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AUGUST 2007
31st August 2007
Defensive mistakes and wasted chances
Port Talbot Town suffered their second away defeat of the season on Friday night as Haverfordwest County capitalised on sloppy defending to claim a 2-1 victory. Port Talbot had all the possession but failed to convert their chances into goals before the home side scored twice in three minutes during the second half to leave Port Talbot chasing the game. Liam McCreesh scored his first goal for the club in the last few minutes of the match but it was not enough to prevent the side losing a game they should have won comfortably. Port Talbot are now back in cup action at Llanelli on Tuesday, 4th September, in the Loosemores Solicitors Challenge Cup group stage.
31st August 2007
Academy take on Llanelli this Sunday
Our three Academy sides travel to Llanelli on Sunday to play their next round of friendlies and will look to build on their performances at AFC Bournemouth last weekend.
30th August 2007
Welsh Schools comeback against Irish
The Welsh Schools Football Association Under-16 side came back from being two goals down to draw 2-2 against their Republic of Ireland counterparts at the RE/MAX Stadium on Thursday night.
30th August 2007
Academy Update from the Under-14s
Port Talbot Town Under-14 Academy side defeated Pontardawe Town 2-1 on Thursday night in a friendly match with goals from Ryan Morgan and a free kick from Sam Hodge.
29th August 2007
Former team-mates with Premier points to prove
Liam McCreesh and Ian Jones experienced highs and lows together at Afan Lido in May this year with a League Cup Final win and a Welsh Cup Final defeat. This Friday the two will be on opposite sides however when Port Talbot Town travel to Haverfordwest County in the Principality Welsh Premier League. Haverfordwest manager Derek Brazil brought Jones back to the Welsh Premier after a seven year absence in the summer after the former Inter Cardiff striker scored 42 Welsh League goals last season. McCreesh made a single appearance for Haverfordwest on dual registration last season but despite their interest in signing him this year, McCreesh made the move to Port Talbot Town to build on his impressive statistic of already playing 92 games in the Welsh Premier League despite not yet turning 22 years of age. Port Talbot Town manager Tony Pennock was delighted with his sides performance in their five goal victory over Newtown on Saturday while Haverfordwest were defeated 2-0 at Bangor City. Kick off is at 7.30pm with a coach leaving the ground at 4.00pm.
29th August 2007
Kristian O’Leary Testimonial this Sunday
On Sunday, 2nd September, Swansea City midfielder Kristian O’Leary will hold a testimonial match at the RE/MAX Stadium with a combined Port Talbot & Afan Lido veterans side taking on the Swansea City All Stars team. The All Stars will include Jason Smith, Matthew Bound, Julian Alsop, Jonathan Coates ,Gary Emmanuel, Wyndham Evans, Alan Curtis, Dudley Lewis, Chris Marustik and many others. Cyril the Swan will also be in attendance and there will be a number of stalls available to make this a family day out. After the match there will be a live band performing in the clubhouse. Kristian made his first senior appearance for the side in the 1995-1996 season and is the club’s longest serving player by a number of years. The Port Talbot born midfielder has played over 300 1st team games for the club and has experienced a number of highs and lows during his career at Swansea City. O’Leary made a brief loan move to Cheltenham Town last season but turned down a three-year contract to stay with Swansea City. Kick off is at 2.00pm.
29th August 2007
Local league teams kick off this weekend
Port Talbot Town’s three senior teams in the MPN Windows Port Talbot & District Football League will play their opening games of the season this weekend. The Premier Division side are away to Corus FC on Saturday before travelling to Trefelin BGC on Tuesday evening while the First Division side are away to Abercregan Refresh on Saturday before the take on local rivals Afan Lido at home the following Thursday evening. In the Sunday Division Matthew John’s side start their season at home this weekend with a difficult match against Real Bay View and will then take on the Port Talbot Tigers away the following weekened. The fixtures for the mini-football sides in the club are yet to be released although our three Under-16 teams will start their season on the 15th of September when Peter Malyn and Steve Anwar’s ‘Yellows’ are away to Cwmafan BGC A. Chris Rees’ Under-16 ‘Whites’ side then start their season at home on the 19th of September against Ian Tomlinson’s ‘Blues’. Full fixtures can be found on each teams page link on the main menu.
27th August 2007
Wales youngsters grab last minute winner
Brian Flynn’s Wales Under-17 side claimed a deserved 2-1 victory over Belgium at the RE/MAX Stadium on Monday afternoon.
27th August 2007
Pennock praises side after five goal win
Port Talbot Town manager Tony Pennock was delighted with his sides 5-1 victory over Newtown on Saturday. “It was a very encouraging win, and I was especially pleased to see the players bounce back following a disappointing second half performance at Caernarfon in our previous match,” said Pennock. “We totally dominated the first half just like last week, but establishing a two-goal interval lead in this game was the big difference. Daniel Lancey and Liam McCreesh were a big plus by constantly causing problems to the Newtown defence. It was good to see Kerry Morgan came off the substitutes' bench and score in his first game for us too, he chased a series of lost causes before anticipating a poor back pass and then made a lightning strike in the final attack of the match.”
