TAJFC 4 - 3 Rawcliffe (Under 13's)

Great result in our Friendly against Rawcliffe today, especially considering that Rawcliffe went the whole season unbeaten last year and were Division Champions.

I'll be in touch over the next 24 hours to tell you who is in the squad for Tuesday night. As I mentioned today - tons of games to play and I'm aware that some people are unavailable for parts of the season - please bear this in mind it you aren't in the squad on this occasion.

Man of the Match - Hazza Hardy for stepping into the breach and being our emergency goalkeeper 25mins after landing at Leeds Bradford Airport!

Kindergarten U7/U8 2011 - Riverside School

As many of you are aware, Saturday Morning Training at Riverside School has continued over the Summer Holidays.
When primary school restarts again in the next few days, you may have friends and acquaintances, who have children looking to join a local Junior Football team.

Please pass on details of Tadcaster Albion JFC and ask them to come down to Riverside on Saturday mornings in the coming weeks.

We are having a full “Registration Day” for new joiners on Saturday 4th September between 9:45am and 11:00am.

As a Club with the highest level of F.A. Charter Standard, we have plenty of capacity for new joiners in Mini-Soccer.

Nick Brown 07778 993896 nickbrown@btinternet.com

Andy Charlesworth 07525 198966 andy.charlesworth@moularuk.com

Sharon Conway 07720 426073 sharon_conway@uk.ibm.com

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TAJFC U13 v Rawcliffe 5th September 2010

Firstly, thanks to those who were able to make it to the First Annual Riverside Tournament yesterday. We had a great day and got in some valuable ‘matchtime’.

Thanks again to Mr M Jackson, who worked tirelessly in the hours prior to kick-off to get the goalposts up (not an easy task!) and to Compo & Clegg who had a ride around in their wheelbarrow.

We’ll be playing Rawcliffe Warriors at home on Sunday 5th September 10:30am.

For those who have them (watch this space, Charlie, Oli & Jamie), please wear your dark blue Parson B training top and blue undershirt for this match. – Thanks.

Training has now moved permanently to 5:50pm – 7:10pm on Friday nights at Riverside School. Lifts to Scouts or destinations up the A64 are available as the nights draw in….;

Any problems, please let me know as soon as poss. Here’s to a great season for TAJFC U13’s.

NB
07778 993896.
01937 832443

Directions To Beckwithshaw - U13's 22nd August 2010

TAJFC U13's start their season in earnest with a trip out to the beautiful countryside around Harrogate, this coming Sunday 22nd August. We have a match against Beckwithshaw at their ground off Pennypot Lane. The postcode for the ground is HG3 2GA. I would advise the easiest route is to either go through Wetherby and cut across to the Leeds Road in Harrogate or take a slightly longer route up the A1 - exit on the A59 westbound (avoiding Knaresborough) - maps are shown above. Kick-off is a leisurely 1:45pm and we have unlimited subsitutes. Would be great for as many people as possible to make it - especially those who will be away immediately before the first league games. I will have 3 spaces in the limo should anyone require a lift in either direction with Joel and I. Ready to rumble at 1:20pm please. My mobile is 07778 993896 and the Beckwithshaw's manager's name is Roy Blair on 0787519938

Full directions can be found here:

http://www.multimap.com/directions/?qs_1=LS24+9LD&countryCode_1=GB&qs_2=HG3+2GA&countryCode_2=GB&mode=driving&optimizeFor=time&mapData=915

U13's Training - 11th August 2010

Tad Albion vs USA U21 - 4th August 2010 - FREE ENTRY FOR JUNIORS

Tadcaster Albion are playing a USA U21's Team at home on Wednesday 4th August 2010 - 7:30pm kick off.

***ALL Tadcaster Albion Junior Players get free entry***

There is also some live music at half-time and full time with food and soft drinks available. This should be a fantastic night of football and a great chance to acquaint yourself with our superb senior team. For those who haven't visited The Park - it's at the back of Sam Smith's Brewery, off Tadcaster Main Street (ample parking)

It would be great if the Junior players could turn out in their yellow and blue team shirts.

Any queries, please get in touch on 07778 993896 or nickbrown@btinternet.com

Nick Brown

Kindergarten, U13's Manager and Club Treasurer.

Tad Grammar Match Report from Paul Hick

Calling All Under 10's - Season 2010/11

Calling All Under 10's - Season 2010/11 !

Would you like to join our team at Tadcaster Albion JFC? (Minium age 8 on 31st August 2010)

If so, please contact Andy Scott on 0777 3233856 or Andy Charlesworth on 07525 198966.

