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Friday 01st October 2010
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DARTFORD have confirmed that Lee Burns is a major doubt for tomorrow’s trip to fellow promoted side Boreham Wood, who are presently struggling at the foot of the Blue Square Bet South table with only three draws from their first nine league games, due to a back strain.

Elliot Bradbrook and Charlie Sheringham both trained last night and will be added to the squad for the Meadow Park clash.

Adam Burchell, meanwhile, has returned to Princes Park, following his second loan spell at Ryman Premier Leaguers Tonbridge Angels.

Dartford manager Tony Burman will be without injured pair, Billy Burgess and Ollie Berquez.

DOVER ATHLETIC last night signed striker Jason Norville until the end of the season.

The former Watford and Barnet striker, 27, from Trindad and Tobago, has recently been on trial with Andy Hessenthaler's Gillingham.

Norville - who is 5ft 11in tall - has also played in non-league for Woking and had loan spells at Welwyn Garden City and Wealdstone.

Boss Martin Hayes told www.doverathletic.com: "He comes highly recommended and has good pedigree, having been a full-time pro for some years.

"Jason knows a few of our former Barnet contingent, having been at Underhill, and he should be a good fit here.

"We were made aware of his situation at Gillingham. They were not able to offer him anything, which has worked out nicely for us."

Meanwhile, James Rogers has joined Margate after leaving Dover Athletic by mutual consent.

Rogers wanted to play regular first team football and joins former team-mates in Iain O'Connell's squad at Hartsdown Park.

'Rogo' recently became Whites' longest serving player, having made his debut against Moor Green in 2003, when he scored a memorable goal direct from a corner.

The versatile midfielder was a regular for Dover Athletic in the club's rise through the Ryman League, playing at left back, in central midfield and on the wing. He played a crucial role in the Ryman Premier championship season, scoring several important goals from distance.

Hayes added: "James wanted first-team football. We thank him for his loyal service to the club and wish him all the best."

He joins former team mates Craig Cloke, Laurence Ball, John Keister, Dean Grant and Shaun Welford at Hartsdown Park.

EBBSFLEET UNITED young stars Michael West and Chris Henry will be amongst a group of players getting checked out at the Asda Gravesend pharmacy next week.

With winter just around the corner, Ebbsfleet United head sports therapist Stuart Phazey took up an invitation from Chris Fawn, the store’s general manager, to give the players the once-over.

The players will be offered the same free consultations that are available to everyone, including blood pressure monitoring, full lipid cholesterol testing, BMI checking and diabetes testing, when they visit the pharmacy at 10am on October 8th.

The Asda Gravesend pharmacy also has a consulting room where confidential matters can be discussed in privacy with a member of the pharmacy team. In addition, the pharmacy offers customers free collection of repeat prescriptions from their doctors.

The Fleet visit coincides with the first of three flu-injection sessions at the pharmacy, when customers can help keep winter woes at bay for just £8 for the injection. And in a bid to ensure that Ebbsfleet’s first-team squad stays healthy over the next few months, Asda is donating a month’s supply of fresh fruit to the club.

“We really want to get behind the Fleet this season and hope we can do our bit to keep them healthy”, said store boss Chris Fawn, when speaking to www.ebbsfleetunited.co.uk.

Stuart Phazey added: “This part of the year is when players start to get fitness issues, whether it’s injury or illness, so I’m delighted that the Asda pharmacy is working alongside us, and I’d encourage members of the public, too, to ensure they look after themselves as winter approaches”.

WELLING UNITED player-manager Jamie Day has been forced to offload three off his players during the week following the club’s FA Cup exit at the hands of Braintree Town last weekend.

Goalkeeper Charlie Mitten and midfielders Dean Cracknell and Ben Billings have all been released to ensure that the Park View Road club are no longer exceeding its playing budget figure.

Defender Anthony Acheampong has joined the Wings and a new goalkeeper will be added to the squad in time for Saturday's trip to Weston-super-Mare.

A club statement issued on www.wellingunited.com said : “This enables the club to maintain the 16 player registration total inline with the current embargo.

“We wish these players all the best for the future and thank them for their loyal service to the Wings.”

Day takes his side to Weston-Super-Mare for a Blue Square Bet South fixture tomorrow.

The Wings are presently in fourth place, whilst the hosts go into the game in the bottom five.

