http://leerangers.com Lee Rangers Youth Football Club. The home of youth football in Lee-on-the-Solent. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22:56:00 +0000 http://snappages.com en http://leerangers.com/blog/2012/01/28/28112-lee-rangers-0-v-6-headley-u16 http://leerangers.com/blog/2012/01/28/28112-lee-rangers-0-v-6-headley-u16 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22:56:00 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2012/01/28/28112-lee-rangers-0-v-6-headley-u16
Lee Rangers appeared nonchalant for their game against top of the league Headley after their previous 1-1 draw earlier in the season.

However a well drilled and fit Headley fought for and won first and second ball almost every occasion. Connor [...]]]>
Lee Rangers appeared nonchalant for their game against top of the league Headley after their previous 1-1 draw earlier in the season.

However a well drilled and fit Headley fought for and won first and second ball almost every occasion. Connor and Craig appeared to be the only players for Lee that put a shift in. It was hard and a lot of chasing shadows was occuring.

Headley were 3 - 0 up after a couple of mistakes and some fine finishing by half-time.

Players visibily requested to be substituted, which was a sad sight to see. It is the first time in a number of years that we have had a lesson in football but today was it.

On a positive note the lads did not give up and kept going until the end. However we need to be on our mettle this weekend against our derby opposition of Dynamoes.

Thanks for the support this week as the 75 mile round trip hurt with a result like that.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2012/01/21/21112-lee-rangers-9-v-0-eastney-pythons-u16 http://leerangers.com/blog/2012/01/21/21112-lee-rangers-9-v-0-eastney-pythons-u16 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 21:21:00 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2012/01/21/21112-lee-rangers-9-v-0-eastney-pythons-u16
However the pressure on the 9 men eventually gave and Lee scored 3 in quick succession and came in at half-time 5 - 0 up. The second half started and some great runs from the full backs helped the team settle and with 2 minutes to go it was 9 - 0. Scorers today were Jordan, Tom, Harley, Dan and Aiden 1 apiece with Glenn and scoring a brace each.

Well done but my hats off to Eastney who were truly outstanding with only 9 men.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2012/01/14/14112-lee-rangers-2-v-1-hayling-utd-u16 http://leerangers.com/blog/2012/01/14/14112-lee-rangers-2-v-1-hayling-utd-u16 Sat, 14 Jan 2012 21:09:00 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2012/01/14/14112-lee-rangers-2-v-1-hayling-utd-u16
Shortly after his first, Dan scored a second to put the Lee side 2 - 0 up. It was end to end stuff until a great run by the Hayling centre half was penalised and he smashed the resulting free-kick into the goal.

60 minutes gone and a coming together resulted in both teams losing a player. The referee abandoned the game as it appeared that it would result in more bookings.

Hopefully both teams will learn from this and it will not happen again.

Well done to the referee who handled the situation superbly.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2012/01/14/14012012-fosps-4-7-lee-rangers-u8-blue http://leerangers.com/blog/2012/01/14/14012012-fosps-4-7-lee-rangers-u8-blue Sat, 14 Jan 2012 10:35:00 +0000 Mike http://leerangers.com/blog/2012/01/14/14012012-fosps-4-7-lee-rangers-u8-blue
After the December break, the Blues returned to action against FOSPS on a bright but frosty morning. After a slight delay to allow the frost to melt, the team took to a pitch with a soft muddy middle and long grass near the corner flags.

The Lee squad was Jadour, Adam, Joe, Josh, Josh H, Cameron, Ronnie, Keiron, Charlie and [...]]]>
After the December break, the Blues returned to action against FOSPS on a bright but frosty morning. After a slight delay to allow the frost to melt, the team took to a pitch with a soft muddy middle and long grass near the corner flags.

The Lee squad was Jadour, Adam, Joe, Josh, Josh H, Cameron, Ronnie, Keiron, Charlie and making his debut, Taylor.

With Joe in goal, Rangers were on the attack from the start. Firstly there was a good attempt by Jadour, and then Josh shot wide.

However, FOSPS then went on the attack, Josh H covered a lot of ground to thwart an attack, but then FOSPS scored 2 quick goals.

This setback seemed to galvanise the team into action. Ronnie crossed the ball in from the left wing to Josh, who then slipped the ball to Jadour who planted his shot into the net. 2-1.
The same move was, repeated seconds later, but this time Josh's shot from Ronnie's cross went just wide.Then Adam won the ball on the left, fed it to Josh who crossed for Ronnie to slot home his shot. 2-2.

Then on the stroke of half time FOSPS scored again, so 3-2 at the break.

A reshuffle for the second half, saw Adam in goal, Joe up front, and Keiron and Charlie on.

The blues moved into the attack again, and after a goalmouth scramble, Charlie knocked the ball into the net to score his first ever goal. 3-3.

Josh then came back on, and beats 3 defenders and scores 3-4, but this is then countered by FOSPS who breakaway and score, beating Adam on his left post.4-4

The team was working very hard in all areas, Cameron and Josh in defence, Taylor and Keiron in midfield, all trying to block the FOSPS moves. This pays off when Jadour cuts in from the right, and scores with a good shot. 4-5. Then in a repeat, Josh does the same, 4-6.

