Author: Andrew Spiers

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Match Photos: Aylesbury Vale Dynamos – H

The Moles faced Aylesbury Vale Dynamos in the last 16 of the Berks and Bucks Senior Cup with a Quarter Final tie against Flackwell Heath awaiting the winners.

The Moles took the lead with a Conner Jeanes goal before Ethan Gold was sent off just before half-time. Vale equalised half way through the second half before Razhir Smith-Jones sealed it for the Moles.

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Introducing: Aylesbury Vale Dynamos FC

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After the disappointment of the New Years Day defeat and the postponement against Hayes, the Moles take on Aylesbury Vale Dynamos in the Berks and Bucks Senior Cup.

Matchday: Tuesday 14th January 2025. KO: 7:45pm

Who are Aylesbury Vale Dynamos FC?

The club originated in the 1930s as Negretti and Zambra, serving as a works team for the Negretti and Zambra company in London. Following the company’s relocation to Aylesbury in 1949, the club joined the Aylesbury & District League in 1954 after the establishment of sports facilities. As time progressed, the club transitioned to the Wycombe & District League and eventually reached Division One of the Chiltonian League in 1988, finishing as runners-up in 1989–90, which led to their promotion to the Premier Division. The club achieved notable success during this period, including winning the Wycombe Senior Cup in 1995 and securing runner-up positions in both their initial Premier Division season and again in 1996–97.

In 2000, after a league merger, the club opted to join Division One of the Spartan South Midlands League and merged with Belgrave F.C., adopting the name Haywood United. The club continued to progress, finishing as runners-up in Division Two during the 2001–02 season and winning the Division One title in 2003–04, which earned them promotion to the Premier Division. Renamed Aylesbury in 2005, they won the Premier Division title in their first season and later qualified for promotion play-offs in 2014–15. However, after a challenging 2018–19 season that resulted in relegation due to regulatory issues, they merged with Bedgrove Dynamos and became Aylesbury Vale Dynamos.

Cup Run So Far

In the first round of the cup, Aylesbury Vale Dynamos beat Abingdon United 2-1 away. In the 2nd round, they beat Newport Pagnell away 1-0 and in the 3rd round, they beat Marlow at home 2-1.

In the 3rd round, the Moles beat Maidenhead United 2-1 at home.

Tickets

Tickets can be purchased on the gate. Please note that we are a cashless stadium. Only card  and contactless payment are accepted on the gate, for food and in the bar.

Prices are;

  • Adults: £10
  • Concession: £6
  • Under 16: £1

About Hill Farm Lane

Address: The Iconic Stadium, Hill Farm Lane, Binfield RG42 5NR

The club house and changing rooms at Hill Farm Lane. Photo: C2 Photography.

Hill Farm Lane is a modern non-league football ground with parking on site, disabled access and more including:

  • Licenced bar
  • Tea bar serving hot and cold food
  • Disabled access to pitch side
  • Toilets
  • Standing and seated covered areas to watch the match
  • Card payments taken on the gate, in the bar and at the tea bar.

There are over 100 spaces available to park at the ground.

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December’s Player of the Month

Jack Brewer takes home December’s Player of the Month for his brilliant defensive display since coming into the side. He beats goal machine Rahzir Smith-Jones and Tyler D’Cruz to the award.

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Fixture Updates

Due to the recent wet and cold weather, we have had to rearrange some of our upcoming fixures.

The Berks and Bucks FA Senior Cup tie against Aylesbury Vale Dynamos will now be played at the Iconic Stadium on Tuesday 14th January.

Which means that the away game against Hartley Wintney has now been moved to Tuesday 18th February.

We would like to thank both clubs, the Isthmian League and the County FA for their assistance in rearranging these fixtures.

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Introducing: Moneyfields FC

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After two postponements, the Moles travel down the A3 to play league newcomers Moneyfields FC.

Mathday: Saturday 11th January 2025. KO: 3pm

Who are Moneyfields FC?

