by Jez Ashberry Boston Town mounted a spirited second half fightback on their first league visit to Ashby Avenue for over 30 years. But it proved in vain as Lincoln United showed why they’re widely tipped for promotion back to the Northern Premier League. Former Poacher Joe Smith gave the hosts a 2nd minute lead,Continue reading “Lincoln United 3, Poachers 1”
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Poachers 3, Hucknall 1
The Poachers earned their first win of the season thanks to a rapid start. Layton Maddison grabbed his first ever goal for the club after only 3 minutes, with Fraser Bayliss doubling the lead 4 minutes later. Newly-promoted Hucknall reduced the deficit in the second half with an audacious lob from distance. But Liam AdamsContinue reading “Poachers 3, Hucknall 1”
Poachers 0, Anstey Nomads 0
Martyn Bunce was pleased with the way Boston Town battled their way to a draw against Northern Premier League side Anstey Nomads. His team were up against it when Jason Field was sent off soon after half-time after receiving a second yellow card. Bunce told Lincolnshire Non-League Radio he felt the Poachers could have snatchedContinue reading “Poachers 0, Anstey Nomads 0”
Poachers 2, Deeping 2
Boston Town twice came from behind to earn a point in front of of a bumper derby crowd. Elliot Foster put the visitors in front after half an hour but Fraser Bayliss equalised 3 minutes into the second half. Last season’s top scorer for the Poachers was initially foiled by Deeping keeper Aaron Butcher butContinue reading “Poachers 2, Deeping 2”
Loughborough 2, Poachers 0
Tom Carter reporting from Loughborough University The Poachers could count themselves a little unlucky to come away empty-handed from their first game of the season. Loughborough is one of the toughest grounds to visit in the United Counties League – so to go a goal down after only 3 minutes wasn’t an ideal start forContinue reading “Loughborough 2, Poachers 0”
Poachers 1, Boston United 2
By Tom Carter A Keaton Ward quickfire double resulted in the Poachers losing their first pre-season game of the season at home to Boston United. Football was back at the Mortgages For You Stadium on Saturday afternoon as local neighbours Boston United visited the Poachers to begin pre-season. Both sides were looking to start theirContinue reading “Poachers 1, Boston United 2”
Leicester Nirvana 2, Poachers 3
Boston Town pulled off a remarkable second half comeback to end their season on a high. At the break, they trailed 2-0 and were down to 10 men. Jason Field was sent off for a foul that led to a penalty and the hosts’ second goal. But veteran Lori Borbely came on as a subContinue reading “Leicester Nirvana 2, Poachers 3”
Poachers 2, Selston 0
by Tom Carter The Poachers signed off their home campaign by dispatching bottom markers Selston with 2 second half goals. It should have been more but Martyn Bunce will be happy enough after his side bounced back from the frustration of their midweek defeat at Melton. Boston had several chances in the opening minutes. FraserContinue reading “Poachers 2, Selston 0”
Melton 3, Poachers 1
Boston Town suffered the cruellest of defeats as their energy-sapping schedule took its toll. A 3rd game in 5 days proved just too much for Martyn Bunce’s side. Lee Beeson gave them the lead with a shot from the edge of the box after 71 minutes but Melton inevitably finished the stronger.. Boston had playedContinue reading “Melton 3, Poachers 1”
Heather 0, Poachers 1
by Tom Carter An 18th goal of the season from Fraser Bayliss gave Boston all three points at Heather St Johns after last week’s 3-0 thrashing to Sherwood Colliery, Martyn Bunce’s side travelled to 19th place Heather St Johns who were looking to get a decent result over Boston to try and escape relegation. FourContinue reading “Heather 0, Poachers 1”
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