Competition: Design The H-ton Hawks Badge

With the Hawks about to embark on their first full season in the Washington-5-A-Side Friday League, it is about time that they adopted a badge.

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Entry 1


By Lee Borthwick

H-ton Hawks Results and Fixtures

This post will be updated weekly with all the H-ton Hawks results and fixtures. Each result will have a link to the match report.

This post will have its own permanent link on the Blog side bar.

All games are in the Washington 5-a-Side League unless stated.

Albany vs. H-ton Hawks 7.30pm 25/5/07 (Court 3)

H-ton Hawks 3-2 Nee-Gud 23/5/07 (Hetton Soccer-6)

H-ton Hawks 6-6 Usworth 19/5/07

Seaham FC 4-2 H-ton Hawks 16/5/07 (Hetton Soccer-6)

H-ton Hawks 1-13 Pro Evo 11/5/07

Alan's Allstars 2-2 H-ton Hawks 9/5/07 (Hetton Soccer-6)

H-ton Hawks 1-12 Aparell Master 4/5/07

H-ton Hawks 2-1 Nee-Gud 25/4/07 (Friendly - Hetton Soccer-6)

H-ton Hawks 0-4 Npower 6s 25/4/07 (Friendly - Hetton Soccer-6)

H-ton Hawks 3-0 Legends 2/5/07 (Hetton Soccer-6)

Lucombe 5-7 H-ton Hawks 27/4/07

H-ton Hawks 5-0 Npower 6s 25/4/07 (Hetton Soccer-6)

H-ton Hawks 0-4 Hetton Scaffolders 25/4/07 (Friendly - Hetton Soccer-6)

H-ton Hawks 4-7 D.P. Trophies 20/4/07

The Club 4-3 H-ton Hawks 18/4/07 (Hetton Soccer-6)

Barmy Army 8-6 H-ton Hawks 13/4/07

H-ton Hawks 1-5 The Club 11/4/07 (Hetton Soccer-6)

H-ton Hawks vs. Hetton Collery 4/4/07 - H-ton Hawks forfeit due no team

Fatfield FC 7-4 H-ton Hawks 30/3/07

Alan's Allstars 3-2 H-ton Hawks 28/3/07 (Hetton Soccer-6)

Inter Ya Mam 3-5 H-ton Hawks 23/3/07

H-ton Hawks 4-0 Npower 6s 21/3/07 (Hetton Soccer-6)

Albany vs. H-ton Hawks 16/3/07

H-ton Hawks 1-2 Lyons Lads 14/3/07 (Hetton Soccer-6)

H-ton Hawks 8-8 Three Counties 9/3/07

Pro Evo 7-2 H-ton Hawks 2/3/07

Aparell Master 13-1 H-ton Hawks 23/2/07

Lucombe 9-8 H-ton Hawks 16/2/07

H-ton Hawks 7-6 D.P. Trophies 9/2/07

Barmy Army 7-4 H-ton Hawks 2/2/07

H-ton Hawks 5-11 Fatfield FC 26/1/07

Inta Ya Mam 7-4 H-ton Hawks 19/1/07

H-ton Hawks 3-4 Albany 12/1/07

H-ton Hawks 4-9 Three Counties 5/1/07

Prov Evo 8-2 H-ton Hawks 15/12/06

Aparell Master 14-1 H-ton Hawks 8/12/06

H-ton Hawks MANY-FEW Whitfield's United (friendly)

H-ton Hawks 1-5 Lucombe 1/12/06

H-ton Hawks 5-8 D.P. Trophies 24/11/06

Barmy Army 8-5 H-ton Hawks 17/11/06

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Remmer & the Arg 8-8 H-ton Hawks (Friendly) 10/11/06

Remmer & the Arg 5-4 H-ton Hawks (Friendly) 3/11/06

H-ton Hawks 10-0 Entertainers 27/10/06

Bathroom Unit 10-3 H-ton Hawks 20/10/06

Houghton Feast 5-A-Side Tournament 15/10/06

Victoria 22-0 H-ton Hawks 13/10/06

Entertainers 14-4 H-ton Hawks (Assoc. Cup) 6/10/06

Roof Truss 15-1 H-ton Hawks 29/9/06

Bathroom Unit 12-0 H-ton Hawks (Sub Cup) 22/9/06

New Team 8-0 H-ton Hawks (Sub Cup) 15/9/06

Roof Truss 0-10 H-ton Hawks 8/9/06

Bathroom Unit 18-2 H-ton Hawks (Sub Cup) 1/9/06

Coach & Horses 24-2 H-ton Hawks (Sub Cup) 25/8/06

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H-ton Hawks 10 - 0 Entertainers

The Hawks picked up a default 10-nil win in the Friday League this week when the Entertainers failed to show
With Lawrence away, Borthwick still on his road to recovery and Wilson being a big girl just because he's hurt his thumb, Neil Houghton was again drafted in and SWA had to overcome his fitness problems and play a full game.


