Half Term Holiday

Well I hope everyone has had a great start to the season. I for one, after a long and very busy close season, have been energized by the return to football activity... too much admin and organization makes for a sad life!

It has been a very busy first quarter and in the 6 weeks since we commenced training we have;-

• qualified 5 Level 1 coaches
• 35 matches played in the Mid-Wilts & Wilts Womens/Girls Leagues
• run 90 training sessions
• used 4 venues;
  BSG, Springfields, Devizes Astro & John Bentley to meet training needs
• signed 40 new members, both boys and girls
• attended the England v Portugal U17 International
• received support and packages from the Persil 'Be My Coach' campaign
• introduced our new Under 7's, The Flares, to football within our Club
  

I do hope, and am sure, you have had the opportunity to be part of this activity.

This weekend, October 21st, sees the first break of the season. The purpose of this is to give our players, families and pitches the opportunity to rest and recover from football. As a consequence there is no Club activity this weekend (there may be some squads who are running special sessions - watch for messages from your Team Secretary or Coach).

Have a good break, and for those you really can't do without football for a week take a look at the Club's Event Board where you will find details of football related activity in the region;-

• Arsenal Soccer Schools @ John Bentley School, Calne
• Boys and Girls Goalkeeping Course, South Marston, Swindon
• Watch a Professional Match at one of our local Championship and League Teams

Finally, keep up to date with latest activity by visiting the Club Calendar. You'll not only find Club events listed here but dates of significant sports events like The FA Cup Final or The Six Nation Rugby Internationals.

Enjoy your week away from football and come back refreshed and ready for training and matches on Saturday 28th October.

Recruitment Note

We currently have spaces for enthusiastic players in all girls groups (aged 10 - 15) and the Derry Hill Heat (School Year 7). If anyone is aware of a child keen to join then please let me know.