Boston Town bounced back to claim a famous derby win against their promotion-chasing rivals. Remarkably it was their first home victory in the league since September. Sleaford came into the game full of confidence after inflicting a shock defeat on Lincoln United a week earlier. By contrast, Poachers boss Martyn Bunce was exasperated by hisContinue reading “Poachers 2, Sleaford 0”
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Poachers Cup 2024
We’re delighted to announce the Poachers Cup summer football tournament! If you fancy taking part in a fun, competitive tournament for all abilities, then contact Luke on 07889 763056. Entries will be on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.
Fixtures rearranged
Boston Town’s remaining fixtures for 2023-24 have been finalised – with several games being rearranged. The home game against Ashby Ivanhoe will now be on Saturday 10 February. Our scheduled trip to Pinchbeck United that day will be rearranged for Tuesday 5 March. The away fixture at Kimberley MW will take place on Saturday 9Continue reading “Fixtures rearranged”
Poachers 1, Heanor 3
Boston Town boss Martyn Bunce admits his team’s form is too erratic after they stumbled to a disappointing home defeat. The visitors cruised into a 3-goal lead within the opening 28 minutes. Joe Smith was also shown a red card after an off-the-ball incident to compound a frustrating afternoon. Bunce told Lincolnshire Non-League Radio hisContinue reading “Poachers 1, Heanor 3”
U18s 7, Horncastle 2
Boston Town U18s enjoyed a superb win on a pitch that was very heavy on the legs, Man of the match was Charlie Rigby, who netted 4 goals – but the whole of the front 3 had their shooting boots on. Pat Bad chipped in with 2 goals and Femmi Kisanji was also on theContinue reading “U18s 7, Horncastle 2”
Lincoln Utd Whites 3 Boston Town 5
Boston Town U18s came from behind to earn a superb away win. They went 1-0 down despite having plenty of opportunities early on. The young Poachers made a couple of subs after 30 minutes and then then goals started to flow. Lucas Chester scored with a header from a corner before bagging himself another goal.Continue reading “Lincoln Utd Whites 3 Boston Town 5”
Poachers 2, Eastwood CFC 2
Boston Town suffered injury-time agony as they ended all square against promotion-chasing Eastwood CFC. Martyn Bunce’s side led twice and thought they’d done enough for a first home league win since September. But an Alex Troke effort in the 3rd minute of added time hit the post and crept over the line to earn theContinue reading “Poachers 2, Eastwood CFC 2”
Deeping 1, Boston Town 2
Boston Town made it back-to-back away wins with a gritty derby triumph at Deeping. It was the Poachers’ first victory at the Haydon Whitham Stadium since 2016. Jordan Tate set them on their way to 3 points when his fierce drive into the box was deflected into the net after 8 minutes – his firstContinue reading “Deeping 1, Boston Town 2”
Poachers 1, Lincoln United 2
Lincoln United racked up their 11th consecutive league win to move level on points with Sherwood Colliery at the top of the table. But the Poachers can take heart from a performance which saw them push the Whites all the way. Jordan Nuttell put the hosts ahead after 28 minutes with his 9th goal ofContinue reading “Poachers 1, Lincoln United 2”
Skegness 0, Poachers 1
Boston Town gave their supporters a Boxing Day bonus by snatching an unexpected derby win at Skegness. Last season’s top scorer Fraser Bayliss rediscovered his shooting boots and his second-half goal was enough to secure all 3 points. Bayliss struck his first goal since September just minutes after coming back onto the pitch following aContinue reading “Skegness 0, Poachers 1”