Saturday 10th July 2010 - Swaffham Town vs St Ives Town

Saints Co Manager; Jez hall recently spoke to the Saints website to announce that this Saturday's friendly match away to Swaffham Town has been cancelled. Jez Hall said "We are looking at arranging another fiendly very shirtly and we'll update the fans as soon as possible"

To see the current list of pre season friendlies for our First team please click here

Saints Co Manager; Jez Hall and Media Director; Simon Clark attended the Hinchingbrooke Cup AGM this evening, held at Eynesbury Rovers FC, where the draw was made for this season's competition.

The Saints were the first team drawn out of the hat and will host Potton United FC in the Preliminary Round, to be played before 16th October 2010.

Hall spoke to the website this evening "We played them last season in the first round and ran out winners and we'll be looking to do the same this time around" he added "There was some debate and discussions if we would enter this prestigeous competition but I know the lads will be keen to bring this fantastic trophy back to Westwood Road"

Another Fixture added to List:

Tuesday 13th July 2010 - Chatteris Town (a)

Saints Co Manager; Jez Hall announced that the Saints have another pre season friendly added to the list. For a full list of all pre season friendlies please go to the Saints homepage. Click here

16 Ever presents in First Team football last term !
 
The season's domestic first team football saw sixteen players feature in each and every one of their respective clubs' matches. Leading the way in the Premier Division with 46 appearances in league and league cup were St Ives Town duo, defender Dan Newman and midfielder Matt Bannister. One behind on 45 appearances were Daventry United duo, goalkeeper Lee Farrow and midfield man Brad Harris.

Saints unveil new signing in Lee Ellison

The Saints are delighted to announce the arrival of centre midfielder; Lee Ellison, who signs from Stamford. He is widely regarded as one of the best in that position whilst playing in the UCL. Ellsion was the captain of the Deeping Rangers side that won the league. He joins the Saints from Unibond side; Stamford. Previous clubs include Boston Town.

Jez Hall spoke to the website recently over the news "This is a great signing for the club and we would all like to welcome Lee to the club and hope that he can assist us in getting a top four finish and a better FA Vase run" Hall added "We will be looking to sign a few more new faces to the squad in eagerness for the season to get underway"

Working Party from Last weekend by Adrian Tattersall

"Last weekend (12th & 13th June) saw many ground and pitch improvements including several key areas of the pitch being dug out and drainage installed. This will hopefully assist us in the poor weather months and will improve the pitch and decrease the postponements throughout the season. I would like to place on record a vote of thanks for Simon Clark, Paul Reason, Dave Claridge, Fizzer, Mark Taylor, Michele Tattersall and Roger Knowles for their efforts and dedicated time last weekend"

This weekend see's another full weekend of ground and clubhouse refurbishment and Ade Tattersall (Ground & Stadia Director) is urging people to come forward and lend a hand for your local football club "I appreciate that many people have plans for the weekend but if you could spare a few hours then that would be most appreciated as all the work done this weekend will go a long way to improving the facilities around the club"

We look forward to seeing you this weekend.

Secretary's Report by Greig Sarath

This week saw the Annual General Meeting of the United Counties League take place at AFC Kempston, Bedford. As winners of the League KO Cjup I had the privilege of representing the football club in making the draw for this season's competition.

The First Team have been drawn at Home to Harborough Town. Our Reserves were also drawn at home to Wooton. Both dates have yet to be confirmed.

Working Party this weekend at Westwood Road.

Fancy helping out at your local football club in the next few weeks ?

Over the Summer there are several key areas of refurbishment both on and off the field required and Stadia and Ground Director; Ade Tattersall (pictured) is calling on as many spare hands as possible to help out. "It would be great if you have the time to spare and we would love to see as many people there to help out"

The working party starts on Saturday morning at 9am until the early afternoon and also on Sunday 9am - 5pm. Help spread the word and let's get it finished in time for Camb United !

Saints Veterans Manager; Hugh 'Taffy' Roberts has decided to step down from managing the Saints Vets after his first season in charge. The loyal Saint supporter and ex player spoke to the website to announce his decision "I've enjoyed this season but now feel that it is a great opportunity for someone else to take control of the chaps for the upcoming season"

Saints Chairman; Ashley Griffiths spoke of this decision "On behalf of everyone here at St Ives Town FC we would like to thank Taffy for his committment over the last 12 months and we look forward to seeing him down at Westwood Road supporting the Saints once again"

If anyone is interested in managing the Veterans side then please do not hesitate to come forward and get in contact with Simon Clark on 07884 398 770 or alternatively email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The final management decision will be decided in the coming months and announced live here on the website.

St Ives Town Commercial Director; Mark Taylor, is delighted to announce the latest sponsorship deal with local Cambridgeshire company; Domino Printing.

Taylor spoke to the website this morning and told the Saints supporters "With every football club it is important to secure sponsorship to keep them afloat. We have been working alongside Domino for many years now but they have recently emphasised the important of sponsoring the Under 18 side in their development" he added "Everyone is delighted at the football club to secure the sponsorship of one of the leading national companies in their industry" 

Saturday 17th July 2010 - Pre Season Friendly

St Ives Town vs Cambridge United

This summer see's the return of the U's at Westwood Road in our only pre season friendly at home. After last years fantastic attendance of 801 this year we are looking to go one better in hosting this high profile local derby.

Over the next few weeks extensive work is being carried out both on and off the pitch at Westwood Road in readiness for the 2010/11 season. Working parties have been arranged for the next two weekends so all your assistance at these times would be most appreciated to help your local football club.