“It will be a tough game tomorrow, as they have only lost one at home,” Day told www.kentishfootball.co.uk.

“We need to go there with last week’s FA Cup exit out of our system and continue the good run of wins we have in the league.

“We have worked hard in training this week so we’re going there looking to come back with three points and keep pressure on the teams above us as most of them have tough games.”

Day will hand goalkeeper Gareth Stewart, 30, his debut tomorrow, having signed the former Blackburn Rovers, Bournemouth and Dorchester Town stopper on non-contract terms on the eve of the game.

Meanwhile, in honour of Stuart White, who tragically died in June, a memorial game between Ashford Town Legends and Welling United Legends will be played tonight at Ashford Town’s Homelands Stadium, 7pm.  Tickets are priced at £4 with all proceeds going to a charity Stuart was involved in.

CRAY WANDERERS assistant manager Paul Blade wants his side to immediately bounce back from their midweek FA Cup exit and collect maximum points away to Aveley tomorrow.

The Wands took Blue Square Bet South side Ebbsfleet United to two games but were knocked out of the FA Cup in the Second Qualifying Round and dreams of reaching the first round proper for the very first time in their 150th anniversary were ended at Stonebridge Road.

“Well, after Tuesday’s game it’s nice to go back to the league games and we will be looking to get three points at Aveley,” Blade told www.kentishfootball.co.uk.

“We only took one point from them last season so we’re looking to improve on that, but the dressing room is buzzing at the moment and competition for places is good at the moment so it keeps people on their toes and everybody has to keep to a high standard of performances to keep their shirt, which therefore results should follow.

“But we will make sure come 3 o’clock we’ll be chomping at the bit to get out there and play.”

Meanwhile, Cray Wanderers have criticised BBC Radio Kent over the biased website coverage during their two games against the Fleet.

Ebbsfleet’s commercial manager and secretary summerised the games at Hayes Lane and Stonebridge Road respectively - and the Wands are upset over the poor coverage.

One listening Cray fan said: “It was a pity that the match was spoiled, for those of us who couldn’t attend, by a totally biased and scathing commentary (in favour of Ebbsfleet) on BBC Radio Kent.  Whether the lop-sided commentator likes it or not, Cray Wanderers are a KENT club, too!”

FOLKESTONE INVICTA is delighted to announce a 3-year deal with Remland Carpets for sponsorship of the School End stand in the Buzzlines Stadium. This marks another major step for the club in rebuilding a cross-supporting relationship with its local business community. 

Club chairman Lynn Woods underlines the importance of proactive engagement with local business, which benefits the club not just in direct financial terms but in highlighting Invicta's community role and social facilities. 

"Despite the difficult economic situation, it has been very heartening that traders have stepped in to boost the club's advertising and sponsorship revenue,” Mr Woods told www.folkestoneinvicta.co.uk

“They like what they see in the club's commitment to its community and are keen to be part of its role in Folkestone's regeneration". 

For Remland Carpets, owner Trevor Ballard identifies closely with the club's support of youth and disability football. 

"Remland has always supported Invicta and we are delighted that the club is back on its feet and progressing so well. We also know from experience that Invicta offers excellent commercial exposure for us and has a loyal base of fans and youth members and parents who let us pitch for their business.

"It is very much a two-way relationship". 

Invicta Company Secretary Jim Pellatt sees other similar opportunities for businesses to use Invicta to promote their message. 

He added: "We are keen to find businesses who will promote themselves through the Club to raise their profile outside the normal setting of media and static advertising. Sponsoring the Stripes Social Club might be an especially attractive option, and of course we can always accommodate firms who would like to take a boundary board or programme advertisement. 

To enquire about sponsorship or advertising opportunities with Folkestone Invicta please contact Lynn@houseof4doors.co.uk 

TONBRIDGE ANGELS have unveiled the signings of Jamie England (ex Billericay Town), Ben Judge (Croydon Athletic) and Claude Seanla (Boreham Wood) ahead of Saturday’s home clash against AFC Hornchurch.

Flop Jacob Mingle, meanwhile, has found himself a new club, signing for Blue Square Bet South side Staines Town.

MAIDSTONE UNITED’S much-anticipated takeover is nearing completion.