27th August 2007
Welsh Premier weekend round-up
Aberystwyth Town were the talk of the weekend following thier 5-1 victory over champions The New Saints at Park Avenue. Striker Jamie Reed, on loan from League Two side Wrexham, claimed a hat-trick in a superb performance. Caernarfon Town went to the top of the table with a comfortable win at Porthmadog while Llanelli showed their title intentions with a result away to Rhyl, Rhys Griffiths and Craig Jones scoring for Peter Nicholas’s side. Newcomers Neath Athletic and Llangefni Town both suffered defeats while new Bangor City manager Neville Powell enjoyed a comfortable 2-0 win at home to Haverfordwest County. Airbus UK Broughton held their top six place in the early standings with a 3-2 win at Caersws while Welshpool Town claimed the three points at NEWI Cefn Druids with a 2-0 result. Port Talbot Town matched Aberystwyth with a five goal victory at home to Newtown with striker Martin Rose scoring twice in the comfortable win.
25th August 2007
Rose a thorn in Newtown’s side
Striker Martin Rose led from the front with a man of the match performance as Port Talbot Town claimed a 5-1 victory over Newtown at the RE/MAX Stadium on Saturday with a dominating performance. Rose scored either side of half-time after Lee Surman had opened the scoring on 39 minutes with further second half goals from Dylan Blain and new signing Kerry Morgan completing the rout. Manager Tony Pennock made some surprise changes to his side with Scott Barrow and Dyfan Pierce both left out of the squad while Dean Johnstone was named as substitute but the superb team performance on the day was more than enough justification.
25th August 2007
Away draw in FAW Premier Cup
Port Talbot Town have been drawn away to Porthmadog in the opening round of the FAW Premier Cup. The match will be played on Tuesday, 2nd October.
25th August 2007
Defeat for Academy sides at AFC Bournemouth
Our three Academy sides were defeated at AFC Bournemouth on Saturday but a number of positives were taken from a successful day. It was the first in a series of matches against Football League clubs and the players more than benefited from the experience. Full reports to follow shortly.
24th August 2007
Morgan signs as Pennock looks to boost attack
Port Talbot Town have completed the loan transfer of Swansea City youngster Kerry Morgan ahead of this weekend’s home match against Newtown. The striker scored for Swansea City Reserves in their 3-2 defeat to Bristol City on Wednesday night at the RE/MAX Stadium as Port Talbot Town manager Tony Pennock watched on and he will be looking to Morgan to offer another attacking option to the side following last weekend’s defeat. “We were guilty of missing chances and I'm looking for an improvement in that area against Newtown”, said Pennock. Craig Hanford is available after serving his one match suspension against Caernarfon Town last weekend while Daniel Lancey is doubtful as he struggles with a hamstring injury from the victory over Neath Athletic.
23rd August 2007
Port Talbot take on new-look Newtown
Tony Pennock will be looking for a repeat performance of his sides 3-0 victory over Neath a fortnight ago rather than a repeat of an awful second half at Caernarfon Town last weekend when his Port Talbot side take on a much improved Newtown at the RE/MAX Stadium on Saturday. Craig Hanford returns to the squad after suspension with Pennock and Daniel Lancey the only injury problems for the side. Newtown manager Darren Ryan has made some impressive signings over the summer including a new forward pairing of former Merthyr Tydfil youngster Craig Moses and the highly respected Marc Lloyd-Williams. Kick off is at 2.30pm.
23rd August 2007
Academy start season at AFC Bournemouth
Our three Academy sides make the long journey to AFC Bournemouth on Saturday. Full reports will appear here.
23rd August 2007
Wellington makes Lido switch
Tomas Wellington has completed his transfer to Afan Lido. Wellington played for the Lido as a junior player and made a Welsh Premier League substitute appearance for the club in 2005 before a signing for Swansea City The former tough-tackling midfielder signed for Port Talbot on his release but this season struggled to break into the side with new midfield signings Gareth Phillips and Liam McCreesh limiting his opportunities. Wellington made only ten appearances for Port Talbot and his only goal came against Ton Pentre in last season’s Welsh Cup.
23rd August 2007
FAW Premier Cup draw this weekend
Port Talbot Town will be looking for a home draw in the opening round of the FAW Premier Cup with the opportunity to go one better than last season’s semi-final. The draw will be made on the BBC Wales on Saturday programme this weekend. Last season the club made history with a victory over Swansea City in the quarter-final in front of over 2,600 fans at the RE/MAX Stadium before losing to Newport County in the semi-final.
