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Friendly match this Tuesday
Welton entertain Westbury Utd at West Clewes this Tuesday in another preseason friendly. Kick off is at 7.45pm.
Yate Match Report
Welton Rovers 1-5 Yate Town
This was an excellent pre season friendly at West Clewes in front of a large crowd that saw all 22 players who turned up for Welton being given the opportunity to play against their higher league opponents. Clayton Dando in the Welton goal was called upon early on and he produced a fine save to deny the visitors an early lead. Welton responded and a terrific effort from James Cooper saw his volley on the turn cleared off the Yate line by a defenders boot. The visitors opened the scoring on 25 minutes when Mark Hughes shot in from close range and just before halftime Russ Church got the visitors second.
The second half saw Yate take control of the game with their extra fitness and pace and goals from ex Paulton player Rob Cousins, ex Welton player Chris Lewis and Dale Dempsy saw them take a five goal lead. Welton kept plugging away and were rewarded with a late consolation goal that saw Craig Marsh bundle the ball into the net following good work by Anthony Dibble. All in all a good work out for Welton.
Saturdays Match
On Saturday Welton entertain Yate Town in a pre season friendly at West Clewes, kick off is 3pm, so come along and support the team through these challenging times.
Melksham Friendly
Welton went down 2-1 in the first of their pre season friendly fixtures, it was good to see so many players turn up and have a run out. It was also great to see last seasons first team players, Craig Coles, Nick Beaverstock, Mark Rowlands and Steve Bridges all make the effort to turn up and play for Welton. Welton had the better of the first half and were unlucky to not go in at the interval with a lead as there were several chances created. The second half saw both sides ring the changes and Melksham scored twice in quick succession but Welton pulled one back through Craig Mansell but just couldn't find the equaliser.
Change of venue for Mondays Friendly against Melksham
Mondays friendly game against Melksham has been switched to Bath University pitch were Team Bath used to play. Kick off remains the same at 7.30pm.
Welton continue their search for a first team manager
Welton Rovers are still seeking an individual to manage the First Team at the Club. The individual concerned should have a proven track record in Non League, Western League and local football and is willing to take on the challenge of taking control of a well established Toolstation Western League Premier Division Club.
If you are that person please contact the club via this website contact page or phone Malcolm Price on 07970791644 or Bob Allard on 07980367893.
This Seasons Fixtures are now out
Welton start this years campaign with an away trip to Corsham Town on Saturday 7th August, this is followed by the following Saturday with the FA Cup tie at Bridport. Welton go to Radstock Town on the 27th December and host our neighbours on the 22nd April. For the full fixture list go to the fixtures icon on the front page of the web site.
Preseason Training at Welton
Welton Rovers have started preseason training, all players old or new are welcome to take part. The sessions start at 7pm on Tuesday and Thursdays. Meet at the clubhouse in North Road at 6.45pm. We are particularly looking for young players to come along and take part in the training and experience the training regime of a top Western League club and you never know you might be that youngster who could feature this season in our Reserves or under 18's squad.
FA Cup and FA Vase Draws made
Welton travel to Bridport in the extra qualifying round of the FA Cup on Saturday 14th August and on Saturday 4th September Welton entertain Verwood in the 1st round of the FA Vase.
Weltons friendly with Bridgwater Town on the 17th July cancelled
Welton Rovers seek First Team Manager
Welton Rovers Football Club are actively seeking an individual to manage the First Team at the Club. The individual concerned should have a proven track record in Non League, Western League and local football and is willing to take on the challenge of taking control of a well established Toolstation Western League Premier Division Club. I f you are that person please contact the club via this website contact page or phone Malcolm Price on 07970791644 or Bob Allard on 07980367893.
Weltons Pre Season Friendly matches announced
Saturday 17th July home to Bridgwater Town kick off 3pm
Tuesday 20th July away to Melksham Town kick off 7,30pm
Saturday 24th July home to Yate Town kick off 3pm
Tuesday 27th July home to Westbury kick off 7.45pm
Saturday 31st July away to Gillingham kick off 3pm
Don't forget come on England lets see you do it this time and watch it at Welton.
Back to football, draws have already been made for next seasons Les Phillips Cup and the Somerset Premier Cup.
Welton are away to Melksham Town in the Les Phillips Cup Preliminary Round, match to be played on Saturday 23rd October, winners of that match are away to Almondsbury UWE in the First Round.
In the First Round of the Somerset Premier Cup, holders Welton have been drawn away at Larkhall, the game to be played week beginning 4th October and the winners of that tie are away to Hengrove Athletic in the second round.
