26th April

Under 8s
Hetton Juniors V Coxhoe United
Coxhoe kicked off against Hetton Juniors. Everytime both teams have met one goal is usually enough to win the game. Hetton came at Coxhoe in the first five minutes and created the better chances. The pressure paid off when Hetton scored the first goal. Coxhoe started playing much better after conceding and created a few chances of their own.The second half saw Coxhoe pushing forward for an equaliser. Nathan Hegarty went on a great run beating three players but hitting his shot just wide. Lewis Jowett also hit a snapshot just wide in the dying seconds.
Hetton Juniors 1 Coxhoe United 0 M.o.M - Mason Hoyland

Coxhoe United V Swalwell Juniors
Coxhoe started the second game against Swalwell who had an impressive 100% winning record. It was Coxhoe who started the better playing some nice football with Brad, Mason and Joseph linking up together putting Swalwell under the cosh. Lewis Jowett picked up the ball just inside his own half, knocked it down the line to Mason Hoyland. Mason then turned and slotted it through to Joseph Kerrigan. Joseph coolly rounded the keeper and fired home.The second half was no different, Coxhoe playing the best football this season. Swalwell first chance of the game came from a long range shot which was supperbly saved by Nathan Hegarty. Coxhoe got their rewards with a second goal when Mason Hoyland intercepted a goal kick and burried it into the left hand corner of the net. Matthew Whiting and Lewis Jowett kept Swalwell at bay for the last five minutes with some resolute defending.
Coxhoe United 2 Swalwell 0 M.o.M - Mason Hoyland
Under 11 Girls
Coxhoe v Willington

This was always going to be a hard match as Willington are top of the league . However , the girls went out determined to show how much they have improved and they didn't let themselves down . Katherine Dunne had a great match in goal , having volunteered to take this position . As well as making some solid saves , she set up some great attacks with her long kicks . Ashleigh Stores also had a fabulous game in defence quietly making some very mature tackles and clearences from defence . (a well deserved man of the match)The score was 0-0 at half time , so with much enthusiasm the girls started the second half . The team played some excellent football , with some determined runs from midfield by Sophie Whiting and Beth Vasey and eventually Abigail Griffths hit the ball into the top corner of the net. (her best goal this season)
Willington scored three in the second half , but the team never gave up attacking to the end . This was one of their best performances this season . Well done!!!
Final score Coxhoe United 1 Willington 3 - Player OTM Ashleigh Stores

Coxhoe v Consett Magpies
Again a hard match with Consett being second in the league . We started with another new goalie , so thanks to Vanessa Stephenson for volunteering this match . The team again played lovely football passing the ball around and supporting each other . Sophie Whiting played another storming game in centre midfield helpng our two new players , Sophie Tierney and Phan Piercy to fit in , which they did excellently . The whole team attacked confidently and we had many chances on the Consett goal . Katherine Dunne had a suberb game marking Consett main goalscorer out of the game . Up until the last ten minutes it was still 0-0 , then Beth Vasey got injured and had to be carried off . The girls were worried about Beth and lost a little of their concentation and Consett took advantage and scored two late goals . However , a much improved performance by the whole team .
Final score: Coxhoe United 0 Consett Magpies 2 - Player OTM: Sophie Whiting

29/30 March

Under 8s Development
Coxhoe United V Nissan Real
Coxhoe went into the weekend's games missing several players through injury and illness. Unfortunately we were playing the top two teams. First up was Nissan Real who dominated the first half scoring twice. Coxhoe gave them a run for their money in the second half going close a couple of times. Nissan killed the game off with a third goal; if not for some great defending from man of the match Matthew Whiting the score could have been more.
Coxhoe United 0 Nissan Real 3 M.o.M - Matthew Whiting

Swalwell Juniors V Coxhoe United
Swalwell got off to a flying start by scoring in the first minute. The Coxhoe defence was put under constant pressure and Swalwell got their rewards with a well taken second goal from a narrow angle. Just when we thought it couldn't get any worse Matthew Whiting went down injured; having no substitutes he tried his best to play on.Coxhoe played their hearts out having to play most of the second half with only six players. Unfortunately Swalwell scored their third goal.
Swalwell Juniors 3 Coxhoe United 0 G.o.M - Ella Beecham

Under 11 Girls
Coxhoe United v Consett Devils
This was the first week since before Christmas that the team has had a sub , and it made a big difference . The team played the whole game very confidently with some very mature and thoughtful passing sequences , which resulted in many attacks on the Devils goal . Unfortunately just like many other times the goals just wouldn't go into the net . Sophie Whiting and Vanessa Stephenson had particularly good games in the midfield , with Sophie settling into a new role in the centre with a dominance that we are becoming to expect from her . Ashleigh Stores and Katherine Dunne made a good new partnership in defence and it was unlucky when the Devils knocked two goals in in the first half . However , Coxhoe are growing as a team and came out fighting in the second half and soon were attacking again with a cross by Sophie which was connected strongly by Sophie Thiercy on her debut . Well done also to Phin Piercy on a good first match also.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 1 Consett devils 2 - MoM: Vanessa Stephenson

Coxhoe United v Fulwell
The team started strongly , but it was soon clear that Fulwell had come to win and win strongly . They put our defence under pressure imediately and we were soon several goals down . The girls did not give up they fought back and had several attacks set up by Sophie Whiting who was again controlling the centre of the field . Unfortunately , during the game Sophie had several times where she was having trouble breathing so in the end was taken of . This made a great difference and Fulwell took advantage knocking more goals past the defence . However , we now are looking to build the team up with our new players and everyone gave their all .
Final score Coxhoe United 0 Fulwell 5 - MoM Sophie Whiting

15/16 March

Under 12s
Coxhoe United v Lambton Lions
Coxhoe enjoyed complete domination in the first half in their home fixture against Lambton Lions but failed to get passed a well organised Lambton defence. When Lambton were awarded a penalty halfway through the second half it looked as if all of Coxhoe's good work would count for nothing but the penalty shot went sailing over the bar. James Marshall saved the day for the Coxhoe lads when he added to his tremendous goal scoring run of late since his move from defence to midfield. A good three points for the boys but the scorelne failed to reflect Coxhoe's superiority on the day.
Final score: Coxhoe United 1 Lambton Lions 0 - MoM Korey Smith & Jack Stonely

Under 8s Development
Waldridge Park Reds V Coxhoe United
This weekend'sgames were played in perfect conditions for once. First up were Waldridge ParkReds. The first half saw very few chaces for both sides with Matthew Whiting and Joseph Kerrigan forming a good defence partnership.Coxhoe came out with a bit more urgency and created a chance for Lewis Jowett who shot wide. As time was running out, the best chance of the game fell to Mason Hoyland who unluckily pulled his shot wide in the dying seconds.
Waldridge Park Reds 0 Coxhoe United 0 M.o.M - Brad Bihari

Coxhoe United V Washington United Lynx
Coxhoe started the second game passing the ball around very well. This eventually created a couple of good chances. The first fell to Brad Bihari who shot from distance which just shot wide. Liam Wright was a constant threat and was unlucky not to score in the first half. Coxhoe worked hard and kept pushing forward in the second half, with Nathan Hegarty creating chances from the left wing. Washington broke away only for Dylan Eadsforth to put in an all important last-ditch tackle. Finally Coxhoe were rewarded for their persistence when Liam Wright picked up a loose ball and fired home with an excellent finish.
Coxhoe United 1 Washington United Lynx 0 M.o.M - Liam Wright

Under 11 Girls
Coxhoe United v Washington Juniors
The team started off very slowly this week and did not play very well in the first half , due to this they were caught off guard and Washington scored early in the first half . However , in the second half they had woken up and began to play like we know they can play with some excellent passing moves between Sophie Whiting and Abigail Griffths. Beth Vasey and Ashleigh Stores did their jobs well in defence and stopped Washington getting through again.
Final score Coxhoe United 1 Washington Juniors 1 - MoM: Katherine Dunne

Coxhoe United v Washington Lionessess
Yes you really did read the score correctly!! The girls came out determined to play better than the first game and they most certainly did . From the start they attacked the goal as if their lives depended on it . They pressured every ball and worked hard to play the passing football that we had asked them to play . It was such a team performane that l am not going to pick anyone out , only to say thank you to Katherine Dunne and Beth Vasey for volunteering to go in goal.Goals scored by......Abigail Griffths 2, Beth Vasey 2 , Sophie Whiting 1 , Holly Crozier 1 , Vanessa Stephenson 1.
Final score: Coxhoe United 7 Washington Lionessess 0 - MoM: Vanessa Stephenson

1/2 March

Under 12s
Coxhoe United v City of Durham Storm
The under 12's went into a tough fixture against a high flying City of Durham Storm without the services of several key members of their squad. The lads however were full of grit and determination and dominated the match despite going a goal behind after only 8 minutes. Coxhoe's man of the match, James Marshall scored his second goal in two weeks after 15 minutes and completed his brace 11 minutes into a second half totally dominated by Coxhoe.
Final score: Coxhoe United 2 City of Durham Storm 1 - MoM: James Marshall

Under 8s Development
Nissan Sunderland Real v Coxhoe United
At last the cup competition got underway this weekend. Coxhoe UTD took on Nissan Real on a wind swept day. Coxhoe started really well using the advantage of having the wind behind them in the first half. Within two minutes of the start, Brad Bihari latched onto a poor goal kick and fired past the Nissan keeper. Coxhoe pushed forward for a second goal with Mason Hoyland shooting just wide. The second half was a different story with a Nissan Real doing all of the passing. Coxhoe United hung on with some great defending from Matthew Whiting and Mason Hoyland. Liam Wright also pulled off three great saves in the dying minutes.
Final score: Nissan Sunderland 0 Coxhoe United 2 - MoM: Mason Hoyland

Coxhoe United v East Durham Hawks
Having won the first game of the day Coxhoe United came out brimming with confidence. Once again Coxhoe started with the wind behind them and took full advantage. Liam Wright scored the first goal with a low shot past the Durham keeper. Durham were struggling to clear the ball against the terrible wind but Liam Wright latched onto a clearance and finishing coolly once again. Brad Bihari rounded off a good first half with a snap shot at goal, which went flying into the bottom left hand corner. The second half saw Durham come out fighting and they were rewarded with a goal. Conceding a goal only lifted Coxhoe and within a minute Brad Bihari fired in his second goal of the game. Coxhoe's best move of the match saw Joseph Kerrigan pass the ball down the line to Lewis Jowett who whipped in a low cross. Then Dylan Eadsforth shot at goal, only for Durham to clear off the line. Brad Bihari rounded off a perfect day by scoring Coxhoe's fifth goal of the match and also his first ever hat trick for Coxhoe United.
Final score: Coxhoe United 5 East Durham Hawks 1 - MoM: Liam Wright

Under 11 Girls
Coxhoe United v Consett Devils
This is going to be a hard second half of the season as we now only have seven players , but the girls started positively with some very attacking play from Sophie Whiting , Vanesss Stephenson and Abigail Griffths . The team had been asked to play in a new formation and adapted very quickly tp the new style with Katherine Dunne sending some lovely balls out from central defence . Beth Vasey had a very solid game in goal ( which is not her normal position ) , making several vital saves . Coxhoe broke through the Consett defence just before half time with a fast attack from our mid field who sent the ball straight to the feet of Abigail Griffths who banged it in the net for a well deserved lead . The second half saw Coxhoe build on their earlier play with many lovely passing moves that show how far this team have come this season , however the lack of a sub showed in the last ten minutes when tiredness started to show and Consett broke through twice to score twice late on . This was a great game played by both teams in the spirit that it should be played .
Final Score: Coxhoe United 1 Consett Devils 2 - Player OTM: Vanessa Stephenson