The club’s general manager, Bill Williams told www.maidstoneunited.co.uk said: “Today (30 September) was a target date to complete the transfer of ownership. 

“I am fully aware and conscious that dates have been set and missed, which obviously increases the anxiety of all those concerned. Let me reassure everyone that everything possible is being done to finalise the deal that was agreed a few weeks ago in principle.

“All parties are keen to do this as soon as possible and the moment it is achieved an announcement will be made.”

MARGATE manager Iain O’Connell has announced the release of midfielder Jim Sherman.

With five appearances, two from the bench, Sherman has found first team opportunities limited at Hartsdown Park and after some discussion with the Gate boss, has opted to part company with the Blues.

The manager told www.margate-fc.com: “Jim’s a smashing lad and I would like to thank him for his effort here at Margate. But I know he was looking for first team football and at the moment, I can’t offer him that.

“I wish Jim the best of luck at his next club.”

Sherman looks set to join another Kent side currently playing in Ryman One South.


CHATHAM TOWN has been trading as a Limited Company since 1st June 2010. 

The Board took the decision to incorporate in order to create financial stability at the club at a time where a number of clubs have faced legal issues, uncertainty of continuation and for some, administration.

Chairman Jeff Talbot told www.chathamtownfc.net: “The board are now seeking to take further advantage of our Lease and of Incorporation to a Private Limited Company by making large scale improvements to
the Maidstone Road Ground. 

“To that end I am really pleased to be able to announce plans for a two Capital Fund raising initiatives for Chatham Town FC.

The first is for Club Members only. There will be a share issue for Club Members. Club Members are Players, Parents, employees, the Board and Sponsors.

Details of the Share Issue will be sent to Members directly.

The second Fundraising Initiative is for our supporters. This initiative will allow supporters to buy a Chatham Town FC Supporters Club Bond for £50 per bond.

Mr Talbot added: “The Bond will entitle Supporters Club Members via the Supporters Club Committee to have a vote on key Club issues at AGM’s. We are looking for new Supporters, Club Members and Committee so please get involved if you can.”

The revenue from the Share Issue and Supporters Bonds will be solely focussed on Ground Improvements in particular:

· The building of a new two storey extension from the Clubhouse to the Gatehouse. The new building will house The Presidents Lounge on the first floor with 3 viewing baloneys. On the Ground Floor will be the new Players Lounge which can be flexibly opened up into a double sized Bar area.

· There will be another new single floor building erected between the main gate and the Bournville Road Stand. This building will house offices, storage and a new larger Boardroom. 

· The existing Boardroom will be converted into a Club Shop

· The club will continue to improve the Pitch and will continue with concrete
fencing to all remaining exposed tree lined chain fences. 

Bondholders will be able to use the new facilities outside match days at discount rates for that ‘special occasion’.

The Chatham Town Board will from time to time announce Special Matchday Offers specifically for Bondholders

All initial Bondholders will, if they wish, be named in a ‘Role of Honour’ in the new buildings in recognition of their support in building Chatham Town FC’s future.

BECKENHAM TOWN look certain to be without ex-Maidstone United defender Nathan Paul for Saturday's FA Carlsberg Vase trip to Croydon.

Paul, injured in the first half of Saturday's F.A. Cup tie at St Albans City looks likely to be ruled out for at least another two weeks.

Midfielder Durrant Jemmott has also been ruled out the Croydon Sports Arena clash through injury.

ERITH & BELVEDERE have secured the services of midfielder Allan Matthews, 22, from Ryman League Division One side Chipstead.

Allan spent his formative years at Gravesend & Northfleet before being offered a scholarship at Leyton Orient.

After two seasons with the Brisbane Road club, and making many appearances for their Reserve side, O’s manager Martin Ling released the young midfielder in May 2007 without the offer of a professional contract with the League One club.

Allan then spent some time at Kent League rivals Erith Town before making the move to the High Road.

Assistant manager Julian Leigh says he expects to face players on their honeymoon when Chichester City visit Park View Road in the FA Carlsberg Vase tomorrow.

Leigh has contacted his former Tonbridge Angels colleague Kevin Goldsmith for some inside knowledge on the Sussex County League outfit.

Chichester arrive in Kent sitting in ninth place in the top tier of the Sussex County League with a record of five wins and two draws from ten league outings.

