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Dave Hall and Jude MacDonald have announced their squad for the SEESFA league match vs Hampshire

Hampshire Squad

With our cup final season now approaching we have listed all the details below:

All Finals will be played at Culver Road, Lancing the home of Sussex County FA.

Wednesday 27th April

U12 Boys Dorothy Stringer vs Oakmeeds 5pm KO

U12 Girls William Parker vs Durrington 7:45pm KO

Friday 29th April

U19 Ladies (League) BHASVIC vs Collyers 5pm KO

U19 Mens (2nd XI Cup) Worthing vs St Pauls 7:45pm KO

Tuesday 3rd May

U13 Boys The Forest vs Downlands 5pm KO

U15 Boys Hazlewick vs Warden Park 7:45pm KO

Wednesday 4th May

U14 Boys Hove Park vs Blatchington Mill 5pm KO

U16 Boys Hove Park vs The Priory 7:45pm KO

Friday 6th May

U19 Ladies (Cup) BHASVIC vs Worthing 5pm KO

U19 Mens (1st XI Cup) Worthing vs Thomas Bennett 7:45pm KO

Wednesday 11th May

U14 Girls Warden Park vs Dorothy Stringer 5pm KO

U16 Girls Warden Park vs Durrington 7:45pm KO

Friday 13th May

Under 19 Mens St Pauls vs Felpham 5pm KO

This season for the first time our County Cup Finals are being filmed by Football Exclusives. They will all be filmed in HD quality with live commentary. Pre-order your DVD on the link below for a discounted price.

SSFA Football Exclusive Final Recordings

Wednesday 27th of April saw our first County Cup Finals held at Culver Road, Lancing the home of Sussex County FA.

First up we had the Under 12 girls play out a goal fest of a final with Oakmeeds triumphing 3-2 on the night against Dorothy Stringer. Oakmeeds went 1-0 up through Alisha Mainwaring only for Dorothy Stringer to pull one back through Lacey Fowler. Lacey then grabbed her second of the night to make it 2-1 Dorothy Stringer only for Alisha Mainwaring to score twice making it 3-2 and Alisha securing her hat trick and the match ball. A great game to watch for the neutral with Alisha also picking up the Player of the Match award.

Up next was the turn of the Under 12 boys with William Parker playing against Durrington High. A good final was always on the cards after some excellent results from both schools in previous rounds. William Parker took the lead courtesy of a well worked goal with Ben Ward providing the finish to make it 1-0. This remained the scoreline until half time.  The second half got underway and William Parker doubled their lead through a great finish from outside of the box courtesy of Nathan Corke. Zach Ball managed to get Durrington back in the game making it 2-1 however it was not to be enough for Durrington as the full time whistle goes. William Parker winning 2-1 with Ben Ward winning the Player of the Match award.

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A reminder that both games are available to buy in HD with full commentary from the link below courtesy of Football Exclusives.

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And lastly a thank you to all the staff involved with schools, the staff at SSFA and the staff at Lancing for making it a great night and hosting us.

Up next is BHASVIC vs Collyers in the U19 Ladies Cup and then U19 Mens 2nd XI cup action as Worthing take on St Pauls all at Culver Road with kick offs at 5pm and 7:45pm

After a cracking opening night of our finals campaign our second night on Friday 29th April had a lot to live up to and that it did.

Kicking off the night was BHASVIC vs Collyers in the Under 19 Ladies League. BHASVIC were out the blocks quickly and took an early lead through Molly Miller in the 7th minute of the game and very quickly doubled their lead through Billie Philpot just under 2 minutes later. The score remained 2-0 despite some good football Collyers as both sides headed into the tunnel for half time.  During the second half neither team could beat the opposing goalkeeper despite both sides going close. The full time whistle went and the score was 2-0 BHASVIC. Player of the Match award went to BHASVIC’s Ellie Ramsauer.

Up next we had the Men’s U19 2nd XI cup with Worthing playing St Paul.  The game started with a fast pace and after 11 minutes the deadlock was broken with Worthing taking the lead through Conor Bull. This score remaimed until the 4th minute when Eli Amoo was released into the box and cooly slotted into the bottom left hand corner. The half time whistle came next with Worthing leading 2-0. Both sides continued to press and you felt a goal would be coming soon and that it did 20 minutes into the second half with Eli Amoo grabbing his second and Worthing’s 3rd. That was the end of the scoring and the full time whistle was blown with Worthing taking the spoils 3-0.

