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| Archive news NOVEMBER 2007 |
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| 24-NOV-2007: Horsham 1 Harrow Borough 0 |
| Jacob Mingle's sublime free-kick gave Horsham a hard-earned victory over Harrow Borough this afternoon in a match in which the result outshone the performance. Mingle's 15th minute strike gave Horsham a deserved lead but only Carl Rook will know how he failed to extend the lead shortly after when he spooned the ball over the top of the goal and, from then on John Maggs' side struggled to make much of an impression on their determined opponents. Alan Mansfield, restored to the side in place of 'flu victim Paul Seuke, made a number of crucial saves as the Hornets withstood some late pressure to record their first league win since 6th October. Full report.... |
| 21-NOV-2007: Cup tie sold out |
| Hundreds of supporters descended upon the Atspeed Stadium, the Solo Caffe and M&J News today to snap up the remaining tickets for next week's big FA Cup clash with Swansea, causing tickets to sell out by 9.45am. The huge interest in the tie, Horsham's first ever appearance in the second round, was inevitably going to leave some supporters disappointed but club secretary John Lines insists that the club's policy regarding ticket distribution was made in the genuine interest of all supporters. "Unfortunately, there were always going to be some supporters who would be disappointed, no matter how the tickets were sold. It was only right that we gave priority to our season ticket holders and Supporters Club members, which we did on Monday and Tuesday, and we tried to make things easier for the general public by making tickets available from three different outlets today. We could quite easily have sold double the amount of tickets as the response has been so overwhelming but I am sure that those lucky enough to have bought a ticket will be in for a terrific evening." |
| 20-NOV-2007: Mansfield to miss cup tie |
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Club secretary John Lines today confirmed that goalkeeper Alan Mansfield will definitely miss the FA Cup second round tie with Swansea City following his controversial sending-off against Eastbourne Town last week. John Maggs was hoping to use video evidence in an attempt to overturn the decision and it was hoped that match referee Mr Child would recommend that the red card be rescinded but, as Lines explains "The FA say that under FIFA regulations they are not permitted to accept a downgrading request and so his suspension stands. There is also no mechanism for appeal now." Recent signing Paul Seuke is set to take Mansfield's place between the sticks. |
| 19-NOV-2007: Horsham v Maidenhead United - DVD now on sale |
| You can relive the excitement of our thrilling FA Cup victory against Maidenhead United on a new DVD, available now. Priced at just £5, the hour long recording includes all five goals, brief clips of the pre-match build up and those never-to-be-forgotten post match scenes when hundreds of fans poured on to the pitch to acclaim their Horsham heroes. Limited copies of the DVD will be on sale at Saturday's Ryman League clash with Harrow Borough or you can order yours by post by sending a cheque for £6.50 (inc p&p), made payable to Mark Wells, to 9 Ernest Road, Havant, Hants PO9 3TJ |
| 19-NOV-2007: Wembley Stadium tour - Sunday 27th January 2008 |
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Horsham FC committee member Paul Angus
is arranging a tour of the new Wembley stadium on Sunday 27th January
2008 and you can be a part of it. The trip costs just £25 per adult
and £18 per child and includes round-trip coach travel from Queen
Street, access to England's changing rooms, the players' warm-up zone,
VIP reception area, The Royal Box, the dugouts and much more. Feel the
excitement as you lift the cup inside this spectacular stadium. Anyone interested in making the trip should contact Paul, either at Saturday's game against Harrow Borough or by 'phone 07790 85966. Full payment will be required at the time of booking in order to secure the reservation. |
| 18-NOV-2007: Harlow and Ashford dates confirmed |
| Our Ryman League trips to Harlow Town and Ashford (Mx) have been confirmed for 15th January and 5th February respectively. Both these fixtures had to be rearranged due to cup commitments. |
| 18-NOV-2007: Hendon 2 Horsham 0 |
| Horsham were left cursing their luck after the woodwork twice came to Hendon's aid in yesterday's top of the table clash at Claremont Road. Lewis Taylor and Simon Austin were both denied as Horsham fell to their fifth league defeat of the season as the Greens repeated last season's scoreline through goals from Casey McLaren and Belal Aiteouakrim. Full report... |
| 15-NOV-2007: Westcott on the move |
| Horsham were rocked today by the news that John Westcott has decided to join up with former Hornets assistant manager Tommy Warrilow at Tonbridge Angels. The popular winger made 169 appearances for the club, scoring 25 goals, and was player of the year for season 2004-5. It is believed that 'Westy' has signed a 2 year contract with Horsham's divisional rivals.. |
| 15-NOV-2007: Harlow match rearranged....again |
| Our scheduled trip to play Harlow Town on 27th November has been postponed to enable the club to prepare for the FA Cup tie against Swansea City, three days later. |
| 15-NOV-2007: Horsham set for revenge mission |
| Horsham will entertain Walton Casuals in the 4th round of the Isthmian League Cup following today's draw. The tie provides John Maggs' side with the chance to avenge last season's defeat against the Surrey club who caused something of a surprise when they triumphed 5-3 at Queen Street in the same competition. The tie is scheduled to be played w/c 3rd December |