“They’ve had a similar start to the season to us, but obviously they’ve played a lot more league games, but they’re about midtable in the Sussex County League,” Leigh told www.kentishfootball.co.uk on the eve of the first round tie.

Leigh added: “We know there’s been a change of manager in midweek, after their 4-2 defeat to Redhill.

“I suppose really it’s going to be an unknown quantity tomorrow.  It’s going to be a typical Cup tie.  They don’t know much about us and we certainly don’t know too much about them.”

When a new manager comes in to any club, players appear to raise their games for a certain period, described as the honeymoon period.

Leigh added: “There out to impress, aren’t they?”

“I think it’s a very open game to be fair.  Both sides would like a nice little run in the FA Vase.  I’m sure the Chichester manager is saying and thinking the same as we are.

“Our form has been a little bit erratic.  I suppose you could say against higher league sides we’ve done well, as you know, and teams around our level, the same level as us, we tended to struggle a little bit.”

Right-back, Lee Gledhill, meanwhile, is due to have a MRI scan on his troublesome groin injury, but the Deres are without striker Marcus Cassius as loan players aren’t allowed to play in the FA Vase.

But Chris Kinnear (knee) and Matt Newman (groin) are in contention to face the Lillywhites.


ERITH TOWN boss Steve O’Boyle has today confirmed that Ted Hart and Martin Chirimutu are both out of tomorrow’s Kent League clash against Holmesdale.

The Dockers suffered a 2-0 defeat to Gary Davies’ side on the opening day of the season and have been knocked out of both the FA Vase and FA Cup by Raynes Park Vale (0-1) and Kent giants Dover Athletic (1-5) respectively in the last fourteen days.

“We need to be a lot better than when we played them away,” O’Boyle told www.kentishfootball.co.uk  today.

“Gary has a very hard working side who all work hard for each other so we will have to match their work rate.

“After two defeats in the Cups it’s important we get a win this Saturday.”

FISHER manager Gary Lisney is hoping for a big turn out on Saturday to cheer the boys on as the Fish look to make it through to the second round proper of the FA Vase.

Earlier in the week Lisney sent out an open letter by email to the club’s membership thanking them for the support so far this season and asking for more of the same on Saturday for the visit of Warlingham.

Lisney wrote: “It’s been really pleasing to see a few more people coming down to cheer us on lately and we actually seem to be getting a bit of an atmosphere going at Champion Hill now which is great.

“We’ve had a couple of good results so far in the FA Vase and the club has done well to get past some tricky sides in Ringwood and Norton Sports – not easy games. We know we can’t afford to rest on our laurels though and I can assure you we really want to now push on further in this competition which makes the game against Warlingham on Saturday a massive one for the club – no doubt the biggest game of our season so far.”

“With the help of a big turnout and support from you in the stands and around the pitch (and those few in the shed!) I’m confident we can put in another decent performance and hopefully get the win that will put us through.”

Speaking to www.fisherfc.co.uk   the manager added. “I think it’s important to keep in touch with supporters and ask them for help in backing us now and then because sometimes we need a bit of a gee up. What people should understand is that the support we get makes a real difference to the boys out on the pitch. If you’ve got 100 or so people willing you on to win the ball, your just going to give that little bit extra aren’t you?

“Little things like this (contacting supporters) are good for the fans as well because it makes them feel that little bit more attached to the club.

“A big crowd and support from around the ground can really help push us on and with the Vase games being so important for us this season, we’ll need the fans behind us on Saturday too”

Despite last weekend’s defeat to Sevenoaks, the Fish are on a good spell of form, winning three and drawing one of their last five. 

Chris Tucker’s Warlingham side are currently 5th in the Combined Counties League Division One – Step 6 of the non-league pyramid, and aiming for their fifth straight victory in all competitions in what promises to be a lively affair at Champion Hill.

Lisney welcomes son Adam back in goal after suspension and is spoilt for choice in attack with Daniel Dean and Steve O’Donnell pushing in-form duo Rafa Akala and Dexter Babalola for a place up front. The manager has plenty of options throughout the side with Rob Hughes, Hulusi Mustafa and Adrian Ma looking potent and pacy in midfield.

Player and assistant manager Kris Hollidge is the only doubt for the game after picking up a muscle strain at Sevenoaks last weekend.