A reminder that highlights of all the games can be purchased in HD with full commentary from football exclusives on the link below.

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And lastly a thank you to all the staff involved in making it a great night including those at the colleges, the staff at SSFA and the staff at Sussex County FA

Up next on Tuesday 2nd May is The Forest vs Downlands in the Under 13 Boys final followed by Hazlewick vs Warden Park in the Under 15 boys

After a fantastic season for rep sides at Sussex Schools FA all eyes turned towards the U16 Boys who were first up to play their final before the U18 Men play on Monday 9th May in Birmingham (National Cup) and the U15 Boys play on Tuesday 17th May in Fulham (South East England League Final).
This U16 squad started together at U14 where they reached the National Cup Final in their first year. They followed this up by going on to make the South East England Final the following year at U15. Both times they lost out to Essex. With 8 academy signed players leaving the squad at U16 the squad had to be largely re-built including the whole starting back four and goal keeper. It was clear from the start of the season that despite a lot of change the quality and spirit remained. Indeed the target laid out for them in the first game was to reach the final at the second time of asking (there is no National Cup at U15).
This team had to put aside some very strong opponents throughout the knockout stages and after receiving a bye in the first round dispatched Oxfordshire (2-1), Hampshire (4-2), Somerset (2-1) and, after finally getting a home tie, eventually ran out winners against Humberside on penalties to reach the final.
In total there were 19 squad players used throughout the competition and it was a shame that 3 had to miss out on a place. Sat in the changing rooms before the game were eight players from the final two years earlier. The experience taken from that loss was to be decisive throughout this final as they helped to instil confidence amongst those that had joined later on.
The setting for this game was incredible and you couldn’t help but be in awe of the history that graced the changing rooms and stands at The City Ground.
As the game kicked off against North Yorkshire it was clear that it would be tight as both teams tried to shake early nerves. Both sides pressed high into the final thirds maybe wasting too much energy in the wrong areas.
The early chances came from Sussex as they looked to take control of the game but no one could finish it off with efforts going narrowly wide or straight at the keeper.
North Yorkshire began to claw their way back into the game with number 8 Otis Williams leading the charge. Looking dangerous from set pieces and with more height across the team than Sussex there were some nervous moments after giving away needless free kicks. It was the supporters of Sussex who now had to hold their breath.
As the half drew to a close Sussex worked the ball out wide and a clever cross was met by Alfie Rogers who executed a side bicycle kick to perfection only to see the ball rocket towards the top corner and clip the inside of the post. Henri Wilder followed up but couldn’t take the power off the ball to finish and his effort went over the bar.
Half time came and the score remained 0-0. The Sussex team were reminded of the game plan which had largely been forgotten in all the excitement and nerves and they returned to the pitch as determined as ever. Joel Daly, who had been named man of the match in his schools’ national cup final the day before, was replaced by Luke Brodie up front and soon after the second half began Alfie Rogers was replaced by Anesu Sismayi. The two changes gave fresh legs in key areas and it made the difference that was wanted.