Coxhoe 1 v Consett Magpies
This game looked like we had a different team on . The girls did not attack the ball in the first half and were 4 down by half time despite some fine tackling by Ashleigh Stores and Holly Crozier and some very brave saves by Beth Vasey . After some straight talking at half time the girls came out fighting and played some creative football resulting in Sophie Whiting taking the ball from the half way line and scoring . The team battled until the end and were a credit to themselves in the second half .
Final Score Coxhoe United 1 Consett Magpies 6 - Man of the match: Abigail Griffths

24 February

Under 12s
Coxhoe United v Mill Hill BoysCoxhoe struggled to find to make headway in a dissapointing first half display against a well organised, 10 man, Mill Hill team. Coxhoe were limited to a number of long range efforts which were easily dealt with by the Mill Hill goalkeeper. It wasn't until the second half of the second period of play until Coxhoe started to play the sort of football they are capable of when James Marshall struck an unstoppable shot to open the scoring for United. When Macauley Smith added a second 5 minutes later the result was never in doubt.
Final score: Coxhoe United 2 Mill Hill Boys 0 - MoM: Jack Stonely

Under 11s
Coxhoe United v SAFC 24/7 Panthers
The first tie between these 2 teams 5 months ago ended in a 1-1 draw when the Panthers equalised in the dying seconds after Coxhoe had led for most of the game, so United were keen to get off to a good start and maintain a cushion in the score-line this time. Their start could not have been better with Rhys Wayman opening the scoring within 1 minute and then doubling his tally 15 minutes later. Curtis Bihari managed to retain that 2 goal margin with a goal line clearance when SAFC turned up the pressure but Andrew Simpson soon added a third to steady the Coxhoe nerves. The Panthers maintained their determination and managed to claw 1 back, but straight from the resulting kick off Alex McGrath sliced a ball through the 24/7 midfield for Stephen Wadge to collect and launch a great shot that rounded the keeper to add another for Coxhoe just before half time.The second half proved just as entertaining with good football from both teams but neither side was able to add to the score-line.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 4 SAFC 24/7 Panthers 1 - MoM Alex McGrath & Stephen Wadge

Under 11 Lions
Blackfyne v Coxhoe United Lions
After almost 3 months without a game it was a pleasure to see the Lions kick a ball again, as we faced Blackfyne in a gayle force wind at Ford Quarry, the game started with both teams looking to keep the ball on the deck and play some football. The early exchanges were fairly even until Blackfyne were awarded a free kick just outside of the box and there MOM stepped up and smashed the ball into the top corner to give them a 1-0 lead. The lead was soon doubled when some poor marking at the back post gifted Blackfyne their second however 3 changes in the last 10 mins of the first half spurred Coxhoe on and with 2 or 3 chances before the break we should have scored.The second half was again end to end stuff with both teams creating a lot of chances in an enjoyable game to watch, Mark Arnold was in fine form in the Coxhoe net and fully deserved the Man of the Match award but the whole team battled hard with almost everyone having a shot of some kind in the second half. A good start back after not playing for so long - keep it up and we'll get that first win.
Blackfyne: 2 Coxhoe United Lions: 0 MoM Mark Arnold

17 February

Under 12s
Whitburn & Cleadon v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe faced Whitburn & Cleadon in a tough away fixture in freezing conditions with half of their squad out of action. At kick off there were only 8 Coxhoe players on the field so realistically there was only going to be one winner. Coxhoe made up for lack of numbers with skill and determination but conceded 2 first half goals. In the second half Coxhoe continued to show character and much of the football was played in the Whitburn half but, as in the first half, sheer weight of numbers meant that the home side pushed forward and scored a further 2 goals. Lewis Dodsworth struck a beautiful freekick which found the back of the net in injury time to make the finalscoreline 4-1. MoM: Macauley Smith

10 February

Under 11s
Seaham Town v Coxhoe United
An away tie to Seaham Town proved to be a tricky fixture for Coxhoe United Under 11, 11/side. United managed to keep Seaham at bay for 25 minutes, but after several opportunities the Town managed to beat the Coxhoe defence to open the scoring. A second followed 3 minutes into the second half and a fantastic penalty save from Lee Saiger for Coxhoe gave United some hope, but still they were unable to penetrate far beyond the Seaham midfield. As time ticked away a recovery for United seemed unlikely and a third for Seaham with 5 minutes left to play ensured their victory.
Final Score:- Seaham Town 3, Coxhoe United 0 - MoM Stephen Wadge

3rd February

Under 11s
Coxhoe United vs East Durham
Although Coxhoe took control of the game and demonstrated some great passing throughout the team, it wasn't until the 8th minute before Alex McGrath netter the opener after breaking the offside trap and running almost half the length of the pitch and slotting past the Durham keeper. United's 2nd from Rhys Wayman 4 minutes later was a wonderful looping ball over the heads of the defence and James Gilson ensured a comfortable half time 3 goal cushion with a shot across the face of the goal from the right wing.The increasing wind in the 2nd half made conditions a little trickier for the United defence but a great penalty save from Lee Saiger in Coxhoe's net maintained the 3 goal lead until 2 minutes before full time when Andrew Simpson stepped up to tuck away a 4th.
Final Score:- Coxhoe United 4 East Durham 0 - MoM: Alex McGrath

24/25 November

Under 12s
Coxhoe United v Newbottle
After a 2 week break the table topping under 12s had a stiff test in a home fixture against second placed Newbottle. The visitors showed their intent and attacked straight from the off and forced man of the match, Jason Jones, in the Coxhoe goal into action in only the second minute. For the rest of the first half both teams showed skill and flair but with both defences in fine form it was never going to be a high scoring game. The deadlock was broken after 28 minutes when the ever dangerous Newbottle number 10 kept his nerve and placed the ball in the net after a break on the 28 minute mark. Their lead, however, was short lived when Angus Reeves, playing in his debut match, equalised on the stroke of half time. The second half was highly entertaining with both teams displaying grit, determination and skill, but, as in the first half both defences were in fine form and no more goals were forthcoming. Jason Jones, playing in goal for Coxhoe was awarded the Coxhoe man of the match whilst both Coxhoe debutees Tom Nesbitt and goalscorer Angus Reeves showed great promise.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 1 Newbottle 1 - MoM: Jason Jones

Under 11s
Bowburn Youth v Coxhoe United
The long awaited first local derby match of the season took place in perfect conditions at Bowburn Football ground with Coxhoe looking for a second straight win and Bowburn searching for a first win of the season. Straight from the kick off Coxhoe broke forward down the left and created a chance in the first minute with a shot that went just wide and followed this up with most of the attacking play in the first 10 mins with another couple of chances going begging to Rhys and Andrew up front, however it was Bowburn who opened the scoring when the ball broke clear just inside the box and was calmly put into the bottom corner giving the keeper no chance. This spurred us back to life and although we didn't play our usual flowing football we again created chances which ended in Cameron breaking into the box and hitting a shot that deflected off the keeper and into the opposite corner to give us a 1-1 half time score line. A fiery half time team talk got things back on track as the ever dangerous Cameron gave the Bowburn defence a tough time on the right hand side and it was from one of those runs that we earned a corner and although the ball was partially cleared a good ball back into the box landed at the feet of Joe Nixon, who could have been in an offside position, but as any good striker does he smashed the ball into the back of net rather than wait for the whistle to give us a 2-1 lead. Bowburn created chances in the second period and with their height always looked dangerous from corners but the Coxhoe defence remained strong and with the help of a fantastic last ditch clearance from Stephen we kept our slender lead going into the final 3rd of the game. With Andrew back up front the pace began to tell and a through ball created a 1 on 1 which he took with great ease, as Bowburn tried to salvage something from the game and pressed forward another quick break sent Rhys clear and he capped a fine performance to scored again from a 1 on 1 giving a final score of 4-1 to Coxhoe. Only 1 game left now before Xmas, let's make if 3 out of 3 and finish the year on a high.
Final Score: Bowburn Youth 1 Coxhoe United 4 - MoM: Joe Nixon

Under 11 Lions
Coxhoe United Lions v Brandon United
The Lions took on Brandon again this week and just as we kicked off the rain started, both teams started well with some nice passing moves to create early chances but no goals resulted, a tight Coxhoe defence with Cameron and Kieran kept Brandon at bay as we struggled uphill and into the wind & rain to create any chances at the opposite end as Max, James and Henry all worked hard in midfield trying to release McKenzie up front. However with only a couple of minutes left in the first half we failed to clear the ball and Brandon took the lead with a scrappy goal, they doubled that lead a minute before half time with a break away goal that saw our heads drop a little.A stern half time team talk lifted us as we came back out after the break with Lewis replacing McKenzie up front and we looked the more composed side as we created some early chances but again a break down the left hand side saw Brandon take a 3 goal lead with only a couple of minutes gone in the 2nd half. From that point on the game became very open with the Lions showing great heart and determination to get something out of the game with Lewis, Henry and a great long range effort from James all coming close the that elusive goal. We even sent the big lads up from the back to try and get something from a series of corners we got late on but still failed to bag a goal, a late injury to Mark in the Coxhoe goal saw Kieran pull on the shirt and gloves to make a couple of great saves before the end of the game.

Under 8s Development
Bowburn v Coxhoe United
Bowburn started the game confidently because of the recent improvement in their results and it showed. Coxhoe were very quiet for much of the first half and this proved costly as just before halftime because Bowburn scored the first goal of the match. Coxhoe came out the second half fighting and created a few good chances. Mason Hoyland managed to keep the ball in when the Bowburn defence thought it was going out. He cut inside and shot just wide from a tight angle. The longer the game went on the harder Coxhoe pressed forward for a goal but it wasn't to be.
Final score: Bowburn 1 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM: Brad Bihari

Durham County v Coxhoe United
As usual the game was a close encounter against Durham County. Both teams cancelled each other out for most of the first half. The only chance in the first half fell to a County player whose snap shot flew into the bottom corner.The second half was an even affair with Coxhoe's best chance falling to Liam Wright who smashed the ball against the post. Coxhoe worked very hard and never gave up.
Final score: Durham County 1 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM: Brad Bihari

17/18 November

Under 11s
Coxhoe United v Boldon Colt Panthers
After a 2 week break, Coxhoe were eager to get onto the pitch and play some football.United started positively, pinning Boldon into their own half for much of the early stages but took 20 minutes to get the first goal through Cameron Holdsworth. Another 7 minutes saw Alex McGrath double the advantage but this triggered a surge of pressure from the Panthers who clawed 1 back just before half time.They continued this pressure into the 2nd half and evened up the match after 10 minutes but this spurred United on to 2 goals from James Gilson. Boldon didn't give up and narrowed the gap with 10 minutes left on the clock, ensuring a tense finish for all spectators, but Coxhoe managed to hang onto the lead to secure a much needed 3 points.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 4 Boldon Colt Panthers 3 - MoM: Cameron Holdsworth

Under 10 Panthers
Shotton Jets v Coxhoe United
The Panthers first game was against Shotton Jets, it was the Panthers who asked all the early questions, Jordan Harker & Faye Mullen were winning everything in midfield and with 3 minutes gone a fabulous corner from Lewis Elmer sees Anthony Wharrier head home his 15th goal of the season. One minute later Jordan Harker puts a great ball in the box and Lewis Elmer just knocks wide. Shotton's first attack of the game was broke down by Ryan Dobson & Danny Teggert, with 10 minutes gone Anthony Wharrier & Lewis Elmer again combine to make it 2-0 with Faye Mullen winning the ball in midfield, knocking it through to Lewis Elmer on the right who then puts the ball along the box to Anthony Wharrier who blasts home. From the kickoff Shotton attack Flynn Fisher dives full stretch to keep the ball out of the net Halftime 2-0.In the second half Shotton pick up the pace but with Ryan, Danny & Flynn in good form Shotton could not break it down. With 3 minutes to go Lewis, Anthony & Jordan all break & Lewis scores from just outside the box to make it 3-0.
Final Score Shotton Jets 0 Coxhoe United 3 - MoM: Lewis Elmer

