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zero-x
08-05-2004, 18:03
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The day started off incredibly badly for the Shakers supporters’ side who arrived at Gigg’s Centre of Excellence changing rooms at quarter past nine, as we found out that the changing rooms we had been promised were to be used for the proper Shakers youths in a game against an Irish team.

Much, much cajoling later, John managed to get permission and a key to use the changing rooms which were at Goshen, so the team set off followed by the Macclesfield fans.

But the troubles did not end there! Once the motorcade reached Goshen and the teams had changed into their kits, it was time to set up the nets. One problem – at first we couldn’t find goal posts that were big enough, and then when we did, it seemed that they could not be put up so after much deliberation, it was decided to go onto the other pitch where nets were already set up.

Anyway, there was a football match to be played, and it did get going after its delayed kick-off, with new member Salt and Shaker (Kelsey) in net, John and Craig in the centre of defence with Hortash and Dave on either side of them. In the middle were Alan, Paul, Tom and Jimmy, and up front were Gifted and the fans team’s leading scorer (no matter what Jimmy might say) me, whilst Shaker Stu started from the bench.

On a sloping pitch with the ground soggy, the Shakers started off quite well, managing to play some good football and make some good breaks through the Macclesfield back line, however, it was the Silkmen who were to take the lead about a third of the way through the first half. Soon after, the Bury fans made a quick break away, which resulted in Jimmy firing a hard and low cross across the face of goal, and I was inches away from slotting it in. Well, a bit further than inches…

Stu was then brought on for me, and the Shakers play returned to its usual attacking style. Jimmy swung in a corner which was met by powerful precision from Craig – his bullet header smashing the back of the net leaving the ‘keeper floundering.

More opportunities followed for the Shakers with the Macclesfield goalkeeper saving well after a Hortash shot, but the next goal would cause heartbreak for the Whites as Macclesfield equalised, as debutant Salt and Shaker explained, “I felt gutted for gifting them the first goal but after bono had told me to keep my head up I started to settle down the second half was a challenge as they were going downhill, I feel ashamed I let in a further four but that comes down to the knock I got on my knee just before their 2nd goal.”

Half-time was welcomed for the Shakers as a chance to regroup, with ShakerMatt going off to be replaced by me. We were told to shoot high to try and beat the keeper, because he had already made some good shots saved low by him.

However, it was Macclesfield, now attacking downhill, who took the initiative by scoring not once, not twice, but thrice. The Bury heads were well and truly down and Macclesfield were on a high. I can’t remember their goals in a lot of detail, because I think I have some kind of mental block, but needless to say they took their tally up to five to Bury’s one. They also hit the crossbar/post a few times as well.

However, in the last few minutes, the Shakers rallied round, playing three strikers, and another goal did come. After tricky footwork by Alan on the left, he managed to get the ball out onto the edge of the area for Paul to strike low and hard into the bottom of the net, beating the keeper.

And that was pretty much the end of the footballing action, although there was yet another bout of handbags involving Jimmy and the Macclesfield captain, who had to take himself off after the referee intervened.

Anyway, the Shakers are still searching for their first victory at eleven-a-side, but the game was enjoyed by all. We returned to the social club afterwards in the “fans team” corner and details were arranged for our participation in a national competition in Leeds in mid July.

Anyway, that’s it for this season’s match reports from Zero-X. Look forward to the next exciting instalment coming next season to a message board near you!

Salt and Shaker
08-05-2004, 18:27
kk

Salt and Shaker
08-05-2004, 18:27
that was great

Salt and Shaker
08-05-2004, 19:11
good good

i add a bit of info for the goals

goal 1- the ball came near to me i was being challenge by the forward and was unable to get a catch . so i attempted to clear the ball with a punch only for it to fall to the attacker. i scambled back and was unable to stop it for 1-0

goal 2- this was a 1on1 when the attacker was near me he followed through and did my knee in ( btw i be having to go to hospital as there is a severe swelling on it that wont go)

goal 3 was another 1 on 1

goal 4 resulted from a cornor a guy with a ginger mullet crosed it i got a finger on it but i could prevent a blonde haired lanky ****** heading it in

goal 5 - a young guy shot from 30 odd yards out i parried away and there was the mullet man to head it in

bonarpak
10-05-2004, 13:11
Thanks to Zero X for another good match report.
From my point of view we are a very young side (what me and Jimmy young :? who play a very attractive kind of football using a 4 4 2 system but sometimes when it gets a bit physical we can't handle it.
If we would have put our chances away in the 1st half when we were well on top and then defended better (that's all the team) in the 2nd we could and should have won the game comfortably.
Who said that you never win with kids playing ? well at the moment that statement could be true but I am very optimistic about next season.
A special thanks for Salt & Shaker for volounteering to be our keeper and to Ian at Bury FC who arranged the 'buffet area' and provided sandwiches for the players of both teams after the match.
Bring on next season.
John.

cheerleader
10-05-2004, 13:12
Yeah,

Well done lads, After the first half I was convinced you would've won.

