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 Teams U11 - U15 : Leeds Schools' FA Touring
UNDER 13'S went to Durham
ESFA - Durham Festival of Football 2004
This year seven residential Associations, Allerdale, Bradford, Dacorum (taking part in the Festival for the first time), Gravesham, Leeds, Luton and the Vale of White Horse, complimented seven local Associations as participants in the thirteenth ESFA/Durham Festival of Football. Collingwood College of the University of Durham once again provided the residential base.
The Opening Ceremony took place in the Penthouse Suite of Collingwood College, with Mr Ken Peddieson (DCSFA Chairman) introducing and welcoming: Mr Geoff Wainwright (Festival Secretary), Mr Richard Jobson (PFA/Forum Chairman); Mr Alan Wilkie (FAMOA/Forum Guest); Mr Michael Barron and Mr Mark Tinkler (Hartlepool United FC/Form Guests); Mr Stephen Taylor (Newcastle United FC/Forum Guest); Mr Alan Johnston (ESFA); residential staff; boys and parents. Certificates were presented to all boys, commemorating their attendance and the evening culminated in a most enjoyable football forum during which all present were both informed and entertained.
On the field, first day football highlights centred round wins for Derwentside, Hartlepool, Luton, Allerdale, Bradford and Leeds, with draws for Darorum and Carlisle. In all 31 goals were scored, with the Bradford and Luton keepers maintaining a 'clean sheet' apiece.
A further 42 goals were scored during the second day. Leeds and Hartlepool recorded sound victories in their matches, whilst thrilling 4 - 3 wins for Vale of White Horse against Carlisle and Dacorum against Bishop Auckland enthused spectators. Allerdale beat Derwentside and Gravesham defeated Gateshead. Bradford drew with Sunderland with each side scoring 3 goals. Ex-Sunderland player, Gary Bennett conducted coaching sessions, on behalf of the PFA, for Luton, Gravesham and Vale of White Horse.
Later that evening, Officials, staff, referees and visitors were guests of Durham County Council who provided a Civic Reception and Welcome. Thanks must be expressed to all Members present- especially Durham County Council Chairman, Councillor Fenwick (father of ex-pro and Manager, Terry Fenwick) for a memorable evening. Residents took the opportunity, during the day, to view the PFA's video outlining the temptations and highs and lows facing young footballers, as they set out towards a career in the professional game.
The day three goal tally increased to 64, thanks to wins for Hartlepool, Bradford, Allerdale, Leeds, Dacorum and Carlisle. Luton drew with Sunderland. Gary Bennett concluded his coaching sessions with Bradford, Dacorum, Leeds and Allerdale. Gravesham, Luton and the Vale of White Horse visited the Metro Centre. A visit to Wet Wild Waterpark complimented the football activity for everyone later in the evening.
On the final day, Vale of White Horse, Leeds, Hartlepool, Luton and Bishop Auckland concluded their Festival programme, each scoring 3 goals. Dacorum drew with Allerdale, as did Bradford and East Durham and Derwentside narrowly beat Gravesham, scoring in the final minute of play.
Match referees were presented with EFSA centenary whistles.
Statistics showed that during the 27 games played, 114 goals were scored with goalkeepers maintaining 11 clean sheets. 230 boys were given the opportunity to express themselves in a safe, free and friendly environment, demonstrating their skills and talents against others of like-mind, taking from their experience a taste of true 'Festival Spirit'.
Boys were fully appreciative of the time and effort spent by everyone in making the Festival a success - the Allerdale captains once again, presented a formal 'Vote of Thanks' after lunch on the final day. Gravesham and Derwentside were joint winners of the 'Fair Play' Award.
A Festival like this needs an enormous amount of planning. In conclusion, I would wish to thank the following for their assistance and support: staff accompanying teams; parents; referees; staff at Collingwood College, the Racecourse, Maiden Castle and the Graham Sports Centre; Durham County Council; the PFA and the Durham County Schools' FA Festival Committee - many of whom have been involved in all previous Festivals!
We look forward to the fourteenth ESFA/Durham Festival in 2005 with eager anticipation.
Alan Johnston
ESFA/Durham Festival of Football 2004 - Results
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Vale of White Horse |
1 |
2 |
Derwentside |
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Gravesham |
1 |
3 |
Hartlepool |
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Luton |
3 |
0 |
Gravesham |
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Allerdale |
4 |
2 |
East Durham |
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Bradford |
4 |
0 |
Bishop Auckland |
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Dacorum |
2 |
2 |
Carlisle |
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Leeds |
4 |
3 |
Sunderland |
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Bradford |
3 |
3 |
Sunderland |
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Dacorum |
4 |
3 |
Bishop Auckland |
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Allerdale |
3 |
1 |
Derwentside |
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Leeds |
8 |
0 |
East Durham |
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Luton |
2 |
6 |
Hartlepool |
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Vale of White Horse |
4 |
3 |
Carlisle |
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Gravesham |
2 |
0 |
Gateshead |
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Luton |
2 |
2 |
Sunderland |
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Vale of White Horse |
0 |
3 |
Hartlepool |
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Gravesham |
0 |
1 |
Allerdale |
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Leeds |
2 |
0 |
Bishop Auckland |
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Bradford |
1 |
0 |
Gateshead |
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Dacorum |
3 |
1 |
Derwentside |
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Carlisle |
5 |
2 |
East Durham |
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Vale of White Horse |
3 |
1 |
Gateshead |
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Dacorum |
0 |
0 |
Allerdale |
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Gravesham |
0 |
1 |
Derwentside |
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Bradford |
1 |
1 |
East Durham |
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Leeds |
3 |
3 |
Hartlepool |
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Luton |
3 |
3 |
Bishop Auckland |
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