Brackley Wednesday League: Exciting Turn of Events in Week 12The Brackley Wednesday Football league saw a flurry of goals and some thrilling matches in week 12 of the season Panners And Stanners made light work of TheBanburyBabes with a convincing 6-2 victory while DYK FC showed their dominance with a smashing 10-0 victory over Dtam Fc.Over in Division 1 Real Sosobad put on a striking display to overcome Champagne Super Rovers 7-4 This victory puts Real Sosobad in a strong position as the season draws to a close FC GRITBIN and Shoot First Ask Later provided a tightly contested match that finished 1-1 showing the competitiveness of Division 1.With just two weeks left in the season teams are making a final push to secure their places for the next season It's an exciting period in the league as teams battle for positions and aim to end the season on a high The top scorers of the week were undeniably impressive with Panners And Stanners and DYK FC leading the Premier League division and Real Sosobad and The Fins dominating in Division 1 These teams have shown great offensive prowess throughout the season and it's their goal-scoring ability that has set them apart.As we look forward to the final two weeks of the season the question remains: who will emerge victorious in the Brackley Wednesday Football league One thing's for sure - fans can expect more exciting football ahead as the teams vie for top honours The Saints are National League North champions after they won against Farsley Celtic - and Kidderminster Harriers lost at Southport Gavin Cowan’s side won’t be enduring a miserable summer this time after creating history - and they won the title in style Connor Hall and Tommy O’Sullivan all scored before half-time - meaning it was more important what happened elsewhere after the break Brackley got the news they needed from Haig Avenue and they win promotion to the joy of St James Park The title wasn't the only thing to be decided King's Lynn Town and Buxton booked their play-off places on a tense final day They start on Tuesday - and here's what's coming up Play-off schedule: Eliminator A (Chorley v King's Lynn Town): Tuesday 29 April 7.45pmEliminator B (Chester v Buxton): Wednesday 30 April 7.45pmSemi-final 1 (Scunthorpe United v winner of Eliminator A): Saturday 3 May 3pmSemi-final 2 (Kidderminster Harriers v winner of Eliminator B): Sunday 4 May 3pmFinal (hosted by team placed higher in league table): Sunday 18 May Pitch Hero Ltd Registered in ENGLAND | WF3 1DR | Company Number - 636 1033 Here's all the info you need if you're making the trip to St James Park today Farsley Celtic’s National League North campaign comes to an end at Brackley Town today the same total as leaders Kidderminster Harriers Already relegated Farsley will be looking to end the season on a high as they look to build towards next season If buying tickets in advance please ensure you are buying them for the correct category and please note that tickets checks will be implemented BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE: Concessions and over 10s increase by £2 for those buying their tickets in person at the ticket office The Family Ticket is only available online in advance and not at the ticket office Tarmac Silverlands Stadium Silverlands Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6QH Oxford City kicked off the Easter weekend with a  narrow 1-0 defeat on the road to title-chasing Brackley Town George Carline’s goal in first-half stoppage time proved to be the difference on the afternoon after a late City fightback was thwarted by in-form goalkeeper Johnny Maxted.  Ross Jenkins made two changes to the side that lost narrowly to Hereford Canice Carroll and Corie Andrews both returned to the starting XI The first-half was a backs against the wall affair with the majority of the game taking place in City’s half.  but by hook or by crook the Hoops cleared their lines as the title challengers threw everything they could at Ross Jenkins’ side.  Brackley’s deadly striking duo of Connor Hall and Matt Lowe both came close to opening the scoring but both strikers spurned big chances from inside the box.  so it was a hammer blow when the hosts went ahead just seconds before the interval.  A cross into the box fell to the feet of George Carlin’s and he swivelled inside the box to fire past a helpless Kai McKenzie-Lyle in the fourth minute of first-half stoppage time.  Half-Time: Brackley Town 1-0 Oxford City  it was much more like it from the Hoops.  Ross Jenkins’ side battled back to gain a foothold in the game and bring the game to the title-chasers.  they still had to be alert at the back to keep the hosts at bay Josh Ashby made an important clearance on the line to deny Shane Byrne’s stinging shot from crossing the line.  the introduction of Reece Fleet changed the flow of the contest Fleet himself was the first player to force a save out of Saints’ ‘keeper Johnny Maxted.  The midfielder sent a powerful drive at goal but the ‘keeper was equal to the effort but his shot towards goal was again tipped wide by Maxted.  but they were once again denied by the in-form Maxted.  