League and Cup Double

Winterton Rangers capped a superb season by clinching the Northern Counties East League title and the League Cup.

On May 5th Rangers won the League Cup with a 3-1 win against Parkgate at Staveley's Inkersall Road Ground.

In a very tight game Rangers took the lead through Andy Holt to hold a 1-0 half time lead. Blasting out at the start of the second half Winterton went further ahead again through Holt. Parkgate then put Rangers under sustained pressure and grabbed one back from a Gavin Allott penalty.

Both sides missed great chances before Danny Clarke converted a penalty late on to take Rangers safely to the final whistle.

Final Game

Wintertons last game of the season at Thackley was a three quarter pace affair that had Rangers on top for most of the game. Dave Ricardo opened the scoring on 12mins. before Bob Northen grabbed a late goal that made him the leading scorer in the league and Rangers a 2-0 win.

The only down side was the injury to Lee Mohammed who has possibly torn ankle ligaments, which will rule him out of a place in the Cup Final on Monday. Also Andy Holt and Phil Jackson were subbed as a precaution when the bobbling pitch looked to be a problem.

Bizarrely, Rangers keeper Ben Simpson had to replace Mohammed in the side, up front and twice went close to scoring.

Entrance Prices for the Cup Final have been set at £4 and £2 for Monday 5th May at Staveley.

Winterton romp at Home

Rangers final home game of the season saw Maltby visit West Street, only to leave on the end of a 6-1 defeat. Andy Holt grabbed his second hat-trick of the season amid goals from Danny Clarke, Dave Watson and Rob Northen. Daniel Reilly pulled one back for the visitors.

Normal service is now resumed

Problems with my computer has caused a delay in updating the site, my apologies.

So whilst I've been away Rangers lost at Pickering (2-0)with a much changed side and frankly deserved a draw on chances alone. then a below par performance at Shirebrook saw another defeat even though Rangers took the lead inside a minute.(1-2) Before Rangers returned to winning ways with a thumping 5-2 win at Liversedge.

Rangers won the league with a 4-1 win at Brodsworth, and a hat-trick from local lad Andy Holt and a goal from fans favourite Dave Ricardo.

League Cup Final Details Revealed

The date and venue of this year's NCEL League Cup Final have been revealed.

Parkgate and Winterton Rangers will contest the season finale at Staveley Miners Welfare's Inkersall Road ground.

It takes place on Monday the 5th of May with a 3pm kick-off.

A Bus is being arranged for supporters, please register your interest on the club answer phone

Rangers lose at Nostell

Winterton travelled to Nostell without Steve Robinson, Rob Northen and Dave Watson and lost Adam Deakin to injury after 13mins. Somewhat hesitant defending allowed Nostell in for both their goals. Andy Holt grabbed one back with a stunning 25 yard drive. And the game ended controversially (see match report).

Title moves closer

Winterton entertained Long Eaton Utd. in a wind affected game at West Street, finally coming out with a 4-2 win with a brace from Andy Holt, an og and a Dave Ricardo bicycle kick. But the big news from elsewhere was the loss of Glapwell at home to Maltby and Pickering drawing at Mickleover. It means Rangers need 6 points from the remaining 7 games.

Semi-Final Hoodoo over

Winterton finally feached a cup final. Afetr losing two others recently Rangers booked their place in the final of the League Cup with a penalties win against Hallam at West Street. After falling behind on 10mins when a free kick sneaked past a poorly set up wall, Rangers huffed and puffed but got back on terms on 37mins. The game ended 1-1 aet. To penalties and Rangers converted four (Northen, Clarke, Would Holt) to Hallams two (Sub Ben Simpson saved the first) and to a final against either Parkgate or Barton T.

Bank Holiday fixtures

Rangers travel to Liversedge on saturday before Hallam visit West street on Easter Monday in a 3pm kick off in the League Cup.

Return to form

Winterton bounced back from the lincs cup defeat with a 1-4 win at Mickleover Sports in a entertaining game which could have seen more goals either way in this open encounter. Goals from Northen, Watson (2) and Holt brought Rangers back from a goal down.

