by Charlie Fytche Poachers climb into playoff spots with dominant display Boston Town put on a commanding performance at the Mortgages for You Stadium, securing a 4-1 victory over Melton Town to move up to fourth place in the league and into the playoff positions for the first time since the beginning of the season!Continue reading “Poachers 4, Melton 1”
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MATCH PREVIEW: Boston Town v Melton Town
By Charlie Fytche 📅 Date: Saturday, 8 February 8 2025🕒 Kick-off: 3pm🏟 Venue: Mortgages for You Stadium, PE21 9LR🎟 Tickets: Pay on the gate – Adults £7 | Concessions £5 | U16s £3 Poachers aim to extend unbeaten home run against Melton Town Boston Town are back at the Mortgages for You Stadium this SaturdayContinue reading “MATCH PREVIEW: Boston Town v Melton Town”
Poachers 2, AFC Mansfield 1
Two late headed goals sparked a stirring comeback that pushed the Poachers to the brink of the play-off places. The Mortgages For You Stadium was buzzing after Jordan Tate and Richard Ford both scored from corners expertly delivered by Ted Gibbons on his debut. Chris Funnell was left with a depleted squad as the unavailableContinue reading “Poachers 2, AFC Mansfield 1”
60 years: Paul Goodhand
Our 60th anniversary season celebrations continue with more memories from a club legend. Paul Goodhand, who scored 135 goals in his stellar Boston Town career from 2004 to 2014, looks back at some of his highlights. What was your most memorable match playing for the club?The 2009 Lincolnshire Senior Trophy Final. We won 2-0 againstContinue reading “60 years: Paul Goodhand”
Mick Lyon funeral
The funeral of Boston footballing legend Mick Lyon will be on Monday 10 February at 2.45pm. It will take place at Hutcliffe Wood Crematorium, Sheffield, and after at Whirlow Brook Hall, Sheffield. Wearing football shirts will be welcomed for anyone wanting to celebrate a life in football. Tributes to Mick Lyon
Poachers 2, Newark & Sherwood 2
Boston Town’s play-off hopes were dented after they were held 2-2 by mid-table Newark & Sherwood. The Poachers trailed 1-0 at the break after Tyler Dacres scored a superb goal from distance for the visitors. But that was just the precursor to a breathtaking second half which saw the hosts’ leading goalscorer Harry Limb sentContinue reading “Poachers 2, Newark & Sherwood 2”
Poachers 4, Shirebrook 0
Boston Town edged a point closer to the play-off places as they bllitzed struggling Shirebrook. Chris Funnell’s side got off to a sensational start as Jordan Nuttell converted a Harry Limb cross to score one of the fastest goals ever seen at the Mortgages For You Stadium. Darren Trapps, commentating for Lincolnshire Non-League Radio, clockedContinue reading “Poachers 4, Shirebrook 0”
Ted signs for the Poachers
Boston Town manager Chris Funnell says he’s added depth and quality to his squad after signing Ted Gibbons. Gibbons played under him in 2023-24 at Lincoln United and has made a further 21 appearances for the Whites this season. Funnell said: “Ted is a great player and can play in a number of positions butContinue reading “Ted signs for the Poachers”
RIP Mick Lyon
We’re deeply saddened to hear of the death of Mick Lyon, who played for Boston FC’s youth teams in the early days of his football career. The former Boston Grammar School pupil went on to play for Boston United, where he rubbed shoulders with the likes of Derrick Nuttell, John McPherson, Kevin Blackwell, Chris Cook,Continue reading “RIP Mick Lyon”
Belper Utd 2, Poachers 3
Boston Town moved to within one place of the play-offs with this impressive away win. Manager Chris Funnell knew it was a great opportunity for his side because most other United Counties Premier North fixtures fell foul of the wintry weather. The Poachers took an immediate liking to the 3G surface at Eastwood’s Coronation ParkContinue reading “Belper Utd 2, Poachers 3”
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