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Sunday, 14 April 2013 19:31

Peterhead pull ahead despite Fraserburgh fightback

Written by Bill Buchan

Fraserburgh Link-Up	vs	Peterhead BC Colts

U16's ADJFA League B		14/04/2013

Click here for photo gallery This local derby between the two Buchan teams was played with great commitment and effort but at the end Fraserburgh must have walked off wondering how they lost that match. From the kick off Fraserburgh played some good football and soon had the visitors' goalkeeper under pressure. Even playing into the strong wind the Fraserburgh wingmen were getting behind the Peterhead defence and firing dangerous crosses into the box. At this point Peterhead were happy to just clear their lines and fire hopeful balls up to the front men. However as Fraserburgh let the chances go a begging, Peterhead counter attacks started to increase and from a James Penny cutback Liam Hay was in the right place to squeeze the ball home at the near post. A goal definitely against the run of play but you could sense the Blues could inflict more damage with these attacks. In the meantime Fraserburgh continued to have most of the possession but with nothing to show for it. Five minutes later James Penny turned goalscorer for Peterhead with a lovely finish from the right of the six yard line. Just a couple of minutes after that a long ball out of the Peterhead defence caught the home side napping and and left winger Ryan Robertson coolly lobbed the keeper from eighteen yards. As the half-time whistle blew the home side trudged off wondering how they could go in three nil down. Half time: Fraserburgh Link-Up 2-3 Peterhead BC Colts In the second half, with the wind behind them, Fraserburgh continued where they left off. Having a lot of the ball and pressing forward without really having anything to show for their efforts. Peterhead midfield were starting to come into the game and the hard running forwards were increasing giving the home team more work to do at the back even though the home goalkeeper hardly had a save to make. Winger Reese Duncan was Fraserburgh's danger man throughout the match and after sixty five minutes he got his reward when he slipped the ball past the opposing goalkeeper to pull a goal back. A few minutes later Peterhead forward, James Penny was clean though on goal with a chance to kill the match but screwed his shot wide. Home side left back Jason Morrison had to leave the field shortly after that when an accidental kick in the face caused an injury to his nose. He was taken to the local hospital for a check up. As the Fraserburgh pressure grew, forward Scott Gibbons found himself unmarked eight yards out and fired low past the Peterhead keeper for the second Fraserburgh goal. The Brochers really went for it after that. With a couple of chances that seemed easier to score and another shot cleared off the line, they couldn't find that last bit of luck to give them the share of the points. Indeed Peterhead had one last chance to score which brought out a fine save by the home keeper. Full time: Fraserburgh Link-Up 2-3 Peterhead BC Colts An excellent match put on by two very good teams. With goals, chances and individual skills on display, this was an excellent advert for the North East Juvenile football.

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Sunday, 14 April 2013 16:56

Determined Dyce beat Fiery FDS in five goal thriller

Written by Bruce Dryburgh

FDS BC

Dyce BC

Hessell 17
Higgins 21

Simspon 2, 34
Cruickshank 40

U16s ADJFA 'A' League

Westdyke Leisure Centre

13/03/2013

By Bruce Dryburgh
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FDS welcomed Dyce to Westdyke Leisure Centre for what proved to be a very entertaining league tie. The game got off to a flying start and it was Dyce who drew first blood. A goalmouth scramble in the FDS box fell kindly for Rhys Simpson who slid the ball into the back of the net beyond FDS keeper, Daniel Probyn.

However, just seconds after the restart, Dyce were reduced to 10 men as striker, Grant Corbett was sent for an early bath after speaking back to the referee. It would require a great deal of courage and determination if Dyce were to hold onto the lead for the remaining 78 minutes.

The game was beginning to even out and both teams were looking exciting in attack, creating good goal scoring chances. FDS got the game right back in the balance after 17 minutes as Ben Hessell cut in from the left hand side and unleashed a spectacular curling effort that flew past Grant Yeats and into the top corner of the net.

Just moments later and FDS had turned the game on its head and it was Iain Hay-Higgins who claimed his 4^th goal in 3 games after outmuscling Dyce defender, Mikey Duncan he then found himself surrounded by yet more defenders but he crawled his way through before slotting the ball past the helpless Yeats.

FDS continued to build on this lead and almost added to their one goal cushion but Hamish Ritchie’s free-kick didn’t trouble Yeats in the Dyce goal. Higgins then found himself in a glorious position as he looked to be one-on-one with the keeper but Darren Hewitt made an outstanding last-ditch tackle to prevent any further danger. Dyce were beginning to get back into things and their next chance fell to John Bruce but his effort from the edge of the box went over the crossbar. Dyce had a nervy moment at the back on the half hour mark as Ritchie swung in a corner but Yeats couldn’t hold onto it but there was no-one in a yellow shirt to stab the ball home.

Dyce then found an equaliser after 34 minutes after a sweeping, passing move, Simpson got in behind the FDS back line and Craig Mackie couldn’t get back in time to prevent the ball crawling over the line.

Dyce almost regained the lead just moments later in what was a very end-to-end game but Probyn was able to hold onto a well struck free-kick. Just a couple of minutes prior to the half time interval FDS almost took the lead for the second time in the game. Simon Watson went a surging, overlapping run down the right but there was no one in the middle of the box to tap the ball home.

There was yet more drama right on the stroke of half time after Dyce were awarded a dubious penalty as Angus Gibson was penalised for handball. However, this appeared to be a very harsh decision. Nevertheless, you just have to play through these circumstances and Josh Cruickshank stepped up for the away side and kept his cool to slot the ball home and ease the pressure of Dyce as they went into the break holding the lead.

Half time proved to come at the perfect time, leaving the spectators speechless after witnessing a great first half full of goals, sending’s off and a penalty… What else could you ask for?!

