1st Team

BLAKEMORE SAVES HAYES BLUSHES

Saturday 26th April:
Nuneaton Griff 2 - 2 Heath Hayes

In Heath Hayes' final league game of the season a late equaliser from veteran Justin Blakemore gave them a share of the points away at Nuneaton. A poor game spoilt by an embarrassing playing surface also saw a penalty from Barber which meant the game ended in stalemate.
(More details in 'Match Reports')
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FIVE STAR HASELEY GIVES HAYES WIN

Tuesday 22nd April:
Heath Hayes 7 - 2 Massey Ferguson

Heath Hayes made amends for their cup exit against Massey Ferguson, with a convincing league win against the same side. Five goals from striker Ben Haseley, as well as a first goal for the club from Neil Hudson, and a James Barber penalty completed the win for the home team.
(Full details in 'Match Reports' section)
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ANOTHER BIG SCALP FOR HAYES

Saturday 19th April:
Heath Hayes 3 - 1 Southam United

Heath Hayes took their second big scalp in a week when they defeated third placed Southam United at the Coppice Colliery Ground. A first half goal from Alan Haycock combined with a Barber penalty and a Deakin strike gave Hayes the point in a solid, battling performance.
(Details in 'Match Reports' section)
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HAYES PUT DENT IN TITLE HOPES

Tuesday 15th April:
Heath Hayes 2 - 1 Highgate United

Heath Hayes played their part in the title run-in, as well as boosting their chances of a top-half finish with a win against league leaders Highgate United. Although the visitors had several chances, Hayes converted theirs through Wallis and Deakin in the second half.
(More details in 'Match Reports' section)
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STALEMATE AT HEATHER

Saturday 12th April:
Heather St. John 2 - 2 Heath Hayes

Heath Hayes returned to league action only with a days rest under their belt after their midweek cup exploits. With players struggling with fatigue and injuries, Hayes put together a spirited performance to gain a share of the points. Goals from Deakin and Haseley were the high points for Hayes.
(Full details in 'Match Reports')
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JUBILANT SCENES AS HAS MAKE FINAL!

Thursday 10th April:
Walsall Senior Cup Semi-Final
Heath Hayes 3 - 2 Pelsall Villa (aet)

There were jubilant scenes at the Coppice Colliery Ground on Thursday evening as Heath Hayes won through to the Walsall Senior Cup Final with an extra-time win over local rivals Pelsall Villa. Goals from Checketts and Haycock took the game into extra time, and in the final minute, after a surging Hewitt run, Hayes gained a penalty, which was slotted away by Barber to ignite the celebrations.
(More details in 'Match Reports')
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COMEBACK NOT QUITE ENOUGH

Saturday 5th April:
Barnt Green Spartak 3 - 3 Heath Hayes

Heath Hayes gained just a point this Saturday when a spirited Barnt Green side nearly took all the points. After going three goals down, a second half performance with goals from Blakemore, Barber and Checketts gained Hayes a share of the points.
(More details in 'Match Reports')
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HAYES LEFT LOOKING LIKE APRIL FOOLS

Tuesday 1st April:
Coleshill Town 3 - 2 Heath Hayes

Heath Hayes were looking good for a win bu T*T was no April Fools joke as they ended up losing to high flying Colehill Town. After going two goals up through Checketts and Barber, the visitors could not cope with Coleshill's pace and pressure as they scored two late goals to get the win.
(Details in 'Match Reports' section)
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MISERABLE AWAY DAY

Saturday 29th March:
Continental Star 1 - 1 Heath Hayes

Heath Hayes had to settle for a point when the weather proved the winner in a miserable day in Oldbury. A first half goal for Star was cancelled out by Haycock early in the second period. Both teams had chances but failed to convert in a game spoiled by miserable weather.
(Full report in 'Match Reports' section)
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HAYES KEEP COOL AS WOOD SEE RED

Monday 24th March:
Walsall Wood 1 - 4 Heath Hayes

In a game filled with chaos, Heath Hayes took all the points against local rivals Walsall Wood. A first half goal from Haseley gave Hayes the half-time lead. Walsall Wood then had a player sent off at half-time, then two further red cards in the second half. Hayes took advantage and goals from Haycock, Wallis and Checketts sealed the points, whilst the police had to be called to escort the referee from the ground.
(Full details in 'Match Reports')