However, FOSPS were not taking it lying down, an attack with only Adam left to beat, sees the shot go wide. Then at the other end, Josh got a bad bobble just he was about to shoot, resulting in a spectacular air shot! Finally in the last minute, Keiron passed to Jadour, who then fed Josh to score.

So the game ended up 7-4, with Rangers coming from behind twice to win, showing great character.


Everyone in the team played well, but man of the match was Charlie, not just for his goal, but his constant effort in running and blocking the FOSPS attacks.


Reporter


Paul Reeve

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/12/17/171211-lee-rangers-2-v-0-portsmouth-wanderers-u16 http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/12/17/171211-lee-rangers-2-v-0-portsmouth-wanderers-u16 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 22:00:00 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/12/17/171211-lee-rangers-2-v-0-portsmouth-wanderers-u16
The team lined up with Jordan in goal with from Left to right Jack Tom, [...]]]>
The team lined up with Jordan in goal with from Left to right Jack Tom, Matt and Tristan, they were defended in midfield by Connor, H, Luke and Mitch and up front Harley and Dan lead the line. Glenn warmed the bench after having yet another injury scare this week.

Well after H scored it was all Pompey and the Lee Rangers were lucky not to give away a penalty. However we came in still 1 - 0 up and a stern talking to was needed to concentrate the team again.

Second half started and although Pompey were winning first ball, second ball kept being won by Lee and within a minute of the turnaround Harley tucked away his chance to make it 2 - 0. Harley then went down injured and Glenn came on up front, with clear instructions to stop the defence from playing.

Jack and Mitch tormented along the left hand side and some fine switch play gave the Pompey team pause for thought.

Luke was then exchanged for Harley again and then after a little altercation Dan came off as Lee went to 5 across the midfield to consolidate the win.

The final whistle went and the players go off for a well deserved break. Jack claimed MOM with a fine performance as we go into 2012.

If we can get some wins under are belt in January we could easily climb the table and put pressure on those above us.

Well done each player and have a Happy Christmas and even better New Year.

Thanks to all parents for their support and help today and in particualr Martin who ran the line and Liz for the best cup of tea for miles around.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/12/10/101211-lee-rangers-0-0-whiteley-u16 http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/12/10/101211-lee-rangers-0-0-whiteley-u16 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 14:26:00 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/12/10/101211-lee-rangers-0-0-whiteley-u16
To be fair, Whiteley should have won the corresponding fixture and today both teams suffered in the last third with Lee having the majority of chances.

Jordan was our [...]]]>
To be fair, Whiteley should have won the corresponding fixture and today both teams suffered in the last third with Lee having the majority of chances.

Jordan was our goalkeeper again and he was defended by from left to right, Craig, Matt, Connor and Thomas. Midfield consisted of Harley and H with Jack and Luke on the flanks.

Up front we were lead by Dan and Glenn.

Lee started well and commanded the play for the first 20 before Whiteley began to impose. However chances were few and far between and both teams came in at 0 - 0.

Second half started and Lee began to hit their passes with more venom, this resulted in chances for Dan , Jack and Harley.

MOM today was Luke who tormented the Whiteley team with his skill.

However it was not to be as there appeared to be a force field around the Whiteley goal.

So honours even for yet another season and probabaly a fair reflection of both teams.

Thanks again to all of our support and Martin for his Line 'O' endeavours.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/12/03/3122011-lee-rangers-2-2-crofton-red-u16 http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/12/03/3122011-lee-rangers-2-2-crofton-red-u16 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 16:36:00 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/12/03/3122011-lee-rangers-2-2-crofton-red-u16
Fullbacks were Jack and Thomas with Tom G skippering the side. Jordan started in goal and Harley and Luke played left and right with Connor and H in the middle.

Up front [...]]]>
Fullbacks were Jack and Thomas with Tom G skippering the side. Jordan started in goal and Harley and Luke played left and right with Connor and H in the middle.

Up front with Mitch was Dan.

That left Aiden and Tristan on the bench.

Both sides had many chances in the first half but failed to convert. Second half started and a through ball was latched onto by Dan who had a terrific shot to put Lee 1 - 0 up.

A few minutes later Lee were awarded a penalty which Harley duly dispatched.

It was backs against the wall before Crofton scored to make it 2 -1 and then in the dying embers a soft penalty was given which was scored after a re-take.

All in all a fair result but we must learn to keep our lead as this is the second time in 2 weeks.

Well done as we played a lot better than last week.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/26/26112011-lee-rangers-2-2-crofton-blue-u16 http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/26/26112011-lee-rangers-2-2-crofton-blue-u16 Sat, 26 Nov 2011 16:35:00 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/26/26112011-lee-rangers-2-2-crofton-blue-u16
Yet another derby game pitched the team against Crofton Blues. We always have a good game against this team and it always played in good spirit.

Today was no different except the Lee players appeared to have been suffering from a late night performance the night [...]]]>
Yet another derby game pitched the team against Crofton Blues. We always have a good game against this team and it always played in good spirit.