The club began as Portsmouth Civil Service in the Portsmouth Saturday League in 1987, achieving significant success early on. In 1990–91, they won the Portsmouth Senior Cup and the Saturday League Premier Division, earning promotion to Division Three of the Hampshire League. The club continued its impressive run by winning the Portsmouth Senior Cup, Hampshire Intermediate Cup, and Division Three title the following season, securing promotion to Division Two. In 1992–93, they won Division Two, earning a third successive promotion to Division One of the Hampshire League, and in 1994, the club was renamed Moneyfields.

The club’s success continued with the Division One championship in 1996–97 and subsequent promotion to the Wessex League. They became members of Division One when the league merged with the Hampshire League in 2004, with the division being renamed the Premier Division in 2005. Moneyfields won the Portsmouth Senior Cup in 2012–132 and were Premier Division runners-up in 2016–17, earning promotion to the Southern League. After fluctuating between divisions and winning multiple Portsmouth Senior Cups, the club voluntarily relegated to the Wessex League Premier Division in 2021. Their persistence paid off in the 2023–24 season when they won the Premier Division title, securing promotion to the Isthmian League’s South Central Division.

Head To Head

We believe that this will be the first time the two clubs have played each other. In their last game out on New Years Day, the Moles lost 1-0 to local rivals Ascot. Moneyfields beat Ashford Town 5-1.

Where do Moneyfields FC play?

John Jenkins Stadium, Moneyfield Avenue, Baffins, Portsmouth, PO3 6LA

Both card and cash payments are accepted for entry at the turnstiles – but please note that, once inside, the John Jenkins Stadium is a CASHLESS stadium.

Ticket prices:

Adults: £10
Concessions: £6 [65+]
12-17s: £2 (ID must be shown if requested, if not then entry is £6).
Under-12s: Free with Paying Adult

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New Year Message From The Captain

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Hi all and a very Happy new year!

It is definitely a different feeling this year whilst writing this and for the good. However, we have still had to overcome our own challenges this season.
The main one is having to play without our gaffer Rosco whilst he is in recovery. Bowes and Bully have been superb and we can’t thank them enough for the amount of effort they have put into us and we all can’t wait to have Rosco back in the dressing room.

When walking into the clubhouse I’ve always admired the trophies on display , we are still in two cup competitions this season and the lads and I are determined to add to that trophy cabinet and will do our upmost to do that.

I feel the league is a lot more competitive this year but we have still had some great moments, Goldie in guernsey , Raynes Park away and Dulwich Hamlet to name a few. We feel we have the ability to be in the top half and we still aim to finish as high as possible. Hopefully we can have many more moments like these and who knows what might happen.

All the best and look forward to seeing you all around the club this year.

Dan

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Introducing: Hayes & Yeading FC

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The Moles have their first home game of the year when they welcome Hayes & Yeading FC to the Iconic Stadium.

Matchday: Saturday 4th January. KO 3pm

Who are Hayes & Yeading FC?

Hayes & Yeading United Football Club was established on May 18, 2007, through the merger of Hayes F.C. and Yeading F.C., both of which had been competing in the Conference South. The club’s badge incorporates the Middlesex crest and colors from both predecessor teams, along with the motto “Porro Simul,” meaning “forward together” in Latin. In their inaugural season (2007–08), they finished 13th in the Conference South and reached the Fourth Qualifying Round of the FA Cup. The following season (2008–09) proved more successful as they secured a playoff spot, ultimately winning promotion to the Conference National after defeating Hampton & Richmond in the final.

The club’s early years in the higher league were marked by fluctuating performances. They turned fully professional in the 2010–11 season, reaching the final of the Middlesex Senior Cup and competing in the FA Cup against League 1 side Wycombe Wanderers. However, they faced challenges in subsequent seasons, including relegation back to the Conference South after a poor showing in the 2011–12 season. Despite a brief reprieve from relegation due to Hereford United’s expulsion, Hayes & Yeading continued to struggle, finishing low in league standings and experiencing repeated early exits from cup competitions. The club’s fortunes shifted in the 2017–18 season when they won their first title as a merged entity, topping 100 league goals and securing victory in the Isthmian League South Central Division. The club was relegated back to the South Central Division at the end of the 2023/24 season.