Coxhoe United v Tyneside Juniors
The second game was against Tyneside Juniors & the first half sees a stalemate. The start of the second half the Panther's come out a different team with Faye Mullen & Jordan Harker pushing forward, Ryan Dobson & Danny Teggert were putting long balls through for Lewis Elmer & Anthony Wharrier to attack. The Panther's get the breakthrough with 7 minutes left when Anthony puts a nice ball through for Lewis who hits the defender & the ball falls to Jordan who then makes no mistake, then with 2 minutes to go Tyneside get through one on one with Flynn Fisher who makes a spectacular dive to save the Panther's 3 Points.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 1 Tyneside Juniors 0 - MoM: Lewis Elmer

Under 8s Development
Coxhoe United v Birtley Town
Coxhoe started the game very brightly and put Birtley under immense pressure. The first chance fell to Brad Bihari after Joseph Kerrigan's through ball put Brad in a one on one situation. However Birtley's defence caught the back of his leg and the referee tried to play an advantage. Unfortunately this resulted in Brad shooting wide. Matthew Whiting and Joseph Kerrigan were solid at the back and limited Birtley to very few chances. The second half saw Birtley come more into the game and the Birtley striker fired a shot against the post. Dylan Eadsforth won a free kick just outside the box, so up stepped Mason Hoyland who unluckily fired just wide.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 0 Birtley Town 0 - MoM: Mason Hoyland

Byres Green v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe took on table topping Byers Green for the second game of the day. Byers Green did all the attacking and were rewarded with a goal just before half time. The second half wasn't much better for Coxhoe United with Byers Green storing another two goals. The score could've been worse but for a last ditch tackle by Lewis Ward stopping Byers Green in front of goal. Coxhoe never gave in and kept the heads held high until the final whistle.
Final Score: Byres Green 3 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM: Brad Bihari

Under 12 Girls
Coxhoe United v Hardwick Youth
Coxhoe played well in the first half and created a number of chances with the best coming from Bethany Garner who created problems down the right. Jodie Borthwick played some great football and controlled the game well. The half finished 0-0 and the game flowed in the same manner in the second half with both sodes having chances to open the scoring. Five minutes from time Hardwick broke down the right hand side and a low driven ball crept in at the back post. Coxhoe's heads went down at the restart and Hardwick again broke and scored to make it 2-0. Coxhoe pulled themselves togetyer and battled well for the remaining few minutes but could not reduce the deficit.
Final Score Coxhoe United 0 Hardwick Youth 2 - Player OTM: Bethany Garner

Pelton Newfield Ladies v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe went into the second game of the day knowing that they had never got a point from the last 2 games against Pelton with both games finishing 1-0. The game stared well for Coxhoe with a lot of possession. Pelton, however, threatened to score first with Katie Robers saving with her legs. Katie was the busiest of the keepers but she was big and strong in front of goal and was controlling her box well. Half time came with the score at 0-0. The second half was the same as the first with the game being very close. Pelton however broke Coxhoe's hearts when a cross from the right wing crept in at the front post 3 minutes from time. Just after the start the Pelton keeper took a goal kick which did not clear the half and Bethany Garner sprinted to the ball only to put it wide. Coxhoe threw everything forward for the last 3 minutes and Katie played some beautiful balls into the heart of the Pelton box but no one was able to get on the end of them to level the game.
Final Score: Pelton Newfield Ladies 1 Coxhoe United 0 - Player OTM: Katie Roberts

Under 11 Girls
Hilda park v Coxhoe United
This was a really hard game for Coxhoe . The girls had drawn last game with Hilda Park who are top of the table and our opponents were determined not to let us do it again . After only a few minutes Coxhoe were behind and we never really got into the game . Holly Crozier played superbley making some extremely brave saves to keep the score down . However , Coxhoe did not give up and battled on with Vanessa Stephenson , using her pace to bring the ball up to Abigail Griffths , who had several shots at goal . Unfortunately Hilda Park were just to physical for Coxhoe to really make there presence felt . Well done to the whole team for working hard , especially the ones who got injured and carried on.
Final Score: Hilda park 6 Coxhoe United 0 - Player OTM: Holly Crozier

Coxhoe United v Consett YMCA
This was a well fought game with both teams of a similar standard . Coxhoe started strongly with every player pressuring for every ball . Katie Hubery and Ashleigh Stores had good games in defence , and rarely let the ball come into Coxhoes penalty area . The whole of the midfield worked strongly bringing the ball out of our end and working it up the pitch for many shots at goal . Consett worked well in defence to keep out the shots , but in the last few minutes Abigail Griffths managed to get one in the net . The Coxhoe team were exhausted after this match as we had no subs due to illness . Well done to Sophie Whiting for playing through the pain of a knee injury , and thank you to YMCA for such a nice game played in the spirit that it should be.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 1 Consett YMCA 0 - Player OTM: Katie Hubery

10/11 November

Under 12s
Mill Hill Boys v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe visited Mill Hill Boys looking to continue their excellent form that has seen them shoot up the first division in recent weeks. Coxhoe's goal machine, Lee Milburn put the boys on the way with a goal after only 4 minutes and again after 10 minutes. When Macauley Smith scored on 19 minutes to make it 3-0 to Coxhoe it was obvious there was only going to be 1 winner but Mill Hill did pull one back from a free kick on 22 minutes to make it 3-1 going into half time. In the second half it was total Coxhoe domination and Macauley Smith got his second of the day with a beautiful solo effort. Just 2 minutes later Lee Milburn, brimming with confidence, completed his hat trick. As Coxhoe continued to apply pressure Mill Hill conceded an own goal and then Macauley Smith completed the second Coxhoe hat trick of the day with another stunning goal. This excellent result sent Coxhoe to the top of the First Division for the first time this season.
Final score: Mill Hill Boys 1 Coxhoe United 7 - MoM: Lee Milburn

Under 8s Development
Riverside v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe United kicked the weekend off against Riverside. The first half showed very few chances for both teams. Lewis Jowett showed some silky skills on the left wing causing Riverside a few problems. As the game wore on Riverside had a great chance only to be foiled by a great tackle from Joseph Kerrigan. The second half was a different story and Riverside scored three times against the tiring Coxhoe team.
Final Score: Riverside 3 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM: Brad Bihari

Soccerena Milan v Coxhoe United
This game was a big test for Coxhoe as Soccerena Milan was lying second in the league before the day's fixtures. Coxhoe were pushed back from the first whistle but the whole team worked really hard to keep them at bay. Coxhoe managed to hold on till half time. Once again the second half was Coxhoe United's downfall. Soccerena Milan's substitute at half time showed great pace to race through and score. Coxhoe had a couple of chances straight after when Brad Bihari and Mason Hoyland both had good shots saved. It wasn't to be and Soccerena scored another two goals.
Final Score: Soccerena Milan 3 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM: Nathan Hegarty

Under 12 Girls
Coxhoe United v East Durham
Coxhoe started the game well with East Durham defending in numbers but looking threatening on the counter attack. As the rain became heavier the game slowed down and at half time the 0 - 0 score was a good reflection of the weather. The second half started much more brightly and so did Coxhoe who put pressure on the East Durham goal from the start. Jodie,Bethney and Beth Garner all combined well to force the play and liked up well. They started to pass the ball out from defence with both Hayley and Megan showing some cool control. Emily came on mid way into the second half as a second striker and but for two excellent saves form the East Durham keeper could have broke the deadlock.
Final Score: 0 - 0 - Player OTM: Jodie Borthwick

Coxhoe United v Ferryhill Youth
The game started well with Coxhoe having lots of possession. Ferryhill, however broke the deadlock when they broke away and scored after 7 minutes. Coxhoe fought straight back and levelled the score on 10 minutes with Beth Garner and took the lead with a well worked goal from Jodie Borthwick. The second half saw Coxhoe apply evenmore pressure and increased the lead through Emily Stores and then Beth Garner. Ferryhill managed to pull one back but then it was one way traffic in Ferryhill's half for the last 5 minutes, however, Coxhoe could not increase their lead.
Final score: Coxhoe United 4 Ferryhill Youth 2 - Player OTM: Jodie Borthwick

Under 11 Girls
Coxhoe United v Boldon
This was going to be yet another hard match with Boldon being second in the league . However , the girls were confident that they could play a good game after the successes of last weekend . Coxhoe started strong and didn't just hold their own they took the game to Boldon with some blistering runs from Sophie Whiting and Abigail Griffths , who were both unlucky to score . Coxhoe kept up the pace for most of the match , pressurising for every ball . Catherine Dunne and Beth Vasey yet again worked hard and together with Sophie kept the mid field solid . Coxhoe played so well as a team in this match that they deserved a result , however tiredness crept up on them and in the dying minutes Boldon produced two well struck goals to win the game . However the coaches were very proud of the girls as they are improving with every game
Final score: Coxhoe United 0 Boldon 2 - Player OTM: Abigail Griffiths

03/04 November

Under 12s
Coxhoe United v Whitburn & Cleadon
Coxhoe went into this home fixture in the rare position of being able to field a full strength team. Whitburn are a good team who like to play attractive, attacking football and before today's fixture had scored in impressive 21 goals in only 6 league outings. They quickly made their intentions known when Jason Jones, in the Coxhoe net, was called into action within seconds of the start. Coxhoe, however, began to find their feet and at the 10 minute mark Lee Milburn was put through to score Coxhoe's opener following some superb work from Jack Stonely. Connor Athey continues to impress since signing from Durham County and got himself on the score sheet to double Coxhoe's lead on 14 minutes. When Macauley Smith made it 3-0 at 26 minutes it looked as if Coxhoe may run away with the game but Whitburn had other ideas and scored in the following minute. The second half was a tight affair with both teams playing quality football but no more goals were forthcoming and the victory was Coxhoe's. There were so many excellent individual performances on the Coxhoe team that selecting a man of the match award was proving difficult so the Whitburn manager was asked and he selected Macauley Smith. The lads are starting to turn their home ground into something of a fortress with an impressive record of 4 wins in as many games with 10 scored and only 3 conceded.
Final score: Coxhoe United 3 Whitburn & Cleadon 1 - MoM: Macauley Smith

Under 11s
Boldon Colts Boys
A valiant effort from Coxhoe against an undefeated league topping Colts team, but at half time Coxhoe already found themselves 3-0 down. Although Coxhoe continued to battle hard showing improvements over last week's performance, another 2 goals showed exactly why they are stting at the top of the table.
Final score: Boldon Colts Boys 5 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM: Andrew Simpson

Under 8s Development
Lumley FC v Coxhoe United
The first half against Lumley saw very few chances for both teams. Matthew Whiting and Joseph Kerrigan forming a formidable partnership in defence and Lewis Jowett working very hard in mid-field.The second half was no different apart from Lumley finally getting a shot on target which found the back of the net.
Final score: Lumley FC 1 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM: Brad Bihari

