Source: Sunderland Echo
Published on Wednesday 9 November 2011 13:30
DURHAM City boss Dickie Ord will remind his players of a memorable March day two years ago when he gives his pre-match talk at tonight’s FA Trophy replay against FC United of Manchester at Gigg Lane, Bury.
It was then that City won for the first time in the Evo-Stik League Premier Division and Ord remembers the occasion very well.
Ord, right, said: “We hadn’t won a match all season. The main sponsor had pulled the plug, most of the squad had left and the club was really struggling on and off the field.
“We were fielding a team of kids week-in and week-out and went to Bury with everybody predicting another hiding.
“But what a day it turned out to be. We won 2-1 and although we managed just two victories all season, that was a result to savour. It was one of the best feelings I’ve had in football.
“We did it then and there’s no reason why we cannot repeat the result tonight.
“I thought we deserved to defeat them at the first attempt on Saturday, but a couple of decisions didn’t go our way, so we are certainly up for the task tonight.”
Ord is sweating, though, on the availability of centre-half Ross Wilkinson, who is unsure whether he will be able to travel because of work commitments.
“The bus leaves at 3.30pm and I’ll wait until the very last minute for Ross.
“His absence would be a massive blow since he has been in outstanding form,” added Ord, who expects Stephen Thompson to come through a fitness test.
Washington will aim to arrest a losing sequence when they line up with Shildon at the Nissan Sports Complex in the Second Round of the Brooks Mileson Memorial Cup.
Manager Richie Latimer, who is looking to strengthen the squad, welcomes the return of Nicky Evans and John Lydon.
Birtley Town, who moved into third in Division Two at the weekend, could upset the odds at First Division Guisborough Town, who have slipped into the relegation zone.
A close result is anticipated at Waterhouses, where Esh Winning have home advantage over Second Division leaders Team Northumbria, whose recent results have been erratic.
In contrast, Spennymoor are enjoying a rich vein of form and they are firm favourites to go through at Morpeth Town.
Easington Colliery, now fourth-from-bottom in the Second Division, are at home to Hebburn in the Ernest Armstrong Memorial Cup.
Manager Mark Proudlock has yet to announce his starting line-up.
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Wednesday, November 09, 2011
Tuesday, November 08, 2011
Durham City have to see reds again after cup draw
Source: Sunderland Echo
DURHAM City will have to make another attempt to see off FC United of Manchester on Wednesday night after a thrilling FA Trophy tie, writes Malcolm Pratt.
A pulsating, end-to-end contest at New Ferens Park finished 1-1.
City’s biggest crowd of the season was still a disappointing 533, considering the visitors expected at least 1,000 to make the journey to the North East. However, those who did turn up were not let down, with thrills and spills at both ends.
City’s Stephen Thompson was dispossessed and Michael Norton tried to lob into an empty net after goalkeeper James Winter had raced to the edge of the box to try and intercept the ball.
Gary Brown then headed over from a Thompson cross and United’s Kyle Jacobs forced a double save from Winter.
A superb challenge by Ross Wilkinson prevented Norton from getting in a shot and visiting goalkeeper James Spencer was forced to concede a corner, with David Dowson through on goal.
A ding-dong first half ended with United taking the lead on 45 minutes.
A free kick by Carlos Roca found Norton, who drove into an empty net.
City’s disappointment lasted only a couple of minutes, however, when Dowson deservedly equalised with a spectacular effort in off the far post.
The pattern of the first half continued into the second. Amar Purewal went close for Durham, but only a brilliant block by Jonathan Davis prevented United’s Astley Mulholland from capitalising in front of an open goal.
City, however, went even closer 20 minutes from time as Thompson rattled the woodwork, with United goalkeeper Spencer nowhere in sight.
Two minutes later Mulholland missed an open goal, so the sides must try again on Wednesday.
Durham City: J Winter, Stephenson, Madden, Davis, Wilkinson, Arjun Purewal, Cutts (Greulich-Smith), Brown, Dowson, Thompson (Home Jackson), Amar Purewal.
Ref: Mr Tony Peart. Att: 533.
DURHAM City will have to make another attempt to see off FC United of Manchester on Wednesday night after a thrilling FA Trophy tie, writes Malcolm Pratt.
A pulsating, end-to-end contest at New Ferens Park finished 1-1.
City’s biggest crowd of the season was still a disappointing 533, considering the visitors expected at least 1,000 to make the journey to the North East. However, those who did turn up were not let down, with thrills and spills at both ends.
City’s Stephen Thompson was dispossessed and Michael Norton tried to lob into an empty net after goalkeeper James Winter had raced to the edge of the box to try and intercept the ball.
Gary Brown then headed over from a Thompson cross and United’s Kyle Jacobs forced a double save from Winter.
A superb challenge by Ross Wilkinson prevented Norton from getting in a shot and visiting goalkeeper James Spencer was forced to concede a corner, with David Dowson through on goal.
A ding-dong first half ended with United taking the lead on 45 minutes.
A free kick by Carlos Roca found Norton, who drove into an empty net.
City’s disappointment lasted only a couple of minutes, however, when Dowson deservedly equalised with a spectacular effort in off the far post.
