 

I dont know about sooner!! I think Ali would have liked him to have been closed down full stop.Lol!

An entertaining evening, I thought that they lacked a bit of pace at the back especially the left back, who whilst comfortable on the ball was beaten for pace several times. All in all I thought they played some nice stuff,and as someone else earlier stated a bit like Arsenal, no cutting edge. I think that their problem is that they have not played together much and come October/ November when they have had time to gel they will be a very tidy side.

[maisiecat]

where do you get the idea they have not played together long or gelled from?? This team has (most of them anyway) represented England at international level..... http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/9027854.stm

[bomaya]

Have done a blog entry - see the bottom of this page http://groundhopper.weebly.com/junejuly-2011.html

 

Guernsey people, please feel free to pass this on to others who weren't there.

[Smudge]

Interestingly from both B.B.C. Reports,both Managers say a LESSON MUST BE LEARNT,2008,2011.Have they a Plan B. though.

[Charlie Farleigh]

where do you get the idea they have not played together long or gelled from?? This team has (most of them anyway) represented England at international level..... http://news.bbc.co.u...all/9027854.stm

 

From the fact that they are made up all the teams on the island, like a representative side if you like. If the CCL put out a side, it would no doubt play better if they played and trained together all the time rather than if they were thrown toegether for one match,