Half Time: FDS BC 2-3 Dyce BC

The second half was considerably quieter than the first and a lot less action-packed. Nevertheless, there were still plenty of chances for both teams to add to their tallies. FDS created the first real chance of the second half as Higgins beat 2 defenders before crossing for Hessell but Yeats came out to gather before the ball got that far.

The 2 sides were continuing to search for what would be the all important 6^th goal of the game, however it just wasn’t for coming. Dyce swung in a dangerous free-kick into the FDS area but Mackie was in the right place to clear any danger. FDS went up the pitch again though and created another decent chance for the in-form Higgins. He was clean through one-on-one with Yeats again but the goalkeeper was in magnificent form to deny FDS another equaliser.

The game was really beginning to open up as FDS were searching for another equaliser, which would leave gaps over the pitch for Dyce to exploit. Lewis Alexander had a good chance for the away side but his shot from the edge of the box was blocked well by the home defence.

Just moments after that Dyce had another superb chance to grab a 4^th goal but FDS keeper for the day, Probyn was in fine form to make a terrific double save to keep the goal deficit at just one!

The game was now coming into the last 10 minutes and FDS were beginning to really go for it while Dyce were getting bodies back as they looked to hold out. Watson was impeded right on the edge of the area and FDS were awarded a free-kick in a very dangerous position. Mackie stepped up to take the free-kick but he failed to convert this time. Another chance fell to Mackie just seconds later from a corner that Hessell swung in and Mackie rose highest but his header went agonisingly past the post.

FDS had the final piece of drama in what was a very well contested game as Higgins was clean through yet again but his effort was saved yet again by the inspirational Yeats who may well have saved Dyce on the day and certainly helped them along the way to ensure they went home with all 3 points.

Full Time: FDS BC 2-3 Dyce BC

FDS MOTM: Hamish Ritchie

Dyce MOTM: Grant Yeats

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Saturday, 13 April 2013 20:50

Culter cruise into cup final at a canter

Written by Daniel McKay

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Culter Boys

Albion BC

Milne 11,14
Combe 31,42
McNicholas 63

U16 President's Cup - SF

Skene

13/04/2013

By Daniel McKay
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Culter Boys 16s put in a five-star performance this afternoon to brush aside Albion BC and book their place in the final of the President’s Cup.

In a fiery start to the game which saw tackles flying in left, right and centre, Albion carved out the first chance, Lewis Tait heading wide from a Nikolas Wozniak cross in the fourth minute

The first shot on target came after nine minutes. Albion’s Cameron Pashley went on a run through the middle before passing to Dean Donald on the right. His shot though, was straight at the keeper.

Culter broke the deadlock in the 11^th minute somewhat against the run of play. A superb one-two on the edge of the box put Declan Milne in on goal, and he calmly poked the ball past the keeper to give his side the lead.

Albion almost levelled immediately when a Wozniak long throw into the box had to be cleared off the line. Goalkeeper Blair Conacher got a slight touch as the ball came over, meaning the goal would have counted had it gone in, but Adam Monk was there to scramble the ball off the line.

While Albion were still protesting that the ball had gone in, Culter went up to the other end and nearly doubled their advantage, Milne dragging his shot from the edge of the box just wide.

It wasn’t long until their second goal did come though, and it was Declan Milne again. The striker released Aidan Combe down the right wing, he got to the by-line and cut the ball back for Milne who executed an audacious turn and back-heel to beat the keeper.

Greg Smith had a great chance to make it 3-0 in the 21^st minute, but scooped his effort over the bar at the back post.

A few minutes later, Albion’s Jack Daniel showed tremendous fight and determination to emerge from a crowd of players with the ball in midfield and slide a pass out to Donald on the right, but he could only fire his shot straight at the keeper.

Albion were pushing to get a goal back, and just a minute later Tait burst into the Culter box and unleashed a powerful strike that looked destined for the corner of the net until Conacher palmed it away with a strong hand.

Tait went close again in the 27^th minute, his shot from the edge of the D flying just the wrong side of the post.

On the half hour mark Culter added a third. Smith went on a surging run down the left, riding a number of challenges before entering the Albion box. The Culter defender then looked to have been tackled but won the ball back and played a low ball across goal for Combe to tap in inside the six-yard box.

Half Time: Culter Boys 3-0 Albion BC

Culter flew out of the traps at the start of the second half and made it 4-0 just two minutes after the restart. Aidan Combe got the goal with a high looping from inside the box.

Milne tried to catch out the keeper with a low drive from fully 30 yards in the 47^th minute, but Connon Bain saved well to his right. Four minutes later Combe got the better of a defender on the edge of the box, but blasted his shot high over the bar.

On 52 minutes, Combe looked to have put Milne through on goal, but a fantastic challenge from Pashley stopped the forward getting his shot away.

Culter were well on top by this stage and only a good stop by Bain stopped Stuart McNicholas adding a fifth. Combe jinked past a statuesque defender like he wasn’t there in the 61^st minute, but couldn’t trouble the keeper with his shot.

The final nail in Albion’s coffin was hammered in by McNicholas in the 63^rd minute. The midfielder got on the end of a Zack Griffiths cross and confidently tucked the ball home from close range.

With five minutes to go, a free kick into the box from Albion’s Paul Gee almost went all the way through and into the net. Quick reactions from substitute keeper David Dey kept it out though, and Culter scrambled clear.

The final chance of the game fell to Greg Smith. The Culter defender found himself in space in the box but sliced his shot wide and the referee brought proceedings to a close shortly afterwards.

Albion never really turned up on the day, and they’ll be disappointed to have lost out, knowing they can play much better. Culter though put in a classy and thoroughly professional performance. It was a great team effort but the standouts were Declan Milne and Aidan Combe who terrorised the Albion defence all afternoon. They go through to the President’s Cup final at Pittodrie next month where they will face either Glentanar or Westdyke BC.

