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Saturday 20th September
Bilton Ajax Juniors 0 – 9 Lawford United
An experienced Lawford team were the visitors for Bilton Ajax Juniors inaugural match. Lawford started well, with three early goals. Ajax then enjoyed their best spell of the match, having plenty of possession and threatening the Lawford goal. On the stroke of half time the Bilton side conceded an unfortunate penalty which Lawford converted.
A lively second half began with Lawford scoring a deflected goal, before adding further goals late on as their experience told.
MOTM Jack Unett
Saturday 4th October
Whitnash Town Colts 8 – 1 Bilton Ajax Juniors
The score-line does not do justice to a hard fought encounter. Whitnash took the lead after 5 minutes and added two further goals against the run of play just before half time. A swift counter attack bought a fourth goal for Whitnash before Ajax hit back. A determined run by Fabrizio Paglianni was halted unfairly in the box and Quincy Garcia confidently dispatched the resulting penalty. With Ajax pressing for further goals, Whitnash decisively converted 2 swift counter attacks. Despite plenty of possession, the attacking intent of Ciaran Dempsey and the determination of Ollie Cool, Ajax conceded 2 more breakaway goals deep into stoppage time.
A really encouraging performance for an inexperienced team.
MOTM Fabrizio Paglianni
Saturday 11th October
Bilton Ajax Juniors 2 – 2 Banbury Irish Under 10’s
A pulsating game finished all square. Banbury scored first from a corner before Ajax restored parity when a William Miller pass was converted by Quincy Garcia. As half time approached Juniors pressed but excellent defending thwarted Troy Loveridge and Ollie Cool. Ajax took the lead in the second half with a blast from Kyle Smith and held on with determined tackling from Tom Dunkley and the Wilkins Brothers. Eventually Banbury drew level from a free kick and pressed as Bilton reshuffled due to an injury to midfield dynamo Fabrizio Paglianni. A rousing finale saw both teams going for victory. Assured handling by goalie Jack Unett, solid defending by Ben Carew and Kieran Rodham ensured a first point of the season for Juniors.
MOTM Ben Carew
Saturday 18th October 2008
Bilton Ajax Juniors 2 – 5 Woodford Halse Under 10’s
A below par performance by Ajax in the first half saw them trail nil- 2 at half time. Defensive lapses cost Bilton dearly and their only threat was 2 Quincy Garcia drives that went narrowly wide. Woodford increased their lead in the second half through an own goal, a free kick and a tidy finish before Ajax sprang to life. A Troy Loveridge shot worked the Woodford goalie before a six pass move culminated in a confident finish by Ollie Cool. Almost immediately Ollie added a second before being denied a hat trick by a timely interception following an Ajax corner. Despite excellent performances from Max Wilkins and Ben Carew, Juniors must aim to be quicker off the starting blocks in future.
MOTM Ollie Cool
Saturday 25th October 2008
Admirals 7 – 1 Bilton Ajax Juniors Under 10’s
A bright start from Ajax saw a Max Wilkins effort go narrowly over before a precise Fabrizio Paglianni shot gave them the lead. Moments later Admirals equalized and despite a Jack Unett effort that dipped narrowly over Juniors went 3 – 1 down at half time.
Admirals scored early in the second half and then conceded a penalty for a trip on Ollie Cool. Ollie’s penalty hit the post then ran agonisingly along the line before being cleared.
Despite plenty of possession Ajax’s only other effort was a Troy Loveridge snapshot that shaved the upright before conceding three late goals.
A good effort against well disciplined opposition, with fine performances from Kieran Rodham and William Miller.
MOTM Fabrizio Paglianni
Saturday 1st November 2008
Bilton Ajax Juniors 0 – 2 Central Ajax Under 10’s
A bitterly cold day saw a keenly contested game between two totally committed sides.
Central Ajax scored in the second minute and added another goal shortly after a Kyle Smith drive went narrowly wide for Bilton. Strong tackling by Ben Carew and Kieran Rodham combined with the safe handling of Jack Unett ensured juniors were only 2-0 down at half time.
