By Tom Carter Martyn Bunce’s side returned to league action on Saturday afternoon as 2nd place Anstey Nomads visited the Mortgages For You Stadium. The Poachers hadn’t beaten the Nomads in the league since 1966. In the first half, Liam Adams’ shot dipped just over the bar and about a minute later, Marshall Young didContinue reading “Poachers 0, Anstey 0”
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Poachers end Nomads run
Boston Town halted Anstey Nomads’ run of 10 league wins in a row, stretching back to September. Travis Portas pulled off some fine saves to deny the title-chasing Leicestershire side. It was the first time this season Anstey had failed to score in a league game. Despite the lack of goals, the Poachers will beContinue reading “Poachers end Nomads run”
50 up for Jordan
Congratulations to Jordan Nuttell on reaching the milestone of 50 goals for Boston Town! He brought up his half century with a brace at Brigg Town in the Lincs Senior Trophy semi-final on Wednesday night. Jordan becomes only the 20th player to reach that landmark in the club’s 59-year history. He’s ahead of the likesContinue reading “50 up for Jordan”
Funeral of Pete Massam senior
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”
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”
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