H-ton Hawks 6 - 10 Davie's Youngins (Friendly Match)

As a replacement for the Entertainers no-show, Davie's Youngins took on the Hawks in a Friendly match. Unfortunately, with this being a friendly game, the effort level was low, resulting in goals being conceded that shouldn't have been. Despite this, the Hawks used this game (well, the second half) to show that they could score goals and create chances going forward. Goals for the Hawks came from N Houghton(3), SWA(2) and G Houghton(1).

The new season starts next week with the Hawks division 2 opener seeing them make their debut on Court 3 at 7.30pm against Remmer & the Arg.

Fury at Footbal Fees

A shocking price increase for games in the Washington 5-a-side League has been imposed for the new season
Despite claiming to be one of the cheapest leagues in the area, the increased costs have prompted H-ton Hawks to re-examine their membership in the league.

A letter was issued to all teams. It reads as follows;

Washington 5-a-side
Leagues Association
10a Victoria Rd. Concord. Washington.
(0191) 4187204
20-10-06


Dear Manager,
It is with regret that unfortunately due to circumstances beyond our control. the cost of the games (indoor) w ill increase by £5 per game. per team as from the 1st January 07. We have always tried to keep the cost of football reasonable to team members. However due to a big increase in court fees at venues and referee fees increasing also spiralling costs and loss of funding £50,000, we have no alternative but to increase the cost of football in the new seasons.

The court fees for the Friday league will increase in the new season November 06.

At present we are trying to raise more funding to reduce this cost back down and you will be informed if we are successful in doing so. We pride ourselves on been the only league trying to keep the cost down for individual members.

As from November 06, for the new season in the Friday league and 1" January 07, for the new season in the Sunday leagues increases in football will be as follows:

Riverside 7-A-Side League cost per game £22.00
Northumbria Centre 5-A-Side Leagues per game (indoor) £22.00
Northumbria Centre Men's Work 5-side League per game (indoor) £22.00

The Cost per member 7-a-side no subs =£3.14 per person
With 3 subs (outside) =£2.20 per person
The cost per member 5-a-side no subs =£4.40 per person
With 3 subs (indoor) =£2.75 per person

Annual registration fees will remain the same £25.00 per team, per season and fines will remain the same. This includes all cup games and your Durham Affiliation Fee is included in this amount.

Finally the committee have decided to come down hard on teams not finishing the season and will charge teams full costs until the end season if they leave without the secretary's approval, also shin pads and the right footwear must be worn or players will not be allowed to play.

I am really sorry about the increases but we are still one of the cheapest leagues in the area according to Durham Football Association and the research we've done.
May I take this opportunity to thank you for you're continued support and I hope you can understand why we have had no alternative but to increase the cost.

Yours in Sport

D.A.Munneke
On behalf of the management committee

Bathroom Unit 10 - 3 H-ton Hawks

With Borthwick injured, Wilson on judo duty and SWA's fitness proving a problem, the Hawks drafted in Neil Houghton to try and bring skill and stability to the game. This might have been the case but the referee prevented this from happening. In a game dominated by the referee's ineptitude, the Hawks slumped to another defeat to the hands of the old enemy of Bathroom Unit. Goals for the Hawks were provided by Lawrence(1) and N Houghton(2).

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Injury Blow for the Hawks

The H-ton Hawks suffered a setback this weekend when the ankle injury sustained by Lee Borthwick in the Houghton Feast 5-A-Side Tournament turned out to be more serious than thought. After visiting hospital, it the injury has been confirmed as a break. Part of the ankle bone has been snapped off and could require surgery. Borthwick is to visit a specialist on Monday to advise if an operation is needed. He is expected to be out of action for at least 6 weeks. Updates on the situation will be posted when available.

Update: The break is not a serious as first feared. However, Borthwick will be unable to play for the Hawks for 6 weeks.

Houghton Feast 5-A-Side Tournament

The Hawk's debut in the Annual Houghton Feast 5-A-Side Tournament ended in disappointment as they failed to make it to the semi-finals.
With only 5 members of the squad available to play, the Hawks had a tough task to play 8 games without substitutes.

Game 1: Purely Belta 1 - 0 H-ton Hawks
In a poor opening game the Hawks suffered a defeat against a team they should have beaten. Conceding a poor goal, the Hawks didn't convert their possession and chances into goals.

Game 2: H-ton Hawks 1 - 2 FC Nostradamus
In a well fought game, the Hawks suffered their second defeat. With further improvement showing they were unlucky. The Hawks goal was a corker from Aldridge. On the receiving end of Houghton's short pass from a free kick on the edge of the opposition's area, he skilfully curled the ball into the far top corner of the goal.

Game 3: Alan's All-Stars 3 - 1 H-ton Hawks
Game 3 was another defeat for the Hawks, this time conceding 3 goals. With the performances improving, the Hawks still couldn't catch a break. The Hawk's goal in this match came from an open play shot from Houghton which hit the post and was deflected into his own net by the keeper.