22nd August 2007
Swans Reserves defeated by Bristol City
Despite the debut of Barcelona youngster Josue Fernandez, Swansea City Reserves suffered a 3-2 defeat to Bristol City at the RE/MAX Stadium on Wednesday night. Kerry Morgan and Thomas Butler were on target for Swansea City.
22nd August 2007
Pennock steps down from Swans coaching position
Tony Pennock has stepped down from his position of goalkeeping coach at Swansea City following the decision of the club to appoint a full-time coach in the role. Pennock worked two days a week at Swansea City and combined his position with being the Football in the Community Officer for Swansea Council and more recently with being manager of Port Talbot Town Football Club. “I've had three fantastic years with Swansea and I wish Roberto and the rest of the staff all the best”, said Pennock. “I'm sad to be leaving and I hope whoever comes in does a good job with Dorus de Vries and whoever else Roberto signs.”
22nd August 2007
Barca youngster to make Swans debut at Port Talbot
Swansea City manager Roberto Martinez is expected to name Josue Fernandez in the Reserve Team squad to take on Bristol City at the RE/MAX Stadium this evening. The Barcelona youngster has been training with the 1st team at the Camp Nou and more recently with the Swans. Kick off is at 7.00pm.
21st August 2007
RE/MAX Stadium short-listed for UEFA Cat 2 Upgrade
The RE/MAX Stadium has joined Llanelli’s Stebonheath Park and Carmarthen’s Richmond Park in being short-listed to be upgraded to 3,000 seats and meet the UEFA Category 2 match criteria. The FAW and Welsh Premier League are looking to upgrade one ground in each of the South, Mid and North regions of the country to be able to stage UEFA competition games past the opening round. “The fact that we have made the short-list is testament of how far this club has come both on and off the pitch in recent times.”, said Chairman Andrew Edwards after meeting with officials from both the league and FAW. A decision will be made in the next few weeks.
21st August 2007
FAW Academy fixtures released
The fixtures for the Academy season have now been released and can be found on each teams page on the left hand menu. Port Talbot have been included in Group B - South West Wales and will take on Aberystwyth Town, Afan Lido, Carmarthen Town, Haverfordwest County, Llanelli and Neath Athletic. Port Talbot begin at home to Carmarthen Town on Sunday, 30th September followed by a trip to Llanelli on Sunday, 14th October. Visit each teams page on the website for the full fixtures for the season, additional games against Football League sides will be arranged around these dates.
20th August 2007
Double your chances of winning £200!
The popular 50/50 half-time draw has merged with the 200 club this season to make a fantastic guaranteed £200 prize each and every Welsh Premier League home match at the RE/MAX Stadium! As an added bonus tickets can now be purchased throughout the week on-line direct from this website with your credit or debit card! Buy your ticket’s on-line today by following the simple instructions on the new 50/50 draw page of the website and get an amazing 10 tickets for every £5 you spend!
20th August 2007
Further Football League Academy games announced
The Academy have confirmed that they will take on Oxford United amongst a number of other teams as they prepare for this weekend’s games at AFC Bournemouth. Port Talbot will take on Oxford United away from home on the 21st October with the return matches on the 13th April 2008. In addition the Academy has confirmed games against Exeter Elite Academy and Llanelli with dates for other games against Football League opposition yet to be confirmed due to the FAW Academy dates not being released as yet. On Saturday, 25th August, the Academy will take teams at Under-12, Under-14 and Under-16 to AFC Bournemouth and full coverage of all three games will feature here on the official club website. Full confirmed fixtures and dates can be found on each teams page on the website.
19th August 2007
Under-19‘s handed bye in FAW Youth Cup
Our Under-19 side have been handed a bye in the opening round of the FAW Youth Cup.
18th August 2007
Second half no-show in Caernarfon defeat
In a game of the proverbial two halves, Port Talbot failed to match their opening half performance in the second period and it proved costly as Tony Pennock’s side slipped to a 3-1 defeat at Caernarfon Town. An impressive opening half display saw Port Talbot take a deserved lead through Dyfan Pierce while Caernarfon were unable to create a chance on goal before their equaliser just before the break. Port Talobt struggled through the second half however and found themselves 2-1 down before a last minute penalty handed a great chance to salvage a point. Liam McCreesh’s spot kick was saved however and Caernarfon went onto score a third in injury time.
17th August 2007
Caernarfon confident after pre-season displays
Port Talbot Town make the long journey to Caernarfon Town on Saturday with the home side confident after a series of impressive pre-season performances. “In the games we’ve played over the last few weeks, we’ve done well, it’s going to be difficult picking a starting XI for Saturday. We’ve looked good going forward so far and we have had some good results.”, said manager Steve O’Shaughnessy. “Port Talbot did well last season and the club is moving up. They’ve got a new manager Tony Pennock and he’s experienced, so they will be very organised. But we are looking to start well and get three points.” he added.
17th August 2007
Under-19‘s impress with attacking display
Port Talbot Under-19s defeated Merthyr Tydfil 4-2 Wednesday in their second pre-season friendly.