Rangers bow out

Winterton went out of the Lincs Senior A Cup with a 1-0 defeat at Blackstones in a poor game in Sth. Lincs. Rangers were unhappy with the standard of the officials but didn't make many chances either, so another semi-final defeat for Rangers.

Three points at Home

A wind affected game at West street saw Rangers edge past Sth. Normanton 1-0 with Rob Northen grabbing his 38th goal of the season. it stretched Winterton's unbeaten record to 19 games in the league. An interesting fact, Rangers havn't lost a league game at home since Nostell beat us on the 31st March 2007. and including that game have only lost one at home in 37 league games. not a bad record. (Match report to follow)

A win at the Welfare

A 3-0 win at Glasshoughton, looks on paper to be a comfortable result for Rangers against the bottom side, but in strong winds Rangers huffed and puffed for most of the game. Winterton went ahead from a contentious header from Matt Plant that took the ball from the hands of ex-Ranger Dane Whittleston giving our boys the impetous to finish the game strongly with Watson feeding Northen for a brace that made the result comfortable.

Trio look to return

Nigel Croad gained fitness to be available for the Game at his previous club Glasshoughton on Saturday. Judd Colley was given a work-out by Mark Brady prior to kick off and it was nice to see Dave Ricardo trotting around after his recent repetitive strain injury.

League Cup Victory

Winterton came away from Selby with a resounding win in the league cup quarter final 0-5 Goals from Northen, Catton, Plant and penalties from Clarke and Jackson scored in an impressive display from a team with four changes from saturday.

Winterton go further ahead

Winterton moved further ahead of nearest rivals Glapwell with a thumping 7-1 home win against Eccleshill Utd. Northen 4 Holt 2 & Dave Watson's 3rd in 4 games. Match report to follow.

Rangers form continues

After an excellent 2-2 draw against Glapwell Rangers visted Parkgate and came away with a good 3-0 win to extend their lead at the top of the division as Glapwell's game was postponed. See match report.

Out of the cup

A Depleted Rangers went out of the Presidents cup at the semi-final stage with a 0-1 defeat. Winterton missed a string of chances before Liversedge garabbed a goal late on to fix a berth in the Final against Armthorpe.

Good week for Rangers

Its been a great week for Winterton Rangers, first Rangers beat local rivals Hall Road Rangers 5-1 in the League cup (Catton 2, Northen, Plant, Whitehouse) before travelling to Armthorpe and league action. Rangers played very well and came out 3-0 victors (Holt 2, Northen). With Glapwell drawing at home to Glasshoughton, Rangers moved 5 points clear at the top of the Premier. Winterton play Thackley on Wednesday before Glapwell visit West street next saturday.

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Football back at Last

Winterton returned to action after a fortnight off due to the weather. The trip to Arnold Town produced a 2-1 win with a brace from Rob Northen, coming back from a goal down. See match report.

The weather the winner

No football for Winterton this week, Wenesdays home tie in the League Cup against Hall Road Rangers and Saturdays away trip to Mickleover Sports were both postponed due to Waterlogged pitches. And what will be a great disappointment to the Rangers faithful is the news that Mark Whitehouse has left Rangers for Unibond side Ossett Albion, following Andy Catton.

Winterton Battle out a Draw with Selby

Rangers drew 2-2 with Selby Town in an entertaining game at West Street. Rob Northen and Phil Jackson scored for Winterton. See Match Report.

Winterton entertain Hall Road in the league cup at West street on Wednesday evening.

Rangers go back to the top

Winterton Removed from the FA Vase

Winterton Rangers travelled to London today for the FA Appeal hearing held at Soho Square.

The FA charge that Winterton played Rob Northen in the FA Vase tie against Pickering Town on the eighth of December whilst suspended was upheld. Winterton Rangers were removed from the competition and Pickering Town were reinstated.

The FA panel accepted WRFC had not deliberately attempted to breach any rule, and as such the FA Panel did not impose any Fine or cost of the hearing on WRFC. 

Dave Crowder, WRFC Chairman who led the delegation said…

“Although we are disappointed with the outcome of today’s hearing, we accept the FA ruling. We apologise to the ‘team’ and supporters and thank them all for their support and understanding during what has been a difficult time for us all. ….An internal enquiry has taken place within the club, and lessons have been learned.”