Other friendlies in July 2010,for the first team, have been released to the website this morning :

• Swaffham (away) Saturday 10th
• Cambridge United (home) Saturday 17th
• Mildenhall (away) Saturday 24th
• March Town (away) Saturday 31st

WORKING PARTIES AT WESTWOOD ROAD IN PREPARATION FOR THE 2010/11 SEASON

Over the Summer of 2010 the football club will be holding several dates where working parties will be busy getting the club ready, both on and off the pitch, for the coming season.

Your football club needs as many people as possible to help out around the ground on these dates. Even if you only have a couple of hours to spare, all time is appreciated.

Ground & Stadia Director; Ade Tattersall spoke to the website today "Whilst I appreciate that people are busy with work, families and summer holiday's but if anyone has any spare time then please feel free to come down and see us"

If you are interested then please contact Ade on 07737 517465

Saturday 12th June 2010 (AM only)

Sunday 13th June 2010 (all day)

Saturday 19th June 2010 (all day)

Sunday 20th June 2010 (all day)

Thursday 27th May 2010 - Annual General Meeting

The Football Club's Annual General Meeting will take place this evening at the clubhouse at Westwood Road. The start time is 7.30pm prompt.

Saturday 22nd May 2010

End of Season Presentation Evening 2009/10

Ever present centre half; Dan Newman walked away with the majority of the first team awards at Saturday's Presentation Evening including the players player and supporters player of the season. The evening was a success when a packed clubhouse at Westwood Road saw the presentations made by all three management teams.

The following winners were :

First Team - Ozie Foster (Manager's Player) Dan Newman (Players Player & Most MOM's) Declan Rogers (Top Goalscorer)

Reserves - Tom Thrale (Manager's Player) Anton D'Aviliar (Players Player) Chris Ewles (Top Goalscorer) 

Under 18 - Josh Errington (Manager's Player) Leon Schwier (Players Player) Conor Washington (Top Goalscorer) Michael Shepherd (The Thompson Award - Supporters Player) 

Supporters Player of the Season - Dan Newman

Chairman's Award - Simon Clark (Director of Media & Public Relations)

Saturday 22nd May 2010 - Westwood Road

End of Season Presentation Evening 2009/10

What are your plans for tonight ?

Why not come down to Westwood Road and join the players, the board, committee and many other Saints supporters in the end of season presentation evening ? Their will be a buffet and disco available after the presentations have been completed and the Champions League Cup Final (Bayern Munich v Inter Milan) will also be live on the TV too...

Presentations will commence at approximately 7.30pm so it is advised to arrive as early as possible to enjoy a drink before hand.

On behalf of everyone involved with St Ives Town FC we look forward to seeing you all this evening !

After the game Saints U18 Manager; Darnell Dodd and President/Chairman of the Eastern Junior Cup spoke to the website and gave us their views and reactions from Thursday's night cup final.

Darnell Dodd (Saints Manager) "Obviously we are gutted. We had chances to win it but it appears that Lady Luck was just not with us tonight. The lads commiittment cannot be faulted one single bit and it was a faultless perfromance by all. The game could have went either way. I would also like to place on record a vote of Thanks to my Assistant; Steve Small and not  just for this evening but for his assistance and support throughout the whole season"

David Rose (President/Chairman - Eastern Junior Cup) "I would like to start by saying Thank You to everyone involved with St Ives Town FC for allowing us to stage the final here at Westwood Road. Without their response this final would have had to have been played at the start of next season and that would not have been fair to some of the lads who would be too old to compete. Both sides deserve credit for their perfromance this evening and it was played in front the biggest crowd this competition has seen for some time"

Thursday 20th May 2010 - Eastern Junior Cup Final

St Ives Town U18 1 Bury Town U18 2 (aet)

A bumper crowd of 225 witnessed a thrilling cup final last night as the match went to the wire with a late goal by Bury Town's Andrew Nugent, who then went on to lift the Eastern Junior Cup for the first time in their history.

Thursday 20th May 2010 - Eastern Junior Cup Final

St Ives Town U18 vs Bury Town U18

Tonight see's the Saints U18 take part in their second cup final of the season and with Bury Town U18 coming to Westwood Road the young guns of St Ives will be looking to parade some silverware in front of a bumper crowd. Kick off is at 7.45pm

Admission Prices : £2 Adults £1 Under 16's

Thursday 20th May 2010 - Eastern Junior Cup Final

St Ives Town U18 vs Bury Town U18

This week the football club are concerntrating their efforts on the First Team of tomorrow in preparation for Thursday night's Eastern Junior Cup Final. Saints Manager; Darnell Dodd spoke to the website at the weekend and said "We are preparing the lads for Thursday night's match and it seems that they are ready to take on Bury Town" he added "Reaching a cup final is fantastic for everyone involved and we lost out to Huntingdon Town last month so this is an opportunity to parade some silverware at the presentation evening on Saturday night"

Thursday 20th May 2010 - Eastern Junior Cup Final

St Ives Town U18 vs Bury Town U18

After negotiations between both club's Secretary's and the Cup Committee a decision has been made and we are pleased to confirm that the Eastern Junior Cup Final will be played at Westwood Road, St Ives next Thursday. Kick off time is 7.45pm.

Saints Secretary; Greig Sarath spoke to the website this afternoon "It has been very difficult for the Cup Committee to secure a venue for the cup final" he added "We were asked if we would be prepared to host the one legged final and Bury Town were happy with this decision"