Coxhoe United v Durham County
Coxhoe started very brightly with Ella Beecham putting in some good tackles. The first chance fell to Brad Bihari who hit the side netting. Midway through the first half Matthew Whiting hit a long ball, which landed at Brad Bihari's feet. Brad then cut in from the wing and hit a low shot that rattled the post. Going into the second half full of confidence Coxhoe kept up the pressure. Marcus Storey won the ball in midfield and released Lewis Jowett who finished with ease. The longer the game went on the more Durham County came back into the game. With only five minutes left Durham broke away and scored a well-taken goal. With time running out Nathan Hegarty crossed the ball, which went right across the penalty line. Ella Beecham almost scrambled the ball into the back of the net but she was unlucky not to score.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 1 Durham County 1 - MoM: Brad Bihari

Under 12 Girls
Middlesborough Girls v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe started the game well and put pressure on the M'boro defence from the start. Bethney Garner and Jodie Borthwick used the ball well and Bethney Beecham closed down the defence quickly. Coxhoe were unlucky to go 1 down after 7 minutes when against the run of play the ball was knocked forward and past our last defender with the striker one on one with the keeper. Katie came out quickly but was unable to stop the low drive to her right. M'boro then made it two nil a minute later with a similar move. Half time came and Coxhoe continued to press after the restart. Coxhoe won a free kick which Emily Stores took but it flew just over the bar. Coxhoe continued to make all the play and in the final minute had a corner which Bethney Garner drove into the box but no one was able to get the final touch and the game finished 2 - 0 to M'boro.
Final score: Middlesborough Girls 2 Coxhoe United 0 - Player OTM: Hayley Bargh

Cestria v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe went into the game after losing 10 - nil to Cestria last time out. The started well but soon fell to a well worked goal form Cestria's no 9. Two minutes later and they had doubled the score with the same player. Hayley Bargh was given the job of marking the striker and the flow of the game changed with Coxhoe having much more possession. The girls worked their socks off but were unable to prevent Cestria going 3 - 0 up just before half time when a low drive managed to find its way through Katie Robson's legs. The second half started with a few changed to our formation and Megan Vasey slotting back into left back and Emily going to right back. Coxhoe defended well and Katie made a number of great saves to prevent Cestria going further ahead. Coxhoe were struggling to make headway in front of Cestria's goal so Emily was pushed forward and Jodie dropped into defence. This gave Coxhoe more of a presence up front and it was not long before Emily came close to scoring only to put the shot just wide. Cestria broke just before full time down the right and played a lovely ball cross field to a player on the left just inside the box. The shot looked a certain goal only for Megan Vasey to clear off the line. brave performance form all the girls.
Final score: Cestria 3 Coxhoe United 0 - Player OTM: Katie Robson.

U11 Girls
Coxhoe v Hilda Park
This was always going to be a hard game as Hilda Park are top of the league . The girls were not expecting much from this game as they have been beaten easily every time they have met . However , Coxhoe did not let Hilda Park have their own way and battled for every ball . The midfield of Sophie Whiting, Catherine Dunne , Vanessa Stephenson and Kirsty Hodgson pressured for every ball and made some excellent passes up to Abigail Griffths who was unlucky not to score in the opening few minutes . Hilda Park were first to score with a messy goal which rebounded off Sophies leg as she tried to clear the goal line. However the heads did not go down and we were soon attacking again and Abigail finally put the ball in the back of the net . The second half again saw Coxhoe attacking the goal and not allowing Hilda Park to settle into their own game . Holly Crozier made some valuable saves to give Coxhoe a well deserved draw.
Final score: Coxhoe United 1 Hilda Park 1 - Player of the match: Sophie Whiting

Coxhoe United v Lumley Reds
This is always a well fought game , with both teams quite evenally matched . Coxhoe went out believing that they could win this match and the girls did not let themselves down . Every single player played their hearts out . Again the mid field dominated the centre of the pitch with Sophie Whiting and Holly Crozier making some blistering runs down the wings to cross in for Abigail Griffths , who was all over their goalkeeper . The first goal was scored from a Coxhoe corner . Abigail shot for goal the ball rebouned and Sophie blasted the ball in for her first goal of the season . The second half saw Coxhoe keep up the pressure , but they just could't score again . This was the best weekend ever for the girls . Congratulations
Final score: Coxhoe United 1 Lumley Reds 0 - Player OTM: Abigail Griffiths

27/28 February

Under 12s
Coxhoe United v Lumley FC
Coxhoe opened the scoring in an entertaining first half when Macauley Smith cut in from the left wing to fire the ball home. Their lead, however, didn't last long as Lumley scored an equaliser with a beautiful long range effort to make the score 1-1 at half time. In the second half Connor Athey was having another tremendous game and he scored Coxhoe's second when he cut in from the right wing to fire the ball into the bottom corner of the net. Lumley looked as if they were certain to equalise when a beautifully struck shot was heading towards the top left hand corner of the net but Jason Jones in the Coxhoe net pulled off a stunning save to maintain the home side's advantage. Coxhoe's goal machine, Lee Milburn, put the game beyond Lumley's reach when he put the ball into the net following a goalmouth scramble.
Final score: Coxhoe United 3 Lumley FC 1 - MoM: Korey Smith

Under 11 Lions
Coxhoe United Lions vs Whitburn
With 3 players missing including our regular goalkeeper it was always going to be a difficult day for the Lions, however Cameron stepped in to the keepers slot as we only had 7 players for the game. We carried on from last weeks performance and started the match brightly with some good passing the thru the midfield and any chances that Whitburn created were snuffed out by Keiran and Jordan at the back. It looked like it was going to be another one of those days in front of goal as a couple of our early chances went begging. It was Whitburn who started to get back into the game and scored the first goal which they followed up with a second just before half time as we began to tire. The half time break was well deserved and with more words of encouragement the same team went out for the second half, Max as usual never stopped running in the midfield and was well supported by James and Lewis M with McKenzie up front causing more problems for the Whitburn defence. Again we created a hat full of chances with the post, the Whitburn keeper and some unlucky deflections all stopping us form getting that elusive goal - as we pressed forward the ball broke clear to Keiran just inside his own half to hit a shot that looked like it was heading for the goal when it bounced over the keeper, but as our luck just keeps getting worse it bounced just wide and as we began to tire they broke forward to score a third goal. However a fantastic performance and work rate from every player, once we get 1 goal we will get a hat full - keep up the good work.
MOM : Max Dahlberg

Under 10 Panthers
The Panther's first game was against Farringdon Detached and with Flynn Fisher missing Kieran Naylor goes in goal, after a tight 5 minutes Farringdon take the lead then 1 minute later the Panthers go level with Anthony Wharrier netting the goal with Faye Mullen & Jordan Harker both involved. 2 minutes later Lewis Elmer makes it 2-1 with a good solo effort. Farringdon respond with a goal and 1 minute before half time Lewis makes it 3-2 with a excellent ball from Anthony. Then a diabolical decision from the referee gets Farringdon a corner and they score making it 3-3.With Ryan Dobson & Danny Teggert raising their game in the 2nd half Farringdon don't get another shot, game ends 3-3.
MoM - Lewis Elmer
Goalscorers - Lewis Elmer x 2, Anthony Wharrier.

The Panther's second game was against Fulwell Flyers and in the first minute Jordan Harker comes close, Anthony Wharrier gets in with the action with his shot going over the bar. Fulwell try to attack but Ryan Dobson & Danny Teggert stop the attack and after a scramble in the Fulwell box the ball goes over the line but the referee does not give the goal, go into half time 0-0.In the 2nd half the Panthers do all the pressing and after a great corner from Lewis, Faye gets her first league goal 1-0. The Panthers are camped in Fulwell's half with Ryan & Danny both joining the attack Lewis makes it 2-0 with a through ball from Jordan then 1 minute later with the move of the game Anthony makes it 3-0 from a Fulwell corner, Danny passes to Faye who sets Lewis away and Lewis flips the ball along the box for Anthony to knock it in,
Final Score 3-0.MoM - Anthony Wharrier
Goalscorers - Faye Mullen, Lewis Elmer & Anthony Wharrier

Under 8s Development
Coxhoe United v Bowburn Youth
Coxhoe started very slowly in the opening game with Bowburn slightly on top. As the game went on Coxhoe started to play with more confidence. Midway through the first half Mason Hoyland picked the ball up on the halfway line and with a sublime pass put Brad Bihari clean through who fired the ball into the back of the net. The second half was exciting end to end football; Lewis Jowett hit a tremendous shot, which rattled the post. Bowburn equalised early in the second half with a well-taken goal. With time running out Bowburn played a great passing move, which resulted in them smashing a shot off the bar. The match looked like it was heading for a draw until Mason Hoyland popped up with the winner.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 2 Bowburn Youth 1- MoM: Mason Hoyland

Byres Green v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe took on top of the table Byers Green in the second game. Byers Green did all the pressing early on but Coxhoe defended very well. As the game wore on Byers were trying their best to get a breakthrough but Coxhoe held on until half time. The second half was very similar to the first with all the Coxhoe team working their socks off. Unluckily for Coxhoe they couldn't hang on and Byers Green scored two late goals. Although Coxhoe were beaten, this was easily their best performance of the season. Well done to the whole team.
Byres Green 2 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM Nathan Hegarty

Under 12 Girls
Trimdon v Coxhoe United
The game started with Trimdon down to 6 players which caused Coxhoe problems early on as who to mark. Once into their stride Coxhoe played some good football and pressed the Trimdon goal. Jodie, Bethney and Emily all coming close to opening the score. Trimdon battled well with the centre half and goal keeper playing like lions. The second half flowed in a similar manner to the first with the Trimdon keeper making two important saves first from Hayley and then from Bethney Garner. In the dying minutes Jodie Borthwick played a good one two with Bethney Garner and shot into a crowded goal mouth only for one of the Trimdon defenders to throw themselves at the ball and prevent it going over the line.
Final score 0 - 0. Player OTM: Emily Stores.

Coxhoe United v Deerness Valley
Coxhoe were playing the top team for the second time in three weeks. Coxhoe started the game well with pressure on the Deerness goal. Deerness were down to 6 players and were working hard in midfield and defence to stop Coxhoe playing. Coxhoe were unable to break the deadlock with the Deerness keeper playing well. The second half saw Coxhoe push further up the pitch and began to leave gaps at the back as they tried to break through the solid defence. Mid way through the second half Deerness broke free and managed to get 2 on 1 and slotted the ball home. With little time left Coxhoe threw everything forward. They pushed everyone forward except Emily and with only 2 minutes left were awarded a corner. The ball was played into the box and cleared by Deerness but only as far as Megan Vasey who dribbled past one player and managed to roll the pall past the keeper and in off the far post. Coxhoe pressed again after the restart but were unable to make the extra player count.
Result 1-1 Player OTM Megan Vasey

Under 11 Girls
Coxhoe United v Consett YMCA
This was a match played at a very fast pace , with both teams determined to win. Coxhoe played well making some lovely passing patterns in midfield to keep possesion. Sophie Whiting and Beth Vasey played some very mature football and created many chances for Abigail Griffths to shoot . Our defence also had a very good game , with Ashleigh Stores and Katie Hubery showing how much they have improved this season . Thanks to Vanessa Stephenson and Catherine Dunne who went in goal so Holly Crozier could have a weekend playing out.
Final score: Coxhoe United 0 Consett YMCA 0 - Player OTM:Holly Crozier

Coxhoe United v Boldon
Again Coxhoe had a change of goalkeeper . Thanks to Sophie Whiting and Vanessa Stephenson for stepping in . This game was one of the best games Coxhoe have played against a very good side . They worked hard as a team to keep possesion and pressured every ball . For once l cannot really single anyone out , the whole team deserves praise . Boldon scored twice , with two well struck balls which Sophie Whiting could not have stopped, but Coxhoe kept counter attacking , especiallt in the 2nd half when Sophie came out of goal and she and Beth Vasey used their pace to quickly bring the ball out of their half to attack Boldons goal . Unfortunately we just couldn't score .
Final Score: Coxhoe United 0 Boldon 2 - Player OTM: Beth Vasey