A home win would take the Fish through to the Second Round Proper, a record that would equal their best ever (including Fisher Athletic) in the competition whilst also generating significant income for the club with the FA’s estimated £1000 prize fund at stake.

But Lisney says he will not put any pressure on his players for the Champion Hill clash.

“Our plight financially is pretty well known, along with Greenwich Borough and a couple of other clubs that are in a very similar situation,” Lisney told www.kentishfootball.co.uk following their comfortable win over Norton Sports in the last round.

“The Cups mean everything to us.  It’s a balancing act wanting the players to have the desire to go out and do well, not only for the club but for themselves first and foremost but without putting too much pressure on them of what the financial implications are getting through each round.

“We’ll take the financial rewards gladly but I want people to perform for themselves first and foremost not because of any financial implications.

“It’s very important as a manager I really have to look at all sides of it.  First and foremost I want my players to perform, to try to express themselves on the pitch and play good football.”

GREENWICH BOROUGH boss Steve Firkins takes his side to Moneyfields in the First Round of the FA Carlsberg Vase tomorrow.

“We have another trip to look forward to down in Hampshire against opposition we have no knowledge off,” Firkins told www.kentishfootball.co.uk.

“We expect another tough game against Moneyfields and we are looking forward to the challenge.  We have a few injury problems and the weekend off last Saturday probably did us a favour, especially with the Herne Bay game next week.

“It would be nice to face them knowing we are in the hat for the second Round of the FA Vase.”

HYTHE TOWN manager Scott Porter haS spoken of the FA Vase tradition at the club as he prepares his team for what he hopes will be a long run in this year's competition starting at Raynes Park Vale on Saturday.

Secretary Marin Giles added that the current size of the Kent league does at least allow clubs the luxury of a cup run or two without having too much of a fixtures backlog. 

"As with the FA Cup, as each round comes up we know that we are capable of going further -and if we were to beat Concord Rangers next week we will only be one win from a possible televised tie against league opposition - don't tell me that is not on because I know that it is,” he told www.kentishfootball.co.uk.

" It is for times like these that we try to maintain a large squad of players. Both in this season and in previous ones good players have left the club and then realised that they would have got in for the next big game. In defence too we have had players on the fringes who are now holding down their places in the starting eleven.

“When our FA adventures are over we will still need quality players in the other cups and in our drive for promotion. It is for this reason that the club have put in a 7-day approach for Norton "flyer" Ryan Rook. He played against us the other night and let's just say that he caught everybody's attention.”

Rook, who is the younger brother of Dartford striker Carl, had an unsuccessful trial with Ryman Premier Leaguers Tonbridge Angels in pre-season.

LORDSWOOD have launched a charity appeal for tomorrow’s home FA Carlsberg Vase tie against Three Bridges.

A statement published on their website www.lordswoodfc.co.uk said: “Do you have any old football and or rugby kit that is just gathering dust in the draw? 

“If you have, we at Lordswood Football Club would like to hear from you as, in association with KITAID, we invite you to bring your unwanted kit to Lordswood Sports and Social Club tomorrow (2nd October) between 10:00am and 3:00pm prior to our FA Vase game with Three Bridges. 

“KITAID is a registered charity, which sends no longer wanted kit to children and adults who love football but live in some of the poorest parts of the World. 

“So whether it’s an old England shirt; a Man United shirt; or even that old Gills shirt that doesn’t fit anymore, we would love to take it off your hands on Saturday. 

“With the Gills and Chatham both being away from home this weekend, Medway’s football fans have no excuse from bringing that old unwanted kit along to Lordswood Football Club – help us to put a smile on someone else’s face! 

SEVENOAKS TOWN  boss Keith Levett was pleased with a workmanlike performance from his side in the 2-0 win against Fisher last Saturday.

Speaking to www.sevenoakstownfc.org the manager said: “We did a session at training on Thursday, and knew we needed to get tighter at the back, We were conceding too many goals, and asked the boys to keep their shape better.

""Set plays, free-kicks and corners cost us at Deal, but we were better at that, looked more solid, and less likely to concede from those areas.

"I thought Fisher were a decent side, well organised, but I thought the longer the game went on, we looked the more likely to score. They did have a couple of chances themselves, and I think they will cause teams problems this season."