Full Time: Culter Boys 5-0 Albion BC

Culter Boys

Albion BC

13. Blair Conacher
3. Michael Holland
12. Adam Monk
5. Stuart Charleton
19. Ross Fyfer
4. Callum Buchan
8. Stuart McNicholas
10. Aidan Combe
9. Greg Smith
7. Christian Lechner
11. Declan Milne
1. David Dey
6. Duncan Craig
14. Declan McGunnigle
16. Paul Weston
18. Zack Griffiths

1. Connon Bain
2. Daniel Inglis
3. Jack Daniel
6. Cameron Pashley
7. Darren Ellis
9. Lewis Tait
10. Dean Donald
12. Nikolas Wozniak
16. Cameron Laird
17. Charlie Scott
18. Paul Gee
5. Dylan McElewee
8. Ross Cordiner
11. Josh Clarkson
15. Cameron Christie

Aidan Combe was a constant thorn in the side of Albions defence. He and Declan Milne always looked dangerous running at Albion.

Connon Bain was under a lot of pressure in the Albion goal, and despite conceding five, made a number of good saves and helped to keep the score down.

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Saturday, 13 April 2013 16:40

Kintore into final with resounding victory

Written by David Reid

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Kintore BC

Dee BC

Cooper 2, 50, 88
Reid 44, 58
Brown 87

U19 Sunnybank Shield - Semi Final

Kintore

13/04/2013

By David Reid
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A convincing display by Kintore on a dry day secured their berth in the final where they await the winners of CBC Hilton or Westdyke. This is Kintore's first final since back at Under 14's age group where they reached two finals in that year, before getting being beat by Dyce and Albion respectively.

Both teams had bodies out for the cup tie with Kintore having two players out due to injury and holidays respectively and one cup-tied, whereas Dee also had a couple of players missing as they only had two players on the bench.

Dee started on the attack and got a corner within a minute which was sent in from the right hand flank by Tyler Tait which was met by Dean Watt who headed it goalwards but it just went over the bar. They were to rue the chance.

From the goal kick Kintore created an attack for themselves and got the opener. Marc Reid threaded the ball into lone striker Lee Cooper who kept his composure before firing it past Ricky Davidson.

In terms of chances the game died down a bit towards the middle of the first half. The game remained full blooded, with both sides receiving cautions.

Just before half time Kintore doubled their advantage. Marc Reid squeezed the ball into the bottom right hand corner.

Half Time: Kintore BC 2-0 Dee BC

Lee Cooper already had one goal to his name and he added a second with another composed finish. The ball was threaded through from Reid once again and Cooper did the rest, firing it low and hard past Davidson.

Cooper was to be part of Kintore's fourth goal as well. His powerful free kick parried by Davidson and it came to Marc Reid, who got inbetween two Dee defenders and squeezed it in to complete a brace of his own.

The in form Cooper then could have notched up another assist after putting in another great ball from the right hand flank. It was met by substitute Rory Gerrard, who flashed his shot over the bar. A few inches lower and it was in.

The game was already put to bed by Kintore and they threw on some substitutions to freshen things up. One of those new additions, Lee Brown, got in on the goalscoring act. Brown's header was appeared to be saved by Davidson, the the ball found its way over the line.

Kintore were then to add one final piece to the jigsaw, after Dee restarted the game and lost the ball in a bad area. The Aberdeenshire outfit made them pay after Lee Brown squared the ball and Cooper lashed the ball home to complete his hat-trick.

Full Time: Kintore BC 6-0 Dee BC

Kintore BC

Dee BC

1. Jordan Garrow
4. Liam Watson
5. David Singer
6. Stuart Wilson
17. Ryan Cameron
8. Lee Cooper
9. Glen Mutch
10. Marc Reid
12. Ewan Mackie
14. Rory Gerrard
15. Ryan Glennie
16. Jack Wood
18. Michael Lamb
19. Lee Brown
20. Brandon Boyle

1. Ricky Davidson
3. Brendan Clark
14. Jack Carle
5. Tyler Tait
6. Jordan Gray
7. Dean Watt
8. Chris McIntosh
9. Dillon Davidson
10. Shaun Torrance
11. Scott Mackie
12. Andy McBain
4. Dean Whyte
17. Matthew Gray

Lee Cooper hit a fine hat-trick, inspiring his team to a convincing victory.

Tyler Tait had that willingness to drive up the park even when the game was put to bed.

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Tuesday, 09 April 2013 12:22

Classy Cove too strong for Banchory

Written by Yan Donald

Cove BC Colts	vs	Banchory BC

Under 17's Soccerworld League B		07/04/2013

Cove BC Colts’ title aspirations are even more realistic with nine games remaining thanks to a sensational victory over fellow league challengers, Banchory Boys. Cove’s number ten slotted the ball home from twelve yards towards the end of the first half which was an early indicator of what more was to come. The win puts Cove on top- six points ahead of Banchory, who have two games in hand. Colts needed victory while Dominic Flaherty and his men knew at least a draw would suit his purposes more than Cove’s manager. However, the blues manager’s tactics didn’t indicate caution, as he used the 4-4-2 formation. In a game full of chances, Cove deserved the three points from what is possibly the biggest game in the SoccerWorld League B era. The blues started brightly at the start, but that was the only period where their passing abilities were illustrated. They were completely outclassed for the rest of the game. Plus they became passive and lacked inspiration which did not help them at all. The Cove manager delighted the home crowd by supporting his players vocally and could have possibly be deemed as their “12th man”. With Banchory losing, the title is possibly in the balance as the blues could win thier games in hand which are against Culter Boys Rovers and Formartine. The Aberdeen-based team’s recent handful of victories, including this one gives Banchory no advantage over them. After Banchory’s early dominance, Cove gradually got into the game and were rewarded with the breakthrough towards the end of the first half. Masson had no chance as the approaching Cove number 10 curled the ball home. Banchory began to rue their chances as Crowe squandered a header and hit the post after cutting inside and bending the ball with his left foot from the corner of the box. Cameron then put Donald through on goal, but only managed to strike the ball straight at the goal keeper. Half Time: Cove BC Colts 1-0 Banchory BC Cove were always going to be strong on the counter attack, as they were quick, tall and aggressive. This proved to be the case as they made it two goals to zero on the 50th minute. Banchory just couldn’t cope with the physical presence of the offence of the opposing team. Cove immediate scored another with another counter attack which killed Banchory’s hopes of at least salvaging a draw. Cove eventually got the fourth on the 70th minute and predictably, it was yet another a counter attack. The Cove attacker smashed the ball which was pushed onto the post by Masson, but then rolled into the net. In the closing moments Cove continued to show no mercy and Banchory just couldn’t find the back of the net. The willingness to get closer to winning that title was the difference between the two sides. Full Time: Cove BC Colts 4-0 Banchory BC

