Chichester lads are pride of Lions in international tournament

On an extraordinarily wet evening at Oaklands Way, more than 100 spectators attended the International Lions Club Cup first round match between the representatives of the Lions clubs of Chichester and Guildford.

Chichester City Youth and Meadowsport Boys had been asked to represent their cities and both teams enjoyed the invitation to use the Chichester City FC facilities.

In atrocious weather, both teams had to adjust to the conditions – something Guildford did more readily as they took a 4-0 lead into half-time.

To Chichester’s credit, they persevered and a consolation goal would have been an appropriate reward for their determination and never-say-die endeavour.

It was not to be, however, and Guildford progressed to the next round when they will entertain Littlehampton Lions Club.

Both teams enjoyed the post-match Lions Club hospitality in the Oaklands Park clubhouse.

Chichester manager Andy Wild said: “It was a huge compliment to be asked to represent the Chichester Lions Club in such a prestigious competition. The boys have really enjoyed the occasion.

“They feel very proud to have represented their city and to have played in front of one of the biggest crowds seen at Oaklands this season. On their behalf I’d like to thank everyone who made this such a memorable evening.”

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Bognor Regis Town Colts 3 Summerley Park Rangers 7

Summerley progressed to the semi-final of the Challenge Cup with probably their best-ever performance to beat holders Bognor Colts 7-3.

A goal-line clearance from Summerley on 20 minutes from a Bognor corner seemed to spur on Summerley and shortly afterwards, Rafferty converted a through-ball from Millard.

Three minutes later, Summerley were awarded a free-kick just outside their own area. Worsley stepped up and struck the ball nearly the length of the pitch straight into the Bognor goal.

Mepham scored two more for Summerley, who were playing superb counter-attacking football with good work from Tilley-Griffin on the right.

Bognor came out for the second half determined to get back into it and after ten minutes got one back through Horncastle.

Rafferty and V Smith scored for Summerley and there were two more for Bognor, making it 6-3.

Summerley keeper Sargeant was equal to any shots at goal Bognor managed. Summerley midfielders Kilhams, Millard and Hayes contained any further threat from Horncastle.