FCL U7 and U14 represent their country in Soisy-sur -Seine, Paris- June 2011

FCL JFC Home Ground situated at Baugh Road, Rectory Lane, Foots Cray, Kent DA14

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NEWS
Green Shield Victory Under 12 Yellows (posted Sun 13th May 2012)
Footscray Lions Under 12’s Yellow V Junior Red Knights Under 12’s Bob Staggs Green Shield Final – Under 12’s 4 pm k/o, 13/05/12 Venue: Petts Wood F.C Andy Bennett’s team had won all of their games in the Shield competition and went into the final against Junior Red Knights (JRK) with quiet confidence, having beaten them 2-1 earlier in the season. The windy conditions and bumpy pitch however, allied to some obvious early nerves, saw a kick and rush opening to the game and although against the run of play, JRK scored on the break to go one up. A few tactical changes later and FCL were starting to create the chances that their growing dominance deserved and shortly before the break, Diondre Thomas hit a 20 yard screamer over the keeper which saw FCL go in level at the break. The second half saw FCL take a firm stranglehold on the game and the free flowing football that they are capable of saw them camp in JRK’s half. There was always a threat on the break however but the defence had galvanised following a shaky first half and snuffed out anything that came their way. As the half wore on nerves were jangling amongst the large and dedicated FCL support on the touchline but anxiety turned to joy when Jack Leek bravely headed home after a goalmouth scramble with ten minutes to go. FCL now reverted to playing on the break as the impressive midfield unit retreated to form an impenetrable shield in front of the excellent defence and goalkeeper. It was no surprise when, with a few minutes left, Diondre raced clear to slide the ball past the on rushing keeper to seal the win. The crowd and coaching staff erupted and the match was won. A jubilant presentation ceremony was followed by an equally jubilant post match banquet and the win was dedicated to absent players Aiden Goodwin and Wil Lawler and also, long serving and respected manager, Andy Bennett. It was a great end to a transitional season which leaves everybody optimistic for great things next year from this fun loving and talented team. Manager: Andy Bennett Coach: Rob Herridge Squad: Jay Delaney (GK), Murray Farmer- Hartley, Oliver Herridge, Jamie Lyons, Ben Lewis, Michael Cody, Conal Taylor, Daniel Bate (C), Ryan Smith, Diondre Taylor (2), Jack Leek (1), Callum Bennett Also in squad but unavailable for final: Aiden Goodwin (Unwell), Wil Lawler (Holiday)
Congratulations-We have new qualified coaches. (posted Tue 24th Apr 2012)
We are pleased to announce that we have three new Level One qualified coaches. They are Holly Orton, John Mencia-Ince and Thomas Austen. Congratulations to them all and welcome to the Foots Cray Lions family!!
Girls Football Festival (posted Thu 29th Mar 2012)
Girls Football Festival On Saturday 24 March 9 teams with around 75 players decended on Hall Place for a girls football festival organised jointly by the London FA, Bexley Council and FCL. Congratultaions to all the girls who took part, but especially to Jemma Flint from FCL who won the player of the festival award and to the FCL U13's who went through the whole event undeafeted and also won the fair play trophy. Foots Cray Lions were really pleased to be associated with this great event and it was fantastic to see so many girls enjoying their football in such a friendly and positive environment.For more info check out- http://www.newsshopper.co.uk/sport/9615581.Football_event_a_big_hit_with_girls/ Also check out this link- http://www.shekicks.net/news/view/4936
Under 11\'s Success. (posted Sun 11th Mar 2012)
Congratulations to the Under 11's who have just won the Selkent B East division league. A great effort from all the boys!!!! Great Football!
100 GOALS FOR MITCHELL! (posted Sun 29th Jan 2012)
"100 Goals for Mitchell" In just his 3rd season at the club U13 White, striker Mitchell scored 4 goals today taking his total to 103! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. Well done Mitchell! KEEP 'EM COMING!!!!
U9 Promotion Success (posted Mon 23rd Jan 2012)
Well done to Terry Ansell's under 9's who won promotion into the B league. They were runners up in the C league only loosing one game all season. A great achievement by all the boys and the coaches.
Most successful season in clubs history (posted Sun 19th Jun 2011)
Congratulations to all the teams last season who have made it the best in the clubs long history. Last season Footscray Lions had more teams finishing in the top two than in any other previous campaigns. In addition many of the teams had successful cup and shield runs - Well done and the club wish you all the best for the forthcoming season !
U17 - FCL v Real Madrid (posted Sun 19th Jun 2011)
Dream fixture - Well done to the U17 team who travelled to Madrid for an international tournament this May. A high quality field from across Europe took part including academy sides from Real Madrid, Barcelona and Bolton Wanderers. The dreams came true as FCL were drawn against Real Madrid who fielded the son of French International Zinedan Zidan. Although the lads lost 3-1 it was an excellent display against one of the top academy sides in Spain.
ABOUT FCL
Foots Cray Lions played their first league game on 10th October 1977. The game was played at the old Foots Cray Outdoor Activity Centre football pitches, in the U/14 Division of the old Mercury Junior Football League against Bexley Colts, Foot’s Cray Lions running out 6-4 winners.