Never mind though, all the basics are there. I look forward to next season.

Salt and Shaker
10-05-2004, 17:04
John i have organised a week trainnign session in the June holidays for my Goalkepping skills so next year i will be strong and better skilled


AND HOPEFULLY I WOULD HAVE LEARNED TO SHOUT!!! lol

ChrisMurray
11-05-2004, 13:43
u dont need goalkeeping trainign for next year cos the mack daddy of the net has returned and he doesnt need a number 2 ok

Batman doesnt need you robin

ShakerMatt
11-05-2004, 15:33
feeling quite bitchy aren't you chris?

you two know each other?

Salt and Shaker
11-05-2004, 16:58
no gifted i dont no him

it just my signiture (look belwo ) thats annoying him

ChrisMurray
11-05-2004, 17:00
SHALL I GET U A DICTIONARY FOR YOUR SPELLING COS U SPELT BELOW WRONG

Salt and Shaker
11-05-2004, 17:03
lolol mate thank for the free lesson

sazzle
15-05-2004, 00:11
Calm down children!!!

I'm sure John will let you take the going in the net in turns. No fighting now!!!

I'll be at the first fans match of the season next season. That should put a smile back on your face Christopher love!!! :D :wink: :D

ChrisMurray
18-05-2004, 14:32
should put a smile on my face if both u and cheerleader where there( hopefully wearing nothing, sorry what am i thinking) but of course I was be an outstanding performer next year

sazzle
18-05-2004, 23:46
:shock: :shock: :shock:

You're not old enough to be coming out with comments like that.

Oooohhh!!! Just wait til Amy sees this!!! :wink: :wink:

cheerleader
19-05-2004, 09:43
:evil:

Honestly, what a perv!!!!!

Me and sarah WILL be there, fully clad in parkas :shock: :lol: :wink: :shock:

ChrisMurray
19-05-2004, 16:40
Im legal which makes me able to say whatever i want

cheerleader
20-05-2004, 13:22
NOt when its stupid and pervy,, :evil:

sazzle
20-05-2004, 21:08
Im legal which makes me able to say whatever i want

Just!!! :wink:

Think before you come out with a comment like that hun!!! :twisted: :twisted:

ChrisMurray
21-05-2004, 11:18
it is in my nature to be stupid and pervy, but other than that as Sarah would know I am a really nice guy.

ChrisMurray
21-05-2004, 11:19
Just legal Im 18 in October so dont start with me bout being legal miss kitchen

cheerleader
21-05-2004, 11:19
:shock: :roll:

ChrisMurray
21-05-2004, 12:00
amy

eh?

chris

sazzle
21-05-2004, 13:43
it is in my nature to be stupid and pervy, but other than that as Sarah would know I am a really nice guy.

Yeah whatever!!! :wink: :wink:

sazzle
21-05-2004, 21:13
Just legal Im 18 in October so dont start with me bout being legal miss kitchen

And maybe once you turn 18 you might mature slightly and put brain in gear before mouth!!! :wink: :lol: :wink:

Then again, an 18 year old male??? Maybe not eh!!! :shock: :wink:

ShakerMatt
21-05-2004, 21:54
*cough* week on monday till my 18th *cough*

ShakerStu
21-05-2004, 22:04
yeah sarah, lay off the 18 yr old lads.
after friday u can slag them off all u want!!! ;)

sazzle
21-05-2004, 22:43
I'll say what I like thank you Stuart!!! :lol: :wink: :lol: :wink:

hannahkin
26-05-2004, 19:27
Yea, pervy's the word :roll: :wink: :D

zero-x
26-05-2004, 19:32
You don't mind when I'm pervy, but you mind when other people are pervy... :lol:

Salt and Shaker
26-05-2004, 19:54
neil dont flater yourself lololololol :D :D