Category: General Club News

April 23, 2022April 23, 2022

Match Preview – Tamworth v St Ives Town

TAMWORTH v ST IVES TOWN FC

The Pitching In Southern League Premier Central – Saturday 23 April 15:00

The Ives make the end of season journey to Staffordshire safe in the knowledge that step 3 status has been secured for another season with two excellent victories over the Easter weekend. A win for the Ives would see us equal our highest ever final standing of 13th place of which was absolutely unimaginable only a few weeks ago.

The Lambs are currently on a 13 match unbeaten run and sit in 9th place with 53 points from 39 games. Click here for Tamworth’s fixtures & results.

For those that are unable to attend this fixture can listen to live match commentary via Lambs Media. Click here to access.

Tamworth
The Lamb Ground
Tamworth
Staffs
B77 1AA

Admission Prices
Adults – £12
Concessions – £8
17-16 – £4
Under 16 – £2
Car Park £2

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33

April 18, 2022April 18, 2022

Match Preview – St Ives Town v AFC Rushden & Diamonds

ST IVES TOWN FC V AFC RUSHDEN & DIAMONDS

THE PITCHING IN SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION CENTRAL

Monday 18 April 3pm k.o

Match Sponsor

The Ives head into this game on the back of a superb 3-0 victory at Stratford less than 48 hours ago.

R&D currently occupy the final play off spot with 65 points from 38 games. Click here for Diamonds fixtures & results.

Our programme is online only. (Click here to view / download it).

Admission Prices*
Adults – £11
Concessions (over 65) – £8
Military Discount (with ID Card) – £5
Students (with ID Card) – £5
U16’s – 12 – £2
U12’s – Free (Accompanied with an adult)
*Pay at the gate (cash only)

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33

April 7, 2022

Match Preview – St Ives Town v Stourbridge

ST IVES TOWN FC V STOURBRIDGE FC

THE PITCHING IN SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION CENTRAL

Saturday 9 April 3pm k.o

Match Sponsor

Another important game for the Ives as we welcome Stourbridge to the Quattro-Tech Westwood Road and look to make it two home wins in a row and edge closer to safety from relegation.

The Glassboys are currently in 11th place with 46 points from 35 games. Click here for Stourbridge’s fixtures & results.

Our programme is online only. (Click here to view / download it).

Please note that the A1096 St Ives viaduct closed this weekend due to repair work.

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33

April 1, 2022April 1, 2022

Match Preview – St Ives Town v Rushall Olympic

ST IVES TOWN FC V RUSHALL OLYMPIC FC

THE PITCHING IN SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION CENTRAL

Saturday 2 April 3pm k.o

Match Sponsor

The Seven Wives

This is an important game for both sides, albeit for different reasons. 3 points for the Pics will guarantee a playoff spot. Whilst 3 points for the Ives will be vital as they look pull away from the relegation scrap.

The Pics are currently in 3rd place with 66 points from 35 games. Click here for Rushall’s fixtures & results.

Our programme is online only. (Click here to view / download it).

Please note that the A1096 St Ives viaduct closed this weekend due to repair work.

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33

March 19, 2022March 19, 2022

Match Preview – St Ives Town v Nuneaton Borough

ST IVES TOWN FC V NUNEATON BOROUGH FC

THE PITCHING IN SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION CENTRAL

Saturday 19 March 3pm k.o

Match Sponsor

SE HASE TRANSPORT LTD

The Ives welcome Nuneaton Borough to the Quattro-Tech Westwood Road today in what is a massive game for both sides as they look to pull away from the relegation places.

Borough are currently 1 place below the Ives in 17th place in the league with 33 points from 34 games. Click here for Nuneaton’s fixtures & results.

Our programme is online only. (Click here to view / download it).

Please note that the A1096 St Ives viaduct closed this weekend due to repair work.

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33

March 6, 2022March 6, 2022

The Thomas Quinn St Ives Town FC Golf Day – Friday 6 May 2022

The Thomas Quinn St Ives Town FC Golf Day

Friday 6 May 2022 at Pidley Golf Course

St Ives Town FC in association with Thomas Quinn are pleased to announce that after a 2 year absence our golf day is back.

DATE – Friday 6 May 2022

VENUE – Lakeside Lodge Pidley

AGENDA – Bacon Roll & Coffee on arrival. 18 Hole round of golf. Superb buffet (second to none) at the football club. Prize giving.

FORMAT – Teams of 4 playing Texas Scramble. Minimum of 3 drives per player.

COST – £50 per head.

Please contact Vic Moseley on 07950 756409 for further details.