Today was no different except the Lee players appeared to have been suffering from a late night performance the night before.

Lee battled well and eventually scored to go 1 – 0 up. However a free-kick on the edge of the box allowed Crofton to equalise.

Lee went ahead again only for a mistake in the back four to lead to a penalty.

Crofton equalised with the penalty and it was all that they deserved.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/19/19112011-lee-rangers-1-2-afc-dynamo-u16 http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/19/19112011-lee-rangers-1-2-afc-dynamo-u16 Sat, 19 Nov 2011 16:25:00 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/19/19112011-lee-rangers-1-2-afc-dynamo-u16
After a few chances Dynamo went 1 – 0 up and it was with the run of play. Shortly before half-time Dynamo went 2 – 0 up with a deflected own goal and it was all to play for.

A stern talking too, at half-time gave the Rangers team enough impetus to try and play like they have done throughout the season. Eventually a through ball was latched onto by new signing Mitch Roper who battled his way to take his chance. Shortly afterwards a foul by the Dynamo front man caused the game to be stopped for around half an hour.

Some of the comments from the crowd were outrageous as the Lee Rangers player was quite seriously injured.

Anyway play resumed with 18 minutes on the clock and although Lee huffed and puffed they didn’t get the equaliser they so richly deserved.

MOM today was Tom Griffin and the team need to be congratulated for putting in a fine second half performance.

My best wishes go out to Matt Savage who was caught in a late tackle today and will probably be out for several weeks.

Thanks for all the help at the end of the game.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/19/19112011-whiteley-dragons-0-9-lee-rangers-u8-blues http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/19/19112011-whiteley-dragons-0-9-lee-rangers-u8-blues Sat, 19 Nov 2011 05:17:00 +0000 Mike http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/19/19112011-whiteley-dragons-0-9-lee-rangers-u8-blues
Playing for the first time in their new Light blue strip, Lee quickly exerted pressure on the Dragons. Joe was in goal, and in mid field, Adam put in good blocks [...]]]>
Playing for the first time in their new Light blue strip, Lee quickly exerted pressure on the Dragons. Joe was in goal, and in mid field, Adam put in good blocks when the Dragons had possession.

Then, after a great long accurate throw-in by Cameron, Ronnie shot with his left foot to score. 1-0.

Joshua then collected the ball in defence, dribbled past 4 Dragons before passing to Josh, whose shot is blocked. Then Ronnie gets off another left foot shot which goes through the keepers legs for another goal. 2-0.

Lee keep up the pressure, Ronnie breaks from mid-field, passes to Josh who turns and scores, 3-0 to Lee.

Then, just after coming on, Keiron splits the defence with a pass to Josh, who puts the ball into the net. 4-0.

Next is a well worked goal by Lee, Cameron's long throw to Ronnie, who from the inside left position feeds a pass to Josh, who calmly tucks the ball away. 5-0.

Lee then add 2 more before the break. Firstly Josh onto a through ball, is one on one with the keeper which he slots home, then Cam feeds Ronnie, and his shot goes through the keeper.

So at half time, the score is 7-0.

After half time, the team is re-arranged with Josh in goal, Joe in attack.

Joshua has another great break from defence before having his shot blocked.

Whiteley then come on the attack, with Josh diving at the feet of the attacker to thwart them, and then Lee see a Whitely shot hit the post.

However Lee are soon back on the attack, Joe passes to Adam,who buries his left foot shot into the goal. 8-0.

Finally Joshua gets his reward for all of his effort, this time he gets the ball on the edge of the area, shoots and scores. 9-0.

This was a great team performance, the score may have been slightly flattering, but the blues never stop working as a team, and in the end the man of the match award was shared by Ronnie and Joshua not just for their goals, but also their tireless effort.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/12/12112011-lee-rangers-1-1-headley-youth-u16 http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/12/12112011-lee-rangers-1-1-headley-youth-u16 Sat, 12 Nov 2011 16:20:00 +0000 http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/12/12112011-lee-rangers-1-1-headley-youth-u16
The game was a fantastic advert for the U16 B League as it was played in tremendous spirit and very competitive.
Lee lined up with Jordan in goal, defended by from left to right Craig, Tom, Matt and Tristan. In Midfield we had Connor, H, [...]]]>
The game was a fantastic advert for the U16 B League as it was played in tremendous spirit and very competitive.
Lee lined up with Jordan in goal, defended by from left to right Craig, Tom, Matt and Tristan. In Midfield we had Connor, H, Will on the left and Thomas on the right.
Harley and Aiden lead the attack. Luke and Dan were on the bench.

Headley started well and were awarded a penalty early on. The player strode up and hit the post and it was scrambled away by Lee. A few minutes later a cross by Headley left the goal gaping only for the chance to be missed again.

Lee then woke up and had their fair share of chances. At half-time it was still goal less. Lee came out as they had finished the first half with fire in their bellies. Then an intricate bit of football between Dan and H lead to H slotting with his left foot. Lee then went a little complacent and in the dying embers of the game the Headley centre forward latched onto a through ball and slotted the equaliser.