Bilton responding to the promptings of Tom Dunkley dominated the second half. Fabrizio Paglianini and Troy Loveridge both brought flying saves out of the Central goalie, before Quincy Garcia and Ollie Cool were denied in goalmouth scrambles.
The final whistle came too quickly for juniors but credit to Central Ajax for a sterling defensive display.
Great effort Bilton and one worthy of a point. Season's best performances from many players.
MOTM Tom Dunkley
Saturday 8th November 2008
Woodford Utd 6 – 1 Bilton Juniors
League Cup 1st Round
Heavy overnight rain made the pitch like a bog. Ajax got bogged down conceding two early goals and losing keeper Jack Unett to injury. Quincy Garcia went close twice before Ajax conceded two further goals as Woodford coped better in the quagmire conditions.
On the stroke of half time Juniors conceded again the conditions once more claiming the assist.
Bilton began the second half strongly and five players were denied in a monumental goalmouth scramble. Against the run of play Woodford scored again before Ciaran Dempsey went close twice for Juniors. Eventually Ajax were rewarded for their second half dominance when Troy Loveridge robbed the Woodford defence and released Ollie Cool to finish confidently. Despite more pressure the Woodford defence held firm until the final whistle.
A good second half with fine performances from Fabrizio Pagliarini and Dom Wilkins.
MOTM Fabrizio Pagliarini
Saturday 15th November 2008
Radford Semele Rangers 5 -0 Bilton Ajax Juniors
A physical encounter saw Radford run out the eventual winners. The first half was ferociously fought, Radford scoring halfway through and Bilton seeing an Ollie Cool drive rebound off the post.
In the second half the game was decided by two bizarre refereeing decisions after Radford added a second and both Juniors strikers were denied by the Rangers keeper. Radford were awarded a ghost goal that nobody in the ground apart from the ref thought had crossed the line and moments later Radford scored again after a bad challenge on an Ajax player went unpunished. Radford added another on the final whistle.
The scoreline does not give an accurate reflection of the game with notable performances from Jack Unett, Kieran Rodham and rapidly improving Dom Wilkins.
MOTM Jack Unett
Saturday 22nd November 2008
Bilton Ajax Juniors 1 – 7 Bilton Ajax Colts
A competitive opening saw Juniors have the better of the early exchanges before Colts scored and added a second before half time. Juniors came out fired up in the second half Ciaran Dempsey finishing well and Fabrizio Pagliarini going close to restoring parity. Colts added a third before a Troy Loveridge shot went narrowly wide for Juniors.
A fourth goal came from Colts direct from a corner before they increased their advantage by three goals as Juniors heads went down in the last ten minutes. Jack Unett excelled in the Juniors goal.
MOTM Jack Unett
Saturday 29th November 2008
Stratford Wanderers 4 – 1 Bilton Ajax Juniors Under 10’s
A foggy morning saw Juniors visit Stratford for the first of five consecutive away fixtures.
Ajax started brightly Max Wilkins converting a pinpoint Troy Loveridge corner. Stratford in search of an equaliser attacked relentlessly, with the ever improving defensive duo of Ben Carew and Kieran Rodham standing firm.
Eventually Wanderers levelled before midfield dynamo Fabrizio Pagliarini went close to restoring Bilton's lead.
t half time the scores were level the crossbar coming to the aid of Ajax. Stratford scored early in the second half then repelled constant Ajax attacks. They added a third and despite the strong running of Tom Dunkley and Ollie Cool Juniors couldn't pierce a solid defence. Stratford broke away right on time to add a fourth.
A much improved performance Juniors with excellent displays from stand in keepers William Miller and Kyle Smith.
MOTM Troy Loveridge
Saturday 13th December 2008
Wulstan Dynamo 9 – 2 Bilton Ajax Juniors
Strong winds and driving rain welcomed Juniors back into action after an enforced break due to illness.
Wulston adapted better to the conditions and scored a couple of early goals. Individual and collective errors due to Juniors inexperience of playing in such atrocious conditions saw them concede another 4 goals prior to half time.