The pattern of the first half continued into the second. Amar Purewal went close for Durham, but only a brilliant block by Jonathan Davis prevented United’s Astley Mulholland from capitalising in front of an open goal.
City, however, went even closer 20 minutes from time as Thompson rattled the woodwork, with United goalkeeper Spencer nowhere in sight.
Two minutes later Mulholland missed an open goal, so the sides must try again on Wednesday.
Durham City: J Winter, Stephenson, Madden, Davis, Wilkinson, Arjun Purewal, Cutts (Greulich-Smith), Brown, Dowson, Thompson (Home Jackson), Amar Purewal.
Ref: Mr Tony Peart. Att: 533.
Friday, November 04, 2011
Durham City set for big crowd
Source: Sunderland Echo
DURHAM City will have their biggest gate of the season at New Ferens Park tomorrow with FC United of Manchester expected to bring at least 1,000 spectators.
“It should be a cracking occasion,” said manager Dickie Ord. “They have a terrific fan base and hopefully we can put on a good show.
“I know we lost to Sunderland RCA in the Durham Challenge Cup on Tuesday night but I wasn’t too disappointed.
“Yes, there was a lack of concentration which cost us goals but there were a lot of tired legs out there following last Saturday’s game on a heavy pitch at Mossley.”
Before Tuesday’s result, City had won six Evo Stik League Division One North games on the bounce and Ord is confident his side will quickly return to winning form.
He added: “We were going great so there’s no reason whatsoever why we cannot keep up our challenge for at least a play-off place.
“I should have everybody available. Steven Thompson took a knock on Tuesday but should be okay and I’ve also re-signed Josh Home Jackson, who has returned from Greece and he goes straight into the squad.”
Published on Friday 4 November 2011 13:30
DURHAM City will have their biggest gate of the season at New Ferens Park tomorrow with FC United of Manchester expected to bring at least 1,000 spectators.
“It should be a cracking occasion,” said manager Dickie Ord. “They have a terrific fan base and hopefully we can put on a good show.
“I know we lost to Sunderland RCA in the Durham Challenge Cup on Tuesday night but I wasn’t too disappointed.
“Yes, there was a lack of concentration which cost us goals but there were a lot of tired legs out there following last Saturday’s game on a heavy pitch at Mossley.”
Before Tuesday’s result, City had won six Evo Stik League Division One North games on the bounce and Ord is confident his side will quickly return to winning form.
He added: “We were going great so there’s no reason whatsoever why we cannot keep up our challenge for at least a play-off place.
“I should have everybody available. Steven Thompson took a knock on Tuesday but should be okay and I’ve also re-signed Josh Home Jackson, who has returned from Greece and he goes straight into the squad.”
Published on Friday 4 November 2011 13:30
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
From Sunderland Echo
Edited from Sunderland Echo
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Following their first win of the season at FC United of Manchester on Saturday, Durham City hope to take something out of tonight's UniBond League Premier Division game against Whitby Town at the Esh Group Stadium.
A club spokesman said: "Not one of the lads who played on Saturday was over 20 and Connor Winter is just 16. It was a massive effort by a young squad and just reward for their fantastic commitment.
"Strangely enough we thought we might just get something out of the game and the squad revelled in the atmosphere with over 2,000 spectators, most of them expecting a big win for the home side.
"Hopefully, the result will have given the side self belief and a platform for the remainder of the season but it will not be easy against Whitby who are a well organised side on a good run."
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Following their first win of the season at FC United of Manchester on Saturday, Durham City hope to take something out of tonight's UniBond League Premier Division game against Whitby Town at the Esh Group Stadium.
A club spokesman said: "Not one of the lads who played on Saturday was over 20 and Connor Winter is just 16. It was a massive effort by a young squad and just reward for their fantastic commitment.
"Strangely enough we thought we might just get something out of the game and the squad revelled in the atmosphere with over 2,000 spectators, most of them expecting a big win for the home side.
"Hopefully, the result will have given the side self belief and a platform for the remainder of the season but it will not be easy against Whitby who are a well organised side on a good run."
Friday, January 29, 2010
Local football: City look for response
Source: Sunderland Echo
Published Date: 29 January 2010
Durham City manager Lee Collings is looking for a massive reaction from his players in tomorrow's UniBond League Premier Division game against FC United of Manchester at the Esh Group Stadium.
He said: "It goes without saying that I was very disappointed with the performance at Boston (which City lost 10-0).
"I've spoken to most of the lads and they are determined to put on a show tomorrow."
Elliott Cutts is available again and Collings' only doubt is former Chester-le-Street striker Josh Home-Jackson.
He made the long journey to Boston last weekend only to be injured in the warm-up and was unable to play.
Published Date: 29 January 2010
Durham City manager Lee Collings is looking for a massive reaction from his players in tomorrow's UniBond League Premier Division game against FC United of Manchester at the Esh Group Stadium.
He said: "It goes without saying that I was very disappointed with the performance at Boston (which City lost 10-0).
"I've spoken to most of the lads and they are determined to put on a show tomorrow."
Elliott Cutts is available again and Collings' only doubt is former Chester-le-Street striker Josh Home-Jackson.
He made the long journey to Boston last weekend only to be injured in the warm-up and was unable to play.
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