17th August 2007
Port Talbot Town to host International treble
The RE/MAX Stadium will host three International matches in August and September with sides from both the Football Association of Wales and the Welsh Schools Football Association. On Monday, August 27th, Wales Under-17s will take on their Belgian counterparts with a 3.00pm kick off before the Welsh School’s Under-16 side play the Republic of Ireland on Thursday, August 30th with a 7.00pm kick off. On Thursday, September 6th the Wales Under-19 girls team will then also play the Republic of Ireland with a 7.00pm kick off. The award of these games is testament to the continuing ground improvements and the investment into the playing surface.
17th August 2007
Swans Reserves start at home to Bristol City
Swansea City will take on Bristol City at the RE/MAX Stadium on Wednesday, August 22nd in the Pontins Holiday Combination League. Kick off is at 7.00pm.
17th August 2007
Local league fixtures released
The September fixtures for our teams in the MPN Windows Port Talbot & District League for September have been released for both our senior and junior sides. In the Premier Division Port Talbot Town start the season away to Corus Steel on September 1st while the First Division side are also away to Abercregan Refresh. In the Sunday League manager Matthew John’s side are home to Real Bay View on September 2nd. Our three Under-16 sides have mixed starts with Chris Rees’ Port Talbot Whites side taking on Ian Tomlinson’s Port Talbot Blues side on September 19th although the Blues also play on the 15th away to Corus Steel. Peter Malyn’s Port Talbot Yellows also play on September 15th when they are away to Cwmafan BGC A. The full September fixtures for each side are on the relevant page of the website.
16th August 2007
Lancey on injury list for Caernarfon match
Port Talbot Town manager Tony Pennock will make enforced changes to his squad for Saturday’s match at Caernarfon Town with new signing Daniel Lancey picking up a hamstring injury against Neath after an impressive pre-season. Gareth Phillips is expected to feature despite having stitches last weekend while Scott Barrow has recovered from an ankle injury and is available for selection although Pennock himself remains out with a thigh strain so Kristian Rogers will continue in goal. Caernarfon Town will have new signing Vinnie Whelan as goalkeeper following the young Irishman’s move from Wrexham where he played in their reserve team and has also been capped by Ireland at U18 level. Caernarfon have enjoyed a successful pre-season with another new signing, Bobby Jones, impressing upfront. The coach will leave the RE/MAX Stadium at 7.30am. Kick off is at 2.30pm.
16th August 2007
Afan FM look for ref accountability
In their latest feature, 107.9 Afan FM Sports Editor Hash takes a look at a popular topic of discussion, the referee. Following on from criticism of Brian James performance in the match between Port Talbot Town and Neath, Hash discusses the possibility of the match official coming out after the game and discussing his performance instead of the current stonewall approach that leads to constant media speculation over the reasoning behind a number of decisions. Hash also looks at the idea behind a curtain raiser at the start of the Welsh Premier League season between a team of players from the North against a team made up of players from the South as well as the popular discussion of Summer football in this popular feature. Afan FM will be keeping upto date with all the action from the RE/MAX Stadium and will have live updates from Caernarfon Town this weekend.
14th August 2007
McKenna predicts Port Talbot to surprise
Ken McKenna, manager of Principality Welsh Premier League champions The New Saints, has predicted that Port Talbot Town could challenge at the top of the table this season. Speaking with Rhyl manager John Hulse, Llanelli boss Peter Nicholas and Tony Pennock in the Wales on Sunday, McKenna had this to say on who would be title favourites, “I think it’s safe to say there will be the usual suspects involved again, ourselves, Rhyl and Llanelli. But there’s always someone else who comes out of the pack and I think Port Talbot might do something this year. They’ve got a good set-up down there, a good new manager and a nice little relationship with Swansea which could help”. Pennock however had a few other candidates in mind in his respons. “It’s a bit worrying people mentioning us! Wayne Davies obviously did a good job here for the last few years but we’ll just see how it goes for now – and you can’t look past the same old faces of Rhyl, Llanelli and TNS. Then there’s the next group like ourselves, Carmarthen and Welshpool but I think Bangor could do well. They’re a big club who have had a few disappointing seasons but they should be stronger now”.
13th August 2007
Former Blues enjoy opening weekend
A number of former Port Talbot players started their competitive fixtures for their respective club’s this weekend and all enjoyed a degree of success. The highest profile match was at Torquay United in the Nationwide Conference as goalkeeper Simon Rayner kept a clean sheet for his side against Grays Athletic live on Setanta Sports on Sunday evening. Our biggest money transfer could only settle for a place on the bench however as Lee John made a cameo appearance in the 85th minute for Newport County in their 0-0 draw at Bishop’s Stortford in the Nationwide Conference South. John was joined on the bench by former Port Talbot Town striker Mark Dodds. In the Welsh League Andrew Pearson captained Afan Lido to a 2-2 draw at home to Bridgend Town while Alyn Jones was on target for Ton Pentre as they defeated Newport YMCA, Ton also included former Port Talbot players Ryan Shugar, Richard Carter, Dane Williams and Lee Matthews in their side. Meanwhile new Barry Town manager Gavin Chesterfield, who made one appearance for Port Talbot in 2001, guided his side to a 3-0 victory over Garden Village.