| 14-NOV-2007: Eastbourne Town 1 Horsham 5 |
| Horsham suffered a major blow tonight when goalkeeper Alan Mansfield was dismissed in this Isthmian League Cup romp at Eastbourne Town and now looks set to miss the club's FA Cup 2nd round clash with Swansea City in a fortnight's time. The former Three Bridges stopper, only playing due to Paul Seuke's ineligibility, saw red in the final minutes for handling the ball outside his area. Horsham's goalscorers were Jacob Mingle, Simon Austin, Lee Carney, Lee Farrell and Lewis Taylor. Full report.... |
| 14-NOV-2007: Cup tie chosen for live coverage |
| Horsham's FA Cup 2nd round tie with Swansea City has been confirmed as Sky TV's live broadcast and will be played at the Atspeed Stadium on Friday 30th November, kick-off 7.45pm. |
| 11-NOV-2007: Hornets to entertain Swansea in cup 2nd round |
| Horsham got the tie they wanted when today's televised draw presented them with an FA Cup 2nd round meeting at home to League One side Swansea City. After yesterday's exhilarating win against Maidenhead United, manager John Maggs was hoping for one of 'the big three' of Leeds United, Nottingham Forest or Swansea City and his dreams were answered when former England internationals Steve Hodge and Cyrille Regis drew the numbers from the famous velvet bag. Speaking to the West Sussex County Times, a delighted Maggs said "There could be a shock on the cards, I think it's a winnable game." |
| 10-NOV-2007: Horsham 4 Maidenhead United 1 |
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Over 3,000 ecstatic supporters acclaimed an outstanding display from Horsham that saw them blow Conference South side Maidenhead away to claim a place in the second round of the FA Cup for the first time in their history. A stunning long range strike from the excellent Nigel Brake gave the Hornets the lead on the stroke of half-time and Lee Carney doubled their advantage after the break with an acrobatic overhead kick. Although Dwane Lee immediately reduced the arrears with a penalty, Horsham added two goals in the final eight minutes through Carney and substitute Lee Farrell and, although Gary Charman received his marching orders for a second yellow card, John Maggs' side held on for a comfortable victory to prompt a pitch invasion at the final whistle. Full report... |
| 08-NOV-2007: FA Cup memories part 2 - Maidenhead Utd v Horsham 1991 |
| Part two of this week's brief review of past FA Cup ties sees us go back to Horsham's epic run to the final qualifying round of the 1992 competition when a narrow win against Saturday's visitors Maidenhead United earned us a tie with John Maggs' Crawley Town. More.... |
| 07-NOV-2007: Fenelon on the move |
| Chamal Fenelon is set to join Conference South side Havant & Waterlooville after Horsham today agreed the release of the striker who has scored 3 goals in 4 appearances for the club. Fenelon joined Horsham from Pease Pottage Village in the summer but a lengthy suspension meant that he had to wait until October before making his debut. However, he has been reportedly unwilling to play for John Maggs' side after being made aware of the Hampshire club's interest, giving Horsham little option than to release him from his contract. |
| 07-NOV-2007: FA Cup memories part 1 - Horsham v Swindon Town 1966 |
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As Saturday's big FA Cup tie with Maidenhead United draws ever closer, we take a moment to look back at Horsham's last appearance in the FA Cup 1st round when Swindon Town were the visitors, back in November 1966, and a record crowd gathered at the Queen Street ground to see if the Hornets could upset the odds and pull off a famous victory. More... |
| 06-NOV-2007: Maggs goes it alone |
| The club has confirmed that assistant manager Tommy Warrilow has accepted an offer to manage divisional rivals Tonbridge Angels and has left the club with immediate effect. Warrilow had been John Maggs' 'number two' since January 2004 and has played a major role in the club's successes in that time. Maggs admitted that it's a massive blow to the club but insists that there's no hard feelings towards Warrilow who he has known for over 20 years. "I signed Tommy for Crawley from Torquay when he was a 23 year old and then I brought him to Horsham as a player before he had a serious car crash that ended his career. Our relationship goes beyond that of manager and assistant. I look upon Tom as a member of my own family so it is a massive blow to see him leave but I've said many times that he will be a huge success as a manager and I see Tonbridge as a stepping stone for him. He certainly leaves with my blessing and, although it's come at a very bad time for us, life goes on and we will all make sure that we are fully focused on Saturday's game." Warrilow will team up again with former Horsham coach Cliff Cant who will become his assistant. |
| 03-NOV-2007: Witham Town 3 Horsham 2 |
| Horsham crashed out of the FA Trophy this afternoon with a disappointing defeat at Ryman League Division One (North) side Witham Town. Two goals from Cody McDonald, the Essex club's leading scorer, and one from Jamie Ricks condemned the Hornets to their first defeat in six matches, continuing the visitors' dismal record in the competition. Lewis Taylor had given Horsham hope with a first half equaliser but they were unable to add to their tally until Chamal Fenelon fired home in the 4th minute of injury time. Full report... |
| 01-NOV-2007: Chippenham goals now in Video Library |
| Horsham's goals from Saturday's 3-2 win at Chippenham Town can now be seen in the Video Library, thanks to loyal supporter Tim Harrison's excellent camera work |