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TWO POINTS LOST, NOT ONE POINT GAINED

Saturday 22nd March:
Pilkington 2 - 2 Heath Hayes

Heath Hayes were left rueing a host of missed chances when they drew with Pilkington on Saturday. Deakin's first half goal gave Hayes the half-time lead but two deflected goals in the second half meant Hayes paid the price for earlier missed chances. A strike by Wallis late on gave Hayes a share of the points.
(Full story in 'Match Reports')
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HAYES WIN LOCAL DERBY

Tuesday 18th March:
Heath Hayes 1 - 0 Brocton

Heath Hayes finally pulled a performance out of the bag in their local derby with Brocton. Hayes were solid throughout and a second half goal from Ben Haseley sealed the points for Hayes.
(Full details in 'Match Reports' section)
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BARTLEY GREEN LEAVE HAYES FEELING BLUE

Saturday 15th March:
Heath Hayes 2 - 3 Bartley Green

Heath Hayes were left unhappy and embarrassed after defeat to second from bottom Bartley Green. Goals from Wallis and Winwood were not enough to gain a point. Hayes were poor all over the pitch and Bartley deserved all three points.
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BARBER BRACE SINK COPSEWOOD

Saturday 8th March:
Heath Hayes 4 - 1 Coventry Copsewood

Two goals from James Barber and goals from Checkitts and Haycock helped rescue the points for Heath Hayes after going into the interval a goal down. The second half fightback saw Hayes play all the fooball and come away with the points.
(More details in 'Match Reports')
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HAYES SLIP AT VALE

Saturday 1st March:
Castle Vale 3 - 1 Heath Hayes

Heath Hayes faced a tough task away at a strong Castle Vale side, and decided to take the challenge head on by playing three strikers. It pay dividends early as Hayes took the lead through Haseley, but three second half mistakes led to three Vale goals and a loss for Hayes.
(Full report in 'Match Reports' section)
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MASSEY END CUP DREAMS

Saturday 23rd February:
Heath Hayes 2 - 3 Massey Ferguson

Heath Hayes were dumped out of the Endsleigh Challenge Cup at the hands of Massey Ferguson this weekend. Massey made all the early running taking a two goal lead into half time. Hayes came out fighting and pulled the scores level only for a deflected goal to win the game for the visitors.
(Full report in 'Match Reports')
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STUDENTS TAUGHT A LESSON

Saturday 16th February:
Heath Hayes 2 - 1 Loughborough University

Heath Hayes got back to winning ways against Loughborough University on Saturday. Early goals from Wallis and the in-form Hewitt led the way and some strong defending kept the visitors at bay. The result consolidates Hayes' position within the mid-table.
(Details in 'Match Reports' section)
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TUCK TAKES A BREAK IN DRAW

Saturday 9th February:
Coventry Copsewood 2 - 2 Heath Hayes

Heath Hayes gained a draw in this hard fought game. After being two goals down at half time Hayes battled back well and goals from Haycock and Deakin gained them a point. Another serious injury setback saw vice-captain Andrew Tuck break his leg in a bad challenge around his knee. Tuck is still in hospital awaiting results of scans.
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STAFFS VASE WOE FOR BIRD AND HAYES

Saturday 2nd February:
Heath Hayes 0 - 4 Foley

Heath Hayes went out of the Staffs Vase when they were beaten convincingly by Foley. Hayes played well in patches but inconsistency let Foley in too many times. Hayes also suffered a major blow when Brendan Bird broke his leg in a challenge.
(Full details in 'Match Reports')
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HAYES THROW AWAY THE POINTS

Tuesday 29th January
Heath Hayes 3 - 3 Cadbury Athletic

Heath Hayes lost out on taking all three points on Tuesday night against a determined Cadbury side. Hayes' two goal lead, courtesy of Blakemore, was reduced to 2-1 before half time. The second half saw Hayes score again through Haycock, but some interesting substitutions by Davies and some poor decisions gave Cadbury two late goals to gain a draw.
(More details in 'Match Reports')
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LATE GOALS SEAL WIN

Saturday 26th January
Feckenham 2 - 3 Heath Hayes

After a lengthy break to to recent bad weather Heath Hayes returned to winning ways in the return to action.
A first half goal from Haseley gave Hayes the lead in the first half, but this was cancelled out by a Feckenham goal with 30 mins to play. Late goals from Hewitt and Haycock saved the points for Hayes in what should have been a more comfortable win.
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FIVE MORE FOR HAYES