Last Time Out

On New Years Day, the Moles lost 1-0 to local neighbours Ascot United. Whilst Hayes & Yeading beat their local rivals Southall 2-1.

Tickets

Tickets can be purchased on the gate. Please note that we are a cashless stadium. Only card  and contactless payment are accepted on the gate, for food and in the bar.

Prices are;

  • Adults: £10
  • Concession: £6
  • Under 16: £1

About Hill Farm Lane

Address: The Iconic Stadium, Hill Farm Lane, Binfield RG42 5NR

The club house and changing rooms at Hill Farm Lane. Photo: C2 Photography.

Hill Farm Lane is a modern non-league football ground with parking on site, disabled access and more including:

  • Licenced bar
  • Tea bar serving hot and cold food
  • Disabled access to pitch side
  • Toilets
  • Standing and seated covered areas to watch the match
  • Card payments taken on the gate, in the bar and at the tea bar.

There are over 100 spaces available to park at the ground.

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Introducing: Ascot FC

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The Moles start the New Year with an away trip to local rivals Ascot United.

Mathday: Wednesday 1st January 2025. KO: 3pm

Who are Ascot FC?

Ascot United Football Club was founded in 1965 and joined the Senior Division of the Reading League in 2001. They won the league in 2006-07 and were promoted to Division One East of the Hellenic League. They made their debut in the FA Vase in the 2010-11 season and played in the FA Cup for the first time in the 2011-12 season. In 2013-14, they won the Hellenic League Challenge Cup by defeating Ardley United 2-1. Ascot won the Challenge Cup again in the 2018-19 season and were transferred to the Premier Division of the Combined Counties League. They were placed in the Premier Division North of the league in 2021 and became Premier Division North champions in 2022-23, earning promotion. They also reached the final of the FA Vase.

Head To Head

In the two seasons since the Yellaman have been promoted to step 4, the two teams have played 3 times and Ascot have won them all. Last season, they won 4-0 at the Racecourse ground and 3-2 at the Iconic stadium. Earlier this season, Ascot won 3-1 at the Iconic Stadium with two goal from ex-Moles Taylor Morgan.

Where do Ascot United play?

The Racecourse Ground, Car Park 7 & 8, Off A330 Winkfield Road, Ascot, SL5 7LJ

Note: Ascot United operate a cashless site, therefore all payment throughout the site must be made by card or contactless payments. This includes the gate, bar and café.

Ascot United provide an online matchday programme that can be found on their website.

Ticket prices:

Adult £10
Concession £7 – Students & Over 65’s
U16 £3

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January Fixtures

The Moles are straight back into action with an away game against Ascot on New Years Day and no less than nine fixtures (weather permitting) in January. The fixture list in full;

January 1, 2025 @ 3:00 pm
Pitching In Isthmian League South Central Division One
Ascot United vs Binfield

January 4, 2025 @ 3:00 pm
Pitching In Isthmian League South Central Division One
Binfield vs Hayes & Yeading United FC

January 7, 2025 @ 7:45 pm
Berks & Bucks County FA Cup
Binfield vs Aylesbury Vale Dynamos

January 11, 2025 @ 3:00 pm
Pitching In Isthmian League South Central Division One
Moneyfields FC vs Binfield

January 14, 2025 @ 7:30 pm
Pitching In Isthmian League South Central Division One
Hartley Wintney FC vs Binfield

January 18, 2025 @ 3:00 pm
Pitching In Isthmian League South Central Division One
Binfield vs Met Police

January 21, 2025 @ 7:45 pm
Velocity Trophy
Hastings United vs Binfield

January 25, 2025 @ 3:00 pm
Pitching In Isthmian League South Central Division One
Harrow Borough FC vs Binfield

January 28, 2025 @ 7:45 pm
Pitching In Isthmian League South Central Division One
Binfield vs Rayners Lane FC

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