Sussex raised the tempo and the nerves seemed to have mostly settled. Sussex were looking the more likely to score as they carved open chances with some clever Football. North Yorkshire were not to be undone so easily. They had been targeting their left channel and Sussex right back Dan Hewett, who had been dealing with everything thrown his way. His intelligent positioning and well timed tackles had broken up many North Yorkshire attacks.
This time, however, they made use of the space left open after a Sussex attack broke down and Otis Williams found himself with a yard of space in possession out wide. He took a touch inside and released a screaming shot over the on looking goal keeper, Lorcan Healy, who could only stand and watch as it whistled in over his head. A ‘worldy’ goal from the flank that Alex Plummer and Dan Hewett had protected so well was going to be the only way they would have any joy on that side. 1-0 to North Yorkshire.
Sussex captain Tom Climpson called the team into a huddle before the restart and it seemed the words he gave to his team mates were inspiring as it wasn’t long before Sussex were creating chances again.
Alex Plummer was replaced by Derrick Kabagozza on the right and Giuseppe Gaute-Lammi, who had given a fantastic performance in the middle of the pitch, was replaced by Sam Hart.
The clock was ticking and the time was now on North Yorkshire’s side as Sussex couldn’t convert their chances.
Sussex won a free kick out wide and Charlie Williamson stepped up to take it. Charlie had put in a tenacious performance up to this point and had been a key player in attack and defence.
Charlie whipped in a clever low cross which was helped across the edge of the six yard box by Fintan Walsh and landed and the feet of substitute Derrick Kabagozza who placed the ball past the keeper to level the score.
After picking up a yellow card for a tactical foul, Henri Wilder made way for Alfie Rogers who returned to the pitch, this time in the centre forward role with Luke Brodie moving to his favoured left side.
The momentum had swung completely in favour of Sussex and it seemed it was only a matter of time before the next goal came. With nothing converted from the promising attacks it looked like extra time would be needed to settle the game as North Yorkshire hung on and looked to counter attack.
A throw on to Sussex deep into opposition territory made its way to Alfie Rogers with his back to goal in the area. With the centre back touch tight Alfie held his ground before turning on his right shoulder quickly. The defender miss-timed his tackle taking Alfie’s legs and not the ball. The penalty was given and Alfie claimed the ball and placed it on the spot. He placed the ball calmly to the keeper’s left sending the keeper the other way. 2-1!
With only four minutes remaining Sussex made their last substitute as man of the match Dan Hewett made way to a standing ovation for his role in protecting the flank that North Yorkshire had targeted and Sam Cash took to the field to help see out the game.
At the final whistle the celebrations erupted and continued pitch side for a long time afterwards. The parents of all the players have been fantastic in their support of the players this season travelling long distances to help push the team on and it was great to celebrate this success with them.
Next up is the U18’s who play Northumberland on Monday and all at Sussex Schools FA will be wishing them well and let’s hope they can bring the trophy back for an incredible Sussex double.

Starting XI:
Lorcan Healy, Tom Climpson ©, Fintan Walsh, Dan Hewett (MoM), Lewis Brouhton, Giuseppe Gaute-Lammi, Charlie Williamson, Alfie Rogers (1), Alex Plummer, Henri Wilder, Joel Daly

Subs used:
Sam Cash, Derrick Kabagozza (1), Sam Hart, Luke Brodie, Anesu Sisimayi

The Sussex Schools U18s squad completed “the perfect season” after defeating Northumberland 2-0 in the ESFA National County Final at Birmingham City FC.  Sussex went through their whole SEESFA League and National Cup games undefeated, scoring 31 goals in the process and conceding 10 in their 8 games.  Their route to the National Final stated with an emphatic 8-0 win at home to Worcestershire with Tom Watson (Cardinal Newman) scoring a hat trick.  Round 2 saw the squad travel to Somerset with Pat Webber (Worthing College) and George Cody (Chichester College) both claiming that they scored the winner for Sussex with five minutes to go to win 3-2.  Old rivals Essex were the opponents at Worthing FC in the quarter finals and the squad put in a mammoth performance to win 3-1.  Charlie Coppola (BHASVIC) was the star, scoring the opening goal in this convincing win.  The Semi Final saw another home tie against Surrey, who were looking for revenge after a 7-3 humbling in the league campaign.  With a heavily changed side Surrey took the lead and with Sussex looking like they were going out of the competition Coppola was the coolest player in the ground to equalise with literally the last kick of the game.  Despite playing the better football Sussex saw themselves go 2-1 down, but again equalised through and outstanding Cody free kick.  Sussex were now dominating, but couldn’t take the lead.  More heartbreak saw Surrey take the lead with two minutes to go and again it looked like Sussex were going to miss out, but Coppola again equalised to send the game to penalties.  In one of the most exciting games I have ever witnessed Sussex midfielder Guy Bolton (BHASVIC) struck home the winning penalty to set up the ESFA National Final at Birmingham City.