All in all a fair result and the comments from both referee and spectators were those of a great game played in fantastic spirit and competition.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/12/12112011-waltham-wolves-devils-9-5-lee-rangers-u8-blues http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/12/12112011-waltham-wolves-devils-9-5-lee-rangers-u8-blues Sat, 12 Nov 2011 05:09:00 +0000 Mike http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/12/12112011-waltham-wolves-devils-9-5-lee-rangers-u8-blues
The squad was Jadore, Josh, Cameron, Charlie, Joshua, Ronnie, and Joe.

On a sunny morning, [...]]]>
The squad was Jadore, Josh, Cameron, Charlie, Joshua, Ronnie, and Joe.

On a sunny morning, playing on a wet pitch that had not seen mower for some weeks, “The Blues” were quickly on the attack. Jadore had a run on goal and scored with a left foot shot. 1-0.

Then from a longer Cameron throw, Jadore had a header go wide, then Josh latched onto a clearance from the Devil’s keeper, and shot into the back of the net. 2-0.

Cameron then linked up with Jadore, who buried his left foot shot, 3-0.

However, it was not all one way traffic, Waltham had a break, and after a mix up in defence their shot hit the post, but immediately Jiadore collected the ball from Joe’s goal kick, raced down the left wing, centred to Josh, who rounded the keeper to score. 4-0.

Waltham then had another attack, but this time they scored. 4-1.

Ronnie then broke down the left wing, crossed for Josh to tap in at the far post.. 5-1

Waltham then clear the ball from the centre circle which splits our defence, and Wolve’s shot beats Joe. 5-2

From the kick off, Jadore run and pass is met by Josh, who score 6-2.

A slip in our defence, lets the Devil's score another on the stroke of half time, so the half ends 6-3.

A change in the second half sees Josh going in goal, with Joe in the attack., and immediately after the restart, Joe's shot goes just wide from a Jadore cross. Then from a corner, Waltham score, 6-4 and this is followed by more pressure with Josh saving from a shot and a corner.

Charlie, Cameron and Joshua were holding the defence together, with Jadore coming back to help out. Then Rangers got back on the attack, a cross from Joe sees Jadore score. 7-4.

Then from a Cameron long throw, Ronnie scores 8-4, then from a Joshua throw in, the Devils unluckily conceeed an own goal, 9-4.

Finally in the last minute, Waltham score from a throw in, so the game ends 9-5.

After great team effort, Josh is awarded the Man of the Match for his goals and goal keeping.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/04/041111-lee-rangers-u8-whites-7-1-whiteley-wanders http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/04/041111-lee-rangers-u8-whites-7-1-whiteley-wanders Fri, 04 Nov 2011 16:51:00 +0000 David http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/11/04/041111-lee-rangers-u8-whites-7-1-whiteley-wanders
The Lee squad was Jadour, Adam, Joe, Allan, Ben, Ronnie, Cam, Paul, Luca, Kai, and Liam
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The Lee squad was Jadour, Adam, Joe, Allan, Ben, Ronnie, Cam, Paul, Luca, Kai, and Liam

With Luca in goal, Rangers were on the attack from the start. Firstly Ronnie had a shot blocked, then Allan had another blocked for a corner. Joe had a great left foot shot blocked, and Ronnie's follow up effort was also saved. When Whiteley did mount a attack, the defensive line of Kai, Cam and Liam held firm, with the ball being cleared away to our strikeforce.

Finally Rangers got the breakthrough, Allan rounded two defenders, and calmly shot into the net. 1-0 to Rangers.

Next followed a period of play, which saw Rangers play probably their best football of the season. From another great corner from Joe, Allan's shot hit the post. Then from a Ronnie corner, the ball came off Paul at the far post into the net 2-0. Cameron then dribbled up to the edge of the penalty area, before scoring with a right foot shot. 3-0. Ronnie broke out of defence, then his long shot when through the legs of the defender and the keeper. 4-0. Finally to finish off the half, Allan running down the right, crossed for Paul to stroke home for 5-0.

For the second half, Lee had Joe in goal, with Jadore, Adam and Ben coming on, and Luca in defence.

After good link up play between Kai, Paul and Adam, Jadore shot just wide.Then Ben broke down the middle to feed Paul, only to see his shot go just wide.

Whiteley then had an attack which was well blocked by Kai and Cam, but then in the next attack, the ball fell to a Hawks striker who shot past Joe. 5-1.

Jadore then turned on his magic. His first shot skimmed the top of the bar, then in his next run, using his left foot and right foot to round the defenders, he put a left foot shot past the keeper. 6-1

Lee were playing really well, throw ins were all long and accurate, the defenders were looking to pass out of defence, everyone was trying to keep the ball in play, and there was some great link up play happening. This was shown by the last goal, where Cameron made a great block which Allan then took on to, round defenders and score. 7-1.