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Saturday, 30 March 2013 21:03

Extra time magic earns Culter spot in final

Written by Kieran Fowler

Dyce BC	vs	Culter Boys

U16 President's Cup - SF	Polo Park	30/03/2013

Author: Kieran Fowler Heavy snow the day before left the match in some doubt but after having the snow cleared in the morning Polo Park was declared playable and two heavyweights of the ADJFA leagues met in the 3rd round of the Presidents Cup. Both teams started slightly nervous but it was the home team Dyce that quickly got on top, knocking it about as best as they could on a bobbly pitch but with no real chance created. Ten minutes in Culter’s Greg Smith nicked the ball off the foot of the attacker and started a quick move from Culter, eight passes later Smith found himself 1vs1 against the Dyce goalkeeper but a tremendous save from Yates stopped the ball nestling in the top corner. The next 5 minutes had Culter all over Dyce and Smith had another opportunity but he placed it wide. A swift Dyce break led to Danny Middler having a shooting chance but his effort just scraped by the post, much to the Culter ‘keeper’s relief. The game went quiet for the next fifteen minutes, the only real standout was the passing of Dyce’s Danny Middler. Out of nowhere a long cross was misjudged by Culters Ross Bryce and Ben Lesley found himself six yards out but somehow managed to place it wide. Half Time: Dyce BC 0–0 Culter Boys The second half got off to a cracking start with Culter’s Callum Buchan striking the post from distance and Dec Milne blazing high and wide from the rebound. A long ball from Culter’s centre back was misjudged by Simpson and Aidan Combe was able to latch on to it, run for 30 yards before slotting coolly into the bottom corner. Soon after Declan Milne spurned another chance for Culter which would have clinched the game. A minute later some good Dyce build up led to a cross in the box which was met by Reece Simpson who powered his header into the back of the net. In the final minute of normal time Dyce managed to work a chance but a terrific last ditch challenge from Holland prevented a late Dyce winner. Full Time: Dyce BC 1-1 Culter Boys The first half of extra time provided little action until Dec Milne sprung free of the Dyce back four and found himself in the box before he appeared to be fouled by Ben Garret, a stonewall penalty not given and Dyce let off the hook. A quiet first five minutes was followed by a stroke of genius. Dec Milne picked up the ball 25 yards out, beat two players before smashing the ball in from 18 yards, nearly taking the net off. Dyce tried but couldn’t muster anything to worry the Culter ‘keeper. In the last minute Paul Weston left the Dyce defensive line for dead with great pace but his shot just inches past the post. Final Result: Dyce BC 1-2 Culter Boys (AET) Dyce MOTM: Danny Middler didn’t misplace a pass the whole game and everything good from Dyce came through him. Did his defensive work brilliantly also. Culter MOTM: Aidan Combe ran his socks off, held the ball up, well scored, an important goal, created plenty of chances and overall had a great game.