February 25, 2022

Match Preview – St Ives Town v Coalville Town

ST IVES TOWN FC V COALVILLE TOWN FC

THE PITCHING IN SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION CENTRAL

Saturday 26 February 3pm k.o

Match Sponsor

The Ives play their second home game this week looking to build on the 1-1 draw against Needham Market on Tuesday.

Then Ravens are currently in 3rd place in the league with 60 points from 29 games. Click here for Coalville’s fixtures & results.

Our programme is online only. (Click here to view / download it).

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33

February 22, 2022February 22, 2022

Match Preview – St Ives Town v Needham Market

ST IVES TOWN FC V NEEDHAM MARKET FC

THE PITCHING IN SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION CENTRAL

Tuesday 22 February 7:45pm k.o

After 17 days without a game the Ives return to action as we meet Needham Market for the fourth time this season.

The Marketmen are currently in 10th place in the league table with 35 points from 27 games. They are also through to the 1/4 final of the FA Trophy where they host Stockport County. They started their campaign with a 2-0 victory over the Ives at WWR back in October. Click here for Needham Market’s fixtures & results.

Our programme is online only. (Click here to view / download it).

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33

February 8, 2022

Quattro-Tech Ltd become stadium sponsors of Westwood Road

St Ives Town FC are delighted to announce the continuation of our exciting and very successful Partnership with Quattro-Tech Ltd, with the fantastic news that they are to become our new stadium sponsors.

Quattro-Tech are an automotive business based in St.Ives and were founded in 2013. To have the greatly enhanced support of such a well-respected, well established and successful company is outstanding news for the club. The deal will run until the summer of 2024 and they will continue to provide their array of services at discounted rates to all club sponsors and season ticket holders. Discounts will be agreed on an individual basis and sight of a current season is all that is required.

Mark Taylor SITFC Commercial Director stated ‘It is brilliant news for the club to have not only the continued backing of such a successful and well thought of local business but on such an enhanced basis. This really helps to underpin the continued growth and progression of the club. We really look forward to working with QT and developing our great relationship for many years to come.

Justin Reason Director at Quattro-Tech added, Quattro-Tech are delighted to further our relationship with St Ives FC. Supporting local organisations is key for Quattro-Tech to give something back to the local community who have supported our business over many years. New investment in the club has seen the development of the Westwood Road facilities, promoting the club to a daily useable sports venue for the town, in addition to providing a premiership quality surface for all local football clubs to use not just the St Ives FC teams. A local community club that Quattro-Tech are proud to associate with and look forward to working together in future successful years for the club.

Quattro-Tech (QT) is your main dealer alternative for Volkswagon, Audi, SEAT, Skoda and VW commercials, using genuine VWG or original equipment parts to service, repair and maintain your vehicle whilst upholding your manufacturer’s warranty and service record. QT can offer a range of performance enhancing upgrades for a large number of the VWG vehicles through their performance partners Revo (exclusive partnership in Cambridgeshire who are market leaders in delivering switchable performance re-map software/hardware) and other performance suppliers.

QT offer a highly competitive, personal and direct service. They deliver exceptional value for money, demonstrate vast knowledge and experience, latest equipment and a customer centric approach. This gives QT the edge on competitors.

Quattro-Tech cars gives a fantastic buying experience in the used car buying arena. All cars are hand picked by their experts followed by a structured check over by the brand trained technical specialist and an MOT. All designed to give the customer real peace of mind that you are buying a quality used car.

Quattro-Tech Vanwerks offer bespoke Camper van conversions offering positive, sustainable innovation to the campervan market. Have it exactly as you want it – We can design a conversion to meet your exact needs. We only use the best components and materials to ensure you’re getting a product that’s going to be reliable so you don’t have to worry when you’re on holiday.

St Ives club captain Brett Solkhon (left) with Justin Reason of Quattro-Tech and Mark Taylor of St Ives Town Marketing.

February 4, 2022February 4, 2022

Match Preview – St Ives Town v Leiston

ST IVES TOWN FC V LEISTON FC

THE PITCHING IN SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION CENTRAL

Saturday 5 February 3pm k.o

Match Sponsor – Thomas Quinn Ltd

Match Ball Sponsor – VM Associates

After securing a place in the final of the Hunts Senior Cup, the Ives turn their attention back to the league and look to build on last weekends draw at Royston’s we welcome Leiston to the Quattro-Tech Westwood Road.

On the player front, 17 year old goalkeeper Eddie Brearey has been brought in on loan from Oxford Utd as back up to James Goff.

Leiston are currently in 7th place in the league table with 42 points from 27 games. Click here for Leiston’s fixtures & results.

Our programme is online only. (Click here to view / download it).

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33

January 28, 2022January 28, 2022

Match Preview – Royston Town v St Ives Town

ROYSTON TOWN v ST IVES TOWN FC

The Pitching In Southern League Premier Central – Saturday 29 January 15:00

The Ives make the relatively short trip to Hertfordshire looking to climb the table once more after the disappointing 0-4 reverse at the hands of Hitchin 2 weeks ago.