Everyone in the team played well, but man of the match was Allan, not just for his goals, but his constant effort in wanting the ball and running at the defence.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/29/291011-lee-rangers-u16-2-0-hayling-united http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/29/291011-lee-rangers-u16-2-0-hayling-united Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:53:00 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/29/291011-lee-rangers-u16-2-0-hayling-united Sunday league last season and they started well. Lee was unfortunately still asleep for most of the
first half. However their defensive prowess, kept them in the game until the second half when a
break down the left lead to Dan Lee getting [...]]]> Sunday league last season and they started well. Lee was unfortunately still asleep for most of the
first half. However their defensive prowess, kept them in the game until the second half when a
break down the left lead to Dan Lee getting back on the scoring track.

The game was end to end with Lee and Hayling battling for their lives. Con Da Costa refereed the
game well and eventually a fine shot was finished off by Will on the rebound.

2 – 0 and Lee shut up shop. A greatly contested game and both teams should be proud of their
performance.

MOM today was Tristan who put in a fine display at full-back. He was ably assisted with Jordan in
goal Tom G and Matt at Centre backs with Thomas at left-back.

Aiden was left mid with Connor and H in the middle with Will on the right. Dan and Harley started
up front. Jack replaced Aiden just before half time and had a great game for his first one back.
Aiden came back on for Dan with 15 to go.

All in all a great performance that puts us up to third 1 point behind Dynamoes.

Well done.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/23/221011-lee-rangers-u16-6-0-stubbington http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/23/221011-lee-rangers-u16-6-0-stubbington Sun, 23 Oct 2011 16:55:00 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/23/221011-lee-rangers-u16-6-0-stubbington complacent.

The game started brightly and some fine moves down the right hand side were a joy to behold.

Eventually Harley got the first of his [...]]]> complacent.

The game started brightly and some fine moves down the right hand side were a joy to behold.

Eventually Harley got the first of his hat trick and Lee was up and away. Some fine attacks down the right orchestrated by both Tristan and Will gave Stubbington a lot to think about.

In defence Tom G looked after things with Tristan, Thomas and Craig and in midfield H, Connor and Matt looked after the middle of the park. On the flanks both Will and Luke made a significant contribution. Up front Harley was outstanding and finished all of his chances very well.

Aiden came on for Thomas and gave us extra pace up front before Dan came on and between Aiden and Dan the Stubbington defence had a lot to handle. Tristan slotted the fourth goal before Aiden
nipped in with a goal to keep his run going. Connor finished the game with a finely struck pen.

Hats off to Stubbington who kept going till the end, and were unlucky not to score. In particular the goalkeeper was excellent.

Well done to the referee and both sets of players for a fine game.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/22/221011-crofton-saints-tigers-1-2-lee-rangers-u8-whites http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/22/221011-crofton-saints-tigers-1-2-lee-rangers-u8-whites Sat, 22 Oct 2011 16:34:00 +0000 David http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/22/221011-crofton-saints-tigers-1-2-lee-rangers-u8-whites
The Lee squad was Allan, Ben, Kai, Luca, Joe, Liam, Cameron, Ronnie, James, Paul and Josh.

Playing in [...]]]>
The Lee squad was Allan, Ben, Kai, Luca, Joe, Liam, Cameron, Ronnie, James, Paul and Josh.

Playing in their unfamiliar away strip of red bibs to avoid a clash with the Tigers also in blue and white, Lee started well with most of the play.

Ben had a good break and a shot that went just wide, and in midfield Paul and Cameron were winning the loose balls. Then the Tigers had 2 breaks, both of which were snuffed out by Kai, who showed great speed in getting back to clear the ball off the toes of the Tiger's striker. James in goal was largely untroubled, but when called into action, showed good kicking distance and direction skills from both his hands and goal kicks. Liam also played his part in keeping the midfield in control, and blocking the Tiger's attacks.

Ben had another chance which went wide and then Allan had a shot which was comfortably saved.

Ronnie and Josh then came on as subs., with Ronnie having a long range effort go wide, followed by Ben having a shot that was very well saved by the Tigers keeper.

So at the end of the first half, 0-0 with Lee having the better chances, but not taking them.

With your reporter just returning with 2 cups of tea, the second half began, and almost straight from the kick-off Tiger's broke down the right side, and scored from a good shot beating James high on his near post. 1-0 to Tigers.

The goal woke Rangers up. A corner by Ronnie fell to Kai whose shot was blocked, as was another effort by Alan. After a rare Tigers attack, James's long clearance fell to Allan, who shot just wide. Joe then burst into the box and had his shot well saved by the keeper, and from the resulting corner by Joe, Alan put his shot over the bar.

In defence Cameron, Josh and Luca all maintained their concentration to snuff out the Tigers, with Cameron's long throw-ins being a major asset.

Ranger's pressure continued with Paul just not quite getting his shot in, then Ronnie fed Allan down the left hand side, and Allan hit a powerful shot that flew into the top of the net 1-1

Minutes later Allan burst down the right wing cut in and thumped the ball into the back of the net, 1-2. This was followed by Ben's shot hitting the bottom of the post with the keeper beaten.

Tiger's still had time for one last attack, but it was again well saved by James.