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Monday, 25 March 2013 17:18

Peterhead comeback earns cup final spot

Written by Graeme Mackie

Peterhead BC Colts	vs	Banchory BC Lions

Under 15's Stonehaven Cup SF	Raemoss Park	24/03/2013

Playing in freezing conditions and a biting driving wind the Colts played against the wind in the first half and took longer to settle than Banchory, going a goal down within 8 minutes after a long range effort which was wind assisted and hit the back of the net. The Colts the settled with stand-in keeper Taylor Dawson deputising really well and looking confident but were finding the conditions tricky & gradually got into the game with some good link up play that created chances for Paul Duncan and Jonathan Duthie respectively who beat the defence and the Banchory keeper on both occasions only to see their efforts smash against the post. The midfield battle was fierce and Drew Marshall, Greg Cadger and James Stephen were up for the challenge despite being on the receiving end of some strong challenges. Banchory were threatening in their play but the Colts defence of Nathan Stuart, Aidan Buchan, Steven Summers and Charlie Spellman were equal to the test and the Colts saw out the half well despite being a goal down. Half Time: Peterhead BC Colts 0-1 Banchory BC Lions After a positive half time team talk the Colts emerged for the second half determined to take the game to Banchory and they did just that straight from the whistle as Greg Cadger tested the keeper from the half way line that almost caught out the Banchory keeper. The Colts were creating chance after chance and some good link up play between Charlie Spellman and Jonathan Duthie saw a goal line scramble which the Colts failed to capitalise. A series of corners followed with Liam Mackie putting in some brilliant deliveries. Paul Duncan was unlucky to not have scored but the Colts couldn’t make the pressure pay. The Colts subbed Paul Duncan for Sean Douglas who combined well with Jonathan Duthie and both were unlucky not to get on the scoresheet after creating chances for themselves. The Colts were now camped into Banchory's half and Taylor Dawson was a mere spectator in the Colts goal. After some good work by Charlie Spellman and Drew Marshall, the ball broke to Greg Cadger who rifled a shot from 35 yards off the post, it seemed that it may not be the Colts day and some dogged play by James Stephen saw him play a channel pass to Liam Mackie who put in a back post cross that just eluded Jonathan Duthie. After a good hard shift from James Stephen who he was then subbed for Ellis Roberts which proved vital in its timing, Ellis was on the pitch for a matter of minutes when the ball broke to him 30 yards out and he looked up and hit a high looping strike which sailed over the Banchory keeper and into the net to level the match at 1-1. The Colts continued to dominate and had chance after chance to get the winner, but it ended 1-1 and extra time followed. Full Time: Peterhead BC Colts 1-1 Banchory BC Lions With the Colts now playing into the wind again and a few tired legs the Colts freshened it up with Jordan Ferrari and Andrew Reid coming on for Charlie Spellman and Liam Mackie respectively who both had done a good job for the team. Yet again in the first half of extra time they took the game straight away to Banchory and within four minutes the Colts were ahead. Nathan Stuart won a solid tackle, then a great through ball by Ellis Roberts found Jonathan Duthie who was desperately unlucky not to have scored on previous occasions. He was strong to hold off the Banchory defender and cut across his man and shot a fierce strike passed the keeper to make it 2-1. Banchory were being limited to long balls and were beginning to look tired but still were threatening with the wind helping them. In the second half of extra time the Colts continued to dominate. Substitute Paul Duncan and Sean was playing well down the left and Sean got to the byline to cross into the box but his effort come off the back post and the keeper eventually collected the ball just as the Colts players stopped as they thought the ball was in. The Colts midfield of Drew Marshall, Ellis Robbers, Jordan Ferrari and Greg Cadger were playing with confidence, giving Banchory no time on the ball and the Colts defence too remained solid as Nathan Stuart, Aidan Buchan and Steven Summers were defending well and were helped by fresh legs and the physical presence of Andrew Reid too who was battling away. A few late chances fell to Banchory who were looking for the equaliser that they barely deserved. A free kick late on at the edge of the box came to no avail and the ref blew for full time to the joy of the Colts and their supporters who braved the freezing conditions. AET: Peterhead BC Colts 2-1 Banchory BC Lions This is a great achievement for the team, of which are all local boys from the Peterhead area in reaching their first ever final which they thoroughly deserved it with a great battling & dominating display against an A-League team. A very well done lads from the management duo of Ally Marshall and Graeme Mackie, as well as the team coaches of Scotty Bruce and Bill Buchan!

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Monday, 25 March 2013 15:00

Morrison's luck turns as Byron win

Written by Craig Barry

Byron Rovers BC	vs	Bridge of Don

Under 15's ADJFA C		24/03/2013

Both teams were up for the game after a long layoff, and the early action came from the midfield as both teams looked to attack. Bridge of Don pressurised the Byron goal with a free kick well defended by the wall, and the resultant corner came to nothing as they seeked the first goal. Byron had the next attack when the right winger challenged for the ball with the Don goalkeeper. The ball broke to the Byron forward whose shot narrowly missed the target. Half Time: Byron BC 0-0 Bridge of Don Ten minutes into the second half, Byron were awarded a penalty. Shaun Morrison stepped up and scored low to the keeper’s left hand post to put Byron 1-0 to the good. Fifteen minutes later, Murray Allan collected the ball on the left of the 18 yard box and beat three players before passing the ball to Shaun Morrison who scored his second with a far-post finish. Bridge of Don changed tactics by playing three in defence as they tried to look for a way back into the game, but to no avail as the referee blew his whistle for the final time. Full Time: Byron BC 2-0 Bridge of Don

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Monday, 25 March 2013 14:31

Second half goal flurry edged by Peterhead

Written by Louise Cardno

Peterhead Pheonix	vs	Banchory BC Swifts

Under 14's ADJYFA B	Ugie Park	24/03/2013

Both teams turned up to play on a bitterly cold and very windy day for football but after the many weeks of bad weather it was just good to finally get a game of football played. By kick off the wind had dropped a little and both teams started off looking for the first goal. Both teams were playing some great football and were evenly matched there was a good few chances at goal. Peterhead's number 15 was very unlucky not to score after his shot beat the keeper and looked goal bound only to be cleared off the line in the nick of time by a Banchory player. The half-time whistle went with the match still goalless. Half Time: Peterhead Pheonix 0-0 Banchory BC Swifts Banchory were the first to break the deadlock in the second half with a quick goal within the first minute after the number 3 caught Peterhead's defence off guard and slotted it comfortably past the goalkeeper 1-0. The first goal seemed to wake everyone up and the game started to pick up pace. Peterhead were awarded a free kick from 25 yards out and the number 15 was unlucky to see it hit the crossbar. Peterhead finally pulled it back to 1-1 after the number 15 again ran down the wing and crossed over into the back post for the number 3 to slot it past the Banchory keeper. Banchory continued to keep the pressure on and this was rewarded when one minute later a long ball up the park was picked up and put past the goalkeeper. This seemed to have some affect on Peterhead as they started fighting for every ball and were now enjoying the biggest share of possession. Shortly after, Peterhead's number 17 fed a ball through the middle that was picked up by 15 who finished well to make it 2-2. Both teams continued to play some excellent football and it looked very likely that the match would end on a draw but Peterhead were not going to settle for anything but a win and in the 69th minute the number 3 set up number 15 to make it 3-2 and a win for the Phoenix. Both teams deserve praise for playing the game in strong winds and freezing conditions but Peterhead were glad to pick up another three points, keeping them on track to keep moving up the B grade table to 3rd place with games in hand. Full Time: Peterhead Pheonix 3-2 Banchory BC Swifts