“We still have much to play for with our exciting young side still in all domestic cup competitions and flying high in the league and whilst this incident is prominent at the moment it does not take away the players outstanding performances in the NCEL Premier division this season.

Our season and 2008 ironically starts with an away game against our friends at Pickering Town, who we wish every success in the next round of the FA Vase.”

Pitch inspection for Pickering game

There will be a pitch inspection on saturday morning prior to the game against Winterton Rangers.

Winterton see out 2007 with a bang

Winterton played the last game of 2007, comprehensively beating Hallam 6-0 at West St. goald from Ricardo, Clarke(2), Northen,Holt and Archer. see match report.

Winterton Rangers have been charged by the FA with fielding an ineligable player in the FA Vase game against Pickering Town. Winterton have been offered, and taken the opportunity to have a personal hearing in London on January 4th 2008.

Rangers sneak past Lincoln

Winterton won 2-0 in the Boxing day derby at West st. Adam Deakin and Danny Clarke the scorers. See match report.

Winterton win at Hallam

Rangers gave full league debut's to Jonathan Haigh, Nathan Would and Nigel Croad played his first game at Centre back. Rangers were also without leading scorer Rob Northen in a 3-0 win.

Winterton v Thackley 15.12.07

The game was called off this morning due to a frozen pitch.

FA Vase Draw

Monday saw the next round of the FA Vase drawn in London. Winterton have been drawn away at either Merstham (South of London) or VT (from around the Southampton area). To be played on Saturday 19th January 2008.

Wednesday cup tie off

Wintertons Presidents Cup tie against Liversedge was called off after the the pitch was considered unplayable on Wednesday morning. Heavy rain during Saturdays Vase game made a mess of the pitch and the following frost has made it impossible to play on.

Into the Last 32

Winterton made the last 32 of the FA Vase with a 2-1 win against Pickering Town at West Street, goals from Rob Northen and Danny Clarke. See Match report.

Rangers draw at Glapwell

Rangers visit to high fliers Glapwell ended in a draw against the ten-man Notts outfit. Glapwells keeper was shown a second yellow after bringing down Lee Mohammed in an awful challenge on the edge of the box that should have seen straight red. Glapwell took the lead with a sneaky corner that took Rangers unawares on 26mins. Ben Simpson made two good saves in the first half and Rangers missed a number of chances to draw level. Danny Clarke finally fired in from 20 yards in first half stoppage time.

Winterton dominated the second half as Glapwell drew narrow and gave away a string of fouls the referee seemed unable to identify. Simpson was again very sharp to produce two great saves as Glapwell broke clear. Winterton didn't really make the most of their man advantage but had a clear hand ball turned away by a poor referee. 1-1

Andy Catton leaves West Street

The Rangers favourite has left West Street for pastures new this week, joining Unibond side Ossett Albion. Although disappointed with his decision, all at Winterton wish him the very best.

Five past Shirebrook

Rangers good form continued with a convincing 5-0 home victory against Shirebrook. See match report.

Winterton win into the County Cup Semi's

Rangers made the short trip to Barton without skipper Steve Robinson, Rob Northen and Andy Holt. Bartons Gary Dickinson was sent off after 15mins leaving the Old boys to play with 10-men for the rest of the game. Danny Clarke put Rangers into the lead only to be pegged back by a Craig Burdick goal. Extra time saw Dave Ricardo give Rangers the lead only for a defensive error gift Barton an equaliser. Lee Mohammed grabbed a brace in the last period of extra time to give Rangers a semi-final berth.

Winterton come from behind to win

Rangers had to come from 2 goals down to win 4-2 at home to Brodsworth. The win lifts them up to second in the league. See Match Report.

Rangers stay unbeaten at home

Winterton entertained Nostell for the second time in a fortnight at West street last night coming out 3-0 victors. Starting without both Andy Holt and Rob Northen Rangers raced into a 3-0 lead within 14 minutes. Danny Clarke (9) Steve Underwood(11) and Lee Mohammed(14). Winterton play Brodsworth at home on Saturday.

