Telscombe Raiders FC

Did you know we run a FREE Mini Raiders football session every Saturday at Telscombe Playing Fields?

We have spaces for children starting school this September! Get in touch if you know someone that would like to try a session! ⚽️

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A huge congratulations to our U16’s team who have been promoted to Div 3! 👏🎉

In preparation for the season ahead they are looking for additional players to help bolster their squad. If you know someone that is interested in joining a great team, get in touch!

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On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, may we thank these service members for their bravery and sacrifice. May we honor their heroism, which liberated a continent and saved the world. And may we recommit to the future they fought and which many died for.

Today the U12s hosted a team from Seaford.

The team from Seaford contained a number of very good players and Seaford started very strongly setting up camp in Raiders half.

Raiders were resolute, defending compactly and tenaciously and limited Seaford to only half chances despite their superior posession.

Raiders also looked dangerous on the counter especially through the pace of Lewis.

Seaford pressure finally told with a neat finish after they finally got behind our defence.

Seaford continued to press and a slick move saw Seaford go 2 up with a great finish from the edge of the box.

Raiders heads did not drop and continued to work hard and started to pose our visitors some problems as the game became more even.

Lewis managed to get behind the Seaford defence but a clear grab from the defender denied Raiders the chance to get one back.

Undeterred Raiders pushed forward and were awarded a stonewall penalty after a clumsy lunge by a Seaford defender.

After some rock paper scissors to decide who was taking the Pen. Lewis stepped up and slotted in cooly to the keepers right to put Raiders right in the game heading in to half time.

Coming out for the second half the Raiders were galvanised.

Seaford started to struggle to get out of their half and Raiders started to calve out opportunities running behind the Seaford defence that just needed a little more composure.

Seaford still threatened but the defensive unit held firm with Toby and Riley forming a formidable partnership and when called on Ray made a couple of sharp saves in goal.

As the game entered the last quarter Raiders won a corner. Despite scuffing the corner, Raiders reacted brilliantly which saw Jenson score with a very good instinctive finish to put Raiders level.

Raiders kept pushing and nearly sealed a remarkable victory on the break with Ben releasing Lewis who ran through under immense pressure from the Seaford centre back and narrowly fired wide.

The match finished 2 - 2 but after being 2 down facing some very gifted players this was a result that the team should be very proud of.

A performance built on hard work and a bucket load of character. A great team performance.

As such we struggled to pick a man of the match so that accolade was shared by 3 this week, namely Toby' Jenson and Lewis who were all immense.

A great start to the bank holiday weekend and a team we are very proud of.

We are on the lookout for individuals with an enthusiasm for grassroots football. No experience is necessary, just a passion to inspire the next generation of young footballers here at Telscombe Raiders FC. All training and support will be provided with access to FA courses and qualifications. If you want to find out more contact us now for an informal chat! We have a couple of vacancies for next season: U6’s, U11’s, and U12’s as we are looking to expand our teams.

Coaching not for you? Our Club has a number of roles we always need assistance with. If you have time to spare whether it’s just an hour here and there and would like to get involved in your local community club, get in touch!

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If you are looking for further improvement in football or are just football mad and want an extra football fix, check out AP Football Development. Alex is an FA qualified coach with an up to date DBS and Safeguarding trained. He does a fine job with the team he trains but has dedicated an offering this summer of extra training and 1-1 sessions. All Raiders players receive a discounted rate so if this is something you have considered then you can contact him through his instagram account or direct:

https://www.instagram.com/ap_footballdevelopment_1?igsh=MTB1d3dxbXRpYTNrNA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Alex: 07885 465120

With much excitement we would like to share the amazing goals we have invested in which is hugely down to our generous sponsor Fix Gearbox Repair and the Football Foundation. Another thanks goes out to those that organised and supported our big raffle we held at Christmas and all those that donated to our go fund me appeal. This was a very costly investment and all of the above went towards it. We would also like to send out a massive thanks to the coaches and parents that gave their time to help build them. These are a wonderful asset for the club and it’s players to have and we are already enjoying the benefits of having them! Thank you!