U10's & U12's Training 30th June

York Press - U12's Players win League

From Mr Solk:
"Congratulations to the Year 7 Boys Football Team from Tadcaster Grammar School for winning the York & District Football League. The boys were undefeated in their League campaign, winning their South West section. In the Final League play-off they beat All Saints 2-1 with goals from Joel Brown and Jonathon White, crowning them the Champions of the York & District Area."

"The squad has shown a lot of dedication, commitment, loyalty and teamwork for football this season and have been excellent sporting ambassadors"

"Well done on thier wonderful effort and achievement" he added.

U12's Training 16th June

They insisted on playing "skins vs bibs" in the last 20 mins - however we had another great coaching session. Well done - looking forward to a new season in a higher divison and at least 3 "friendlies" before Septemner 7th.

Marshy Plays In World Cup

Kindergarten U10, U11 & U12 Presentations

These photos are available to purchase here: http://www.photoboxgallery.com/3000165
All proceeds to TAJFC Fundraising.

TGS U12's Win York League Title

Congratulations to TAJFC U12 Blues and Yellows players who won the York Schools League title by beating All Saints 2-1 on The Ings. First Team players include, Jonathan W, Harry H, Joel B and Paul H. Many thanks to Owen H & Stu for the photos.

U16's Leaving Party

Ian Turner and Dale Askham took the U16's for a celebration curry at The Aagrah on 23rd May. Some of these players have been with the Club since they were in Mini-Soccer and have been playing for Tadcaster Albion Juniors for over 10 years. Please note - Ian assures me the drinks are Shandy! Big shout out to Ian for looking after this team throughout this period.

Kindergarten/U7's Training is On - 5th June

Coaching for Kindergarten/U7's will be on at Riverside tomorrow (5th June) and will continue in the Summer - tell your friends!

Letter From Fabio Cappello To TAJFC

Directions To Monk Fryston Tournament - 16th May

Teams from U11's & U12's will be playing at Monk Fryston Tournament on Sunday 16th May.
The Tournament takes place at Stockin Lane, Hillam and directions from Tadcaster to Stocking Lane are here http://www.multimap.com/directions/?mode=driving&qs_2=stocking%20lane&displayName_2=stocking%20lane&lat_2=53.75014&mapData=917&qs_1=tadcaster&lon_2=-1.22242&countryCode_2=GB&countryCode_1=GB&optimizeFor=time

Registration is from 9:30am and first match is 10:00am.
U12's who are playing this week have been notified individually.

Nick 07778 993896

Recent Club Photos (April - May 2010)

No child is identified or named.

U14's - Do The Double!

Congratulations to Andy Hill's U14 Team who have won both the Deighton Shield AND their division in the York Minor League. A fantastic achievement that rewards team consistency and strength of character.

Full pictures of can be seen here (no child is named or identified) :-

TAJFC U12 League Table

Herewith, Tadcaster Albion U12's final league position relative to those below them.
The most telling statistic is TAJFC's Goal Difference relative to those lower in the table - a respectable +63 versus the next best team having just +4 and the bottom 5 teams on a significant minus. This figure is much better than last year (+38) and something to build on in 2010/2011.
Having taken feedback from parents and coaches from other agegroups, it's evident that the squad/team/planning and coaching methods need only minor adjustments to hit our true potential. More news on next season's plans and the new players who are coming in to strengthen the squad in the coming weeks. Thanks again to Parents, Grandparents, Aunties and Uncles for their help and kind words this season.

Tadcaster Albion 10 - Tadcaster Blues 0

Starting lineup was Joe S, Matty, Hamish, Adamski, Hazza, Joel, Ollie P, Ollie W, Paul, Sam and Macca in goal. Last league game of the season was Tadcaster Albion JFC vs Tadcaster Blues played in the rain on the Ings. This was TAJFC's 3rd game in 5 days (plus school "A" Team matches) and the lads showed a bit of fatigue. Play was a little sloppy all over the Park and TAJFC generally operated at about 75% of their maximum capacity. That said, there was was some excellent runs down both wings with Hamish playing like a gazelle that's had a Cherry Coke for breakfast.
TAJFC prowled Tad Blues' half of the pitch looking for an opening and found it when Joe scored the opener. TAJFC (despite a fair few lapses of concentration) took the measure of the opposition and bore down on them scoring 5 goals before the break (including the first of the season from full-back Sam)
Joe, Ollie W and Paul gave way to Josh J, Craggers and Angus in the second half and Tad Blues had a good spell where they threatened TAJFC's dominance of the game, however the work rate from Adam and Hazza in mid-field effectively galvanised the Blues' surge.
Through a long and wet second half TAJFC scored a further 4 goals, Joe swapped with Matty and Joel (who had waltzed past the Blues' defence and scored 3 in quick succession) went in goal to let Macca have a run out in midfield (we could hear the puffing and panting 50 yards away)
A final goal was scored in the last 5 mins taking the score to 10-0. Enormous credit must be given to The Blues who never once let their heads go down and looked as fresh and enthusiastic at the end of the game as they had at the start. Man Of The Match was voted for by the players and deservedly went to Hamish. Man Of The Match for the Blues was (equally deservedly) Matty J. Special mention to Joe (hat-trick!) who has found his shooting boots just in time for the Tournaments. Apologies for not listing all of the goals, my clipboard got wet. Further info to follow shortly regarding Presentations and Tournaments.