A mazey run from Zac McEachran carved open the Brackley defence but again a strong save denied the City man.  As the game progressed into the dying moments the atmosphere around St James’ Park started to turn.  it was a superb save from Maxted that denied the Hoops a point Neat link up play on the right allowed substitute Alfie Potter to a curl a shot at goal.  The effort looked destined for the corner of the net but the sprawling shot-stopper miraculously tipped the effort round the post.  City were inches away from an impressive scalp on the road but they’ll look to secure a win with a quick turnaround in their last home game of the season against Rushall Olympic on Easter Monday.  ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | OXFORD CITY FOOTBALL CLUB Farsley Celtic’s time in National League North ended with a 5-0 defeat against a Brackley Town side who finished champions Four first half Brackley goals from Danny Newton Connor Hall and Tommy O’Sullivan put the home side in control Young Tyler Polwarth – skippering Farsley for the first time – received a red card for a professional found after just 20 minutes with Brackley adding a fifth through Scott Pollock in the 91st minute It was easy to see why Brackley will be two leagues above a young and inexperienced Farsley side next season – and their promotion is thoroughly deserved after missing out in previous seasons It’s been a challenging season for nomadic but loyal Farsley fans – which I wrote about here last week Yesterday’s defeat was the club’s 18th in a row in the league The men’s first team has been relegated after finishing bottom of National League North and playing ‘home’ games 70 miles away in Buxton following a disastrous attempt to install a new 4G pitch it’s been a major achievement for the club to fulfil its fixtures this season and it’s fair to recognise the work of the board and a small group of volunteers who have performed heroics to keep the club going Hats off must also go to manager David Stockdale his staff and his young players for their commitment and efforts to lay a new pitch and stabilise the club Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed. CATCH up with the action from Tuesday night as Harriers secured a 1-0 win away at Brackley Town This article is about: Highlights Introducing Sunday’s Match Sponsor… Privacy Policy  -  Terms of Use  -  Contact  -  Safeguarding Policy Kidderminster Harriers Football Club Limited Website hosted and maintained by Swof Media. Tommy O'Sullivan scored Brackley's fourth goal against Farsley Celtic Brackley Town manager Gavin Cowan has hailed their promotion to the top tier of English non-league football as "something extraordinary" they beat Farsley Celtic 5-0 to become National League North champions as rivals Kidderminster Harriers 2023 and 2024 but were unable to finish the job Connor Hall and Terry O'Sullivan put them 4-0 up by half-time in front of a crowd of 1,691 at St James Park And Scott Pollock rounded things off with the fifth in the final minute of the game to ensure play-offs would not be needed this time "We're up there with the best part-time clubs but really we shouldn't be beating teams like Kidderminster and Scunthorpe to the league," Cowan told BBC Radio Northampton "There's something extraordinary been done here 'We don't deserve promotion if we lose final game' Brackley sights fixed on automatic promotion Gavin Cowan was appointed as Brackley boss following their defeat in the 2023 National League North promotion final Brackley were founded in 1890 and before winning the title their greatest achievement came in 2018 when they were victorious in the FA Trophy final Club chairman Francis Oliver said: "Wembley was unbelievable and this is just the same "The last 30 minutes was sheer torture how time goes so slowly - but I just feel so proud for the players The Saints won their last six games of the season to finish top and Oliver promised they would give it their "best shot" in the National League next season They will be facing a number of former English Football League clubs Cowan said: "The players were excellent they showed a real ruthless mentality and I couldn't be any prouder a real patience because we knew we were going to have a lot of possession "We weren't fazed about anything else What was going on elsewhere didn't interest me in the slightest until your realise the game's won "The feeling I've got is incredible I can't imagine what all the good people of this club are feeling after so many years of having a go at it." 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The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking. Oxford City make their shortest journey of the season as they visit Brackley Town on Good Friday (3pm Kick Off) in the Vanarama National League North. It's the third last game of the season for The Hoops and they will be hoping to get back to winning ways and finish the season on a high.  This short away trip, followed by the final home game of the season against Rushall Olympic is a great chance for The Hoops to end the season on a high and push themselves toward a mid-tabled finish.  