Goalkeeper Dan Bygrave made his debut in the game in place of Simon Overland who was unavailable, and made one good save near the end. 

Levett said: "Overall he came in and did well. We were pleased for him, because it's always hard playing your first game, he could have been nervous, but he's a quite a confident lad.

"He was at Bromley, after being released by Leyton Orient, so he's got a good pedigree, and has been coached. He is technically a good 'keeper, and it's good for us to be able to bring in somebody like that when Simon isn't available."

Meanwhile, Roberto Corbishley's brief spell as a substitute in the 4-2 defeat at Deal last month has resulted in another long lay-off.

The former Maidstone United and Margate man had only just recovered from a long term thigh problem when he started on the bench, but within minutes of going on he fell awkwardly, and had to be carried from the field. 

The injury has now been confirmed as damaged knee ligaments, and Levett said: "It's terrible for the boy, and we are so sorry for him, because he just wants to play.

"He has been out injured for a long time, and this means he will be out for another six to eight weeks. We are here for him though when he wants to come back and train, because he is a quality player.

"I don't think we rushed him to the game, he had been training with us, and so we decided to give him 20 minutes. Hopefully he'll come back and we'll see him after Christmas."


TUNBRIDGE WELLS showed their class, crashing home four goals without reply to record their first league win of the season when Corinthian visited Culverden Stadium.

As happened the previous week, The Wells were cruising after 20 minutes having scored twice through Carl Cornell and Tom Davey. Two more goals came in the second period courtesy of Drew Crush and Andy McMath rounded out proceedings and left first team manager Martin Larkin delighted long after the full-time whistle.

“You've got to be very happy with a result like that," he told www.tunbridgewellsfc.co.uk.  

"Ironically, defensively we were a bit shaky - but going forward that was the best we have played since Brad Sandeman and I took over.

"The ball was held up very well, the wide players really had an impact and all three guys who played at centre midfield at some point in the game scored. Both full backs had assists too.

"Frankly, our third goal was exceptional, and was something we have worked on in training. It was a good 20-pass move. At a couple of points we could have just hit the ball long, but we kept it, kept moving them around until we found space, and then delivered a cross for Drew crush to head home running late into the box.

"My only disappointment was the attendance. We scored six the week before, and have had a good FA Cup run - yet there was only 86 in the ground! We really need the town to come out and support us. We are on the brink here of having a very exciting side.”

The two sides meet again, in the FA Carlsberg Vase First Round, at Gay Dawn Farm tomorrow.

Tony Sitford’s young side sent out a warning for anybody treating them with less than full respect when they crushed Ash United in the previous round of the competition 5-1.

“We won't allow any complacency to happen - and if it does players will find themselves sat next to me on the bench pretty quickly,” Larkin promised ahead of the encounter.

“It’s very important that we put in a good performance and progress in the FA Vase this year. Could we win the FA Cup? No. Can we do well in the FA Vase? Why not?

“We keep trying to drill it into the boys that they won't have to play anyone from a higher league, so if the draw is kind to us then there is no reason why we can't have a good run. That would be priceless in terms of raising the profile if the club which is so important.”

All the same, Larkin has no major injury worries at the start of the month. “Everyone is fit,” he reports.
“Jon and Mike Lord have gone to Tonbridge Invicta to get some games under their belts, and Steve Ashmore has gone to Rusthall for the same reason. Other than that, we’re at full strength currently.”

VCD ATHLETIC boss Ricky Bennett says his table-topping side aren’t playing at their best - ahead of tomorrow’s FA Carlsberg Vase trip to Sussex County League side Wick.

Bennett, who was speaking to www.kentishfootball.co.uk said:
“To be honest it’s a break from the League and it’s an away day on a coach, which is something that I used to enjoy when I played, as it’s good for team/club spirit with a bit of banter flying around - only if you get the right result though!

“On the playing front, yes, we’re top of the league at the moment, but that means nothing to me at this stage of the season and we haven’t really been at our best over the last few weeks so I’m hoping this kick-starts our good form again.

“Obviously I’ve found out a bit about Wick and I know their at the wrong end of the table at present, but league form goes out of the window in any Cup competition, doesn’t it?

“All I hope is that we turn up with the right attitude, put in a good shift, get the right result and we go into the draw for the next round and hopefully go on to have a good run in the competition.”