Mourners have paid their final respects to Boston Town stalwart Pete Massam senior. Boston Crematorium was almost full for the funeral service. Pete, whose widow Pam has also been involved with the club for many years, died last month at the age 75. Many current and former players attended the service, including Dave Scotney, NigelContinue reading “Funeral of Pete Massam senior”
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Brigg 1, Poachers 3
By Simon Ashberry Boston Town stormed back from a goal down to book a place in the Lincs Senior Trophy Final. Two-goal Jordan Nuttell typified their fighting spirit as they ultimately overwhelmed their Northern Counties East League opponents. The early skirmishes were relatively even, with the visitors carving out some decent chances on a bobblyContinue reading “Brigg 1, Poachers 3”
Return to Brigg
This week’s semi-final at Brigg Town will be a nostalgic trip for many reasons, writes Simon Ashberry. It’s the first time the clubs have met for 23 years. And for me personally, it will also bring back memories of my first ever published match report – from Boxing Day 1976. I was still at schoolContinue reading “Return to Brigg”
Semi-final preview
It’s been 14 years since Boston Town last appeared in a cup final. That was when they beat Winterton Rangers 2-0 in the Lincs Senior Trophy on a memorable night at Lincoln City’s Sincil Bank stadium in 2009. The Poachers reached the final again 11 years later under Gary Edgley – only for the scheduledContinue reading “Semi-final preview”
New graphics
We’re very grateful to Jason Bernard for designing these new graphics for our social media accounts! You can see more of his work here: JB copesthetic
Melton pitch needs emergency work
This weekend’s away match has been postponed because of the condition of Melton Town’s artificial pitch. Melton have apologised to players, officials and fans of both clubs as emergency work is carried out. Melton Town have issued the following statement: “Unfortunately the club has had to postpone the match scheduled to take place this comingContinue reading “Melton pitch needs emergency work”
Sleaford 2, Poachers 1
Assistant manager Lori Borbely praised his side for putting in a great shift despite losing narrowly to Sleaford. The Poachers were edged out in a tense local derby that could have gone either way.Borbely said it felt like a draw was the least they deserved. Joe Smith put the Greens ahead early on before FraserContinue reading “Sleaford 2, Poachers 1”
Injury update
Harry Limb faces another spell on the sidelines after a recurrence of his back injury. Last season’s top scorer was out for 10 games before returning for 2 substitute appearances. But Limb was forced to miss the 1-0 win against Eastwood after feeling further soreness. Manager Martyn Bunce says it’s too early to say whenContinue reading “Injury update”
Poachers 1, Eastwood 0
By Tom Carter Former Nottingham Forest defender, Larry Lloyd, was spotted supporting Eastwood Community at the Mortgages For You Stadium on Saturday afternoon where Martyn Bunce’s Poachers secured their first win of 2023. Lloyd was part of Brian Clough’s double European Cup-winning sides in 1979 against Swedish champions Malmo and then again in 1980, thisContinue reading “Poachers 1, Eastwood 0”
Funeral announcement
Funeral details have been announced following the death of Pete Massam senior. It will take place at Boston Crematorium at 2.30pm on Friday 3 February, followed by a reception at Boston Town FC.
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