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Sunday, 24 March 2013 23:27

Late winner caps superb Fraserburgh comeback

Written by Caron Barbour

Byron Pumas	vs	Fraserburgh Link-Up

U13 ADJFA - League C	Woodside Park	24/03/2013

A very cold morning at Byron's Woodside pitches saw Fraserburgh Link-Up visit in a league match. Byron started the match strongly, catching the Broch defence sleeping with a great through ball to their main striker who stroked the ball past Jamie Bruce in the Fraserburgh goal to make it 1-0. Fraserburgh equalised after being awarded a penalty for a push in the back on a Fraserburgh forward. Darren Anderson calmly slotted the resultant penalty past Byron keeper Liam Angus making it 1-1. Both teams picked up the pace of an evenly matched game with Byron's Caleb Barbour striking the Fraserburgh crossbar and Jordan Gorman giving Fraserburgh all sorts of problems in midfield. And it was Byron who took the lead again with another quick counter attack leading to another 1 on 1 with the Broch keeper which the Byron attacker Steven Muir fired into the net. The away side continued to make chances with Ryan Sargent making surging runs against the Byron full back, with Jamie Park and Arron Masson both spurning chances for the Broch. Byron showed their strength with some great play in midfield ending up with another goal to make their team go into a 3-1 lead. However, Fraserburgh weren't about to give up in a game which was a great advert for their league. Dylan Ritchie made a defence splitting pass, playing in Jamie Park whose shot rose over the Byron keeper into the net 3-2. Half Time: Byron Pumas 3-2 Fraserburgh Link-Up Both teams started the second half eager to win the match with Fraserburgh continuing to press the Byron defence and the home keeper making some fine saves. Eventually Fraserburgh scored the equaliser with a great goal from Callum Wilton which the Byron keeper got a hand to but couldn't keep out. The score was 3-3 and the match hung in the balance. With neither team willing to give in and Fraserburgh pressuring the Byron defence it was the visitors who scored in time added on to complete an amazing comeback. Callum Wilton scored his second of the game from the corner of the 18 yard box, calmly beating the keeper to send the Fraserburgh team celebrating three points. A cruel blow to Byron who had put so much into the game to see it snatched from them in the dying minutes. Full Time: Byron Pumas 3-4 Fraserburgh Link-Up Byron Pumas MOTM: Steven Muir Fraserburgh Link-Up MOTM: Shaun Jappy

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Sunday, 17 March 2013 16:41

Albion into final after Dyce derby victory

Written by David Reid

Albion BC

Dyce BC

Slater 47
Cheyne 54
Morrison 68

Milne 50
Ritchie 65

U14 SYFA Challenge Cup - S/F

Crombie Park

17/03/2013

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SYF Cup Semi Final In the match programme Neil Paterson, the SYFA North Region secretary quoted "There is a mouth watering prospect of a fantastic football match in prospect." And with the second half showing it proved just that. All the goals came after the break and two great free kicks from Albion won the game.

Both teams have a fantastic history in the past 20 years, with numerous national final appearances. Albion have now reached their 13th final in as many years - winning 7 of them. Dyce are not far behind with 4 wins to their credit.

Last season Dyce won three times against their bitter rivals this is the first time this season these teams have met. Albion took first blood and sealed it with a Scottish Cup final. Albion were also able to keep up their run of scoring no fewer than 3 goals in all their Scottish Cup games this season.

The game started at a frantic pace with both sides going at each other from the off and if Cammy McArthur was a bit more composed he could have tested Albion goalkeeper Cameron Jarvie. However, he decided to hit the shot first time and it went wide of the target.

McArthur did test Jarvie after that with a curling free kick which the keeper caught. The goalkeeper then set Albion off on an attack of their own after his long kick found Oscar Slater who then ran into the penalty before trying his luck. However, Morgan Cook in the Dyce goal was alert to turn it away for a corner.

Albion seemed to be dominating Dyce and a great ball in by Mitchell Cheyne on the left hand side was met by Jordan Sangster in the box. Despite jumping above the Dyce defenders he flashed his header just wide of the right hand post.

The final chance of the half fell to Dyce's Elliot Byers who tried his luck with a 30 yard drive, but it went straight at Cameron Jarvie.

Both sides went into the break with the deadlock remaining intact and all to play for after the break.

Half Time: Albion BC 0-0 Dyce BC

SYF Cup Semi Final The second half was to be a very different story with both teams opening up. There were chances at both ends and there was bound to be a goal shortly. It was a rainy afternoon and both teams can be praised for playing good football in difficult conditions.

Albion took the lead through Oscar Slater. Jordan Reid came off for Tyler Ogston at half time and Ogston was to provide the assist for the goal after he sent an inviting ball in from the left hand side which was met by Slater who nodded the ball into the net, jumping highest above the Dyce defenders.

Dyce were hungry to get back into the game and last season's treble winning side got what they wanted which was an equaliser. The boys in blue and white went into Albion's territory and Josh Milne skipped past two Albion defenders before rounding Jarvie and slotting the ball home.

Albion then regained their lead in stunning fashion. A 50 yard Mitchell Cheyne free-kick, from just beside the dug-outs, skipped passed everyone and keeper Morgan Cook was unable to react, which saw the Albion coaches jumping off their feet.

In terms of attacks it was back and forth end to end and Dyce nearly equalised for the second time. Josh Milne tried to grab his second of the game but a good block by Jamie Hay denied the prolific striker and Albion cleared the ball to safety.

Dyce did grab their their leveller after they threatened Albion once again and the home defence failed to clear the danger. Cory Ritchie was on hand to pounce, knocking the ball low and hard past Jarvie.

Extra time looked to be on the cards but there was another twist remaining. Albion were awarded a dangerous free kick 25 yards from goal. Liam Morrison stepped up to find the bottom right hand corner which was a terriffic strike by the midfielder, with Albion's support going ecstatic once again.

Referee Kelly Kyle then blew the final whistle on a great contest with Albion absolutely delighted and over the moon. Dyce were disappointed and the moment the whistle blew they went straight to the ground.

The 50 yard goal hero Mitchell Cheyne was delighted with his teams performance saying "We've got a team capable of challenging for things, lucklily my strike went off the right hand post and in because it was a great strike."