Connor featured for Chorley scoring 38 goals in 92 appearances over three seasons before joining National League Solihull Moors. Loans spells at Farnborough and then Brackley led to Cowan snapping him up for the 2024-25 season.  Connor is the older brother of Newcastle United’s Lewis Hall.  Cowan is also both founder, and head coach of his own Football Academy, coaching Children on Football, life skills and general guidance on a healthy life style. There's also LIVE commentary on BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website via BBC Radio Oxford. Brackley Town defender Zak Lilly hopes they can take play-offs out of the equation and win automatic promotion this season The Saints reached the National League North play-offs in 2018 but below Kidderminster Harriers on goal difference only and with just a single point to make up on leaders Scunthorpe United "It's what everyone at the club has been dreaming of for the past couple of years," Lilly told BBC Radio Northampton "I know it's been play-off after play-off and it would be a big relief if we just won it outright "We just need to make sure that we win our games and then we'll see what happens." helping Brackley win 26 of their 43 games under boss Gavin Cowan followed by a trip to Leamington on Monday and then finish the campaign by taking on bottom club Farsley Celtic in front of their own fans "We're going to try and win our last three games We're going to focus on ourselves and if we don't manage to come top at least we'll have some good form going into the play-offs," said Lilly "I've been playing in this league nine or 10 years and that's the main thing I want to achieve there's some really good teams in the league and to come out on top would really say something." Lilly joined Brackley in the summer of 2023 following a spell with Hereford and was in the squad last season when they beat Scunthorpe in the play-off semi-finals And that is the case (here) because everyone at Brackley is really good." Listen to Zak Lilly on BBC Radio Northampton's Non-League Scene Lowe seeks to end Brackley promotion frustration More on this storyListen to the latest Football Daily podcast The construction of a bridge that will allow high speed trains to pass under the busy A43 near Brackley has taken a major step forward with the structure’s enormous steel beams lifted into position during a series of three weekend closures Brackley and Northampton – is a vital route providing access to Silverstone and connections between the M40 and M1 It was reopened just before midnight on Saturday night after the last of three weekend road closures Preparation for the work began in 2023 when HS2 engineers realigned the road to create an ‘island’ between the two carriageways big enough for the construction of the new bridge deck they sank 52m deep piled foundations and then built the pile caps and piers that will support the 66-metre-long bridge deck carrying the road they lifted the last parts of the seven steel beams that will support the bridge deck using a 750-tonne crane the team will focus on the concrete deck and parapets the road will be moved back onto the new bridge and excavation can begin to create space for the railway to pass underneath This multi-stage approach was designed to keep traffic flowing and disruption to a minimum HS2 Ltd’s Senior Project Manager Elizabeth Longinotti said: “The A43 is a busy route between Brackley and Northampton and I’d like to thank drivers for their patience over the last three weekends allowing us to safely lift the enormous steel beams into position while the road was closed we can focus on the next part of this complex multi-stage project – pouring the concrete deck ready for the road to be moved onto the new bridge early next year.” “This is an enormous project which will inevitably impact on people using our roads but we have worked very hard for a long time now to keep that disruption to a minimum “For a number of years we have been liaising with HS2 and their partners to develop a plan which would reduce the disturbance to road users during the construction of this huge structure “We have also taken advantage of the road closures to expedite our own works improving drainage and repairing the slope along the A43 reducing the need for further disruption.” The 80km stretch of railway that passes Brackley – including the A43 bridge – is being delivered by HS2’s main works contractor EKFB Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall working with ASC (a joint venture between Arcadis They worked with National Highways and EKFS’s sub-contractor EKFB Deputy Project Director Timothée Scherer “The successful execution of the beam lift represents a crucial milestone in our project This accomplishment underscores the diligent efforts and unwavering commitment of our team who have meticulously worked to ensure the safe and efficient installation of the beams This progress brings us significantly closer to the realisation of this essential infrastructure project which is destined to substantially enhance regional