Boston Town bounced back to form in fine style against Winterton Rangers in the Lincs Senior Trophy. Harry Limb notched 4 of the goals as the Poachers gave Martyn Bunce the perfect send-off in his final game as manager. Photographer Steve Davies was on hand to capture the action: Town: Portas, Worthington, Millar (Doran), TateContinue reading “Poachers 5, Winterton 1”
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Message from Bunny
Here’s a farewell message from Martyn Bunce following the announcement of his decision to step down as Boston Town manager and retire from football. I would just like to thank everyone who has taken the time to send me so many wonderful messages. I have been overwhelmed with the response to the club announcement regardingContinue reading “Message from Bunny”
Bunny to retire
Martyn Bunce is stepping down as Boston Town manager. He’s retiring from football after being involved in the game for 40 years. Bunce will take charge for the final time on Saturday (12 October) in the Lincs Senior Trophy against Winterton Rangers. He says he’s decided to finish his football career to spend more timeContinue reading “Bunny to retire”
Rugby Borough 2, Poachers 0
Boston Town bowed out of the United Counties League KO Cup as promotion-chasing Rugby Borough struck twice in the second half of a hard-fought game.. The Poachers fielded an attacking line-up, with Harry Limb, Gregg Smith, Jordan Nuttell and Lucas Dakin all in the starting XI. But that’s now three successive games when they’ve failedContinue reading “Rugby Borough 2, Poachers 0”
AFC Mansfield 2, Poachers 0
Thanks to Steve Davies for capturing the action at Forest Town Arena.
Poachers 1, Ashby Ivanhoe 3
Boston Town suffered back-to-back defeats for the first time since last December. After last week’s 2-1 loss at Hucknall Town, Martyn Bunce welcomed Gregg Smith and Liam Adams back into the starting line-up. Ashby Ivanhoe went into the game without a league win to their credit so far this season – but buoyed by aContinue reading “Poachers 1, Ashby Ivanhoe 3”
Hucknall 2, Poachers 1
Boston Town remain in the United Counties League Premier North play-off places despite slipping to defeat at Hucknall Town. They were without Liam Adams, Gregg Smith and the suspended Lucas Dakin as well as the longer-term injury absentees Zane Millar and Mackenzie Burdass. The visitors found it hard going playing against the wind in theContinue reading “Hucknall 2, Poachers 1”
RIP Allan Crick
We’re very sorry to hear the sad news that our former club secretary Allan Crick has died at the age of 81. He was a big part of the Boston Town set-up for many years, serving as secretary in the 1990s and early 2000s. Allan also served as secretary and treasurer of the United CountiesContinue reading “RIP Allan Crick”
Poachers 1, Harrowby 0
Fraser Bayliss grabbed the winner in an enthralling local derby to move Boston Town up to 3rd in the table. The Poachers showed real character to come away with all 3 points after playing for more than an hour with only 10 men. Martn Bunce faced a defensive crisis and again drafted Lee Beeson backContinue reading “Poachers 1, Harrowby 0”
Lincoln Utd 3, Poachers 0
Boston Town remain in the play-off places despite this comprehensive defeat. Lincoln United were in control throughout and moved to the top of the United Counties League Premier North table with this win. Jaime Ture gave the home side a 6th minute lead after smashing home from the edge of the box after a corner.Continue reading “Lincoln Utd 3, Poachers 0”