20/21 October

Under 12s
Lambton Lions v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe struggled in the first half when they couldn't string two passes together. They were punished late in the half when Lambton broke down the left wing and the Lions striker held his nerve and calmly slotted the ball home, giving Jason Jones in the Coxhoe net no chance. In the second half Coxhoe changed the formation playing three at the back with Jordan Woodward dropping back to right back and Korey Smith, Lewis Dodsworth, James Marshall pushing forward. Coxhoe really began to take control and spent most of the half camped in the Lambton half. With 5 minutes remaining the man of the match Macauley Smith received an injury and went in goal and Jason Jones went up into the attack but Lambton held out with no Coxhoe goal forthcoming.
Final score: Lambton Lions 1 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM: Macauley Smith

Under 11s
Willington Youth v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe's underv 11 side was away to Willington Youth. A seventh minutr Willington opener could have been cancelled out two minutes later from a Coxhoe penalty if it had not been for the crossbar! Coxhoe battled hard and clawed back the equaliser within the first minute of the second half through Cameron Holdsworth. Once again the home team took the lead with ten minutes left on the clock, but Coxhoe were unable to reply.
Final score: Willington Youth 2 Coxhoe United 1 - MoM: Andrew Simpson

Under 8s Development
Soccerena Milan v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe kicked off their first game against high flying Soccerena Milan. Coxhoe matched them tackle for tackle in the first half with very few chances. Just before half time Soccerena took the lead with a well taken goal. The second half saw Coxhoe concede three more before Mason Hoyland fired past the keeper with an excellent goal.
Final score Soccerena Milan 4 Coxhoe United 1 - MoM: Mason Hoyland

Coxhoe United v Riverside
A similar pattern from the first game saw both sides create very little chances in the first half. The second half was a different story. Coxhoe couldn't cope with the strength and pace of the Riverside strikers who netted three times during this half.
Final score Coxhoe United 0 Riverside 3 - MoM: Natan Hegarty

Under 12 Girls
Hardwick Youth v Coxhoe United
An excellent display from the girls. Solid tackling and excellent goalkeeping from Katie kept Coxhoe in the game. Coxhoe's chances on goal were few and far between in the first half but the defence were solid. Emily Stores was pushed back into defence for the second half and after 5 minutes Jodie Borthwick replaced Bethney Beecham in midfield. This sparked Coxhoe into life with Jodie and Bethney Garner linking well and putting the Hardwick defence under pressure. The game flowed from end to end for thwe final 5 minutes but neither side were able to break the deadlock.
Final score Hardwick Youth 0 Coxhoe United 0

Coxhoe United v Bowburn Girls
It's the second time Coxhoe and Bowburn have met and the girls were still smarting from the defeat last time out. The game started well with Coxhoe pressing forward and after 2 minutes were awarded a free kick in the Bowburn half. Emily Stores stepped up and hit a fierce shot which went just wide. Coxhoe pressed the ball from the goal kick and Jodie Borthwick and Bethney Garner linked well with Bethney coolly slotting the ball home from 5 yards. Coxhoe were growing in confidence and pressed Bowburn back into their own half from the kick off forcing a corner. Megan Vasey took the corner finding Hayley Barge at the corner of the box who fired in her first goal of the season. The second half started in the same manner with Coxhoe making all the play. Hayley Barge was injured after 3 minutes and Bethney Beecham dropped into midfield with Jodie Borthwick going to right back. Hayley recovered and returned to right back pushing Bethney Beecham up front and giving Elizabeth Brown a rest. Coxhoe pressed further with Haley, Bethey and Emily all going close. Coxhoe had another corner two minutes from time and Bethney Garner floated a lovely ball to Megan Vasey on the edge of the box. She controlled the ball well and hit a powerful shot only to be denied by the corner of the woodwork. An excellent display from the girls.
Final score Coxhoe United 2 Bowburn Girls 0 - Player OTM Bethney Beecham

Under 11 Girls
Coxhoe United v Consett Magpies
Coxhoe were playing the same teams for the second week running which was very hard for the girls. The first half was hard work for United with most of the work being defensive. Holly Crozier made some excellent saves and Beth Vasey and Ashleigh Stores cleared some important shots. After half time the girls came out with renewed determination and although Consett still scored, the girls played some lovely attacking play, with Sophie Whiting and Kirsty Hodgson delivering many superb crosses for Abigail Griffiths to shoot at goal.
Final score: Coxhoe United 0 Consett Magpies 4 - Player OTM: Sophie Whiting

Coxhoe United v Lumley Reds
Last week Coxhoe lost to Lumley and the girls were determined that this was not going to happen again, as they had already beaten them earlier in the season. Coxhoe were all over Lumley from the whistle with excellent work in defence from Beth Vasey and Katey Hubery sending some beautiful balls up to the midfield to attack with. The girls showed they can be an effective team but just before half time Lumley nicked through the Coxhoe defence to score. The girls did not let their heads go down and after half time with Sophie Whiting appearing again in midfield, the team picked up the pace. They looked fantastic attacking quickly up the field and bombarding the Lumley goal until eventually Vanessa Stephenson managed to get the ball in the back of the net, her first goal of the season.
Final score: Coxhoe United 1 Lumley Reds 1 - Player OTM: Abigail Griffiths

13/14 Oct

Under 12s
Fishburn v Coxhoe United - County Cup
A disappointing display from the boys where they struggled to find their form against a well organised Fishburn under 11 team. Chances were at a premium throughout the game but with both keepers in fine form a goal looked unlikely. With the match still at 0-0 the game was decided on penalties with Fishburn coming through successfully.
Final Score: 0-0 - Fishburn through on penalties - MoM Jason Jones.

Under 9s
Coxhoe United v Deerness Valley Lightning
A poor performance by Coxhoe (still in bed), the whole team lacked passion & commitment. Easily pushed off the ball and second best in all 50/50 balls. Deerness showed much better movement, passed the ball well and looked the stronger side. Bad day at the office!
Final score: Coxhoe United 0 Deerness Valley Lightning 4 - MoM Ben Crampton

Durham County v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe were strong from the start with some exellent movement and passing. County had 1 shot and scored meaning Coxhoe undeservedly went into half time 1-0 down. Again, the second half started well for Coxhoe, and, with some excellent defending and midfield work the keeper had very little to do. Coxhoe just couldn't break through, although much of the game was played in the County half. With time running out on came Luke Gwellem and Ben Crampton to set up the equaliser. A great ball playrd by Jonathon Hawley to Ben who broke down the right and played a good ball into the box for Luke to tap in. Well done boys!
Final Score: Durham County 1 Coxhoe United 1 - MoM: Sam Brown

Under 8s Development
Coxhoe United v Lumley FC ETA
Lumley came out of the blocks very quickly and nearly scored in the first minute shooting just wide. The first half saw Coxhoe defend very well with the inspired goalkeeping of Nathan Hagarty. Finally the constant pressure from Lumley saw them score the only goal of the half. The second half was much better for Coxhoe. Joseph Kerrigan broke away and was unlucky not to score but for a last ditch tackle by Lumley's defence. Coxhoe pressed for the equaliser with Mason Hoyland racing through in the last minute only to shoot wide. The game finished with a 1-0 defeat but Coxhoe United's much improved form continues.
Final score: Coxhoe United 0 Lumley FC ETA 1

Under 12 Girls
Coxhoe United v East Durham
Good performance from the girls with lots of possession and some solid defending at the back. Jodie and Bethey both made and spurned chances early on. Jodie opened the scoring with a well placed shot with Bethney and Emily going close shortly after. The first half was when the defence went to sleep for a moment and allowed East Durham to equalise. The second half saw both teams create chances with the keepers doing their jobs well. Katie Robson made a fantastic save mid way through the half to deny East Durham when they were one on one with Katie bravely diving at the forward's feet. The game looked like a draw when Bethner Garner dribbled past 2 players and slotted the ball cooly into the bottom right corner to give Coxhoe all the points.
Final score: Coxhoe United 2 East Durham 1 - Player OTM: Bethner Garner

Pelton Newfield Ladies v Coxhoe United
The game started well with both teams having attempts on goal with both keepers playing well. The game flowed well with both teams having good possession and it ended 0-0 at half time. The second half started the same with Coxhoe missing a number of chances onlt to see Pelton break quickly in numbers and score after 4 minutes. Hayley Barge was pushed into midfield to try and put on and, but for some strong defending by Pelton, Coxhoe would have come away with a point.
Final score: Pelton Newfield Ladies 1 Coxhoe United 0 - Player OTM: Bethney Garner

Under 11 Girls
Consett Magpies v Coxhoe United
The girls were not looking forward to this game as Consett had beaten Coxhoe twice before. For the first half the girls played in a tactical formation instead of their normal free flow play. Sophie Whiting had an excellent game with man to man marking on their striker who did not get a clear shot on goal all game. Beth Vasey in defence had an outstanding game controlling the area with a dominance beyond her years. Coxhoe played the game with a new determination and had many shots on goal. The girls showed how far they have come since joining the league last year with some lovely attacking play from defence. This was a great match for them.
Final score: Consett Magpies 2 Coxhoe United 0 Player OTM: Abigail Griffiths

Lumley Reds v Coxhoe United
The girls had beaten Lumley Reds in the last match and were quietly confident of doing the same again this time. This was not to be. Coxhoe started the game slowly missing some vital tackles in defence which led to 2 early goals. In the first half the girls did not show their ability at all. After half time the team came back on and showed the determination that the coaches and parents know they had. Sophie Whiting was allowed to play in a free playing position in midfield and made several fast flowing attacks down the right wing crossing in for Abigail Griffiths and Kirsty Hodgson to shoot for goal. Beth Vasey again had a solid game and in the second half ran from defence and hit a strong shot at goal to score her first goal of the season.
Final score: Lumley Reds 4 Coxhoe United 1 - Player OTM: Beth Vasey

6/7 Oct

Under 12s
Coxhoe United v Herrington Blues
The Under 12s played Herrington Blues for the second time in 2 weeks and were out for revenge after being knocked out of the cup by the Sunderland based team. Coxhoe looked like a different team from the previous week applying pressure from the off and it paid off when last season's leading goalscorer, Lee Milburn, got his first of the season after 10 minutes to make it 1-0 to United.Coxhoe continued the good work into the second half and doubled their lead through a excellent goal from the outstanding Conner Athey on 52 minutes. United suffered a late scare when Herrington scored 5 minutes from time but Lee Milburn restored Coxhoe's two goal advantage in injury time with his second goal of the day.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 3 Herrington 1 - MoM: Jordon Woodward

Under 11s
Coxhoe United v Seaham Town CFC
It was an open first half with several chances for Coxhoe going unrewarded.Seaham went into the second half the stronger team and within 10 minutes opened the scoring. Coxhoe managed to cancel all other Seaham attacks and began to improve towards the end of the match, equalising through Alex McGrath with 3 minutes left to play.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 1 Seaham Town CFC 1 - MoM: Alex McGrath

Under 10 Panthers
Anfield Plain v Coxhoe United Panthers
The Panthers first game of the day was against Anfield Plain and after last weeks disappointing results The Panthers knew they had to win. They opened the scoring after only 3 minutes with Lewis Elmer & Anthony Wharrier pressuring and Lewis scored into the bottom corner. Four minutes later with Lewis and Anthony again causing all sorts of problems Anthony slipped the ball through to Kelvin Leddy who tapped the ball in to m ake it 2-0. Just before the break Ryan Dobson & Danny Teggert stopped the only Anfield attack of the half.In the second half Jordan Harker came on for Lewis Elmer and he immediately made an impact with a great through ball for Kelvin Leddy to knock in to make it 3-0. A minute later Flynn Fisher made his first save of the game when he dived full stretch to keep the ball out of the potting corner. With 6 minutes to go Anthony Wharrier made it 4-0 when Kelvin Leddy's shot was saved by the keeper only to parry it out to Anthony.
Final score: Anfield Plain 0 Coxhoe United Panthers 4 - MoM: Anthony Wharrier & Lewis Elmer

Coxhoe United Panthers v Birtley Town
The second game was against the league favourites Birtley Town but again the Panthers started the stronger with Lewis testing the keeper from the off. Ryan Dobson stopped Birtley's first attack with a superb tackle on the edge of the box. Flynn Fisher got his first touch of the ball when he dived on a loose ball in the box. Anthony & Lewis again tested the keeper but the half finished 0-0.At the start of the second half Jordan Harker came close with a through ball from Faye Mullen which was just knocked over. After a scramble in the box which left Flynn, Danny, Ryan and 2 Birtley players on the ground the ball was picked up by a Birtley player who knocked the ball into the bottom corner. Again the Panthers pushed forward then a move only equalled by Paul Robinson of Tottenham & England, Flynn ran out to the edge of his box and kicked the ball out of his hands. The ball bounced midway in the Birtley half and then bounced over the Birtley keeper and into the back of the net.
Final score: Coxhoe United Panthers 1 Birtley Town 1 - MoM: Flynn Fisher.