connectivity and transportation” Senior Project Manager at Kier Transportation “It’s fantastic to see the beam lift take effect and we’re now starting to see the bridge really take shape Putting this solution into place has required a huge amount of expertise and collaboration with our partners and we’re proud of the impact it will have We look forward to moving onto the next stages of the project while continuing to work hard to minimise disruption for road users and the local community.” The last few weeks have also seen significant progress for the nearby Turweston viaduct near Brackley with the 80m long deck beam now slid fully into position The 591-tonne steel structure was assembled to one side and slid out on special pads covered in PTFE - a Teflon-like material usually found on the surface of a non-stick frying pan - used to minimise friction between the deck and the temporary steel bearings on top of each of the piers Turweston is one of five viaducts on the project which use an innovative ‘double composite’ structure with layers of reinforced concrete on the top and bottom to create a much more structurally efficient box-like span which dramatically cuts the amount of embedded carbon in the design In total there are more than 500 bridging structures on the HS2 project - which is designed to improve connections between London Birmingham and the North while freeing up space for more local trains on the most congested southern end of the existing West Coast Main Line into London Euston These range from small footbridges and underpasses to innovative ‘green bridges’ designed to help wildlife cross the railway massive motorway bridges and the record-breaking Colne Valley viaduct The last few months has also seen significant progress at HS2’s other major viaducts with the first completed viaduct deck at the complex Delta Junction outside Birmingham and the Small Dean and Wendover Dean deck slides in Buckinghamshire Oxford City couldn't quite carry their 2024 form into 2025 as a first half goal from Connor Hall and a last minute Shane Byrne penalty gave Brackley a 2-0 win at the MGroup Stadium this afternoon Having come under early pressure City rallied after the break but for once couldn't find a goal  as a well-drilled Brackley side won a very competitive local derby they started to spray the ball around after that Zac McEachran stabbing a chance wide and Croker heading another off target although it took a flying block by McKenzie Lyle to stop the dangerous Roberts getting in on goal just before Hall flicked home a header from a Bates cross to give the Saint the lead right on the half time whistle Boss Ross Jenkins demanded more energy and his side responded after the break with Tom Scott  going close and visiting keeper Johnny Maxted making an excellent save from a Josh Parker header as the Hoops created chances for the first time The danger of conceding a second goal remained McKenzie Lyle making two or three further  saves as the game became more end to end but City  pressed and pressed and in the end were unfortunate to concede a second in the last minute when Mckenzie Lyle hauled ROberts over and Byrne clipped the penalty down the middle to make it 2-0 battling performance  and plenty of positives despite th3e scoreline Let's dee how we go in the FA Trophy nnext up on Saturday.. There was nothing to separate Farsley Celtic and Brackley Town at Tarmac Silverlands Stadium Robbie Fox had got the Celts off to an excellent start with his header on 16 minutes giving Pav Singh’s side the advantage With a barrage of attacks in the second half Farsley defended stoutly but substitute Jez Abbey found a late equaliser as the game headed into stoppage time Farsley were dealt an early setback in the tie with captain Conor Branson forced off inside the first ten minutes with the skipper set to be added to the club’s lengthening injury list with a suspected rib injury But the Celt Army responded in style when they netted the game’s opening goal as towering forward Fox used his height to his advantage by heading in the opening goal There was little by way of goal action for much of the first half though Celtic had a half-chance to extend their lead on 33 minutes when Sam Fielding sent in an incisive cross-field ball into the Brackley box but Bailey Sloane couldn’t direct a tricky dropping ball goalwards with his first-time effort Farsley’s on loan goalkeeper Kieran Flavell pulled off two excellent saves before the break firstly denying Matt Lowe and then a few minutes later Gaz Dean with Connor Hall putting his shot wide of the target from the following corner Brackley made a quick start to the second half and only a goal-line header from Sloane prevented them from levelling as he headed a wind-assisted cross off the goal line Flavell continued to earn his corn in the Farsley goal firstly denying Lowe for a second time before he then kept out Shane Byrne’s long-distance free kick The shot-stopper showed more great reflexes to react quickly to block the ball as it flew through a sea of players before Dean saw his follow-up shot blocked by a Farsley