It had all started the previous year when the lads on the Foots Cray Estate
and the North Cray Estate started kicking a football around in the Foots
Cray Meadows. It wasn’t long before a dad, Alan Webster became interested in their efforts and started coaching them. Alan and a friend Bob Warner started organizing the boys as a proper team, and through Alan’s footballing connections friendly games were organized though the summer.

After much argument the name Foots Cray Lions was agreed. Foots Cray because that’s where home games would be played, and Lions as most of the boys supported Millwall. The newly formed club became affiliated to the LYFA with just one team in the U14’s division.

With up’s and downs over the next couple of years the ‘Lions’ struggled on eventually losing all of their junior football teams.

The opening of the Youth centre in Rectory Lane saw a new junior football team emerge under the banner of Foots Cray Lions, once again competing in the local leagues. From this point on new players were recruited and the junior teams grew and grew. Rectory Lane became the loved home of Foots Cray Lions JFC until a survey revealed the pitches were contaminated and the football stopped.

Today Foots Cray Lions fields over 20 junior teams from Under 6 to Under 18 catering for all abilities. Foots Cray Lions achieved FA recognition as an FA Charter Standard Development Club, an award the club is very proud of.

Our ground at Baugh Road, Rectory Lane is an important part of the club’s history and identity and the club is determined to return to play football on the pitches they call ‘home’ and develop the ground to cater for the boys and girls of Foots Cray Lions.
PLAYERS WANTED
Foots Cray Lions require players for the following age groups for the 2011 / 2012 season

Under 6's - Contact Mike Hanaway mobile 07773670319

Under 11's-2012/13 Season. After four successful years of mini-soccer, playing consistently in the highest 2 divisions of the Selkent League, the club is now looking for players to join next season’s Under 11’s. New players are needed to supplement the strong existing squad as we are moving from 7 a-side to 11 a-side football. We are looking to strengthen the squad in all positions in order to challenge at the highest level in the Selkent League. We will be training regularly throughout the summer and playing friendlies to prepare for 11 a-side football.
Please contact Ian Cogswell (07767 477 040 / ian.cogswell@uk.natixis.com) or Mark McDonald (07956 559 448 / markmcdonald6@yahoo.co.uk) for further information.


Under 12's - We are currently looking for a defender and goalkeeper to join our Selkent league 'B' division 11 'a' side football team. Please contact Andy Bennett on Email: vickybennett489@btinternet.com or 07988742876

U13's Black - Players wanted to expand squad - Please contact Martin Forde 07734 400043

U15's - Players wanted to strengthen good standard squad for coming season,excellent coaching by ex academy staff - Please contact Wayne on 07872 550356.


GIRLS WANTED - Footscray Lions JFC are looking for girls of any age and ability to strengthen their Girls football section. If you are interested in training and playing in a team environment please contact Lawrence ORTON on 07905 377665 or e mail footscraylionsgirls@yahoo.co.uk

or e-mail footscraylionsjfc@live.com

Training is by FA qualified coaches in a friendly, enjoyable and safe environment.
RESULTS
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For U12 / U13 Girls and Satur
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For Under 7 Yellow / Black, U8 Yellow / Black / White
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For U11 and U12 Yellow / Blac
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For U9, U10, U13 White / Black, U14 / U15 / U16, U17 / U18
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EVENTS
Sun 3rd Jun 2012 - Summer Tournament
Our tournament is Sunday 3rd June. For Under 11\'s and Under 13\'s.Baugh Road, Foots Cray. Application Form available soon.
Fri 15th Jun 2012 - Presentation Night
Our last presentation night of the season 2011/12, To be hels at Alexander Suite, Swanley. This night is for the Under 12\'s, Under 14\'s, Under 16\'s and the Under 18\'s.
Sun 8th Jul 2012 - Summer Tournament
Our second Summer Tournament is for Under 6\'s, Under 7\'s, Under 8\'s, Under 9\'s, Under 10\'s and Under 12\'s.Baugh Road, Foots Cray, Application available soon.