11th August 2007
Port Talbot claim convincing win over local rivals
Goals from Leigh De-Vulgt, Martin Rose and Dylan Blain handed Port Talbot a 3-0 victory over Neath Athletic in the Loosmeores Solicitors Challenge Cup on Saturday at the RE/MAX Stadium. A well organised and impressive performance from new manager Tony Pennock’s side earned a very comfortable win over their newly promoted opponents although referee Brian James was the main talking point of the match through a very poor display from the match official. Both sides were reduced to ten men in an eventful match with Craig Hanford receiving a very harsh straight red card for a foul on former Port Talbot Town striker Richard French. Goalkeeper Kristian Rogers made his return to the side as Pennock watched from the touchline with the thigh injury picked up against Afan Lido last week while Gareth Phillips required stitches for a head wound from an elbow midway through the opening half to join Scott Barrow on the injury list.
10th August 2007
Double coaching debut for Pennock brothers
Tony Pennock takes charge of his first competitive game on Saturday when his Port Talbot Town side take on newly promoted Neath Athletic in the group stage of the Loosemores Solicitors Challenge Cup at the RE/MAX Stadium. It will be a unique double for the Pennock family however as Tony’s brother Ray will be assisting Neath Athletic manager Andrew Dyer in their first competitive game at this level following their promotion from the Welsh Football League last season. A thigh strain has ruled Tony out of action however but Kristian Rogers has re-signed for the club to take his place in goal while striker Martin Rose and midfielder Scott Barrow will have fitness tests due to respective ankle injuries picked up during our pre-season friendlies. Dylan Blain is available for selection after his summer break although his lack of match practice makes it unlikely that he will start while Liam McCreesh played his first game for Port Talbot at Afan Lido on Tuesday night after a knee operation and will be available for selection as he returns to full fitness. Kick off is at 2.30pm.
9th August 2007
Rogers returns for Neath match
Kristian Rogers has re-signed for Port Talbot Town following a thigh strain injury to player-manager Tony Pennock. Rogers had been left out of the side as Pennock played himself and more than impressed in the pre-season friendlies but picked up an injury in Tuesday’s 1-0 victory over Afan Lido. Rogers will now have his chance to impress the new management on Saturday when Port Talbot take on Neath Athletic at the RE/MAX Stadium in the Loosemores Solicitors Challenge Cup while Pennock will be able to assess his squad from the touchline without the worry of preparing for the game himself. Striker Martin Rose also picked up an injury at Afan Lido but he is expected to pass a fitness test ahead of the game. Kick off is at 2.30pm.
9th August 2007
Welsh Premier League fixture change
The games against NEWI Cefn Druids have been reversed. The side will travel to Port Talbot Town on Saturday, 22nd September with the return match at NEWI Cefn Druids on Saturday, 26th January.
8th August 2007
Afan FM launch proposal for pre-season match
The partner radio station of Port Talbot Town Football Club, 107.9 Afan FM, have proposed a North v South curtain raiser for the Principality Welsh Premier League. With no big name signings to crate interest compare to other countries national leagues, sports editor Hash has proposed a one off match between the best of the North and the best of the South to kick start the new season. There are many benefits to the idea which would create much needed interest in the league.
8th August 2007
Season Tickets
Due to an unexpected delay, season tickets will not be available before Saturday’s match against Neath. Supporters who have already paid will be entitled to free admission however and those wishing to purchase a ticket ahead of the match should contact mark@porttalbottown.co.uk before the day to ensure they get their full entitlement. The tickets are priced at £90 for adults, £60 concessions and £10 for kids.
7th August 2007
Derby victory at a heavy cost
Despite claiming a 1-0 victory over local rivals Afan Lido, Port Talbot suffered a double injury blow as both striker Martin Rose and goalkeeper Tony Pennock hobbled out of the game. Rose picked up an ankle injury early in the second half before Pennock had to replaced in goal by Robert Cockings after suffering a thigh strain and both players are now a doubt for Saturday’s home match against Neath Athletic. Gareth Phillips handed Port Talbot the lead after twenty minutes when his effort was deflected in by a Lido defender in a game where chances were few and far between. New signing Daniel Lancey again impressed on the left of midfield while youth team players Sam Baker and Luke Pearson made their debuts for the team from the bench. The side are now back in action on Saturday when they take on Neath Athletic in the Loosemores Solicitors Challenge Cup at the RE/MAX Stadium. Kick off is at 2.30pm.
