Berriew FC - About Us
(2010-2011 & 2011-12 Seasons)
1st Team
Berriew FC 1st team finished the League campaign in 2nd place on 68 behind Llanrhaeadr. This is a great number of points and it is not very often that a team finds themselves achieving so many points and not being promoted. However, Neil Pryce (Ginge) the current manager of the 1st team reported he was pleased with the lads efforts, attitude and commitment throughout the season. It is hoped that the lads will stick together and fight to win the league next year. Ginge has agreed to continue with the managerial role for the forthcoming season.
Moreover, the 1st team have brought silverware back to Berriew this season and they should be congratulated on this. They defeated local rivals Montgomery Town 5-2 at Llanidloes to win the League Cup. A hatrick from Will Thomas and brace from Martyn Ziemann sealed the victory.
Further congratulations go to Will Thomas and Ian Probert. Will was the Spar Mid Wales division 1 top goal scorer and Ian Probert was awarded the league’s player of the season.
The 2010 - 2011 end of season awards were as follows:
Supporters Player of the Season – Ian Probert
Player Player of the Season – Ian Probert
Managers Player of the Season – Martyn Ziemann
Reserve Team
The reserves fought a tough battle this season but mid-way through pulled together and pulled of some positive results. They finished their campaign 3rd from bottom which is alright considering the situations they found themselves in at the beginning of the season. Manager Darryl Jones commented that it is hoped the team moral will continue for next season as they maintain their place in the JT Hughes Amateur League.
This years end of season awards were as follows:
Players Player of the season – Sam Andrew
Managers Player of the Season – Sam Andrew
It is with much regret that both Hugh Evans and Darryl Jones have decided to step down as managers for the season ahead. On behalf of the club I would like to take the opportunity to sincerely thank them for their hard work this season. However, there replacement has been appointed; Mark Scott who played for the reserves last season is taking over the reins.
As yet, the Reserve fixtures have not been published, however it is certain that there will be a game on Berriew Show Evening; more information will be found on the club website at the beginning of August.
Youth Team
The Under 16’s have also done the club proud this season. They finished 4th overall in their league.
This year’s awards were presented as follows:
Top Scorer – Sam Ward
Players Player of the Season – Tom Francis
Player of the Season – Chris Winsor & Will Gittins
Managers Player of the Season – Matt Bumford
Juniors
The Juniors recently participated in some ‘fun competitions’ and had a BBQ after down at the pitch. A great evening was had by all. If your son/daughter was there and you would like a picture emailed to you of them with their certificates, please contact Ceri on 01686651068/07738075741 or email c.a.phillips@shr.gdst.net
Tractor Pull Evening
Along with presentations we held a tractor pull evening; this was great fun and added something a little different to the presentation evening!!
The 2nd draw of the 250 club was also made this evening and the lucky winners are as follows:
1st - £100 – Paul Inns
2nd - £60 – Myra Jones
3rd - £40 – Ben Morris
AGM
On Wednesday June 7th 2011 the Annual General Meeting was held at the bowling club. The new officers are as follows:
Life Presidents:
Mr Clive Lawton
Mrs Olive Passant
Mr Philip Jones
Mr Derrick Jones
President: Mr Philip Jones
Chairman: Mr Delwyn Langford
Vice-Chairman: Mr Richard Hughes
Secretary: Mrs Ceri Jones-Phillips
Treasurer: Mr Phil Wilson
1st Team Manager: Mr Neil Pryce
Reserve Manager: Mr Mark Scott
Grounds Co-ordinator: Mr David Jones
Groundsman: Mr George Davies
On behalf of Berriew Football Club, I would like to thank Mr Ian Williams for his 3 years as president. He decided to step down at this years AGM.
Thank you
Following every home match, food is put on for all the players from both teams at the Talbot. Therefore, I would like to take the opportunity to thank Jackie and Mark for the hospitality they offer. It is greatly appreciated by committee, players and supports.
Youth Training
Youth Training is on a Friday Evening down at the football pitch 5pm – 6pm for boys and girls aged 5 – 11years. All welcome.
Sponsor Days
The sponsor days will be something that the club will run again next season. It is a fantastic day out and great value for money. If you are interested in a sponsor day please ring Andrew Wilde to get you name on the list!!!
Website Member
Please remember that you can become a member of Berriew FC website by visiting www.pitchero.com/clubs/berriew or by joining our facebook page. These sites are updated regularly and include information such as fixtures, results, league tables, match reports, pictures and lots of other information.
Picture Plea
At present I am trying to develop our club website further and this means researching the clubs history. Therefore if anyone has any ‘pictures from the past’ of any once Berriew football team, please could I borrow them to get a copy to put on the website. There is already a good archive developing but more pictures would be great!! I promise that they will return to you in the same condition!!
Congratulations!!
Congratulations to James Langford and Sian Evans on the birth of their son Dylan Ellis Langford on behalf of Berriew FC but also to our chairman Delwyn and his wife Dawn on becoming grand-parents!!
Thank you all for your continued support over the last season. It is truly appreciated by both the committee and players. We hope to see you all and more down at the recreation field sometime during the forthcoming season cheering for your local team!!!!