Full Time: Albion BC 3-2 Dyce BC

Albion BC

Dyce BC

1. Cameron Jarvie
2. Andrew Donald
3. Craig Armstrong
4. Jamie Hay
5. Fraser Gordon
6. Mitchell Cheyne
7. Jack Odlin
8. Lewis Paton
9. Tyler Ogston
10. Jordan Sangster
11. Liam Morrison
12. Josh Bolton
14. Oscar Slater
15. Greame Cochrane
16. Finlay Johnston
17. Jordan Reid
18. Mantus Mickevicius

1. Morgan Cook
2. Craig Gill
3. Campbell Marr
5. Cameron Duncan
6. Cory Ritchie
7. Kalvin Mundie
8. Ryan Silvers
9. Josh Milne
10. Cameron McArthur
11. Liam McDonald
12. Owen Kinsella
14. Ewen McGregor
15. Dylan Mundie
16. Ally Naysmith
17. Elliot Byers
18. Lachlan Wood
19. Ewan Brown

Jack Odlin didn't score however put in a committed performance and kept running at defenders.

Josh Milne took his goal well and could have added more to his tally.

Brian Winton, President and Coach Albion BC, said: "That's our 13th final in 13 years and that was our target. We knew this'd be a tough game, Dyce are one of the best sides in the tournament. We beat Hutchie, last year's winners, which was a big scalp and you could count today as just as big a scalp. We scored some terriffic goals especially the two free kicks, it was textbook stuff."

Gordon Leslie manager Dyce BC said: "Albion fully deserved to win the game on the day they had the better attitude so good luck to them in the final. I think some of our players thought it was a case of turning up and winning after some of the scalps we gave Albion last season, hopefully it's a big learning curve for us."

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Tuesday, 12 March 2013 18:32

Courageous Stonehaven stun Cove with late goals

Written by Richard Thomas

Stonehaven YFC	vs	Cove Rangers

U19 ADJFA 'A' League	Stonehaven	09/03/2013

The coaches of Stonehaven Youth FC Under 19's had nothing but praise for the lads who dug deep for 95 minutes to come back from two goals down against local rivals Cove Rangers to win 3-2, courtesy of 3 goals in the last 10 minutes of the game. However it did not come as a surprise to manager Graeme Reid and coaches Richard Thomas, Chris Walker and Keith Simpson, who have believed all season that this group of lads are capable of competing with the best in the 'A' League. The game got underway at a high tempo with early pressure being applied by Cove Rangers and the deadlock was broken after 6 minutes when a defensive clearance was blocked and landed nicely from the Cove striker to put away from the edge of the 18 yard area. After the goal Stonehaven got more into the game and came close to equalising after a good forward pass from Stuart Hamilton to Craig Frater who made a driving run down the right wing and placed a low cross into the 6 yard box but the ball was just behind striker Cameron Reid and the chance was gone. The half time whistle went and at 0-1 both teams were very much in the game. Half Time: Stonehaven YFC 0-1 Cove Rangers The second half started at the same high tempo and there were a few tired legs out they and changes were required to freshen it up and all 5 subs were used by Stonehaven. The danger was that the balance of team would be affected but the lads that came on for Stonehaven carried on the hard work and the lads that went off had deserved a well earned rest. The game was very competitive and both teams were pushing for the second goal of the game and on 75 minutes it came for Cove Rangers with a cross converted at the front post. At 0-2 there is always the possibility after all that hard work to be disheartened but Stoneheaven continued to try and play the ball and looked for the opening. It came with a well worked free kick by Jack McWilliam on the right hand side and bundled in by striker Fraser Macintosh who had just come on. Two minutes later it was all level with a well taken conner by McWilliam again and striker Cameron Reid volleyed from 8 yards when the ball dropped nicely. The game was still end to end but on 92 minutes Stonehaven found what proved to be the winner when Reid scored his second of the day when he converted a cross from the left with a volley. The last 3 minutes Cove pressed for the equaliser but Stonehaven held firm for the remaining 3 minutes to claim 3 well earned points. There is a lot of hard work that goes on behind the scenes at Stonehaven YFC and in its 26th year has recently achieved the SFA Quality Mark Status. However a performance like this makes all the hard work worth it. Well done lads! Full Time: Stonehaven YFC 3-2 Cove Rangers

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Monday, 11 March 2013 15:35

Cults advance in national cup after Grove win

Written by Michael Colville

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Grove Academy

Cults Academy

O’Donnell 51

Robertson 57

Cotharls 15, 20, 68

Ross 16

Wilkinson 47

U13 SSFA Shield - R4

Dawson Park

7/03/2013

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Cults vs Grove Lloyds TSB Scotland U13 Shield U13 Cults Academy advance into the next stage of the Lloyds TSB Scotland U13 Shield a 5-2 win, despite the score line it was a highly contested game.

Cults looked dangerous early on. A Cults player used some great pace to get down the wing. He made it to the left corner of the field and tried to send a ball into the box but Taylor Berry intercepted it well. A minute later Cults Ac. had another chance when a Cults player was nearly played through on goal, but Ross Jamieson made a great tackle.

Grove made their first attack in the 3rd minute. Euan Snedden plays it to Andrew Lyall who then did a one two with Cameron Steedman. Andrew Lyall then looked to play a ball into the box but he was tackled.

Grove had a free kick in the 5th minute. The ball looked dangerous as it was fired into the box but a Cults defender managed to header it clear. In the 7th minute a Cults player came close to scoring with an impressive overhead kick from just outside the box but it went narrowly over the bar.

Andrew Lyall showed some great skill with another fantastic touch, he controlled the ball well and sent it up to Zack Robertson who then won a corner kick. The corner was taken in the 8th minute, it was played straight across the face of the goal but no one could touch it into the net.

Cults Academy scored in the 15th minute. Cults attacked very quickly with some fast passing moves up the field, Ryan Cotharls was then played through the defence and then tapped it around the keeper making it 1-0.