5th August 2007
Hodgson grabs equaliser for Under-19s
Striker Nathan Hodgson scored an 85th minute equaliser as our Under-19 side drew 2-2 with Llantwit Major on Sunday. The home side twice took the lead with two penalties while Luke Fitzpatrick scored the other Port Talbot Town goal.
4th August 2007
Bond on target in dominating performance
A 44th minute goal from Chad Bond was enough for Port Talbot to claim a victory over Welsh League side Bryntirion Athletic in a game they dominated from the start. A more familiar starting line-up from manager Tony Pennock saw Port Talbot create a number of chances in this pre-season friendly but poor finishing and a fine performance from the opposition goalkeeper kept the score down. An injury to Scott Barrow was the only concern for the side on the day but his ankle injury is not as bad as first thought and he is expected to be available for Saturday’s home match against Neath Athletic in the Loosemores Solicitors Challenge Cup. Port Talbot Town are now in action on Tuesday night at local rivals Afan Lido and they will be keen to carry on their recent performances into this match. Kick off is at 7.00pm.
3rd August 2007
Pennock prepares for season at Bryntirion
Port Talbot Town manager Tony Pennock takes his side to Welsh League Bryntirion Athletic on Saturday, 4th August, and will look to use the match to prepare his side or the opening game of the season against Neath Athletic the following weekend. A number of trialists have featured for the club over the last three friendlies but Pennock is expected to name a more familiar starting line-up this weekend and also against Afan Lido on Tuesday, 7th August. New signing Liam McCreesh remains on the treatment table following his knee operation but has began light training with the side while Dylan Blain and David Burrows are both set to return. Bryntirion Athletic are managed by former Port Talbot player Francis Ford and have already claimed a victory over Haverfordwest County in pre-season. New signing Robbie Walters has been in excelllent form following his recent move from Maesteg Park and the side will provide difficult opposition for the team. Kick off is at 2.30pm.
3rd August 2007
Edwards to support summer football move
Port Talbot Town Chairman Andrew Edwards has joined the increasing number of club managers and officials by supporting Principality Welsh Premier League Secretary John Deakin’s plan for a move to summer football. All four Welsh Premier League clubs went out of European competition in the opening round this season to further strengthen the case with lack of match preparation before playing teams in the middle of their domestic season the main cause for poor European results. Despite Llanelli manager Peter Nicholas being in favour of the move, Rhyl manager John Hulse is set against the idea and does not believe it can work emphasising the split in opinion across the league. "I think from a personal point of view that we do need to move on," said Andrew Edwards. "European results have not been good enough. My two concerns are that, firstly, the quality of the pitches would have to improve. The other issue is that clubs may have to contract players for the whole year, or they could play for other teams in the winter season. If these issues can be sorted out, then let’s give it a go."
1st August 2007
Lancey signs after impressing in pre-season
Daniel Lancey has signed for Port Talbot Town after an impressive three games for the club in pre-season friendlies. The former Swansea City youngster made his debut against the Swans last week and followed a strong performance with further impressive displays against Caldicot Town on Saturday and against Cardiff City on Tuesday night. The Swansea born winger is new manager Tony Pennock’s third new signing of the season and more are expected in the next few weeks.
1st August 2007
Friendlies arranged for Under-19 team
Our Under-19 team have arranged two friendlies ahead of the MacWhirter Welsh Football League Youth Dvision West season. The side travel to Llantwit Major on Sunday, 5th August and will then take on Merthyr Tydfil at the RE/MAX Stadium on Thursday, 16th August. The side are managed by Keith Hanford and Huw Morgan.
31st August 2007
Defensive mistakes and wasted chances
Port Talbot Town suffered their second away defeat of the season on Friday night as Haverfordwest County capitalised on sloppy defending to claim a 2-
31st August 2007
Academy take on Llanelli this Sunday
Our three Academy sides travel to Llanelli on Sunday to play their next round of friendlies and will look to build on their performances at AFC Bournemouth last weekend.