Ajax began the second half in much more determined fashion, Fabrizio Pagliarini scoring a superb individual goal and adding a second almost immediately. Bilton began to pass the ball around as they can and only alert keeping maintained Wulstan's healthy advantage. As Ajax began to run out of steam they conceded a penalty excellently saved by William Miller before being caught out by 3 late goals which made the final result look a lot worse than it actually was.
A spirited recovery in the second half lads.
MOTM Fabrizio Pagliarini
Saturday 20th December 2008
Henley Forest of Arden 5-0 Bilton Ajax Juniors
Henley began confidently and took a fifth minute lead. Ajax had plenty of possession but couldn't penetrate a watertight defence. Henley added 2 more goals before half time with Ajax relying on the defensive skills of Dom Wilkins to keep the score down.
Juniors began the second half strongly with Jack Unett moving confidently into defence and some excellent link play between Troy Loveridge and Ollie Cool pressurising the home defence. Tom Dunkley released Fabrizio Pagliarini who drew a fine save from the Henley keeper before the home team upped the tempo. William Miller in the Ajax goal made some good saves before being beaten twice late on. Ciaran Dempsey drew a smart save from the Henley keeper but despite a great effort Juniors couldn't get on the score-sheet
MOTM Dom Wilkins
Saturday 17th January 2009
Bilton Ajax 1 – 7 Norton Lindsay Colts
Ring rusty Juniors made a poor start conceding a goal of many deflections very early. Moments later they conceded a controversial goal that was allowed to stand much to the disappointment of Juniors coaching team and supporters.
Ajax though hit back. Quick thinking Kyle Smith released Ollie Cool who showed pace and composure to get behind Colts defence and finish from an acute angle. Norton Lindsey restored their two goal advantage in the only other first half chance.
The second half was quiet until mid-way through when Colts scored twice in a minute after lapses of concentration from Ajax. However Bilton didn't give up and excellent link play released Ollie on three further occasions but he was denied by Colts keeper. Bilton conceded late goals as they chased the game.
A fair effort Juniors better concentration and fitness levels required though.
MOTM Kyle Smith
Saturday 21st February 2009
Woodford United 3 – 2 Bilton Ajax Juniors
A thrilling encounter saw Juniors narrowly beaten. Woodford began brightly scoring in the 3rd minute. Ajax responded positively, Ollie Cool and captain Fabrizio Pagliarini both going close. Against the run of play Woodford scored again and keeper Quincy Garcia saved well to keep the score 2-0 at the break.
Ajax reduced the arrears early in the second half. A five pass move started by Troy Loveridge on halfway was clinically finished by Ollie with Tom Dunkley claiming the assist. With Bilton pressing defenders Ben Carew, Dom Wilkins and the dominant Kieran Rodham needed to be at their best to repel Woodford breakaways. Ajax equalised when Troy and Max Wilkins combined, Troy scoring with a fine turn and shot. With minutes remaining Woodford got lucky on a break and scored following a fortunate rebound. Tremendous effort and application Juniors, deserved at least a draw.
MOTM Kieran Rodham
Saturday 28th February 2009
Central Ajax Juniors 2 - 1 Bilton Ajax Juniors
Central shaded a game of few chances. Strong defences dominated with Bilton pair of Ben Carew and Kyle Smith in top form. Central scored midway in the first half and Bilton goalie Jack Unett was the busier of the two keepers up until half time. Bilton were stronger in the second half with Fabrizio Pagliarini dominating midfield but Central did hit the post on a breakaway and moments later repeated the feat only this time converted the rebound. Bilton went close from a curling Troy Loveridge corner and two minutes later Troy scored directly from a corner, the ball bending into the roof of the net. With time ticking away Bilton pressurised the Central goal but desperate defending denied them. Another fabulous effort Bilton deserved more.