Vase win at Bootle

Rangers won through to the next round of the FA Vase in a rip-roaring cup tie at Bootle. An indifferent first half going in 1-0 down was turnd round to 3-1 with goals from Northen, Holt and Whitehouse looked to have sealed it for Winterton before Bootle striker Andy Fowler grabbed a brace including the equaliser in stoppage time. Extra time saw Andy Holt seal the win. 3-4.....Rangers play NOSTELL on Wednesday

Great Week for Rangers

After Winterton hammered Glasshoughton 7-0 in midweek with a hat trick for Mark Whitehouse, they finished with a 4-0 win against Nostell in the League cup on Saturday with a brace for Andy Holt.

Andy Holt .........Mark Whitehouse

Two home games this week

Rangers entertain Glsshoughton on Wednesday (7.45) in the league and then Nostell in the League Cup on Saturday. Also Note the game against Brodsworth on the 24th Nov. is now to be played at West Street due to floodlighting issues at Broddy.

Rangers slump to 2nd Away Defeat

Winterton put in a disappointing performance against the physical and direct Long Eaton Utd to go down 2-0.

Presidents Cup

Rangers moved into the last four of the Presidents Cup with a 4-0 win against Sth. Normanton on Wednesday evening.Northen (2) Catton and Plant the scorers. Saturday Rangers travel to Long Eaton Utd.

Rangers go level on top as Leaders lose.

Winterton responded well to last weeks defeat to beat third placed Liversedge 3-2 at West St. in a tough enounter. Rangers injury ravaged side against a side unbeaten in 6 leagur outings. Rangers now face a presidents cup tie at home against Sth. Normanton on Wednesday evening.(k/o 7.45)

Winterton's unbeaten start in the league ends

Rangers travelled to bottom side Lincoln Moorlands Railway and recieved a rude awakening in a 3-0 defeat in a poor performance that Lincoln deserved to win on workrate along. Back to the drawing board for one or two players.

Rangers Superb at Sth. Normanton

Winterton played some of the best football of their season at Sth. Normanton coming away with a 1-5 win to narrow the gap at the top of the table. Andy Holt(2)Andy Catton, Matt Plant and Steve Underwood scored in this one-sided affair.

Rangers U14 Girls hit six

Wayne Turtle's young ladies form continues to impress in this great win against a side from Lincoln - more to follow.

Lincs Senior A Cup win

Rangers btravelled the short distance to Lincoln Moorlands, well most of them did, at kick-off time Rangers only had 8 players as 4 players were stuck in traffic. when two appeared the game started with Rangers fielding only 10 players. And bossed the game taking the lead through Rob Northen on 22mins.

Winterton were at full strength when Northen made it 0-2 with a superb individual goal. Into the second halfand a atrong Danny Clarke run and back heel allowed Andy Catton to fire home from the edge 59mins, and Clarke playing up front finished the scoring ten minutes later with a clinical finish off the inside of the post. 4-0

The next round see's Rangers visit Barton Town OB.

FA Vase Draw

Rangers have been drawn away against Bootle (Liverpool) on Saturday 17th November. Bootle play in the North West Counties League 2nd Division and beat AFC Emley 2-0 in the previous round.

Northen nicks it

Winterton went through to the 2nd round of the FA Vase with a last gasp penalty from Rob Northen against Northern league side Thornaby. Rangers dominated the second half but couldn't find the finishing touch until Northen was brought down on 90 mins. See match report

Winterton Rangers Ladies and Girls U14 page has now been updated.

Lincoln Moorlands v WintertonRangers

Winterton travel to Lincoln Moorlands on Wednesday 10th Oct NOT Tuesday 9th as previously advertised.

Rangers Win in Nine goal thriller

Winterton beat Arnold Town at West Street on Wed. night 6-3 with a brace each for Matt Plant and Andy Catton. Rangers raced into a 4-0 lead in the first half(Catton22,Plant27,Northen28,Catton31).

But Arnold showed commitment when other teams may have folded and pulled two back through the Impressive ex-Middlesboro striker Chris Freestone(43,59) grabbing a brace either side of half time.(4-2) Arnold had the better of the first 25 mins of the second half but Rangers still had goals in them.

Goals went in tit for tat to keep Winterton ahead. (5-2)Plant (71) (5-3) Gadsby (77) (6-3) Underwood (90)

Winterton Rangers U16 go top

Dave Key's U16 side sit proudly at the top of the U16 Premier league after two games, an emphatic 22-0 win against newly formed Parkwood Trinity set the pace.