A minute later, Cults were 2-0 ahead. In the 16th minute Ben Ross controlled the ball well just outside the box. He then struck the ball towards goal and it went straight into the top corner, the keeper had no chance of reaching it.

In the 18th minute the Grove keeper made a great punching clearance in the box, but he then went down with an injury. He looked like he hurt his leg whilst clearing the ball. After being treated he got up fine.

In the 20th minute Cults seemed to be too far ahead to catch as they got a third goal. The ball was sent to the back post where Ryan Cotharls was running in. He controlled the ball at his feet and put it past the keeper making it 3-0 to Cults Academy.

Adam O’Donnell made a great sliding interception in the 23rd minute, breaking up a dangerous Cults attack. Cults were soon pressuring the defence again though when a long ball sent to a Cults player, the player shot towards goal but Callum Byres made a great diving save.

Jack Ferrier made a great run down the wing beating a Cults player. He looked to keep going past another but the Cults defender made a strong tackle. Grove kept pressing the Cults defence looking to get back into the game but they couldn’t get through. When the half time whistle blew, the teams left the field with the score at 3-0.

Half Time: Grove Academy 0-3 Cults Academy

Cults vs Grove Lloyds TSB Scotland U13 Shield U13 When the second half kicked off, Grove looked eager to attack. Matthew Couttie went through the defence in the 40th minute but a Cults defender stopped him with a last ditch tackle.

In the 47th minute, Cults Academy made it 4-0. Aidan Wilkinson went past a Grove defender and then slipped it past the Grove keeper.

Grove kicked off and they still hadn’t given up on the game. They moved the ball up field straight away, searching for a chance to score. Jack Ferrier had a shot at goal in the 48th minute but the Cults goalkeeper made a great save.

Groves hard work paid off in the 51st minute, Adam O’Donnell made it 4-1. O’Donnell put it past the keeper and sparked some hope in the team.

Mark Smith came close in the 55th minute when he sprinted towards the Cults box and took a shot at goal, but his attempt hit the cross bar. Grove started to look dangerous when attacking and could score again.

Zack Robertson scored in the 57th minute for Grove making it 4-2. Robertson burst down the wing then cut in towards the box. He struck the ball towards goal and it went into the top corner.

Grove had a corner in the 60th minute. The ball was swung into the centre of the box but the Cults defence managed to scramble the ball clear. Both teams were fighting hard for possession, the ball was being sent back and forward as Grove looked to try and equalise and Cults tried to increase their lead.

Cults scored again in the 68th minute. Ryan Cotharls was having a great game and he topped it off with a hatrick. Cults had a free kick and Cotharls stepped up to take it. The players came up with a clever set piece. Two players stood in front of the ball, they both separated just before Cotharls was about strike the ball. The free kick was successful as Cotharls shot dipped nicely into the top corner.

Soon after the final whistle blew, Cults Academy’s impressive display led them into the next stage of the Lloyds TSB Scotland U13 Shield. Grove played well and their second half performance was good to watch

Full Time: Grove Academy 2-5 Cults Academy

Grove Academy

Cults Academy

Andrew Lyall was my man of the match because he showed some impressive skill through the game. His skillfull touches created some good chances.

Ryan Cotharls was my man of the match because he scored an impressive hat trick, and his creative free kick could have easily been the best goal of the game.

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Monday, 11 March 2013 14:14

Colony Park progress after Banchory goalfest

Written by Derek Wood

Banchory Boys	vs	Colony Park

U17 Raymond Kelly Assoc' Cup	Milton Park	09/03/2013

B league leaders Banchory had home advantage against A league Colony Park in this Under 17 Semi Final. Banchory had already disposed off A League opponents Lewis United in the previous round whilst Colony Park had knocked out Scottish Cup holders Albion BC. Colony had the stiff breeze at their backs as the game kicked off at a bitterly cold Milton Park. Banchory keeper Masson was alert to some early pressure as Colony pushed for the opener. With 5 minutes on the clock Colony were awarded a free kick 20 yards from goal. Duguid kept his shot low and Masson could only parry the ball and Dawson was alert to knock home the rebound to give the visitors an early lead. The visitors almost made it two when Duguid broke free down the right and fired in a great ball across the face off the goal, Wood just failed to make contact sliding in at the back post. Milne then went close for Banchory heading a corner kick delivery just wide. Banchory were then awarded a free kick 20 yards out Milne struck it high into the breeze, to all watching it seemed to be going over the cross bar but dipped in the breeze and dropped over Garden in the Colony goal. Banchory got a lift and with their next attack Flaherty floated a ball forward to Marnoch who got behind the defence, Garden got a hand to the ball but there was enough power in the shot to carry over the line and Banchory were 2-1 up. Only a close offside call prevented Marnoch the opportunity to make it 3- 1. Colony then equalised on the 38th minute when Kennedy and Burr combined down the right and Burr cut the ball back for Watson to pick his spot. It was to be 3 -2 to Colony at the break Lawrence guiding home a header from a Kennedy cross. Half Time: Banchory Boys 2-3 Colony Park Banchory had an early chance at the start of the second half but the cross was too strong. Colony then scored twice as first Watson latched on to a loose ball at the edge of the area and then Wood found space and the ball was played to Lawrence who hit a rocket into the top corner. The whirlwind start to the 2nd half had rocked Banchory and the game settled down. Banchory were seeing plenty off the ball but could not breach a well drilled Colony team. On the 73rd minute Milne won a header from a corner the loose ball falling to Brimmer who volleyed the ball home. Watson almost got his hat-rick as a shot from him hit the post but he was not to be denied with minutes left as he fired in from the edge of the area once more to seal Colony’s place in the final. A terrific game played in great spirit, Colony just proving to be too strong for their B League opponents. Banchory still have a lot to play for as they look towards securing the league title in the coming weeks. Whilst Colony have the cup final and the semi final of the Noskab Trophy to come. Full Time: Banchory Boys 3-6 Colony Park

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