defender The Celt Army could then have sealed victory as the game ticked into stoppage time as on-loan Wigan Athletic midfielder Finn O’Boyle showed great skill to round a defender and then the goalkeeper but Morgan Roberts crucially made a vital goal line block to keep Brackley in the fight And the Northamptonshire side dealt Farsley a cruel blow three minutes into stoppage time as Abbey’s shot bounced in off the crossbar to give The Saints a point PHIL Brown reflects on Tuesday night’s 1-0 win away at Brackley Post Match interviews are supported by Purple Granite This article is about: Match By Matty Paddock - 24/03/2025 HARRIERS head to Brackley Town on Tuesday night looking to continue their good form against one of the division’s best sides Brackley have been perennial promotion challengers in this division and have been there or there abouts each season for many a year this time around proving no exception whatsoever have topped the division earlier this season but now sit in second place ahead of Tuesday’s encounter While Phil Brown’s men were victors over Needham Market on Saturday Brackley were edging out Radcliffe on their travels having been one of the division’s in-form sides Between early February and a surprise defeat to Buxton earlier this month powering past the likes of Rushall and Darlington in the process won’t be a time for either side to worry about weary legs or a hectic schedule “We’re fighting for the same cause and that comes down to people’s mentality individually and collectively,” he commented “We can’t afford to rest players and we’ll be at our strongest we’ll give them a game as we’ll bring our A-Game to the party I always like the big games; I always like the games that have a bit of pressure on them. it’s all bottle because you find out what your changing room’s all about “I think I’ve got a good changing room and were boosted by the return of striker Ben Beresford to fitness on Saturday He featured as a substitute against Needham Market and will be a welcome addition to the ranks Kick off on Tuesday night at Brackley is at 7:45pm Away travel is available from Harriers at the time of writing but is selling well, while supporters are reminded match day prices rise by £2 compared to tickets purchased in advance from the Brackley website The game will be screened live at The Harriers Arms for those unable to make it to St James’ Park Harriers again strongly supports The National League and Football Association in delivering their antisocial conduct message Please review the following information before visiting Aggborough or following the team on the road and remember that your entry into Aggborough Stadium is subject to the acceptance of the National League’s Ground regulations and adherence to the Smoke No Joke policy Both documents are clearly visible and available on entry turnstiles but are also available for download below we would like to remind supporters that the club will not tolerate supporter misconduct of any kind Please support Kidderminster Harriers responsibility Should you be concerned by any of the above conduct you may witness please report it to your nearest steward at any venue to the Club Office or Safety Officer or by e-mail to security@harriers.co.uk By Matty Paddock - 28/01/2025 OUR Tuesday night National League North fixture at Brackley Town has been postponed persistent rain in the local area since the weekend has left the surface at St James Park waterlogged and with no prospect of play A new date for the game will be confirmed once agreed Harriers are next in action when they host Sutton United at Aggborough in the FA Trophy this weekend https://tempestjones.com/ https://www.blackwellgrangehotel.com/ Darlington allowed a two goal lead slip as Brackley came back to win 4-2 but then they were beaten by two long throws Brackley scored three times in the space of ten second half minutes to ensure that they maintained their unbeaten record at Blackwell Meadows https://darlingtonfc.co.uk/news/goals-from-the-brackley-game https://darlingtonfc.co.uk/news/steve-theres-still-lots-to-play-for Quakers started with plenty of promise and put together a good spell of pressure without managing to create an opening although Ben Hedley found space on the right to find Cedric Main with a low cross but the striker couldn’t control the ball Cedric Main controlled a through ball from Elliot Forbes Kelly swung a free kick from the left over towards the far post And then another ball into the box caused panic in the Brackley defence but first Hetherington and then Main couldn't get shots away Some good play down the left by Kelly gave him the chance to make ground and his low cross was cleared for a corner but Quakers were penalised when the corner was taken There was a chance on 21 minutes when Hetherington’s cross from the right was cleared as far as Scott Barrow who tried a low left foot shot that Jonny Maxted held on to low to his left Brackley won a corner on the right on 24 minutes that was curled into the near post Quakers wasted a half chance when Hatfield won the ball in midfield and played the ball