Game 4: H-ton Hawks 1 - 3 Bare-arsed Monkeys
In another game that the Hawks should have won, they conceded 3 unnecessary goals. One from a penalty kick due to the ball crossing the halfway line from the keeper's throw without bouncing. Borthwick finally managed to break his goal drought with the Hawk's only goal of the game.

Game 5: H-ton Hawks 1 - 0 Purely Belta
This game saw the Hawks first win of the tournament. In a controlled performance, Lawrence was able to put away the goal that won them the game. This win was overshadowed by an ankle injury suffered by Borthwick in the second half. This resulted in the Hawks playing the last two minutes with only 4 men. Cummings pulled off a brilliant last minute save to secure full points for the Hawks.

Game 6: FC Nostradamus 2 - 0 H-ton Hawks
Despite receiving treatment for his ankle injury, the Hawks were forced to rearrange their line-up at half time. Borthwick took position in goal and Cummings slotted into defence. This change also meant Lawrence assumed a more forward role in the hunt for goals. Unfortunately, even though the changes did not change the dynamics of the team, the Hawks conceded two goals and another defeat.

Game 7: Bare-arsed Monkeys 0 - 0 H-ton Hawks
With Bothwick continuing in goal, the other players couldn't make their chances count in this physical bottom of the table clash. With both sides ruing missed chances, the match ended in a stalemate.

Game 8: H-ton Hawks 1 - 2 Alan's All-Stars
Requiring only a draw from the game to secure a semi-final place, the Hawks still had everything to play for. The All-Stars went in at half time with a 2 goal advantage. The second half saw better play from the Hawks, with them making use of space they were finding. Cummings managed to pull one back with a well taken goal from the right-hand side. Unfortunately time was against them and the Hawks couldn't find the goal they desperately needed and were to be knocked out of the tournament.

The Hawks can take a lot from this tournament; all players scored and the performances showed the team is much improved.

Victoria 22 - 0 H-ton Hawks

The Hawks suffered a deserved heavy defeat at the hands of Victoria in the Friday League
In a game that had no positives for the Hawks, Victoria, who are the best opponents played to date, hammered home chance after chance. Despite the large lead, Victoria never let up. They were chasing every ball up until the final whistle. The Hawks were never in the game. With no individual performance warranting a mention, we won't.

The Hawks must improve this week against Bathroom Unit, 7.00pm Friday 20th October (court TBC).

Entertainers 14 - 4 H-ton Hawks (Association Cup)

The Hawks improvement continues but they once again lose to an unflatering margin
Despite an impressive opening to the game, the Hawks could not capitalise and sunk to a defeat in the quarter final match of the Association Cup. This week the squad was missing Wilson who was busy perfecting his ninja skills, and Borthwick started on from the bench. The Hawks had a promising opening first 5 minutes, closing the ball down well and keeping possession. This was capitalised on with a great left wing move, with SWA finally crossing to the goal scorer Lawrence.

The lead, however, was short lived with the Entertainers coming scoring goals in quick succession to go ahead. After missing training for 2 weeks and last weeks game, SWA's fitness was suffering. This resulted in a forced substitution. With Borthwick adopting a forward position, the defence was left exposed, resulting in further goals being conceded. Houghton managed to pull one back with his first of the season. This came from battling open play on the right hand side. The Entertainers claimed that Houghton had encroached on the box, but the referee dismissed this.

Starting the second half 5-2 down, the Hawks were in a not out of the game yet. Unfortunately, the Entertainers seemed to have their lucky shooting boots on. Even though Cummings put in a brave display in goal, their shots seemed to find the bottom corner, out of the reach of the keeper's fingertips. The Hawks managed to pull two further goals back, Borthwick this time supplying the assist from the left to give Lawrence his second, and a one-two by Houghton and Aldridge from a restart game Houghton the space to take on the defence before coolly slotting home his second of the match. This was all to be in vain as the Hawks conceded more goals, resulting in the final score being 14-4.

The next match is Friday 13th October at 7.00pm on Court 1. Friday the 13th lives up to its reputation for the Hawks as they face tough game against top of the table Victoria.

Great North Run 2006

Congratulations and well done to Robert who completed this year's Great North Run in around 2 hours 20 mins. He also managed to raise around £200 for Barnardo's.

Roof Truss 15 - 1 H-ton Hawks

In what was undoubtedly the best Hawks team performance of the season so far, they lost by a unjustified scoreline against Roof Truss in a league game
It a high tempo and well fought match, the Hawks suffered a heavy defeat against Roof Truss. With Lawrence sidelined due to his Great North Run preparation and SWA unable to make the match due to musical commitments, it meant that the five remaining team members would be forced to play the full 28 minutes.

The Hawks were 5-1 down at half time, with the goal coming from a well taken chance by Wilson, however they crumbled to a 15-1 defeat by full time. This was mostly down to fatigue. Despite the scoreline, the Hawks are still upbeat due to the performance and effort they put in against vastly superior opponents.

The next game is at 7.30pm Friday 6th October against Entertainers in the quarter finals of the Association Cup