Tadcaster Albion Promoted to Premiership!

Well done Tadcaster Albion (Seniors) who beat Hemsworth Miners Welfare 2-1 and gained promotion to the top tier of the NCEL. Congratulations to Paul Marshall & The Players.

Haxby Town 1 - 3 Tadcaster Albion U12's

Starting line-up was Josh J, Matty, Hamish, Joe S, Hazza, Joel, Ollie P, Paul, Angus, Craggers and Macca in goal. Perhaps it was the strenuous efforts against Rawcliffe the previous day or the alignment of the planets, but Tad looked distinctly jaded in the first 20mins of a game we should have walked. Mis-communication, fluffed sitters, trance-like tackling and ill-discipline led to Haxby taking the lead in the middle of the first half. Luckily for Tadcaster, one of their players took the game by the scruff of the neck and turned it around with an outstanding goal (and a further goal disallowed) The same player constantly tracked back and on more that two occasions got our defence out of jail. Half-time score was 1-1. Hairdryer plugged in.

Joe S, Ollie P and Craggers gave way to Adamski, Ollie W and Sam. The workrate improved after the team talk, with Adam, for example, getting into his groove (man). Josh J gave way to Joe S on 42 minutes and chance after chance rained in from the right wing until Harry (midfield) converted an inch-perfect cross from Joel with a fantastic header.

Despite being barged, tripped and having his shirt pulled time after time, Joel kept his composure, played out of skin and went on to score again. Tad pressed hard in the last 15 mins and should have converted a further 4-5 excellent chances. Hopefully, the players (and Manager) involved in today's 'jailbreak' should have learnt some valuable lessons. Man Of The Match - Joel.
Man of the Match against Rawcliffe yesterday - Hazza. (report/pictures to follow) Mentioned In Dispatches (both days) Matty & Hamish.

Last match of the season against Tadcaster Blues is on Thursday night 6:45pm Kick-Off, ready to rumble at 6:15pm please......let's see if we can learn from our errors today. Chilli & Jacket Spuds in the Clubhouse afterwards. Tournaments and Presentations coming up - info to follow.

No Kindergarten Training - Saturday 24th April

Unfortunately, because of York F.A. comittments there will be no Kindergarten/U7's Training this Saturday 24th April at Riverside. Back to normal on Saturday 1st May. Please feel free to bring your friends down - signing on fee (for insurance etc) is reduced to £12 post-Easter.

Nick
07778 993896

Directions To Rawcliffe Saturday 24th April (Under 12's)

Directions for SATURDAY'S game against Rawcliffe - KICK-OFF is 10:30am - ready to rumble at 10:00am. I'm taking Hamish, Paul and Joel - one space left if req'd. Address is Bumper Castle Playing Fields, Wigginton Road, York (sorry no postcode!). Rawcliffe Manager is Phil Cambridge on 07990 502520. - Key match!

Nick

07778 993896

Directions to Haxby Town - Sunday 25th April (U12's)

SUNDAY'S MATCH. Address is Ethel Ward Playing Fields, Haxby York, YO32 3EJ. Opposing Manager is Mark Garbutt on 07948 351608. Kick-off is 11am - ready to rumble at 10:30am please, boots tied (Macca!), shirts tucked in and noses blown.....;

Thanks!

Nick 07778 993896

Under 12's - Final League Fixtures

Thanks for all of your responses over the last couple of days....

After a ton of ringing around, speaking to the league secretary, speaking to opposing managers and checking pitch availability we can confirm:-

Saturday 24th April - Rawcliffe away - 10:30am Kick-Off (directions to follow)

Sunday 25th April - Haxby Town away - 11:00am Kick-Off (directions to follow)

Thursday 29th April - Tadcaster Blues at home - 6:45pm Kick-Off

I'm already happily supplying lifts for some people - if you need any help in any way please let me know.

After a long, hard season, I'd really like for us to go out with a BANG and put on our best possible performance for the last 3 games.

Next training is on Friday 23rd April - 6pm on The Ings - if anyone needs a lift home with Joel and I please let me know.

Nick

07778 993896

Kindergarten & U7 Training 10th April