Two more players have been brought in to the Ives fold. Midfielder Elliot Kettle joins having previously been at Hitchin, Biggleswade, Grays & East Thurrock. Also joining the Ives on loan from Northampton Town is winger Liam Cross who makes a welcome return having scored 4 goals in 15 appearances earlier this season.

The Crows are currently in 8th place with 36 points from 28 games. Click here for Royston’s fixtures & results.

Royston Town
Garden Walk
Royston
Herts
SG8 7HP

Admission Prices
Adults – £10
Concessions (Over 65) – £6
Under 16 – £2

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33

January 16, 2022January 17, 2022

St Ives Town v Eynesbury Rovers – Tuesday 18 January

ST IVES TOWN FC V EYNESBURY ROVERS FC

Huntingdonshire Senior Cup Quarter-Final

Tuesday 18 January 7:45pm k.o

We welcome Eynesbury Rovers to the Quattro-Tech Westwood Road on Tuesday evening for a Hunts Senior Cup Fixture.

This is the only quarter final fixture in this competition as the other entrants (Godmanchester, St Neots & Yaxley) have all received byes in to the semi-finals.

Eynesbury currently ply their trade at step 5 in the United Counties League Premier South Division and are currently in 15th position. Former Ives players Tom Spark, Scott Sinclair & Luke Knight currently play for Rovers. Click here for their results and fixtures.

Our match day programmes are online only. Click here to view / download.

Admission prices have been reduced for this fixture, however, season tickets are not valid.

Admission Prices
Adults – £7
Concessions (over 65) – £4
Military Discount (with ID Card) – £4
Students (with ID Card) – £4
U16’s – 12 – £2
U12’s – Free (Accompanied with an adult)
*Pay at the gate (cash only)

January 4, 2022January 4, 2022

Fixtures update

Our away league game at Hitchin Town has been brought forward from 12 Feb and will now be played on Saturday 15 January, 3pm kick off.

We have been drawn at home to Eynesbury Rovers in the quarter final of the Hunts Senior Cup which will take place on Tuesday 18 January, 7:45pm kick off.

January 1, 2022January 1, 2022

Match Preview – AFC Rushden & Diamonds v St Ives Town

AFC RUSHDEN & DIAMONDS v ST IVES TOWN FC

The Pitching In Southern League Premier Central – Saturday 1 January 15:00

The Ives head to Northants for this New Years Day Derby looking to build on recent form and climb away from the relegation places.

On the player front, goalkeeper Ben Heath has been released. Along with the recent signing of James Goff, Ricky & Mike have also brought in another goalkeeper in 20 year old Lewis Patching. Former Northampton Town apprentice Lewis was recently with Hemel Hempstead.

Diamonds are currently in 7th place with 34 points from 22 games. Click here for R&D’s fixtures & results.

AFC Rushden & Diamonds
Hayden Road
Rushden
Northamptonshire
NN10 0HX

Admission Prices*
Adults – £11
Concessions (Over 60 & U16) – £8
Under 8 – Free
*CARD ONLY PAYMENT. CASH NOT ACCEPTED AT THE TURNSTILE.
Ticket can also be purchased ahead of the game. Click Here

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33

December 26, 2021December 26, 2021

Match Preview – St Ives Town v Biggleswade Town

ST IVES TOWN FC V BIGGLESWADE TOWN FC

THE PITCHING IN SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION CENTRAL

Monday 27 December 1pm k.o

The Ives head into this game on the back of an exciting 5-4 win at Barwell last Saturday which propelled them up to 14th position in the league table.

The Waders are currently in 16th place in the league table, 2 points behind the Ives but with 4 games in hand. Click here for Biggleswade Town’s fixtures & results.

Our programme is online only. (Click here to view / download it).

We are supporting Shelter’s #nohomekit campaign and will be wearing our away orange kit for this game. Click here for more details and to donate.

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33

December 21, 2021

Cambridge Sensotec donate a defibrillator to the club

One of our sponsors Cambridge Sensotec have kindly donated a Heartsine samaritan PAD 500P defibrillator to the club.

We would like to send our grateful thanks to Mark for this generous donation.

Presented by MD Mark Swetnam (right) to Gary Clarke St Ives Town FC Chairman.

December 18, 2021December 18, 2021

Match Preview – Barwell v St Ives Town

BARWELL FC v ST IVES TOWN FC

The Pitching In Southern League Premier Central – Saturday 18 December 15:00

The Ives head to Leicestershire looking for an immediate bounce back after their 0-1 defeat at Bromsgrove last weekend.