Unbeaten run continues....

Rangers visit to Bradford and Eccleshill Utd. resulted in a comfortable 3-0 win. A brace for Rob Northen and one for Mark Whitehouse secured the points. Rangers also gave a debut to Adam Deakin from Frickley and Nathan Would, ex Grimsby Junior.

Rangers Bash the Bishops

Winterton's third visit to the North-East in the FA vase saw Rangers defeat Bishop Auckland 2-4 in an entertaining game full of mistakes and goals. The blues fell behind after 5minutes but were 3 up after 20, as Andy Holt produced his best performance of the season, and grabbed a brace. Meanwhile Lincoln Moorlands drew at Ely so our Lincs county cup game on Tuesday is now postponed.

Winterton to host Hull City Reserves

Rangers are delighted to announce an agreement has been made with Championship side Hull City to host six evening matches for the Tigers reserve side up to Christmas.

Rangers Bow out of the FA Cup

Rangers second visit to the North East saw rangers go down 3-2. In a poor performance Rangers only really turned up in a twenty minute spell in the second half when already 3-1 down. It was Pete Daniel's teams first defeat of the season and very disappointing.

Rangers make it eight straight

Rangers won their eighth consecutive game, with a 3-0 defeat of Armthorpe. Armthorpe had long spells of posession but created very few openings. Rangers scored early on through Lee Mohammed (7) and then came strong in the last quarter. Rob Northen (52) grabbed his 7th of the season even though he had recieved a head injury moments before and was subbed soon after. Danny Clarke completed the scoring on 88 minutes with a penalty.

Rangers busy start continues

Rangers entertain Armthorpe MW on Wednesday, 7.45 k/o back in the league before travelling to the North-East for another two consecutive Saturadys in the FA Cup and Vase to play West Auckland and Bishop Auckland respectively.

Northen strikes Ryton time.

Rob Northen struck a second half hat-trick for Rangers in the FA Vase trip to Ryton to book a place in the second round.

Alf Smith Awarded

Winterton's Treasurer and Groundsman Alf Smith and his assistants, Jeg Sewell and Dave Crowder were invited to the National Groundsman of the Year Awards for 2007 held this week at Windsor Racecourse. At the champaign luncheon recieved a plaque and rated highly commendable as one of eight clubs at our level (steps 5 & 6) from throughout the country.

Rangers cross another Bridge

Winterton's great start to the season continued with another home win. Rangers entertained Worsbrough Bridge in the Presidents Cup and came out 3-1 victors with goals from Lee Mohammed and Steve Underwood and an own goal. Rangers now look to the weekend for the trip to Ryton in the FA Vase.

Winterton Win again

Rangers went through to the first round of the FA cup with a 1-0 win against Morpeth Town. But it wasn't plain sailing, Morpeth saw plenty of posession but lacked the killer touch in front of goal. Rangers had their chances too and Andy Catton finally took one on 50mins. to ease past their Northern league opposition. Rangers will have to visit either Wakefield or West Aukland who drew.

FA Cup day

Rangers entertain Morpeth Town on saturday in the preliminary round of the FA cup. The winners will take a trip to either Wakefield or West Aukland in the next round. Pete Daniel is hoping to welcome back Craig Sharpless and James Atkinson from injury.

Rangers run continues

Winterton won their first away day of the season at fancied Selby Town with a Lee Mohammed strike late in the second half to steal the points. Selby dominated but Rangers keeper Ben Simpson made three great saves. Rangers injury list is growing is the only down side. Atkinson, Whitehouse, Sharpless were unvailable tonight.

Rangers go second

Wintertons great start to the season continued when they came from behind to beat Mickleover Sports 3-1 at West Street. Dave Ricardo coming off the bench to grab an equaliser from fellow sub Billy Green. Match report to follow. Other scorers, Northen and Clarke both from penalties.

Bank Holiday

Rangers holiday weekend starts with the visit of Mickleover Sports on Saturday, for what is epected to be a tought encounter against a side that finished 7th in the prem last term. Bank Holiday monday see's Winterton on their travels for the first time this season with the short trip to Selby Town and another top ten side last year (5th)

FA Cup win against Armthorpe Welfare

Rangers go into the next round after beating Armthorpe at West Street 3-2 (see match report) Now Rangers will face Morpeth at home in a fortnight.

