Boston Town made it 4 league wins in a row with a controlled display. They picked up a valuable 3 points on the same ground where they had lost disappointingly in the FA Vase 3 weeks earlier. This time, it was Chris Funnell’s team who were on the front foot early on, Jordan Tate drillingContinue reading “Hucknall 1, Poachers 3”
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Poachers 2, Hucknall 0
Fraser Bayliss celebrated his player of the month award by firing Boston Town into the next round of the United Counties League Knockout Cup. He helped himself to both goals as they avenged their FA Vase defeat to Hucknall 2 weeks earlier. The Poachers were again hit by injuries, with manager Chris Funnell having toContinue reading “Poachers 2, Hucknall 0”
Sporting Khalsa 2, Poachers 0
Boston Town were knocked out of the FA Cup in Tuesday night’s replay despite a valiant effort against higher league opponents. They succumbed 2-0 to Northern Premier League Division One West side Sporting Khalsa. It was a depleted Poachers side that made the long midweek trip to the West Midlands. Matt Cotton, whose stoppage timeContinue reading “Sporting Khalsa 2, Poachers 0”
Poachers 1, Sporting Khalsa 1
Boston Town kept their FA Cup hopes alive with a last-gasp equaliser. They looked to be heading out of the famous old competition as they trailed 1-0 going into stoppage time. But Chris Funnell’s side have a never-day-die spirit – and Matt Cotton headed the leveller in the 93rd minute to send the Poachers fansContinue reading “Poachers 1, Sporting Khalsa 1”
Poachers 4, Newark & Sherwood 1
No wonder Jimmy Greaves used to say it was a funny old game. On Saturday, neither side mustered much in the way of shots on target. So Boston Town fans could have been forgiven for feeling apprehensive when they saw that last season’s top two scorers Harry Limb and Jordan Nuttell would both miss thisContinue reading “Poachers 4, Newark & Sherwood 1”
Newark & Sherwood 0, Poachers 0
Boston Town face an FA Cup replay after a forgettable goalless draw against Newark & Sherwood. Chris Funnell’s side had the better of the few clear-cut chances that were created by either side. Fraser Bayliss shot wide in the first half and the Highwaymen keeper Liam Flitton pulled off a superb save to deny LaytonContinue reading “Newark & Sherwood 0, Poachers 0”
Poachers 2, Newark Town 1
Boston Town snatched a dramatic win against the league leaders. In a crazy finish, Newark Town twice thought they were going to claim all 3 points, only to lose right at the death. The visitors were awarded a 90th minute penalty with the score at 1-1 – but Travis Portas pulled off a superb blockContinue reading “Poachers 2, Newark Town 1”
Ashby Ivanhoe 1, Poachers 2
Boston Town showed great resilience to secure their first league victory of the season. They trailed at Ashby Ivanhoe 1-0 at half-time but came back after the break to win 2-1. The Poachers had the opportunity to take an early lead when they were awarded a penalty in the opening two minutes for a foulContinue reading “Ashby Ivanhoe 1, Poachers 2”
Poachers 2, Kimberley MW 0
Fraser Bayliss reached 80 goals for the club as Boston Town earned a place in the FA Cup Preliminary Round. He went neck and neck with Jordan Nuttell, who also reached the landmark at Wisbech on Tuesday. This was arguably a much more satisfying goal as it set Chris Funnell’s side on course for victoryContinue reading “Poachers 2, Kimberley MW 0”
Poachers 2, Heanor 2
by Simon Ashberry, with additional reporting by Jez Ashberry Boston Town salvaged a draw in a tough opening league game against much-fancied Heanor Town. Chris Funnell’s side started well and thought they’d taken the lead on 13 minutes when Kris Zalusinskis slotted home after Ted Gibbons had hit the post. An offside flag ruled thatContinue reading “Poachers 2, Heanor 2”
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