MOTM (jointly) Fabrizio Pagliarini & Troy Loveridge
Saturday 7th March 2009
Bilton Ajax Juniors 0 – 3 Radford Rangers Under 10’s
Radford shaded possession in the first half of a physical encounter but had to wait until 3 minutes before half time to take a controversial lead. Bilton keeper Jack Unett and a Radford striker lay injured on the floor as Radford stroked the ball home. This was harsh on Ajax who looked comfortable with Ben Carew composed in defence and Jack confident in goal. Bilton had more possession in the second half but relied on Dom Wilkins to break up a couple of Rangers attacks before they added a second. Ajax almost hit back immediately, Troy Loveridge setting up Quincy Garcia who dew a fine save from Rangers Keeper. Ollie Cool then shot wide after good work from Tom Dunkley and Fabrizio Pagliarini before Rangers added a third on the break 2 minutes from time. Ollie drew another save from the keeper right on the final whistle. Unlucky lads
MOTM Jack Unett
Saturday 14th March 2009
Bilton Ajax Juniors 2 – 4 Stratford Wanderers
An entertaining game saw Stratford race into a 2 goal lead with a fortuitous looping shot and a tremendous strike from halfway. Juniors retaliated with both Max Wilkins and Fabrizio Pagliarini being denied. Ajax then saw a curling Troy Loveridge corner smack the woodwork before Fabrizio reduced arrears with a well placed shot from distance.
Defensive sloppiness cost Ajax 2 further goals before half time. A reshuffled Bilton side began the second half brightly Ollie Cool being denied by the Stratford keeper before scoring with a low powerful drive. Ajax created many more chances Ollie, Troy and Fabrizio all going close before Tom Dunkley bought a fingertip save from the Stratford keeper. Excellent defending denied the occasional visitors breakaways and it was a good spirited performance by Ajax. Unlucky lads!
MOTM Fabrizio Pagliarini
Saturday 28th March 2009
Kenilworth Wardens Falcons 1 - 0 Bilton Ajax Juniors
A close encounter on a blustery morning saw Kenilworth narrowly win. With the slope in their favour Kenilworth had the better of the early exchanges going close with a powerful header. Juniors eventually settled and created a few chances, but half time saw the score 0-0. Ajax began well in the second half Ciaran Dempsey bringing a fine save from Falcons keeper before a slick move resulted in Kenilworth netting the decisive goal. Juniors had further opportunities the closest being a Kyle Smith free kick that fizzed over. Despite plenty of possession Bilton could not equalise and relied on Ben Carew and keeper Jack Unett to ensure Falcons did not increase their lead.
MOTM Ben Carew
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Wednesday 22nd April 2009
Bilton Ajax Juniors 1 – 0 Kenilworth Falcon Juniors
Juniors deservedly recorded their first ever victory. First chance went to Juniors Ollie Cool who was denied by the outstretched leg of the goalie after a pinpoint through ball from Troy Loveridge. Falcons only effort of the first half was a free kick which brought an outstanding saver from Ajax keeper Jack Unett. Bilton began strongly in the second half with Quincy Garcia, Max Wilkins and Fabrizio Pagliarini all going close. Eventually the breakthrough came with Ollie Cool latching onto a loose ball and finishing with a firm low drive. Kenilworth responded with a series of attacks that found keeper Jack in imperious form. The only time he was beaten Troy hacked the ball off the line to ensure Bilton the victory. The final whistle was greeted with loud cheers from the Bilton side.
MOTM Whole Team
Saturday 25th April 2009
Bilton Ajax Juniors 2 – 6 Wulstan Dynamoes
A sunny morning helped create a buoyant atmosphere for the final game of the season. Wulstan began buoyantly racing into a 2 goal lead before Ajax settled. The swiftness of Dynamoes attacking brought them further goals before Ollie Cool responded for Bilton with a fine solo goal. An own goal increased Wulstans lead before Troy Loveridge reduced the deficit scoring directly from a corner. Despite creating plenty of chances Ajax didn't score in the second half and neither did Dynamoes on their rare forays in the Bilton half. A good effort to end the season.
MOTM Ollie Cool
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