Unfortunately, Rangers favourite Mark Whitehouse fractured his cheekbone in a collision with Ben Simpson and was taken to hospital during the game. He is expected to be out for six weeks.

Win against old rivals

Rangers beat a Parkgate side including Steve Ward. Dave Ricardo grabbed a brace and Rob Northen opened his account for the season.

Opening Day Draw at Home

Rangers were held to a goalless draw at home (11/8/07) against fancied Pickering Town, Rangers edged posession in a keenly fought tie and felt there was a clear penalty decision turned down by the referee, at the other end Ben Simpson made a superb Banks-like save just past the half hour to keep the visitors at bay.

Here We Go

Its finally here, Opening Day. Rangers first game in the NCEL Premier for the first time in a fair few years

Friendlies end with win
Rangers entertained a young Scunthopre side in a high tempo game that Rangers edged with a 1-0 win with man of the moment Rob Northen grabbing a goal made by new signing Phil Jackson who has impressed during this pre-season.

Rangers Lose at Home 01/08/07
In an entertaining friendly at West street, Rangers lost 4-5 to visiting unibond side Bridlington T. See match report for more detail.

Friendlies
mix up meant Monday evenings game against Staveley didn't go ahead. And a change of fixture see's a Scunthorpe Utd. Xl come to West street on Saturday to add to Wednesdays home game against Bridlington T.

Rangers Ladies
Winterton R Ladies enjoyed a training weekend last weekend that was supported by Two England Internationals and open to the public. More to follow....

Jan Molby
Last Friday's sportsmans dinner with guest speaker, ex-Liverpool midfielder Jan Molby was a great success and we hope will not be the last of these evens.

FA Vase and FA Cup
Rangers have a home draw in the FA Cup this season, fellow NCEL Premier side Armthorpe Welfare on Sat. 18th Aug. But in the Vase we have to travel to Northern league side Ryton on the 8th Sept. There will be a bus for this game.

WE'RE NOW ON BOARD
The new web site has, as you can see been here a little while but has had one or two teething problems, (i.e. I don't know whaT i'm doing) But we hope we are on track to keep you informed as the season progresses. Please contact us if you have any suggestions.

09th July 2007 - Pre-Season Friendlies
Find Rangers pre-season friendlies on the fixtures page, but be quick as they start next week.

Grimsby, Hull, Pontefract, Bridlington and Tadcaster are arranged to prepare the side for open day on Aug. 11th.
13th May 2007 - Team Photo
The team photo taken before the Yorkshire Amateur game can be downloaded here. (Right Click, Save Target As...)
For those without broadband beware - its around 2Mb.

4th May 2007 - Winterton boss set to look local (Scunthorpe Evening Telegraph)
If Scunthorpe United manager Nigel Adkins thought he had a busy summer in the offing, he should try swapping places with Pete Daniel. The Winterton boss also guided his side to promotion last weekend - with a rip-roaring 11-0 victory over Yorkshire Amateur.But rather than looking forward to a summer holiday in sunnier climes, Daniel says this is where the hard work starts.

"It never stops," he said. "Summer is my busiest time of year. "We have had confirmation that Hull City will again play us here on July 18.

"And we have approached Scunthorpe United and Grimsby Town. I know Mariners' boss Alan Buckley so I am hopeful they will come and play us. "With the facilities we have here now, and the pitch, which nobody will beat by mid-July, we are open to offers from professional teams. "But first and foremost we would like the local teams to come and play us." Once the pre-season opposition is confirmed, Daniel can look to invite new players for trials.

With just one Wintonian in the squad - joint-top scorer Andy Holt - Daniel would like to add to the town's contingent at West Street. "The more local players, the better," he added. "I know there are other lads from the town who are playing at Brigg or Scunthorpe, and maybe that's because of a better standard, work hours, or just because their mates play there. "But I will be inviting players in for pre-season training, just as the local teams will no doubt be looking at my players. "But with promotion and the facilities here I hope I can attract some new quality as well as re-signing the current squad."