Under 10 Cougars
Coxhoe United Cougars v East Durham United Harriers
The Cougars first game was against East Durham United Harriers and even with the confidence high after last weels win The Cougars could not stop a good Harriers side winning 5-0.Final Score Coxhoe United Cougars 0 East Durham United Harriers 5 - MoM: Joe WilsonEast Durham United Tornadoes v Coxhoe United CougarsThe second game was against East Durham United Tornadoes and the Cougars pushed forward with Joe Wilson, Connor Pritchard and Sam. Conner was unlucky 10 minutes into the game with a long range effort. Joe Wilson came close with a great through ball from Joseph Robinson. Aaron Cane, Brandon Holdsworth & Mathew Dickson were having an easy time as the Tornadoes could not get out of their own half. With 4 minutes of the half remaining Sam passed to Conner who hit an unstoppable shot. Joe should have made it 2 but his shot went just wide. In the second half Connor And Joseph both had shots saved and Mathew got his first touch of the game when he dived full stretch to knock the ball round the side of the post. The Tornadoes again pushed forward but Aaron Cane stopped the attack and from the resulting break Joseph scored to make it 2-0. With 2 minutes of play remaining Coxhoe got a free kick on the edge of the area but Joe Wilson shot over.
Final Score East Durham United Tornadoes 0 Coxhoe United Cougars 2 - MoM Mathew Dickson

Under 8s Development
Bowburn Youth v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe United played their first game against Bowburn. Coxhoe started the game really well and put Bowburn under pressure with Mason Hoyland putting Brad Bihari through on goal only for the Bowburn keeper to push the ball round the post. Coxhoe continued to push forward and finally got their just rewards when the ball fell to Mason Hoyland who let rip with a cracking shot that flew into the back of the net giving coxhoe a half time lead.The second half was very much like the first with Coxhoe pushing forward for a second goal. Joseph Kerrigan and Ella Beecham both raced through with just the keeper to beat only to shoot wide. Bowburn defended well to keep the score down and with only minutes to go Brad Bihari was clean through but unfortunately shot straight at the keeper.
Final Score: Bowburn Youth 0 Coxhoe United 1 - MoM Brad Bihari

Durham County v Coxhoe United
This was an evenly contested game with both teams cancelling each other out. Most of the football was played in the midfield with Lewis Ward putting in a couple of good tackles and the hard work from Nathan Hegarty kept the score level at half time.The second half saw very few chances and with only 4 minutes left the ball fell to a Durham County player who finished well. With time running out Coxhoe United had a couple of corners. The latter creating a last minute chance for Coxhoe when Joseph Kerrigan blasted the ball with his left foot to see the ball go just wide of the post.
Final Score: Durham County 1 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM: Brad Bihari

Under 12 Girls
Coxhoe United v Deerness Valley
Coxhoe started the game with only 6 players due to illness. The game started well with Coxhoe and Deerness sharing possession. Bethney Beecham was excellent at centre half battling for every ball against girls almost twice her height. Emily Stores stood in for the injured Katie Robson in goal and played brilliantly. The girls battled hard but were unlucky to end the game 2-0 down.
Final Score Coxhoe United 0 Deerness Valley 2 - Player OTM: Bethney Beecham.

Ferryhill Town v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe went into the second game of the day, again with only 6 players and Emily Stores deputising in goal. Coxhoe, however, were full of confidence after their good peformance in the first game and were out to prove a point after drawing against Ferryhall previously. Coxhoe played well throughout the game scoring 3 goals and only letting one past the stand in keeper,
Final Score: Ferryhill Town 1 Coxhoe United 3 - Player OTM: Bethney Garner.

Under 11 Girls
Coxhoe United v Consett YMCA
Coxhoe were without their regular goalkeeper and Beth Vasey volunteered to step into the dreaded position. She had very very little to do in this match as the rest of the team kept the ball away from the goal area. Katie Hubery and Ashleigh Stores played soundly in defence, with Ashleigh having her best ever game for Coxhoe. The midfield controlled the play and sent some fantastic balls forward for Abigail Griffiths to shot at goal. This was a lovely game to watch with the girls showing a new found confidence.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 2 Consett YMCA 0 - Player OTM Sophie Whiting

Hilda Park v Coxhoe United
With Hilda Park being top of the league Coxhoe knew it was going to be a hard game, especially with a stand in goalkeeper, but Beth Vasey did a tremendous job saving some extremely hard shots. Again Ashleigh Stores had a really strong game in defence making some vital tackles. Kirsty Hodgeson and Abigail Griffiths worked hard trying to get goals for United. The player of the day was Sophie Whiting in midfield who worked so hard and was absolutely exhausted. The score did not reflect how hard the girls worked.
Final Score: Hilda Park 6 Coxhoe United 0 - Player OTM: Sophie Whiting

28/29th Sept

Under 12s
Herrington Blues v Coxhoe United - League Cup
Coxhoe started the match in a disappointing manner sitting back and letting Herrington apply constant pressure. They were punished after 10 minutes when a well delivered free kick by the ever dangerous Herrington number 10 was placed into the Coxhoe area. The ball was initially cleared by Jason Jones in the Coxhoe net but the follow up resulted in a Herrington goal. Although the goal seemed to spark Coxhoe up they but were still a shadow of themselves in previous weeks. The half time team talk seemed to work as Coxhoe started to attack and in the 49th minute a looping shot by Jordan Woodward found the back of the Herrington net and the game was forced into extra time. It looked as if the game was going to have to be decided by penalties but Herrington scored late into the second period to make the final score 2-1 in the Blues favour.
Final Score: Herrington Blues 2 Coxhoe United 1 - A.E.T. - MoM: Chris Cartner.

Under 11s
SAFC 24/7 Panthers v Coxhoe United
Sunday 30th September saw Coxhoe United Under 11's 11/side away to SAFC 24/7 Panthers. Some good entertaining football from both teams, but Coxhoe went into the half time break with the advantage after a clean Jamie Appleby strike from the edge of the penalty box. The second half showed more great play but a late equaliser for SAFC meant both teams came away with a point.
Final Score: SAFC 24/7 Panthers 1 Coxhoe United 1 - MoM: Alex McGrath

Under 10 Panthers
Coxhoe United Panthers v Wheatley Hill RocketsThe Panthers only game of the day was against Wheatley Hill Rockets and they were missing the big presence of Ryan Dobson who was away doing the Great North Junior Run, In the third minute Anthony Wharrier comes close with a header which is cleared off the line, a couple of minutes later Danny Teggert makes a strong save on the edge of the box to stop a certain goal, halftime 0-0. With 8 minutes of the second half gone, Flynn Fisher makes a diving save to keep it at 0-0, then up the other end Anthony & Kelvin combine with a one,two with the header just going over the bar. With 4 minutes left on the clock Wheatley Hill Rockets take the lead and the Panthers could not get back into the game. Game ends a disappointing 1-0 which is the Panthers first defeat of the season. MoM - Faye Mullen.

Under 10 Cougars
Coxhoe United Cougars v Castletown Rangers
The Cougars first game was against Castletown Rangers and it was the Cougars who asked all the questions in the early part of the game, with 10 minutes of the game gone the Cougars concede a soft goal, halftime 1-0. In the second half Connor Pritchard, Joe Wilson & Joseph Robinson all go close but htey could not get back into the game. Game ends 1-0. MoM - Joe Wilson Coxhoe United Cougars v Washington FCThe Cougars second game was against Washington FC and with such a good display in the first game their confidence was high. Connor Pritchard causing all sorts of problems at the back, with 6 minutes on the clock the Cougars get the breakthrough, Joseph putting the ball across the front of goal and Connor slotting it home. Two minutes later Joseph makes it 2 when his shot hits the defender and goes in, halftime 2-0.Second half 3 minutes in and Connor makes it 3-0, with a good solo effort, the Cougars then get a penalty when Connor was brought down in the box, Joe Wilson steps forward and converts the penalty, 4-0. Washington get a goal back with a lapse of concentration at the back, and with 2 minutes to go Joe Wilson makes it 5-1 with a nice pass from Scott Knight who was making his Coxhoe Cougars Debut.
Fantastic 5-1 win first win of the season.Goalscorers- Joe Wilson x 2, Connor Pritchard x 2, Joseph Robinson x 1.
MoM All the team.

Under 12 Girls
Coxhoe United v Cestria Girls
The girls started well agianst the top team tackling well and having decent possesion. Cestria broke down the right after 3 minutes and the crossed ball was deflected into our goal by Emily Stores. The game restated with Cestria now creating more of the play and were rewarded after 5 minutes with a well worked goal from the right again. Coxhoe started to giev the opposition too much space and Cestria began to take full advantage. Katie Robson was the busiest player on the pitch making fine save after save but could not prevent Coxhoe going in at half time 4-0 down. The second half saw Coxhoe's heads go down and Cestria ran in another six goals.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 0 Cestria Girls 10 - Player OTM: Katie Robson

Middlesbrough Girls v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe started the game as they had finished the first with players wondering and not challenging for the ball. Middlesbrough over ran the defence and put 5 past Katie who again played well. The girls started the second half much better and began to play good football. Bethany Garner was the main and came close on 4 occasions hitting the post and the bar. Coxhoe's defence finally got their act together and shut out Middlesbrough for the rest of the game only allowing shots from outside the box which Katie handled without any problems. A much better peformance in the second half.
Final Score: Middlesbourgh Girls 5 Coxhoe United 0 - Player OTM: Bethany Garner.

U 11 Girls
Coxhoe United v Bolden
Again another hard fought game with both sides giving their all. Beth Vasey had a great game making some valuable tackles on the edge of the box . Katherine Dunne and Sophie Whiting played strongly in mid field making some excellent passes forward to Abigail Griffths in tèe box . The game was played at a quick pace and everyone gave worked well together . This was a good performance by Coxhoe against one of the strongest sides in the league . Well done .
Final Score; Coxhoe United 0 Bolden 3 - Player OTM: Holly Crozier.