Saturday 5th January
Heath Hayes 5 - 1 Feckenham

Heath Hayes again ran riot in another good performance on Saturday against Feckenham. Feckenham pressed well and took the lead but goals from Jones, Eatley, Deakin, Haseley and Hewitt were too much for the visitors and Hayes ran out comfortable winners.
(Full details in 'Match Reoprts')
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FIVE-GOAL HAYES BURY THE BADGERS

Tuesday 1st January
Brocton 1 - 5 Heath Hayes

Heath Hayes turned on the style on New Year's Day to beat local rivals Brocton. Five goals from the 'away' side, including two for Haseley and a cracker from Eately, gave Hayes the points in this hard fought game.
Defender Nathan Harper commented after the performance:
"I'm glad we gave them a good doing!"
Hayes must remain confident for the visit of Feckenham on Saturday.
(See 'Match Reports' for more)
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WOOD TOO GOOD!!!

Wednesday 26th December
Heath Hayes 1 - 3 Walsall Wood

Heath Hayes suffered on Boxing day when they were beaten at home by local rivals Walsall Wood. Hayes never got into the game as the visitors ran riot and deserved the win.
(See 'Match Reports')
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BOLEHALL BLUES FOR HAYES

Tuesday 18th December:
Heath Hayes 3 - 4 Bolehall Swifts

Heath Hayes returned to league action with a home loss to Bolehall Swifts. Conceeding three first half goals sealed Hayes destiny while a red for Barber and a late penalty also added to the problems.
(Full report in 'Match Reports')
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HAYES BUCKED OFF OUT OF THE VASE

Saturday 8th December:
Long Buckby 3 - 2 Heath Hayes
(FA Vase)

Heath Hayes were finally dumped out of the FA Vase in the 3rd round this weekend. Goals from Wallis and Haycock were not enough to prevent Hayes going down by a single goal in a mud-bath in Northamptonshire.
(Full report in 'Match Reports')
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HEWITT AND HASELEY DOUBLE ACT

Saturday 1st December:
Heath Hayes 4 - 0 Brereton Social

Heath Hayes were too strong for Brereton Social on Saturday when they gave their local rivals are four goal beating to get back to winning ways. Two goals a piece for Ben Haseley and Richie Hewitt was enough to move Hayes up to 13th in the league.
(Details in 'Match Reports')
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CHASETOWN TOO STRONG FOR HAYES

Thursday 2th November:
Chasetown 5 - 0 Heath Hayes

Heath Hayes were well beaten in their Walsall Senior cup clash against local rivals Chasetown. Hayes were playing their 2nd game in three days, and the team from two leagues above them showed their class. Hayes worked tirelessly throughout and can be proud of their efforts.
(Full details in 'Match Reports').
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CUP SUCCESS AT ECCLESHALL

Highlights from the Staffordshire Vase game at Eccleshall, click on the video below:


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GUESTBOOK

There is now a Message-board on the website. Click on GUESTBOOK under the 'MORE STUFF' heading and register yourself so you can leave messages on the site!

Great chance to get some banter going so get involved whether you are a player, supporter or committee member!
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PREDICTION SHEETS

The season will begin again soon and that means the selling of Prediction Sheets once again.
Hopefully, with the formation of the Junior sides, even more revenue can be made for the club.

Prediction sheets help immensly with the running of the club and all money made directly benefits you as players and supporters alike. So please work hard again, as we are sure you will, as every penny counts!
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MATCH REPORTS:

Anyone interested in writing match reports for the club website please speak to a member of the committee as soon as possible.
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CLUB WEBSITE

Anyone interested in contributing to the website then please speak to a member of the committee.
Any help is greatfully recieved!
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HEATH HAYES F.C.

Presidents: John Deans & John Weldon

Vice Presidents: Reg Maiden, Barry Deans & Derek Baseley

Chairman: Paul Mallen

Vice Chairman: Ian Davies

Secretary: Kathlyn Davies

Match Secretary: David Law

Treasurer: Graham Bernard

Committe Members: Sheila Mallen, Stephen Llewellyn, Brendan Gore

Manager: Simon Davies

Assisstant Manager: Geraint Jones

Ball Boy: Joe Matthews