Boston Town have confirmed the signing of “non-league legend” Kallum Smith. Manager Chris Funnell says he’ll be an “unbelievable asset” for the Poachers. “I’m beyond thrilled that Kallum has joined us as a player-coach from Lincoln United,” said Funnell. “He amassed over 550 appearance for that club and is the definition of club legend. “Kal’sContinue reading “Welcome Kallum”
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Kris joins on loan
Boston Town have signed talented young midfielder Kris Zaluzinskis on loan. The 19-year-old arrives from neighbours Boston United until the end of January. Poachers boss Chris Funnell said “I’m really pleased that we managed to get Kris in on loan and firstly, many thanks to Boston United for working with us to make this happenContinue reading “Kris joins on loan”
Poachers 2, Sleaford 0
Boston Town head into their festive break just a point off the play-offs after this Boxing Day derby victory. Having failed to score in their previous 3 outings, the Poachers got their shooting boots back on to claim the spoils at a misty Mortgages For You Stadium. Harry Limb was again the catalyst, poaching 2Continue reading “Poachers 2, Sleaford 0”
Eastwood CFC 1, Poachers 0
Boston Town gave almost as good as they got against leaders Eastwood CFC. Despite the unfamiliar 3G pitch and howling wind, Chris Funnell’s patched-up team acquitted themselves admirably. It was goalless until the 65th minute, with the visitors coming closest to scoring in the first half when they hit the post. But the league leaders,Continue reading “Eastwood CFC 1, Poachers 0”
Poachers 0, Skegness 0
Boston Town’s last home game before Christmas fell flat as they were held by 10-man Skegness. The festive derby was typically fiery and packed with incident – but the one thing it lacked was goals. It was a first 0-0 of the season for the Poachers, who will see this a missed opportunity after theContinue reading “Poachers 0, Skegness 0”
Bourne 1, Poachers 0
Chris Funnell suffered his first league defeat as Boston Town manager as his side were edged out by in-form Bourne Town. It took a second-half penalty to separate these two teams in what was often a tempestuous derby that saw a flurry of yellow cards. The visitors had to play with 10 men for mostContinue reading “Bourne 1, Poachers 0”
Poachers 3, Hucknall 0
Boston Town weathered Storm Darragh to collect another three valuable points in their push towards the play-off places. Chris Funnell’s side adapted superbly to the horrendous conditions at the Mortgages For You Stadium to make it three wins in a row. Hucknall kept Travis Portas busy early on with a flurry of chances as theyContinue reading “Poachers 3, Hucknall 0”
Harrowby 1, Poachers 5
The blazing orange away kit suggested a team on fire – and how Boston Town lived up to that as they claimed an outstanding derby victory. Harrowby had been one of the league’s form teams, having won six and drawn one of seven games until they lost to Lincoln United. They started brightly enough againstContinue reading “Harrowby 1, Poachers 5”
Trio achieve landmarks
Three of Boston Town’s long-serving players have reached personal milestones. The achievements of Lori Borbely, Travis Portas and Luke Wilson were recognised ahead of Saturday’s 2-1 win against Belper United. Top of the tree was Lori, who has become only the second player to reach 500 appearances for the club. Trav and Willo have bothContinue reading “Trio achieve landmarks”
Poachers 2, Belper 1
Boston Town snatched a stoppage-time winner after staging a stirring fightback. They had gone behind just before the break in their first home match for 4 weeks. But Chris Funnell changed his side’s shape at the interval and they were back on level terms after 65 minutes. Harry Limb continued his rich vein of scoringContinue reading “Poachers 2, Belper 1”