Today saw U13’s Raiders play in their final game of the season against Rottingdean who were a very good side in their last meet, winning 5-0 in a Raider’s defeat. Raider’s were in good spirits as they set in formation ready for the game ahead of them.

They were off! A fiery start and it was clear to see both sides wanted the win, close chances being created both ends of the pitch within the first five minutes! Play continued in end to end football with Raiders defence impenetrable until Rottingdean eventually broke through with a single runner and scored their first goal. Raiders came back, holding good possession from which Martim released Bobby with a lovely throughball. Bobby managed to out run the opposition and it was a 50/50 race between him and the keeper getting the ball. Rottingdeans keeper bravely gambled on sliding in for the ball as Bobby was about half a foot away and won possession before Raiders could get a result. Outstanding efforts came from the whole team in a very exciting half but it ended as 0-2 to Rottingdean. The second half was very much like the first with the Raiders playing into the wind this time which had picked up some. A patch of scrappy play came, which rewarded Rottingdean with 2 free kicks in a row outside the box but this was a piece of cake for Raiders second half keeper, Charlie who saved the first with style and saw it out wide with the second. The boys persevered winning corners, free kicks and creating chances but with ten minutes left on the clock they conceded a third goal and couldn’t quite clinch their own point for the score board with the game finishing 0-3 to Rottingdean. An improvement on the score in their last meet and amazing efforts and team work from all the boys.

A special mention to Louis who played his first ever role as right back, absolutely bossing it and winning himself MOM today!

This team have made vast improvements this season and play with great resilience and respect. We look forward to seeing what they bring next year. Up the Raiders!

Today the U12s hosted Crawley Down Anvils in their first match for a few weeks.

Whilst Raiders were expected to be a little rusty the writing was on the wall very early after conceding a scrappy goal in less than a minute.

To Raiders credit their heads didn't drop and they immediately set about getting back in to the game.

Raiders started moving the ball well as they took control in the middle of the pitch with Crawley Down struggling to cope with the the pace of Lewis, Vinny and Olly who were being found constantly by Ben, Brogan and Jenson.

Raiders spurned a number of chances falling to Vinny and Lewis as Raiders kept getting in behind the Crawley defence.

Finally Raiders got their equaliser with Lewis running through and squeezing one home after some great work from Ben.

Vinny then nearly gave the Raiders the lead with a crisp strike that the Crawley Down keeper miraculously kept out with his fingertips.

Shortly after Vinny finally got on the scoresheet slotting neatly in after getting clear of the opposing defence again and then nearly had a third when Lewis sensationally ran three quarters of the pitch beating three men before whipping in a great ball which Raiders narrowly failed to flick home.

Raiders went in to the break 2-1 up in what was one of their most complete halves of the season.

The message was more of the same in the second half.

However Crawley Down came out much sharper second half and started pinning Raiders in their own half.

Despite having territory Crawley down were struggling to break down a very hard working Raiders team with the back line repelling everything that came at them and Stan not seriously challenged in goal.

Raiders still looked dangerous on the break and broke a couple of times but could not find a goal to seal the win.

The last 5 minutes were played exclusively in the Raiders half with Raiders winning tackle after tackle. block after block to preserve their lead.

Finally the whistle was blown to call time on a great game against two very well matched teams.

A superb performance from the team which made the call for man of the match the most difficult choice of the year. Eventually it was decided that Ben and Sasha were joint players of the match due to some heroic defensive work in the last 10 minutes, but in reality they all deserved immense credit for how they applied themselves.

Fantastic work guys!

If you are looking to join an U9’s football team or are already playing for an U9’s team and not getting enough match time, come to Telscombe Raiders FC. We have a friendly , small, talented young side who are looking to expand their squad. Get in touch now to try out some free sessions!