through to Maskell who put a right foot shot wide with two team mates unmarked square of him Kelly cleverly played the ball inside for Jack Maskell to sidestep a defender and then coolly roll the ball into the bottom corner of the net But Brackley pulled a goal back within two minutes A long throw in came from Justin Donawa on the right for Matt Lowe to score with a diving header Quakers had a chance for 3-1 when Maskell and Main combined to set up Kelly who dragged his shot wide of the post Brackley had another long throw from the right who was wearing a new shirt for the second half after his original was torn conceded a corner which was swung into the six yard box Brackley levelled from another long throw which went over the top of the Darlington defence for Lowe to hook home at the far post Then they went 3-2 up on 53 minutes when Brackley broke again and Donowa beat Jameson with a low diagonal shot Quakers made their first sub on 55 minutes But it was 4-2 on the hour when a corner came in from the right and Gareth Dean poked the ball home from six yards Quakers tried to respond when Maskell found Hatfield in the box Then a careful build up on the right ended with a powerful shot by Flint that Maxted pushed over the bar Hatfield and Hatherington coming on for Matty Cornish and Haseem Bakre but Brackley kept a firm grip on the game until the end Brackley include former Darlington player Justin Donawa in their starting line up By Matty Paddock - 23/01/2025 TWO more tough away trips in National League North await Harriers who next head to Oxford City and Brackley while we venture to Brackley on Tuesday night (28th) Away travel is on sale now for both games: Away fans are urged strongly to purchase match tickets online from the Oxford City website in advance of the day Prices rise by £2 when tickets are purchased at the turnstile Prices also rise by £2 on the day compared to advance online prices so away fans are strongly urged to buy prior to the match day Book your travel tickets online or by calling 01562 823 931 during office hours Season Ticket holders purchasing online must do so via the account to which their Season Ticket is linked Travel tickets are subject to availability and are non-refundable and the club reserves the right to cancel any transport for which there is not sufficient interest No alcohol is permitted on board and the club reserves the right to refuse full or partial travel to any supporters guilty of antisocial behaviour either on transport or in and around any stadium Please review the following information before visiting Aggborough or following the team on the road After a two week hiatus the Blues return to action with a trip to Brackley Town on Saturday as Calum McIntyre’s men look to continue our positive run of form the Seals had won three league matches in succession Brackley were also on a three-game run of league victories before to their defeat on the road at Scarborough Athletic on Tuesday night when Alex Brown netted a 99th minute winner for the Seadogs The Saints sit just outside the play-offs at present as they recovered from a shaky start to the campaign with a string of positive results between September-November The aforementioned defeat against Scarborough was a first in the league in six outings a run which included important away victories at Needham Market Last season’s play-offs ended in heartbreak for Brackley as they fell to defeat at home to Boston United after a 1-0 win in the semi-final over Chorley It is the Saints’ 13th consecutive season in the sixth tier a period that has yielded seven top four finishes but that has never led to promotion to the National League Connor Hall bagged the only goal in the reverse fixture in August at the Deva Stadium as all three points headed back to Northamptonshire James Park since his appointment in May 2023 The 43-year-old’s first role in management saw him steward AFC Telford United for over three years at this level Cowan almost led the club into the play-offs in the 2018/19 campaign but missed out on goal difference to Bradford Park Avenue The boss’ playing career started at Braintree Town and included spells with Shrewsbury Town Attacking midfielder Morgan Roberts has been a key cog in Cowan’s system so far as a creative force to a forward line which includes Danny Newton and Connor Hall The 23-year-old bagged a crucial equaliser in the 89th minute on the road at Spennymoor Town and has also found the net in wins over Curzon Ashton and Peterborough Sports Roberts is in his second spell with the Saints after a loan stint from Northampton Town in the 2020/21 campaign The Welshman has has also featured for Swindon Town Brackley Town | W9 D3 L6 | F21 A15 | Pos: 11th Rushall Olympic (A) | W 1-0 | Scorers: Miracle Okafor Scarborough Athletic (A) | L 2-1 | Morgan Roberts Chester FC | W9 D5 L5 | F24 A19 | Pos: 9th Oxford City (H) | W 3-1 | Scorers: Tom Peers x3 Warrington Town (A) | D 1-1 | Scorers: Harrison Burke Kick off is 3pm at St James’ Park on Saturday The address for the ground 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club is fan owned and