Ricky & Mike have been busy once again on the player recruitment front withy 2 additions this week. The first is 18 year old defender Ben Watt who joins on loan from Oxford Utd. The second is Callum Westwood who also plays in defence joining from Corby Town. Callum has also played for Nuneaton and Stratford this season.

Barwell are just one point ahead of the Ives on 21 points having both played 22 games. However, Barwell’s first 14 games were all away from home as they were having a 3G pitch laid. Click here for Barwell’s fixtures & results.

Barwell FC
Kirkby Road
Barwell
Leicestershire
LE9 8FQ

Admission Prices
Adults – £10
Concessions – £6
Under 16 – £3
Under 11 – Free

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33

December 10, 2021

Match Preview – Bromsgrove Sporting v St Ives Town

BROMSGROVE SPORTING FC v ST IVES TOWN FC

The Pitching In Southern League Premier Central – Saturday 11 December 15:00

A week after relieving Banbury of their unbeaten league run last week, the ives head to Worcestershire on the back of a 3 game unbeaten run.

On the player front Camron McWilliams has departed the club to sign for Nuneaton Borough.

The two teams only met 3 games ago playing out an entertaining 2-2 draw. Sporting are on level points with the Ives (20) but have a superior game difference and 4 games in hand. Click here to view their results / fixtures.

Bromsgrove Sporting FC
TheVictoria Ground
Birmingham Road
Bromsgrove
Worcestershire
B61 0DR

Admission Prices
Adults – £12
Concessions – £9 (aged 65+)
Under 17-12 – £6
Junior (3-11) – £1

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33

December 3, 2021December 3, 2021

Match Preview – St Ives Town v Banbury United

ST IVES TOWN FC V BANBURY UNITED FC

THE PITCHING IN SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION CENTRAL

Saturday 4 December 3pm k.o

The Ives head into this game on the back of two 2-2 draws against an unbeaten Banbury United.

Oxford Utd goalkeeper Mackenzie Chapman joins the Ives on an initial one month loan ahead of tomorrow’s game as Paul White left the club this week to join Peterborough Sports and Ben Heath is suspended following his red card at Lowestoft last Saturday. Coincidentally Mackenzie has also played for Banbury this season on loan.

The Puritans are the last remaining unbeaten team in the division with 13 wins & 3 draws. They also reached the 1st round of the FA Cup before bowing out in front of the cameras at the hands of Barrow. Click here for Banbury United’s fixtures & results.

The two clubs have met at WWR on 3 occasions with all 3 games ending in draws. We last met here on 24/11/18 in an entertaining 2-2 draw with the Ives going 2-0 up in the first 6 minutes. You can read the match report from our archives by clicking here.

Our programme is online only. (Click here to view / download it).

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33

November 19, 2021

Match Preview – St Ives Town v Peterborough Sports

ST IVES TOWN FC V PETERBOROUGH SPORTS FC

THE PITCHING IN SOUTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION CENTRAL

Saturday 20 November 3pm k.o

The Ives head into this game after a 1-3 defeat at Rushall Olympic on Tuesday. However they will be looking to build on the 2-1 victory over Redditch at WWR the previous Tuesday.

Sports started the season as the bookies favourites for the title and are very much in the mix with 36 points from 14 games. Click here for Peterborough Sports fixtures & results.

Our programme is online only. (Click here to view / download it).

Southern League Premier Central

Pos	Club	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Banbury United	40	32	6	2	92	32	60	102
2	Peterborough Sports	40	24	7	9	94	46	48	79
3	Coalville Town	40	23	9	8	86	47	39	78
4	Rushall Olympic	40	20	9	11	80	54	26	69
5	Alvechurch	40	18	11	11	57	41	16	65
6	AFC Rushden & Diamonds	40	19	8	13	57	49	8	65
7	Leiston	40	18	6	16	59	65	-6	60
8	Royston Town	40	17	8	15	65	51	14	59
9	Hednesford Town	40	14	12	14	66	64	2	54
10	Tamworth	40	14	12	14	58	58	0	54
11	Stourbridge	40	15	8	17	61	71	-10	53
12	Needham Market	40	12	13	15	66	69	-3	49
13	Stratford Town	40	13	8	19	48	70	-22	47
14	St Ives Town	40	13	8	19	57	90	-33	47
15	Redditch United	40	11	12	17	38	50	-12	45
16	Nuneaton Borough	40	11	10	19	51	62	-11	42
17	Hitchin Town	40	11	9	20	47	58	-11	42
18	Bromsgrove Sporting	40	10	12	18	36	59	-23	42
19	Barwell	40	10	11	19	57	78	-21	41
20	Biggleswade Town	40	7	13	20	47	64	-17	34
21	Lowestoft Town	40	9	6	25	49	93	-44	33