30th August 2007
Welsh Schools comeback against Irish
The Welsh Schools Football Association Under-
30th August 2007
Academy Update from the Under-
29th August 2007
Former team-
29th August 2007
Kristian O’Leary Testimonial this Sunday
On Sunday, 2nd September, Swansea City midfielder Kristian O’Leary will hold a testimonial match at the RE/MAX Stadium with a combined Port Talbot & Afan Lido veterans side taking on the Swansea City All Stars team. The All Stars will include Jason Smith, Matthew Bound, Julian Alsop, Jonathan Coates ,Gary Emmanuel, Wyndham Evans, Alan Curtis, Dudley Lewis, Chris Marustik and many others. Cyril the Swan will also be in attendance and there will be a number of stalls available to make this a family day out. After the match there will be a live band performing in the clubhouse. Kristian made his first senior appearance for the side in the 1995-
29th August 2007
Local league teams kick off this weekend
Port Talbot Town’s three senior teams in the MPN Windows Port Talbot & District Football League will play their opening games of the season this weekend. The Premier Division side are away to Corus FC on Saturday before travelling to Trefelin BGC on Tuesday evening while the First Division side are away to Abercregan Refresh on Saturday before the take on local rivals Afan Lido at home the following Thursday evening. In the Sunday Division Matthew John’s side start their season at home this weekend with a difficult match against Real Bay View and will then take on the Port Talbot Tigers away the following weekened. The fixtures for the mini-
27th August 2007
Wales youngsters grab last minute winner
Brian Flynn’s Wales Under-
27th August 2007
Pennock praises side after five goal win
Port Talbot Town manager Tony Pennock was delighted with his sides 5-
27th August 2007
Welsh Premier weekend round-
25th August 2007
Rose a thorn in Newtown’s side
Striker Martin Rose led from the front with a man of the match performance as Port Talbot Town claimed a 5-
25th August 2007
Away draw in FAW Premier Cup
Port Talbot Town have been drawn away to Porthmadog in the opening round of the FAW Premier Cup. The match will be played on Tuesday, 2nd October.
25th August 2007
Defeat for Academy sides at AFC Bournemouth
Our three Academy sides were defeated at AFC Bournemouth on Saturday but a number of positives were taken from a successful day. It was the first in a series of matches against Football League clubs and the players more than benefited from the experience. Full reports to follow shortly.
24th August 2007
Morgan signs as Pennock looks to boost attack
Port Talbot Town have completed the loan transfer of Swansea City youngster Kerry Morgan ahead of this weekend’s home match against Newtown. The striker scored for Swansea City Reserves in their 3-
23rd August 2007
Port Talbot take on new-
23rd August 2007
Academy start season at AFC Bournemouth
Our three Academy sides make the long journey to AFC Bournemouth on Saturday. Full reports will appear here.
23rd August 2007
Wellington makes Lido switch
Tomas Wellington has completed his transfer to Afan Lido. Wellington played for the Lido as a junior player and made a Welsh Premier League substitute appearance for the club in 2005 before a signing for Swansea City The former tough-
23rd August 2007
FAW Premier Cup draw this weekend
Port Talbot Town will be looking for a home draw in the opening round of the FAW Premier Cup with the opportunity to go one better than last season’s semi-
22nd August 2007
Swans Reserves defeated by Bristol City
Despite the debut of Barcelona youngster Josue Fernandez, Swansea City Reserves suffered a 3-
22nd August 2007
Pennock steps down from Swans coaching position
Tony Pennock has stepped down from his position of goalkeeping coach at Swansea City following the decision of the club to appoint a full-
22nd August 2007
Barca youngster to make Swans debut at Port Talbot
Swansea City manager Roberto Martinez is expected to name Josue Fernandez in the Reserve Team squad to take on Bristol City at the RE/MAX Stadium this evening. The Barcelona youngster has been training with the 1st team at the Camp Nou and more recently with the Swans. Kick off is at 7.00pm.
21st August 2007
RE/MAX Stadium short-
21st August 2007
FAW Academy fixtures released
The fixtures for the Academy season have now been released and can be found on each teams page on the left hand menu. Port Talbot have been included in Group B -
20th August 2007
Double your chances of winning £200!
The popular 50/50 half-
20th August 2007
Further Football League Academy games announced
The Academy have confirmed that they will take on Oxford United amongst a number of other teams as they prepare for this weekend’s games at AFC Bournemouth. Port Talbot will take on Oxford United away from home on the 21st October with the return matches on the 13th April 2008. In addition the Academy has confirmed games against Exeter Elite Academy and Llanelli with dates for other games against Football League opposition yet to be confirmed due to the FAW Academy dates not being released as yet. On Saturday, 25th August, the Academy will take teams at Under-
19th August 2007
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18th August 2007
Second half no-
17th August 2007
Caernarfon confident after pre-
17th August 2007
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17th August 2007
Port Talbot Town to host International treble
The RE/MAX Stadium will host three International matches in August and September with sides from both the Football Association of Wales and the Welsh Schools Football Association. On Monday, August 27th, Wales Under-
17th August 2007
Swans Reserves start at home to Bristol City
Swansea City will take on Bristol City at the RE/MAX Stadium on Wednesday, August 22nd in the Pontins Holiday Combination League. Kick off is at 7.00pm.