Coxhoe v Consett Magpies
For this match Coxhoe allowed their regular goalkeeper a chance to play out as two of our players were running the Great North Run later in the day and needed a rest . So well done to Beth Vasey and Sophie Whiting for going in the goal for the first time ever and well done for completing the race. Holly Crozier our normal goalie had a great game out making some brilliant tackles in midfield . Abigail Griffths again worked hard and made some quick runs for goal . Coxhoe worked hard , but unfortuntely our two stand in goalies just couldn't stop the goals fired at them .
Final Score Coxhoe United 0 Consett Magpies 5 - Player OTM: Abigail Griffths

22/23 Sept

Under 12s
City of Durham Storm v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe went into the game against City of Durham Storm in positive mood even without last year's player of the season Chris Cartner. Jack Stoneley managed to recover from a nasty bug to have an outstanding game in the heart of defence alongside James 'the mangler' Marshall. Coxhoe took the lead after a Durham challenge on Lee Milburn led to a sublime Macauley Smith penalty. Durham equalized from a corner but then a defence splitting pass from Evan Teggert, playing a more central role this season, led to a belting effort from 30 yards from Macauley to put Utd 2-1 up. Durham equalized late in the first half with a fine flowing effort finished off by the tricky No 4.After the break Durham managed to go into the lead against the run of play and even after some sustained pressure from the right hand side and the excellent Kori and new boy Connor on the left, Durham managed to hold out for probably an undeserved win. Jordan, Kori and Lee all going extremely close in the last 10 minutes with Jason Jones untroubled in the Utd goal.All in all a terrific performance - probably the best of the season, which delighted Steven and Kevin but an unlucky defeat: Carry on that effort lads and we'll start shooting up the league!
Man of Match: Macauley Smith - back to his best in centre midfield and amongst the goals!

Under 11s
Ryhope Colliery v Coxhoe United
Sunday 23rd September 2007 saw the Under 11, 11/side Coxhoe United team away to Ryhope Colliery Welfare in the first round of the League Cup.Coxhoe struggled to get into the game with Ryhope winning all loose balls and having several opportunities on goal resulting in a 2-0 score line at half time.United played with more determination in the second half but were unable to make an impact on the score line.
Final Score: Ryhope CW 2 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM: Andrew Simpson

Under 8s Dev
Riverside FC v Coxhoe United
The first game of the day was against a strong Riverside team. Riverside started the brighter and put Coxhoe under pressure which resulted in a quick goal. Good defensive play from Matthew Whiting and Mason Hoyland kept the score down but just before half time Riverside scored their second goal. The second half saw Coxhoe come out with all guns blazing and within a minute Brad Bihari received the ball from Joseph Kerrigan and coolly slotted the ball past the Riverside keeper. Coxhoe continued to push forward with Ella Beecham up front trying hard to get the equaliser. Riverside caught Coxhoe on the break to score their third goal just before the final whistle.
Final Score: Riverside FC 3 Coxhoe United 1 - MoM: Brad Bihari

Coxhoe United v Soccerena Milan
Coxhoe started the second game well with Brad Bihari shooting just wide of the post. Just as things were looking up, Soccerena scored their first goal and the only one in the first half. The second half saw Soccerena score just after the kick off. The second goal didn't see Coxhoe United heads go down, in fact they lifted their game and the whole team worked really hard trying to pull a goal back. However it wasn't to be and Soccerena went on to score a third. Nathan Hegarty pulled off a couple of good saves in the last few minutes.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 0 Soccerena Milan 0 - MoM: Nathan Hagarty

Under 12 Girls
Coxhoe United v Trimdon FC
Coxhoe face Trimdon for the first time and antisipation was high with Trimdon down to 6 players from the start. Coxhoe started well and pressed the ball with Megan,Hayley and Bethney Garner linking well. The whole Trimdon team defended well and restriced Coxhoe to long-rage chances from outside the box with the keeper managing to hold on to everything. The second half saw Trimdon change keepers but still Coxhoe could not force the ball over the line. As Coxhoe pushed forward they left gaps at the back and Trimdon almost capitalised when a forward siezed on a mistake in our defence which allowed her to run from 30yrd out 1 on 1 with our keeper. Katie Robson however rushed out to challenge the forward and cleared the ball from just outside our box. Bethney Garner put a number of good crosses into the box the best being in the last minute with Hayley Barge running in from the left hand side however she was unable to connect with the ball seeing it go out for a throw in. Coxhoe should have taken all three points but for a gutsy display from Trimdon and some poor finishing by Coxhoe.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 0 Trimdon 0 - Player OTM: Bethany Garner

Bowburn Youth v Coxhoe United
A hard fought game by both teams with Bowburn having the best of the chances. The first half Coxhoe had Katie Robson to thank for a series of excellent saves and interceptions. The second half flowed the same as the first but with having no subs, the Coxhoe girls started to tire towards the end and Bowburn were able to capitalise when they outpaced the Coxhoe defence twice to make the score 2-0. It was a very good peformance from the girls with Katie Robson exceptional in goal
Final Score: Bowburn Youth 2 Coxhoe United 0 - Player OTM: Katie Robson

Under 11 Girls
Coxhoe United v Swallwell Swifts
This was an extremely hard fought game by both sides. Last season the girls dreaded playing Swallwell as they usually lost badly . It was not the case this time. The girls started strongly and had a number of effective attacks , with Sophie Whiting, Vanessa Stephenson and Kirsty Hodgeson all coming near to scoring . Beth Vasey in defence had a superb game , she controlled the area with great composure . Our goalie ,Holly Crozier had another sound game making several brave saves . At half time it was still 0-0 , which was an excellent result . After the break , Abigail Griffths our usual striker came on with a fresh pair of legs . Together with the mid field she bombarded the Swallwell goal and eventually a goal went in . Swallwell scored two goals before the finish , but it was a great game to watch , both teams played in an excellent spirit .
Final Score: Coxhoe United 1 Swalwell Swifts 2 - Player OTM: Abigail Griffths

Coxhoe United v Consett Magpies
Another very hard fought game with the Coxhoe team giving everything they could . Katie Hubery and Ashleigh Stores had a much improved game in defence and made some important tackles in the circle . Consett were a very strong team , but when Coxhoe broke from defence they were very difficult to catch , again we just couldn't get the goals in . Another strong performance from all of the midfield resulted in a repectable score . Man of the match Beth Vasey
Final Score: Coxhoe United 0 Consett Magpies 3 - Player OTM: Bath Vasey

15/16 Sept

Under 11s
Coxhoe United v Riverside FC
An entertaining 2 way first half remained goalless, but Riverside took the lead early in the second half with a well placed strike. Coxhoe gained strength as the match progressed and inevitably equalised as James Gilson's shot seemed to take an eternity to trickle across the goal line. United sealed all 3 points 4 minutes later through Cameron Holdsworth's tremendous single handed effort.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 2 Riverside FC 1 - MoM Jamie Appleby

Under 10 Panthers
Coxhoe United Panthers v Waldridge Park Blues.
The Panthers start week 2 looking to stay top of the division, in the first two minutes the Panthers have 4 consecutive corners which come to nothing, the Blues break and were only denied by good strong defending by Ryan Dobson & Danny Teggert, the Panthers get the breakthrough with a good solo effort from Kelvin Leddy, two minutes later the Blues pull level with a badly defended corner. With one minute to the break Kelvin makes it 2-1 with Jordan Harker & Anthony Wharrier both involved in the move. With 4 minutes of the second half gone Kelvin is pulled down in the box and the referee points to the spot, Anthony converts the penalty to make it 3-1, the Panthers then sit back and concede 2 quick goals, then with the game looking like it is going to a draw Lewis Elmer makes a great run from his own half to score from just outside the box making it 4-3
Final Score: Coxhoe United Panthers 4 Waldridge Park Blues 3 - MoM: Kelvin Leddy

Coxhoe United Panthers v Washington FC.
The Panthers start their 4th game of the season hoping to keep their 100% record but it did not start well and in the 3rd minute the Panthers were 1-0 down and Washington were threatning to make it more. In the 8th minute Anthony & Kelvin came on for Faye Mullen & Kieran Naylor and the Panthers pull level when Kelvin scores his 3rd of the day 4 minutes before half time. Then some lovely skill by Anthony makes it 2-1,then not to be outdone Kelvin makes it 3-1 with a great through ball by Jordan Harker. The Panthers start the second half with more confidence and make 2 changes, Faye on for Jordan & Kieran on for Lewis, Faye was involved in the Panthers 4th goal when Faye & Anthony play a one,two and Anthony hits the shot into the bottom corner, Washington get one back with a lovely shot from the edge of the box given GoalKeeper Flynn Fisher no chance, Kieran gets his debut goal for the Panthers with the last kick of the game.
Final Score Coxhoe United Panthers 5 Washington FC 2 - MoM: Ryan Dobson

Under 10 Cougars
Coxhoe United Cougars v Waldridge Park Whites
The Cougars start week 2 with only 6 men, they start the game the better of the two sides, Joseph Robinson & Brandon Holdsworth both working hard up front, Joseph comes close with 6 minutes on the clock just shooting wide. Joe Wilson, Aaron Cane & Mathew Dickson were not troubled until the last minute of the half when Waldridge get a free kick just outside the box and score low into the bottom corner. Cougars go into half time 1-0 down but been the better of the two. Second half starts well with Connor Pritchard putting a nice ball through for Joseph who just misses and in the last minute of the game Joseph shoots a free kick just over the bar.
Final Score Coxhoe United Cougars 0 - Waldridge Park Whites 1 - MoM: Joseph Robinson

Coxhoe United Cougars v West Auckland
The Cougars second game was against the very good and high scoring West Auckland and the man down showed with the 13-0 defeat.
MoM - Brandon Holdsworth

Under 8s Dev
Coxhoe United v Lumley FC Coxhoe United played their first game of the day against Lumley FC who gained 6 points from their opening games. Coxhoe were hit with illness and injuries resulting in only 6 fit players. The first half saw Coxhoe defend really well with the inspired goal keeping of Josh McAleese. However, even though Coxhoe tried their hardest, they couldn't stop Lumley from taking a 1- 0 lead into half time. The second half was very much the same with Coxhoe soaking up a lot of pressure. A lot of good quality defending came from Matthew Whiting and Joseph Kerrigan. Eventually Lumley got their second goal but Coxhoe united fought right until the end of the game.
Final Score: Lumley FC 2 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM: Josh McAleese

Coxhoe United v Durham County
Coxhoe played their second game against top of the table side Durham County. Coxhoe were again on the back foot from the start. Durham County kept piling on the pressure and could have scored in the first minute only for a last ditch tackle from Nathan Hagarty to clear the goal line. Durham scored twice in the last five minutes of the first half.The second half saw the six men of Coxhoe getting very tired. Even Mason Hoyland's heroics in goal and Marcus Storey getting in some good tackles couldn't prevent Durham scoring another three goals
Final Score: Coxhoe United 0 Durham County 5 - MoM Mason Hoyland

Under 12 Girls
Hardwick Youth v Coxhoe United
Coxhoe started the game slowly and were put under a lot of early pressure. Mid way into the first half the pressure from Hardwick resulted in a slip up in defence and an own goal. Just before half time Harwick doubled their lead with a neat pass to the far post and a cool slotted shot. Coxhoe started the second half much better but could not find the back of the net. Bethney garner came closest. Three minutes before full time Hardwick again opened up the defence and slottd home to make it 3 - 0 at the final whistle.
Final Score: Hardwick Youth 3 Coxhoe United 0

Coxhoe United v Pelton
An excellent display from Coxhoe and with a little bit more controll infront of goal could have got at least a point out of the game. Bethney garner came close of three occations with the keeper pulling off two good saves. Girl of the match was Katie Robson for the second game running with some excellent saves and good clearences.Unlucky to lose 1-0 but great performance.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 0 Pelton 1