So at the final whistle, 2-1 to Lee, with James voted man of the match with is excellent all-round performance in goal, bringing much stability to the defence.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/17/151011-swanmore-1-3-lee-rangers-u8-whites http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/17/151011-swanmore-1-3-lee-rangers-u8-whites Mon, 17 Oct 2011 06:46:00 +0000 David http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/17/151011-swanmore-1-3-lee-rangers-u8-whites
In the first quarter, Lee had most of the possession, Adam was trying hard as our loan striker up front, however Lee could not capitalise on their possession. [...]]]>
In the first quarter, Lee had most of the possession, Adam was trying hard as our loan striker up front, however Lee could not capitalise on their possession. Ronnie and Kai had shots at goal but were comfortably dealt with by FOSPS keeper. Jadour then had a great run down the left hand side, beating 3 defenders, only to pull his left footed shot across the goal. FOSPS had chances, but the ball was cleared away by Luca. James in goal was hardly troubled by FOSPS attack. So no goals after 10 minutes.

The second quarter started like the first, but then FOSPS had a breakaway, and put the ball past Josh in goal 1-0. Lee then began to play much better, putting pressure on FOSPS, and finally after a cross into a crowded penalty area, the ball came to Paul who turned and shot into the goal. 1-1.

In the 3rd quarter, Lee really began to play. Cameron's long throw in's being very effective, and Kai playing some neat offensive and defensive football. After 2 earlier misses, Jadour again burst down the left hand side, but this time unleashed a shot that flew into the top corner of FOSPS goal. Minutes later, in a similar move, Jadour was involved in a clash with a FOSPS defender. From the resulting drop ball, there was a goalmouth melee, and Ronnie got to the ball first, and his shot went into the net.

Lee introduced a number of changes during the match and it was great to see Liam and Joseph play their part in the team for the first time this season.

In the final quarter Lee dominated the game. From the kick off Ronnie had a long range effort come back off the post with the keeper beaten.Cameron had 2 chances, but the ball would not go in. FOSPS still had some attempts, but these were handled by Josh and Luca in defence.

So the game finished 3-1 to Lee Rangers, with all the boys making a contribution, with a real improvement in positioning and defending.

For his excellent all round play today, Cameron was awarded the Man of the Match.

Although no toilets were available, FOSPS did provide lovely home made cakes and teas as refreshments at bargain prices. Something for Lee to think about!

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/17/151011-lee-rangers-u16-1-2-cowplain http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/17/151011-lee-rangers-u16-1-2-cowplain Mon, 17 Oct 2011 06:39:48 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/17/151011-lee-rangers-u16-1-2-cowplain
Lee struggled initially bar Matt who was excellent in defence. Tom G, Tristan and Thomas assisted in defence making us hard to break down.

However a small error allowed Cowplain in to go 1 – 0 at half –time.

A corner early in [...]]]>
Lee struggled initially bar Matt who was excellent in defence. Tom G, Tristan and Thomas assisted in defence making us hard to break down.

However a small error allowed Cowplain in to go 1 – 0 at half –time.

A corner early in the second half was converted by the head of Aiden. Harley, H and Luke and Will marshalled the midfield well and Dan and Aiden gave the Cowplain defenders something to think about. Craig came on at half-time and had a great game.

A free kick was awarded to Cowplain with great delivery and movement the kick was converted.

Lee huffed and puffed but it wasn’t to be.

Well done all and especially to Will who deserved MOM.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/17/081011-lee-rangers-u16-2-1-portsmouth-wanderers http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/17/081011-lee-rangers-u16-2-1-portsmouth-wanderers Mon, 17 Oct 2011 06:37:47 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/17/081011-lee-rangers-u16-2-1-portsmouth-wanderers
Lee started really well and strung together many fine moves before going ahead with a fine strike by Tristan.

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Lee started really well and strung together many fine moves before going ahead with a fine strike by Tristan.

A short lapse at the back let the Pompey side in for an equaliser and the game was finely poised.

Second half was a feisty affair with both sides going hard at it. A mis-timed challenge by the skipper gave the Wanderers a penalty. Jordan came into his own and pulled off a fine save.

The Lee forwards had many more chances before Aiden slotted to put the team 2 – 1 up.

It was a frantic last few minutes before the final whistle was blown and Lee took all 3 points.

Well done and let’s look forward to the cup next week.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/17/011011-lee-rangers-u16-2-2-whiteley http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/17/011011-lee-rangers-u16-2-2-whiteley Mon, 17 Oct 2011 06:32:11 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/17/011011-lee-rangers-u16-2-2-whiteley
Today we were down to 13 and to add to our woes, I had to referee. Whiteley started well and with 905 of the pressure scored to go 1 [...]]]>
Today we were down to 13 and to add to our woes, I had to referee. Whiteley started well and with 905 of the pressure scored to go 1 – 0 up. 10 minutes to go in the first half and a free kick was awarded to Lee outside of the box. A great cross was put in by Tristan and headed home.

Just before half-time Whiteley had a goal ruled out for offside.

Second half started and Lee woke up playing some great football only to be thwarted by some great goalkeeping.