17th August 2007
Local league fixtures released
The September fixtures for our teams in the MPN Windows Port Talbot & District League for September have been released for both our senior and junior sides. In the Premier Division Port Talbot Town start the season away to Corus Steel on September 1st while the First Division side are also away to Abercregan Refresh. In the Sunday League manager Matthew John’s side are home to Real Bay View on September 2nd. Our three Under-
16th August 2007
Lancey on injury list for Caernarfon match
Port Talbot Town manager Tony Pennock will make enforced changes to his squad for Saturday’s match at Caernarfon Town with new signing Daniel Lancey picking up a hamstring injury against Neath after an impressive pre-
16th August 2007
Afan FM look for ref accountability
In their latest feature, 107.9 Afan FM Sports Editor Hash takes a look at a popular topic of discussion, the referee. Following on from criticism of Brian James performance in the match between Port Talbot Town and Neath, Hash discusses the possibility of the match official coming out after the game and discussing his performance instead of the current stonewall approach that leads to constant media speculation over the reasoning behind a number of decisions. Hash also looks at the idea behind a curtain raiser at the start of the Welsh Premier League season between a team of players from the North against a team made up of players from the South as well as the popular discussion of Summer football in this popular feature. Afan FM will be keeping upto date with all the action from the RE/MAX Stadium and will have live updates from Caernarfon Town this weekend.
14th August 2007
McKenna predicts Port Talbot to surprise
Ken McKenna, manager of Principality Welsh Premier League champions The New Saints, has predicted that Port Talbot Town could challenge at the top of the table this season. Speaking with Rhyl manager John Hulse, Llanelli boss Peter Nicholas and Tony Pennock in the Wales on Sunday, McKenna had this to say on who would be title favourites, “I think it’s safe to say there will be the usual suspects involved again, ourselves, Rhyl and Llanelli. But there’s always someone else who comes out of the pack and I think Port Talbot might do something this year. They’ve got a good set-
13th August 2007
Former Blues enjoy opening weekend
A number of former Port Talbot players started their competitive fixtures for their respective club’s this weekend and all enjoyed a degree of success. The highest profile match was at Torquay United in the Nationwide Conference as goalkeeper Simon Rayner kept a clean sheet for his side against Grays Athletic live on Setanta Sports on Sunday evening. Our biggest money transfer could only settle for a place on the bench however as Lee John made a cameo appearance in the 85th minute for Newport County in their 0-
11th August 2007
Port Talbot claim convincing win over local rivals
Goals from Leigh De-
10th August 2007
Double coaching debut for Pennock brothers
Tony Pennock takes charge of his first competitive game on Saturday when his Port Talbot Town side take on newly promoted Neath Athletic in the group stage of the Loosemores Solicitors Challenge Cup at the RE/MAX Stadium. It will be a unique double for the Pennock family however as Tony’s brother Ray will be assisting Neath Athletic manager Andrew Dyer in their first competitive game at this level following their promotion from the Welsh Football League last season. A thigh strain has ruled Tony out of action however but Kristian Rogers has re-
9th August 2007
Rogers returns for Neath match
Kristian Rogers has re-
9th August 2007
Welsh Premier League fixture change
The games against NEWI Cefn Druids have been reversed. The side will travel to Port Talbot Town on Saturday, 22nd September with the return match at NEWI Cefn Druids on Saturday, 26th January.
8th August 2007
Afan FM launch proposal for pre-
8th August 2007
Season Tickets
Due to an unexpected delay, season tickets will not be available before Saturday’s match against Neath. Supporters who have already paid will be entitled to free admission however and those wishing to purchase a ticket ahead of the match should contact mark@porttalbottown.co.uk before the day to ensure they get their full entitlement. The tickets are priced at £90 for adults, £60 concessions and £10 for kids.
7th August 2007
Derby victory at a heavy cost
Despite claiming a 1-
5th August 2007
Hodgson grabs equaliser for Under-
4th August 2007
Bond on target in dominating performance
A 44th minute goal from Chad Bond was enough for Port Talbot to claim a victory over Welsh League side Bryntirion Athletic in a game they dominated from the start. A more familiar starting line-
3rd August 2007
Pennock prepares for season at Bryntirion
Port Talbot Town manager Tony Pennock takes his side to Welsh League Bryntirion Athletic on Saturday, 4th August, and will look to use the match to prepare his side or the opening game of the season against Neath Athletic the following weekend. A number of trialists have featured for the club over the last three friendlies but Pennock is expected to name a more familiar starting line-
3rd August 2007
Edwards to support summer football move
Port Talbot Town Chairman Andrew Edwards has joined the increasing number of club managers and officials by supporting Principality Welsh Premier League Secretary John Deakin’s plan for a move to summer football. All four Welsh Premier League clubs went out of European competition in the opening round this season to further strengthen the case with lack of match preparation before playing teams in the middle of their domestic season the main cause for poor European results. Despite Llanelli manager Peter Nicholas being in favour of the move, Rhyl manager John Hulse is set against the idea and does not believe it can work emphasising the split in opinion across the league. "I think from a personal point of view that we do need to move on," said Andrew Edwards. "European results have not been good enough. My two concerns are that, firstly, the quality of the pitches would have to improve. The other issue is that clubs may have to contract players for the whole year, or they could play for other teams in the winter season. If these issues can be sorted out, then let’s give it a go."
1st August 2007
Lancey signs after impressing in pre-
1st August 2007
Friendlies arranged for Under-