Advance Announcement of a fantastic night on offer in September at Welton Rovers
Welton Rovers are proud to present COUNTERFEIT ABBA at Welton Rovers on Saturday 11th September, 7.30pm till late. A quote from the Daily Mail re this group states " It doesn't get any better than this" So for all you ABBA fans and everyone else this is a evening not to be missed at Welton Rovers West Clewes function room.
Tickets are £10, members £8 in advance, and on the night £12.00 and can be obtained from the Club or telephone the Club Steward on 01761 412097.
A great night not to be missed and prize for the best dressed male and female.
Why not sponsor Welton in some part for next season.
Various sponsorship deals are available at Welton for this coming season and they are as follows,
Advertise your company or product in the match day programme, costs are, full page advert £160, half page £80 and quarter page £40, these costs cover all home game programmes this season for league and cup matches played at West Clewes.
You can also sponsor an actual home game for £100 where you will meet the chairman and officials of the club, participate in refreshments at halftime and other benefits including featuring in the match day programme and your company being highlighted in the loudspeaker announcements prior to the game and at halftime.
You can also sponsor a match ball for £30 per game and you will be featured in the programme and loudspeaker announcements.
You can advertise you business 365 days a year by purchasing an advertising board to be displayed around the perimeter of the ground. Standard size of the board is 10ft x 2ft 6in but larger ones are available on request. The cost of these boards are £!50 plus VAT per season. We can have your board produced by a local signwriter, the current cost is £130 plus VAT for one or two colours. Alternatively you can supply your own board.
If you are interested in any of the above please contact us at the Clubhouse on 01761 412097 or via the contact page on the website or ring Bob Allard on 07980367893 or Malcolm Price on 07970791644
Watch the World Cup at Welton
Why not come along to Welton to watch the World Cup, we have two large screens, plenty of seating and a large bar and quality staff to quench your thirst. The club opens at one this afternoon to show the opening ceremony and followed by the South Africa Mexico match. Watch all England's games on the big screens in an atmosphere that cannot be beaten in the district. Hope to see you there.
Press Release and Statement from the Chairman Mr Maurice Down
It is with great regret that Welton Rovers Football Club announces, with immediate effect, the resignation of the First Team Manager Mark Harrington. Marks decision came as a great shock to the club especially having just finished a truly memorable season with Welton Rovers.
We are hoping to keep the nucleus of the team together, especially the local players and therefore we will be looking for a local management team to continue with the good work that was achieved by Mark, on and off the field during the last two seasons, which created a special atmosphere that ran throughout the whole club.
Whatever Mark does in the future, football or otherwise he will always be welcome at Welton Rovers Football Club where he remains held in very high esteem.”
Welton win the Somerset Premier Cup
Welton won the Somerset Premier Cup at Huish Park Yeovil last night in a dramatic 4-2 penalty shoot out win over Bridgwater Town after a goal less 90 mins and extra time. This was a history making moment for Welton and great credit must go to manager Mark Harrington and all the team for their tremendous performance. Credit also to the travelling Green Army who made the trip and really made it a night to remember for all connected to Welton Rovers. Just Brilliant.
Presentation Night Awards
Welton Rovers recently held their end of season Presentation Night at the Clubhouse at West Clewes and Chairman Maurice Down spoke about the successful season the club has had, finishing 5th in the Toolstation Premier League, semi finalist’s in the Les Phillips Cup and reaching the final of the Somerset Premier for the first time in the clubs long history and who can tell what the result will be on Tuesday evening against Bridgwater Town.
The following awards were presented during the evening,
1st Team Manager’s Player of the Year; Lee Bryant,
1st Team Player’s Player of the Year; Lee Bryant.
1st Team top goal scorer: Dean Evans,
Goal of the Season: James Billings,
1st Team Young Player: Greg Dando,
Reserve Team Manager’s Player of the Year: Dale Groves,
Reserve Team Players Player of the Year; Terry Wade,
Reserve Team Clubman of the Year; Joel Sims,
Reserve Team Young Player of the Year; Anthony Dibble,
Reserve Team Top Goal Scorer; James Cooper,
John and Shavers Cup; Ashley Lewis,
Under 18’s Manager Player of the Year; Anthony Dibble,
Under 18’s Players Player of the Year; Jake Routledge,
Under 18’s Clubman of the Year: Declan Bridges,
Chris’s Cup: Eileen Saxby,
Sports Person of the Year; Mark Harrington and Kevin Rodd