Whiteley then managed to sneak in a goal to take the lead. Last 10 minutes and a 50/50 challenged on the keeper allowed the ball to drop to Dan Lee who smuggled the ball over the line.

The game finished all square and although Lee probably deserved the win it was no more than Whiteley deserved to hang on.

Thanks for all your support today . Well done to the lads who put on another fine display.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/02/011011-lee-rangers-u13-6-2-afc-portchester-royals http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/02/011011-lee-rangers-u13-6-2-afc-portchester-royals Sun, 02 Oct 2011 16:50:00 +0000 http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/10/02/011011-lee-rangers-u13-6-2-afc-portchester-royals
Anyway, we got off to a good start when Drew scored from Joe’s cross followed up by another from Taine.

We were facing some pacey players at the back and had to be alert and aggressive to keep them from attacking our goal. Unfortunately on a few occasions we let high balls bounce too often and Portchester got 2 goals to make it level at HT.

We made a tweak at the interval and talked about being first to the ball and using our wide players more.

Sure enough Taine managed to score 4 more goals, including a cheeky one from a corner to seal the game.

A great 2nd half performance, where once again the lads showed some character to earn the win.

Well done to everyone but especially Travis who got MOTM for his no fear approach to headers.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/25/24911-hayling-2-3-lee-rangers-u13 http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/25/24911-hayling-2-3-lee-rangers-u13 Sun, 25 Sep 2011 16:46:00 +0000 http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/25/24911-hayling-2-3-lee-rangers-u13
Hayling took the lead but Drew equalised to keep us level at HT. In the second half we went ahead with a goal from Taine and seemed to be hanging on as the clock ticked. We weathered a few good corners from Hayling but [...]]]>
Hayling took the lead but Drew equalised to keep us level at HT. In the second half we went ahead with a goal from Taine and seemed to be hanging on as the clock ticked. We weathered a few good corners from Hayling but eventually they equalised.

Simon took a knock and needed some first aid, then Steven hit his head and had to leave the field. The boys were working so hard and fighting for everything, we were pushing forwards desperate to score again. Time after time Hayling battled back but in the end Taine broke free and scored the winner with just a few minutes to go.

I was pleased with the overall performance, it was a real humdinger of a game which made things very exciting to watch.

There is still work to do but they are slowly getting the message about marking and using width.

Man of the man was chosen by the parents and was well earned by Craigo.




]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/24/240911-crofton-saints-panthers-1-5-lee-rangers-u8-whites http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/24/240911-crofton-saints-panthers-1-5-lee-rangers-u8-whites Sat, 24 Sep 2011 14:48:00 +0000 Dave http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/24/240911-crofton-saints-panthers-1-5-lee-rangers-u8-whites
There were some fantastic performances all over the pitch, Adam started up front for us and threatened a few times on the break, just failing to capitalise on some strong [...]]]>
There were some fantastic performances all over the pitch, Adam started up front for us and threatened a few times on the break, just failing to capitalise on some strong determined runs made from midfield by Ben. Adam later played in goal and did not let a ball in the net. Josh remained his dominating force at the back and worked well with his defending counter parts as we continued to switch the team. Cameron played a blinder, very disciplined in defence not letting anyone past him and holding his position well, and then later switching to midfield played an influential role.

James ran his socks off sticking close to his opposition and making some clinical clearances. For much of the time we had Joe in goal, who not only made a vital block towards the second half, but also later came on pitch and never let his player slip away from him. We showed some great passing moves and I was glad to see some of the training pay off. Jadour, our Captain for the game, was his speedy, tricky self, standing out as one of the dominant forces on the pitch and combine well with his team mates.

Allan came on the field after 10 minutes and instantly made a difference to our attacking play, he had some strong runs and a number of balls juggled off their goal line, he then eventually found a way through and hit the back of the net towards the end of the first half.

Paul played the game of his life, never giving up, working hard for his team mates, keeping to his position and passing the ball well. He scored the opener to give as the lead, Crofton Saints then hit back. By half-time however it was 1-3, with Allan and Paul scoring another goal each. We proved too strong for Crofton and continued to control the game, with a powerful penalty from Allan and then Paul clinched that all important goal giving him his hat-trick. The final score was 1 – 5 to Rangers, with Paul Lewis deservedly walking off the field with his head high and receiving the Man of the Match Trophy.

I was a great turn out from the ‘fans’ and a special thank you Kirsty for those well received half time oranges (and end of game celebration sweets!).

Well done everyone.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/24/240911-lee-rangers-u16-2-2-crofton-red http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/24/240911-lee-rangers-u16-2-2-crofton-red Sat, 24 Sep 2011 14:35:00 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/24/240911-lee-rangers-u16-2-2-crofton-red
Lee started very well with Jordan Whiteley in goal. Thomas played at right back with Matt and Tom G in the middle with Craig at Left Back.

Midfield was marshalled by Connor and H [...]]]>
Lee started very well with Jordan Whiteley in goal. Thomas played at right back with Matt and Tom G in the middle with Craig at Left Back.