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Happy Easter, hope everyone has a great day!! 🐣🐣

For anyone that wants an extra football fix this evening, come and support our first team tonight at Newhaven Stadium. 8pm, bar is open, be there! Up the Raiders! 💪

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Today marks Children's Mental Health Week 🧠

Children who are more active are happier, more resilient and more trusting of others, which is why one of our big focuses is creating positive experiences for children and young people.

Working together for a better internet

Today is safer internet day, raising awareness for a safer and better internet for all and this year is based around the theme ‘Inspiring change? Making a difference, managing influence and navigating change online’.

This day brings hundreds of corporations together and people from around the world to help promote safe, responsible and positive use of digital technology.

We have put a few links to resources below for your interest including a link to the new online safety Bill which is ready to become law:

https://www.childnet.com/safer-internet-day/

https://www.saferinternetday.org

https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/britain-makes-internet-safer-as-online-safety-bill-finished-and-ready-to-become-law

For more information on Safer Internet Day please contact:

Safer Internet Day
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Safer Internet Day | Childnet Safer Internet Day is a global celebration of the safe and positive use of technology, coordinated in the UK by the UK Safer Internet Centre.

Our final weekend of football for all of our youth teams this year! Good luck to you all and enjoy your last league games before Christmas! Go Raiders! 💚

Back in SSFL action today. Good Luck Lads! UTR 💪

In need of a free coat or hat?

As the colder times come we have kindly been donated plenty of coats and warm winter wear by our community. Please come in to Community House at the Meridian Centre and take home what you might need.

Our Men’s First Team are on the look out for players to bolster their defence. If you are a defender get in touch now!

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Good luck to all our youth teams playing today! It’s nice to all be back playing football with some great fixtures lined up! Up the Raiders!

After a month out due to cancellations the Mens First Team are back in action today against Associates FC at home. Come show them some support!

Good Luck Raiders 💪

This Sunday saw our U13’s set off in what was to be a very tough test against a well drilled team sitting at the top end of the table, Southdown Rovers. The Raiders have been working really hard in training and on integrating all of their new team members so this was to be even more of a test as many of the squad had not played many games together, if any. The last meet against Southdown Rovers saw a double figured defeat and the players were well aware of this.

The whistle blew and the Raiders came out firing on all cylinders. Southdown Rovers were looking the threat they were expected to be but the Raiders put out a gallant effort and managed to keep the score at a level 0-0 for the most part of the first half. Southdown Rovers were beginning to look agitated as this clearly wasn’t the match they had expected to be met with and they had a few unlucky misses for what were a great few shots on goal. The Raiders were reacting to everything they were coming up against and managing to push back to create some good chances in the box but to no prevail. The first half ended 1-0 to Southdown Rovers after a display of exceptional goal keeping from our keeper and some determined runs and working the ball forward between Louis, Kaiden, Isaac, and Jayden.

The second half loomed and the Raiders were very positive in the half time team chat. The boys were ready for what was another explosive display of football. Robbie continued to create problems for the opponent forcing them to use the wings where our defenders Jayden and Harry worked hard to break down their attacks and continued to make it exceedingly difficult for Southdown Rovers. A free kick was won for Southdown Rovers and they scored from an incredible goal that curled into the bottom left corner. A goal that was difficult for any keeper to save and unfortunately the result of a lapse in defending the back post. The Raiders were on the break again with Louis, Isaac and Jayden pushing forward and Cassius holding prime position patiently for his run on to the perfect ball but it was put out by the opponents defence for a corner. The ball fell beautifully from the corner into the box, finding Robbie who just couldn’t turn his body quickly enough to get the right angle for his volley and unfortunately The Raiders were still yet put something on the scoreboard.

The play continued in end to end football and the Raiders continued to battle hard to the very end in what ended as a defeat but a very respectable one against a top team. Man of the Match went to Robbie for putting out a top performance in a brand new position for him in midfield.

The character and composure the boys showed in this game was something to be proud of and they received some really good feedback on how far they have come as a team. If they continue to grow and play like this every week they are sure to start seeing the results they are working hard for. Well done Raiders 💪