11^th May 2024 - Stoke Gifford win Les James League Cup sponsored by Boca Teamwear

Jon Palmer

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Stoke Gifford United Captain Ben Shepherd recieves the Les James Cup from League Secretary Mark Simpson, Image courtesy Peter Langley

Stoke Gifford United Les James League Cup Winners 2023-24, Image courtesy Peter Langley

A goal early in each half was enough to secure the Les James League Cup for Stoke Gifford United after a 2-1 win over Hanham Athletic.

Skipper Ben Shepherd gave United the perfect start when he touched in Paul Cronin’s corner from the left less than two minutes into the final, which was hosted by Almondsbury FC.

Mikey Barry caused major problems for Hanham early on and he was denied by the legs of goalkeeper Sam Brown in the 17^th minute as the lead was nearly doubled.

Spike Weaver smashed a long range effort over the bar and Jordan Iwhiwhu fired wide from a good position after a free-kick into the box was not dealt with by the Hanham defence.

Iwhiwhu set up Rudy Hill for another chance in the 32nd minute, but he could only slice his effort off target.

After being forced to defender for most the opening half an hour, Hanham threatened for the first time in the 37th minute when Brandon Barnes’ deft touch took him through on goal, but his low effort rolled just past the right post.

Barry’s low ball evaded Spike Weaver at the far post for United and after another Cronin corner, Barry’s shot was blocked by Joel Athey and the follow-up was well saved by Brown.

Just before half-time Barnes’ free-kick from 20 yards appeared destined for the top right corner, but Oli Gargett flew to his left to touch it over the bar with his fingertips, preserving his side’s narrow lead at the break.

Stoke Gifford United (Blue) v Hanham Athletic (Black/White), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Stoke Gifford United (Blue) v Hanham Athletic (Black/White), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Stoke Gifford United (Blue) v Hanham Athletic (Black/White), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Stoke Gifford United (Blue) v Hanham Athletic (Black/White), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Stoke Gifford United (Blue) v Hanham Athletic (Black/White) - Images courtesy Peter Langley

Stoke Gifford United (Blue) v Hanham Athletic (Black/White), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Stoke Gifford United (Blue) v Hanham Athletic (Black/White), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Stoke Gifford United (Blue) v Hanham Athletic (Black/White), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Stoke Gifford United (Blue) v Hanham Athletic (Black/White), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Stoke Gifford United (Blue) v Hanham Athletic (Black/White), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Stoke Gifford United (Blue) v Hanham Athletic (Black/White), Images courtesy Peter Langley

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Barry added the second less than a minute into the second half, applying a low finish after some skilful play to create a shooting chance for himself.

Hanham’s Paul Coles shot wide on the turn in the 53^rd minute and Weaver had a chance to make it 3-0 in the 72nd, but he could not keep his effort down.

Barnes’ corner was deflected in off a defender in the 73^rd minute to make it 2-1 and set up a tense finish.

Finn Williams had the ball in the net for Hanham, but a free-kick was awarded for a foul in the box and it was chalked off in the 78^th minute.

A final free-kick effort from the left foot of Barnes was touched over by Gargett 10 minutes from the end and Gloucestershire County League runners-up Stoke Gifford saw out the remaining time confidently to round off a highly successful second season at the level.

Stoke Gifford United: Gargett, Tulloch, Hill, Williams, Shepherd, Fagbure, Barry, Garrod, Iwhiwhu, Weaver, Cronin. Subs: Stawrowski, Abraham, Talbot, Taylor, Hodge.

Hanham Athletic: Brown, Gibbs, Athey, Wise, Wathen, Fudgell, Saunders, Simms, Rendall, Coles, Barnes. Subs: Adams, Williams, Wiltshire, Nash.

Referee: Adam Boubrahmi.

1^st May 2024 - Les James League Cup sponsored by Boca Teamwear

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1^st May 2024 - Electronic Programmes

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27^th April 2024 - Avonmouth Champions 2023/24

Avonmouth League Champions 2023-24, Image courtesy Peter Langley

Avonmouth Captain Tommy Taylor being presented with the Trophy by Rob Orchard of Marcliff, Image courtesy Peter Langley

Avonmouth League Champions 2023-24, Image courtesy Peter Langley

Avonmouth (Black/White) v Rockleaze Rangers (Blue), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Avonmouth (Black/White) v Rockleaze Rangers (Blue), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Avonmouth (Black/White) v Rockleaze Rangers (Blue), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Avonmouth (Black/White) v Rockleaze Rangers (Blue), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Avonmouth (Black/White) v Rockleaze Rangers (Blue) - Images courtesy Peter Langley

Avonmouth (Black/White) v Rockleaze Rangers (Blue), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Avonmouth (Black/White) v Rockleaze Rangers (Blue), Images courtesy Peter Langley

Avonmouth (Black/White) v Rockleaze Rangers (Blue), Images courtesy Peter Langley

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17^th February 2024 - Promotion and Relegation

Nigel Meaney

The following clubs have applied for promotion to Step 6 of the National League System for Seaaon 2023/4

• Avonmouth
• Rockleaze Rangers
• Sharpness

The bottom two clubs will be relegated and replaced by the two successful applicants as determined by the Gloucestershire FA (GFA) rules for promotion in the local football pyramid as described in the GFA Handbook Here, on pages 58-59, Regulations of the Association Section 7 - Local Structure (North/South). The background to this process is described in an article on the GFA website Here

Clubs applying to join the league for next season are as follows

Bristol Premier Combination

• DRG Frenchay
• Hallen Reserves
• Totterdown United

Bristol and Suburban League

• Filton Athletic
• Wessex Wanderers

Gloucestershire Northern Senior League

• Brockworth Albion
• Chalford
• Dursley Town
• Longlevens Reserves
• Tredworth Tigers

11^th January 2024 - New Website for League Sponsor - Marcliff

Nigel Meaney

Our sponsors Marcliff have updated their website, check out the site marcliff.co.uk and watch their launch video below.

They can also be found on Facebook Here

29^th December 2023 - Les James League Cup Semi-Final Draw

The Semi Final draw for the Les James League Cup sponsored by Boca Teamwear is as below.

• Gala Wilton v Hanham Athletic
• Stoke Gifford United v Sharpness

Games to be played on the 2^nd March 2024 (Stoke Gifford) and 9^th March 2024 (Gala Wilton)

20^th July 2023 - Pyrotechnics Reminder

WARNING - THE DANGERS OF PYROTECHNICS AT FOOTBALL MATCHES

The potential injuries sustained as a result of someone using a pyrotechnic include:

• Serious injuries, such as loss of limb or fingers
• Severe burns, due to temperatures of up to 2,000°C
• Breathing problems, due to smoke inhalation
• Loss of hearing or sight, because of the explosive power

Action will be taken by the GFA if any club is reported to them by the Referee.

You have been warned.

WARNING - THE DANGERS OF PYROTECHNICS AT FOOTBALL MATCHES

The potential injuries sustained as a result of someone using a pyrotechnic include:

• Serious injuries, such as loss of limb or fingers
• Severe burns, due to temperatures of up to 2,000°C
• Breathing problems, due to smoke inhalation
• Loss of hearing or sight, because of the explosive power

Action will be taken by the GFA if any club is reported to them by the Referee.

You have been warned.