U11's Girls
Coxhoe v Lumley Reds This was our first win of the season and it was a very hard fought one . After playing so well last week the girls had a lot to live up to , and they didn't let the coaches and parents down. Everyone played to the best of their ability , even Sophie Whiting with her bad toe . Kirsty Hodgeson and Vanessa Stephenson had great games on the wings and our goalkeeper Holly Crozier had another superb game being named refs man of the match for the second week running . The goal was scored from a very, strong long distance shot by Kathryne Dunne, her first since joining the club.
Final Score: Coxhoe United 1 Lumley Reds 0 - Player OTM: Holly Crozier

8/9 Sept

Under 12s
Coxhoe United v Waldridge Park Blues
The Under 12s first home game of the season was a hugely entertaining game in a first ever league meeting with Waldridge Park Blues. Coxhoe started brightly and came close to scoring after only 3 minutes through Macauley Smith but the Waldridge keeper made the first of many good saves of the day. Waldridge pushed forward and would have taken the lead after 8 minutes, were not for a brilliant save from Jason Jones in the Coxhoe net. He again saved Coxhoe after 13 minutes with another tremendous save. Coxhoe were playing a new formation with Chris Cartner down the left wing and Elliott Smith playing a Heskey like role supporting the ever dangerous Lee Milburn up front. It payed dividends after 20 minutes when Chris Cartner's long range drive hit the bar and Elliott Smith was there to cap his best ever performance in a Coxhoe shirt with a goal. Macauley Smith nearly doubled Coxhoe's lead 3 minutes later but yet another piece of goalkeeping brilliance kept the ball out and 2 minutes later Waldridge came close to an equaliser when they hit the Coxhoe Post.In the second half there were fewer chances but Waldridge continued to push for the equaliser but the Coxhoe defence were up to the job and left Jason Jones in the Coxhoe net an easier half.
Final Score Coxhoe United 1 Waldridge Park Blues 0 - MoM Jason Jones

Under 11s
Coxhoe United v Deerness Valley
Deerness made a great start, knocking 3 early goals past United without response. Coxhoe battled hard and claimed one back through Rhys Wayman just before the break and continued the pressure into the second half with 2 more from Andrew Simpson and James Gilson to level the game with 20 minutes left to play. Deerness converted a penalty to take the lead once more and chances continued to come for both sides. Into the dying minutes, Coxhoe pushed forward for a share of the points, but Deerness broke through and grabbed another just before the full time whistle.
Final Score:- Coxhoe United 3, Deerness Valley 5. - MoM - Andrew Simpson.

Under 11 Lions
Easington Kites v Coxhoe United Lions
A new season and a new look team for the Lions with 6 new faces coming into the team, this was our first league game and with limited friendlies before the start of the season it was always going to be difficult start with only 8 players, 25mins each way and on a hot day we began the league season against Easington Kites. The early stages of the game we quite even with both sides getting used to playing competitive football again, we worked hard for the first 10 mins but when we failed to clear a long ball Easington picked up on it and opened the scoring. A very good defensive performance from the new pairing of Jordan and Cameron at back with the ever reliable Mark in goal kept Easington at bay and after a couple of changes we started to play some nice football approaching the half time whistle with Kieran, James & Lewis combining nicely with Max up front to create our first chances of the game but the score remained 1-0 at half time.The second half saw us come more into the game as we put pressure on the Easington defence and with McKenzie now back up front we grew strongly with shots from Kieran, Cameron and Max going close to our first goal of the campaign however Easington doubled there lead about half way thru' the second half. As we pressed forward to get back in the game it was end to end football with some fine saves from Mark keeping us in the game, however as we began to tire we couldn't prevent 2 break away goals at the end of the game to give Easington a flattering 4-0 win. Keep up the hard work for the rest of the season.
Final Score Easington Kites 4 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM: Mark Arnold

Under 10 Panthers
Coxhoe United v Swalwell Juniors
The Panthers start their under 10's season with 3 new signings Ryan Dobson, Kieran Naylor & Kelvin Leddy, the first game of the day was against Swalwell Juniors and the Panthers start well with team Captain Anthony Wharrier coming close in the opening minute, for the full first half the Panthers are camped in Swalwell's half with Anthony Wharrier, Faye Mullen, Kelvin Leddy & Jordan Harker all pressurising the Swalwell goal, Danny Teggert, Ryan Dobson and Flynn Fisher all having an easy time at the back. Despite tremendous pressure the score remains 0 - 0. In the second half Lewis Elmer replaces Kelvin Leddy & Kieran Naylor is on for Jordan Harker, with 3 minutes to go from a great Lewis free kick, Anthony rises to put a bullett header in the top corner.
Final Score - Coxhoe United Panthers 1 - Swalwell Juniors 0 - MoM: Lewis Elmer

Coxhoe United Panthers v Tyneside Juniors
Two minutes into the Panthers second game Kelvin Leddy opens the scoring with a great solo effort. Against the run of play Tyneside Juniors bring the game level with a well worked free kick. Midway through the first half Kelvin Leddy goes off injured and is replaced with Anthony Wharrier and with his first touch of the game he hits a great volley midway inside Tyneside Juniors half and makes it 2 - 1. The Panthers start the second half same as the first making it 3 - 1 inside the first 2 minutes with Kelvin playing Anthony in for his second goal, one minute later Jordan Harker gets on the score sheet to make it 4 - 1. Kelvin makes it 5, with a nice pass from Kieran, Kelvin gets his hatrick with 2 minutes to go making it 6 -1, and with the last kick of the game Lewis makes it 7.
Final Score: Coxhoe United Panthers 7 Tyneside Juniors 1 - MoM Anthony Wharrier

Under 10 Cougars
Coxhoe United Cougars v Torpedo Consett
The Cougars start their new season with 3 new signings, Mathew Dickson, Joseph Robinson & Brandon Holdsworth, the game starts lively with both teams going close, with 8 minutes gone Consett take the lead, the Cougars don't give up and with 2 minutes of the half remaining, Brandon Holdsworth puts them level with a lovely pass from Joseph Robinson. The Cougars starts their second half looking quite comfortable but with 2 late goals Consett win the game 3-1.
Coxhoe United Cougars 1 - Torpedo Consett 3 - MoM: Joseph Robinson

Coxhoe United Cougars v Torpedo Consett DX
DX start the game better of the two and have the Cougars on the back foot from the start, the Cougars concede a goal just before half time, after the break DX continue the pressure and get a further 3 goals later on in the game.
Coxhoe United Cougars 0 - Torpedo Consett DX 4 - MoM: Joe Wilson

Under 8s Development
Coxhoe United V Bowburn Youth
Coxhoe United development team had their first league game against Bowburn Youth. Bowburn started the brighter and quickly broke away to score the first goal of the match. Bowburn continued to pile on the pressure in the first 5 minutes. Coxhoe started to play better football towards the end of the first half and were finally rewarded with a well taken goal from Joseph Kerrigan. However the last kick of the first half, sfter a scramble in the goalmouth, Cocxhoe put the ball in their own net.The second half started much better for Coxhoe United and chances fell to Brad Bihari and Mason Hoyland both narrowly missing. Just as things were looking up for Coxhoe, Bowburn went up the other end to score a goal. Bowburn nearly scored another goal only for Nathan Hegarty to make a good save. Coxhoe's best move of the match started with a pass from Matthew Whiting with the final pass putting Mason Hoyland clean through to coolly slot the ball into the net. With the game ending in a 2-2 draw.
Coxhoe United 2 - Bowburn Youth 2 - MoM MM.o.M - Mason Hoyland

Byers Green V Coxhoe United
The second match for Coxhoe United was a hard fought game with most of the football being played in midfield. Byers Green had the best chances in the first half and were finally rewarded with a goal. The second half was very similar to the first with Byers putting even more pressure on Coxhoe. The last five minutes saw Coxhoe come into the game more but couldn't force an equaliser.
Byers Green 1 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM Mason Hoyland

U 12 Girls
A good display for the first game of the season. Slow to start and we were taken aback by East Durham lack of pace. This resulted in a slow game first half. Lots of chances for Coxhoe down the right and left but no one able to finish. Well taken goal by Bethney Garner just before half time. Coxhoe again made all the running in the second half with Elizabeth forcing home a cross from Bethney Garner five minutes from time. The girls sat back a little after the second goal and allowed East Durham a soft goal two minutes from time. Over all a good start to the season and a big improvement on last year.
Coxhoe United 2 East Durham 2

The girls were under a lot more pressure in the second game with Ferryhill Town coming out all guns blazing. Playing uphill and into the wind did not help and Ferryhill had all the play for the first 5 minutes. Coxhoe finally forced the game and won a couple of corners midway into the first half and the game flowed back and forth until 2 minutes from half time when a hopeful cross from the right was deflested into the Coxhoe goal by Jodie. The girls picked themselves up and battled well until half time. The second half saw Coxhoe dominate the play in the Ferryhill half and although they had a number of good chances and goalmouth scrambles they could not force the ball over the line. About 7 minutes into the second half Coxhoe won another corner on the right, however the cross was cleared only to fall to Emily Stores 10 yards outside the box. She looked up and blasted the ball which flew into the top left hand corner of the goal. Elizabeth Brown replaced Kathryn Dowson to give a more physical presence up front for the last 5 minutes but could not gat the equaliser. It was a hard fought game which could hasve gone either way.

U11 Girls
Coxhoe v Hilda Park
First match of the season and what a good start to the season . Coxhoe lost this fixture 15-0 last year, so it was a great improvement. We had a number of new players to the team who fitted in nicely and worked well . The more experienced players showed them great support and helped them through their first league match. All we asked of the girls was that they played hard and tried their best . Usually l can pick out certain players who shine in the match , but this is not the case . All the girls gave 110% on a very hot morning and the coaches and parents could not have asked anything more of them . Well done !!!!!!!
Final Score Coxhoe United 0 Hilda Park 3 - Player OTM Holly Crozier

4 Sept

Under 11s
Tuesday 4th September saw a midweek fixture for the under 11, 11/side team away to East Durham. Brimming with confidence after Sunday's performance, the boys opened the scoring within 1 minute through Alex McGrath. Two more followed from Andrew Simpson and Cameron Holdsworth but just on the stroke of half time East Durham clawed one back to make it 1-3.Coxhoe had to absorb more pressure in the second half ultimately resulting in another Durham goal, but the comfort zone was restored by 2 James Gilson goals.
Final Score:- East Durham 2 - Coxhoe United 5. MoM Alex McGrath

01/02 Sept

Under 12s
The under 12s first fixture of the season saw them away in the first ever meeting with Seaham Redstar. The first half was a very evenly matched affair but it was Seaham who gained the advantage 23 minutes into the game when the Coxhoe defence failed to clear from a corner and were punished with a superbly struck shot from outside the box which gave Jason Jones in the Coxhoe net no chance. In the second half Coxhoe spent long periods in the Seaham half pushing for the equaliser but Seaham again struck the back of the Coxhoe net after a break which left the final score a rather flattering 2-0 to Seaham.
Final Score - Seaham Redstar 2 Coxhoe United 2

Under 11s
This season will prove to be a real test for this team. Not only have they achieved promotion into the 1st division after last season's excellent performance, but they have also made the step up to 11/side.If that wasn't enough to cope with, the 1st match was away to the formidable Swalwell Juniors.This proved to be a very entertaining and hard fought match with great performances from both sides, ultimately resulting in a point for both teams.
Final Score Swalwell Swifts 0 Coxhoe United 0 - MoM Lee Saiger