does not have any major shareholders By Matty Paddock - 25/03/2025 HARRIERS put in one of their most determined and professional displays of the season to win 1-0 at Brackley Town on Tuesday night Ashley Hemmings struck for the 29th time this season with the game’s only goal but Harriers had chances to win by more at St James’ Park The pivotal moment of the game arrived on just four minutes; Dave Worrall aiming a perfect cross squarely on to the head of Hemmings who deftly glanced it into the net via the far post Danny Newton might’ve had Brackley level just four minutes later when he saw his volley deflected aside before Kyle Morrison’s header from a deep delivery into the box needed a good pair of hands from goalkeeper Jonny Maxted Brackley’s best chance of the game came nine minutes into the second half A deep cross was headed across goal and toward Matt Lowe who was denied by a goal-line clearance from Morrison It wasn’t all defending from Harriers – on 67 minutes they went close to a second when Hemmings sent a firm effort towards Maxted that the keeper tipped aside with little to spare Maxted’s finest work of the night came with 76 played Hemmings’ driven free kick was given a pivotal touch on to the underside of the bar by the stopper In the sixth of seven minutes of added time Connor Hall aimed a shot around the body of his man that Christian Dibble watched carefully before turning away from goal an act that confirmed the destination of the three points Get tonight’s full team line-up, match stats, facts and more: Download our FREE Official Club App – App Store or Google Play slipping to their third successive defeat in the process With keeper George Willis out injured long-term manager Billy Heath secured the signature of former Rochdale stopper David Robson in time to play but it was his opposite number Jonny Maxted who drew the headlines In the tenth minute the Brackley keeper failed to prevent a back header from going behind and then managed to fumble Billy Whitehouse's subsequent flag-kick over the line to give the Reds the lead Then after the visitors had uncompromisingly taken the game by the scruff of the neck with three goals blew a fuse on the stroke of half-time bringing down Liam Waldock in full flight on the edge of the area The referee had little choice but to brandish red George Carline took over between the sticks Having given the Saints a 2-1 lead on 25 minutes with a simple conversion of a right-flank cross Carline's first job was to pick the ball out of the back of the net after Jed Abbey had duly despatched the free-kick Alfreton had led for just seven minutes when Alfie Bates slammed home a loose ball and Connor Hall had made the score 3-1 to Brackley after 32 minutes with a header from a Matt Lowe cross Spurred on by the turn of events the Reds were quickly out of the blocks after the interval and by the 48th minute a long throw by Adam Lund had caused enough confusion for Max Hunt to grab an equalising header and from that point there was hope in the air Try as they might though the hosts met Northamptonshire resistance Jake Day and sub Lewis Salmon before Brackley delivered the sucker punch in the shadows of added time with Lowe sparking wild celebrations on the visiting bench when he slid home a right-wing cross rather too easily Quakers look to bounce back from Tuesday night defeat 🎟  Match Tickets Match sponsor: Tempest Jones Matchball sponsor: Blackwell Grange Hotel Darlo look to bounce back after defeat to Scunthorpe on Tuesday night The Quakers welcome Brackley to Blackwell Meadows as they look to get back to winning ways to help their playoff hopes Brackley are third in the league only two points of the top and come into the game with four wins in their last five The Saints away from home have been strong with nine wins and three draws in 17 matches which puts them third best in away form Brackley have scored 27 goals when on the road which is the second most for away goals in the league and conceded 21 which is the 8th best in the league The Quakers at home have only lost twice in 16 games which will be a stat they will want to keep untouched Darlo are 16th in goals scored at home but defensively are strong with only 13 goals conceded which is tied for 4th best in the league When the two teams met earlier this season Brackley won 2-1 with Danny Newton and Zak Lilly scoring to earn the Saints victory after Cedric Main had put Quakers in front Brackley have never lost at Blackwell Meadows in six visits The top scorer for Brackley this season is Connor Hall The striker has found the back of the net 15 times this season and has set up five goals for his teammates He has been putting up double figure goal tallies for the past four seasons Former Darlo player Justin Donawa is in the Brackley squad He featured for the Quakers in the 2019/20 season then joined Solihull Moors the season after in the National League • 25th February: Scunthorpe 2 Darlington 0 • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXw3QhYM88c  • 22nd February: Darlington 1 (Griffiths) King’s Lynn 0 • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLvvkZkDiw8  • 15th February: Southport 0 Darlington 0 • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1afGlOwoPxk&t=736s  • 28th January: Darlington 0 Buxton 1 • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ziNy7Uh6CU  • 22nd February: Brackley 1 (Hall) Southport 0 • 15th February: Marine 1 Brackley 2 (Lowe • 11th February: Chorley 4 Brackley 1 (Pollock) • 8th February: Brackley 1 (Carline) Peterborough Sports 0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yTtDcwrns0o 2023-24 Darlington 1 (Hatfield) Brackley 1, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvE1j9BOgmY 2019-20 Brackley 5 Darlington 1 (Thompson) https://darlingtonfc.co.uk/news/darlington-v-brackley-advice-to-fans  You can follow the game on Darlo Fans Radio, X, and the official website Turnstiles will open at 11:30am for this match.  All supporters are more than welcome to join us in the 1882 Bar supporters can now drink alocohol in view of the pitch!  Please bring photo ID with you as this may be checked as part of our standard ticketing policy We will be serving food and beverages on all concourses and can accept both cash and card payments.  supporters are not allowed to bring food & drink bought from outside the stadium into the Stadium A big thank you to both for their support of today's game we've got plenty going on for the whole family.  Our community pitch will be open for the kids to play football under supervision from our staff.  Take on our inflatable darts challenge and see if you can hit a high score.  Our reindeer trail is also available for families to take part you can grab your sheet for FREE at the club shop with a prize at the end.  We'll also have facepaining for £3 in the Exeter Marquee on the community side of the stadium.  We have you covered with a range of 0% or low percentage gins Guinness and Virgin Mary's mocktails.  we have super brunch food options for supporters Our home turnstiles will be open for all fans to enter the stadium (as you enter The MGroup Stadium walk to the left of the main reception building to enter the stadium).  Brackley supporters who have bought tickets for a certain area will be able to stand anywhere in the stadium. However there will be a Brackley Fan Zone on the community side of the stadium with a separate bar.  we're pleased to say that there will be a separate area for travelling Brackley fans.  Saints fans will still be able to use all of the food kiosks and 1882 Bar within the MGroup Stadium but will also have access to our 'Away Bar' which will be open for food & drink.  this game kicks-off at an earlier time of 1:00pm.  The easiest way to buy tickets for the match are online (and you save £2 on each ticket when you do so) We also have a special online only deal where supporters can buy their ticket alongside any food item and drink for just £20.  Tickets will also be available on the day for supporters at an increased rate (£2 more per ticket).  We strongly reccomend buying in advance to save time at the turnstile.  Tickets can be bought at the turnstile with both cash & card We've got MEGA deals available at the club shop to kick-off the January sales Head over to our club shop to browse our range of kit We always encourage supporters to travel to the stadium via public transport wherever possible.  If that's not possible, we have all the information you need ahead of your visit to The MGroup Stadium HERE. Our car park is FULL for this match.  We encourage supporters to arrive earlier than usual in order to attend the match on time.  Arriving early will also give you a better chance of securing a car parking spot if you are driving & soak up the pre-match atmosphere.  Our printed matchday programme, will be available in print from the club shop (located to the left of the turnstile once you enter the stadium) for £3.00!  We will also be selling 50/50 tickets. The latest edition of Turnstile magazine will also be available. Regular favourites such pin badges & keyrings will also be available to purchase alongside our ever popular home shirts. Our replica shirts have sold at a record rate, and will also be available to buy at the shop. The safety of all match participants is of paramount importance to us. We therefore ask that our supporters adhere to the ground regulations in place at the stadium, enjoy the game and do not to enter the playing area at any time.  We remind supporters that it is a criminal offence to enter the pitch and doing so, may result in a criminal record and stadium bans. It also creates a significant safety issue not only for themselves, but for fellow supporters, Club players, staff and match officials. The Club wants all supporters to enjoy the game safely and thank fans for their continued support. We urge any supporters who hear or experience any discriminatory language or behaviour which can include homophobia, sexism, and racism to contact us urgently. If you do here something, please report it to the nearest steward, or via the Kick It Out dedicated App. All reports will remain anonymous. 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