Midfield was marshalled by Connor and H in the middle with Luke and Tristan on either Flank. Up front we had Aiden and Will.

On the bench this week we had Glenn, Dan and Aiden.

Lee did not start too well and Crofton did play the better football. Towards the latter half of the first period a corner was knocked in by Luke and Tristan rose like a salmon to nod home. Shortly after that a mistake in the back four allowed the Crofton forward to take his chance and we were all square.

Half time came and Will and Thomas were rested for Aiden and Dan. A few moments later and Glenn came on for Luke. He made an immediate impact and put Lee 2 -1 up. The game was end to end and both defences played extremely well. Craig was one of the picks today but MOM goes to Matt Savage who was magnificent.

It was a great spectacle played in good spirit and humour and refereed excellently.
Well done all for a hard fought game.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/17/170911-lee-rangers-u16-7-2-stubbington http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/17/170911-lee-rangers-u16-7-2-stubbington Sat, 17 Sep 2011 14:37:00 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/17/170911-lee-rangers-u16-7-2-stubbington
Lee started very well with Jordan Whiteley in goal and looking like he has been there all of his life. Thomas played at right back with Jack and Tom [...]]]>
Lee started very well with Jordan Whiteley in goal and looking like he has been there all of his life. Thomas played at right back with Jack and Tom G in the middle with Craig at Left Back. All five made the Lee goal very hard to penetrate.

Midfield was marshalled by Connor and Matt in the middle with Luke and Will on either Flank. Up front we had Aiden and Harley who gave Stubbington a hard time.

On the bench this week we had Tristan, Glenn, Dan and H.

Lee started well with a fantastic move and was unlucky not to finish it off with a goal. Stubbington fought hard but the midfield of Matt and Connor was very hard for them to break down. Lee made many more chances but the pick of the bunch was a screamer from Aiden. Harley started off his new found position up front with a hat trick and Lee appeared to be home and dry.

Half time changes came and Glenn and H sured up the middle to the best of their ability. Stubbington scored 2 quick goals to make it 5-2 and then Lee scored another 2 to make it 7 – 2 and a fine win.

Well done all players and if we keep this up we will finish in the top four.

MOM went to Aiden for his wonder goal but the whole team played very well this week.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/10/100911-lee-rangers-u16-1-0-crofton-saints-blues http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/10/100911-lee-rangers-u16-1-0-crofton-saints-blues Sat, 10 Sep 2011 14:30:00 +0000 Steve http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/10/100911-lee-rangers-u16-1-0-crofton-saints-blues
Lee started very well with Jordan Whiteley in goal and looking like he has been there all of his life. Jack played at right back with Matt and Tom G in the middle with Thomas at [...]]]>
Lee started very well with Jordan Whiteley in goal and looking like he has been there all of his life. Jack played at right back with Matt and Tom G in the middle with Thomas at Left Back. All five made the Lee goal very hard to penetrate.

Midfield was marshalled by Connor and H in the middle with Luke and Will on either Flank. Up front we had Dan and Harley who gave the Crofton back four, a torrid time.

On the bench this week we had Craig, Glenn, and new signings Tristan and Aiden.

Lee went close on a few occasions and hit the bar and the post and the Crofton keeper pulled off some stunning saves. Until that is, a flick and a ‘buddy holly’ volley from Harley looped over the keeper for Lee’s first goal. Corners crashed in but the flight of the ball was not watched well enough and we failed to score.

Half time came and Craig made an immediate impact at left back with Tristan joining in at right mid and we cannot believe how his shot never went in. Glenn harried up front and Aiden was tenacious and was unlucky not to score.

All in all a great game played in fantastic spirit and deservedly won by Lee, although Crofton had their chances and will be difficult opposition this season.

Thanks for all of the adult support and I got the boys on camera putting a net up. Good try even if it was upside down.

Well done all of the players , keep it up.

]]> http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/04/030911-lee-rangers-u13-6-3-hayling http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/04/030911-lee-rangers-u13-6-3-hayling Sun, 04 Sep 2011 16:15:00 +0000 Alex http://leerangers.com/blog/2011/09/04/030911-lee-rangers-u13-6-3-hayling
In the 2nd half Taine scored again only for Hayling to reply with a penalty. We seemed to be labouring in midfield although we outnumbered the opposition in that area. Andy suggested a positional change and suddenly we looked dangerous, we had options either side and the play started to flow. Craig made a great run down the left which led to a goal for Taine’s hat trick and then Jordan made a similar move which led to a fourth goal for Taine. We kept the pressure on and Drew scored a cool goal from close range.

However it didn’t go all our way and Hayling pulled one back after a great counter attacking run. Despite our 2 goal advantage the game was in the balance, we needed fresh legs to shore things up so more changes were made and Taine was able to seal the match with a final goal.

A great start to the season against a good side that could pass & move. Particular mentions go to Dom, Alex & Travis who all did well as full backs, Taine who got his shooting boots warmed up, and Joe & Craig in midfield and Michael who kept us in it when we were struggling. However I was very pleased with everyone today, a few rusty moments at the start but we found our feet and finished well.

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