Now to the final Sussex took on Northumberland with Pat Webber (Worthing College) missing out due to signing an extended scholarship with championship side Ipswich Town at the weekend.  Jack Punter (Worthing College) took his place at full back.  Sussex started strongly with positive possession and movement through the midfield.  This led to an early opening goal when George Cody’s (Chichester College) clip into Charlie Coppola (BHASVIC) fell to the feet of Guy Bolton (BHASVIC), who arrowed the ball into the top corner to give the Northumberland keeper no chance.  After taking the lead Sussex should have kicked on, however Northumberland came into the game and created chances with the post and bar coming to Sussex’s rescue.  Luke Emberson (BHASVIC) also made a last ditch block on the Sussex goal line to keep Northumberland at bay.  At the other end Ross Edwards (Worthing College) had a golden chance to extend the lead, but squandered the chance with the goalkeeper smothering the ball at his feet.  At half time coaching staff Dave Hall (Worthing College) and Jude MacDonald (City College Brighton) made a couple of tweaks to the formation and this paid off straight away with Sussex doubling their lead with the first chance of the second half.  A Jack Whitmore (City College Brighton) free kick was expertly met by Henry Watson (Cardinal Newman), whose header beat the keeper to spark wild celebrations.  Both sides looked to create chances with Northumberland hitting the crossbar for a third time, however it was Sussex who were more controlled in possession and managed the game superbly to become National Champions for the second time in four years.  Stand out performances were Guy Bolton, full backs Jack Punter (Worthing College) & Luke Emberson and Lucas Rodrigues (City College Brighton) with the commentators giving man of the match to Sussex skipper Jack Whitmore.

In his final game in charge of the Sussex Schools u18s squad Dave Hall was full of praise for his squad“what a fantastic way to go out with a second national title.  Four years ago the aim was to get players and Colleges’ wanting to play for Sussex and show how talented players in this area are.  I like to feel that this has happened and this is why I’m stepping aside to let someone else take it to the next level.  I have been privileged to work with so many talented players during this time and I thank them, all College staff and player families for their support because without this support none of this success and player development would be possible.  In terms of the final I felt that we were the better side technically, however we did ride our luck, especially in the first half.  However I can’t praise the squad highly enough for their work ethic, character, game intelligence and ability to quite rightly take their place as the top county in England.  This adds onto the superb 16s National win as well, so the future of football in Sussex is definitely looking bright.”

With our last final approaching tonight a reminder that all of our finals have been photographed by Simon Roe Photography and recorded in HD with commentary by Football Exclusives. You can purchase any of these on the links below:

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The U11 Brighton District team to the ESFA 7-a-side national finals (Districts) at Leicester City’s ground on Sunday. We won our group:

V Torbay 0-0

V East Riding 3-1 (og, Ezra Roeg – Elm Grove Primary and Tom Iorpenda – Stanford Juniors)

V Bootle 0-0

This took us into the semi-final v Macclesfield which was 0-0 after extra-time (small goals and good goalkeepers). We won the penalty shoot-out by 4-3 and so went into the final v Lewisham.

Unfortunately, Lewisham was too strong for us and we lost 2-0; however, coming 2^nd nationally is the best result we have achieved in my 15 year tenure.

The Sussex County FA will be running a range of new football courses, at its headquarters in Lancing, during the school summer holidays, with the emphasis on encouraging learning in a fun, friendly and enjoyable atmosphere.

Courses are available for boys and girls, aged four to eighteen years of age, catering for both outfield players and goalkeepers, and parents are more than welcome to stay and watch the sessions.

More information can be found on the Sussex County FA website. Please follow the link below.

Sussex County FA Summer Courses

Sussex Schools FA are in the process of making important updates to our database in order for all County Cup draws to be live on our website.

Once the updates have been completed, all fixtures and results will be able to be viewed live on our website via this link

Once logged in, all members can view fixtures, submit results and contact opposition teams directly.

Sussex Schools FA Star Bronwen Thomas has been called up for Wales European Qualifiers in September.
Bronwen has been called up to the full womens squad and hopes to gain some game time on the international stage.
Bronwen represented Sussex Schools FA at U14 and U16 level before being signed to Brighton and Hove Albion, where she has gone on to make first team appearances.
All from SSFA are extremely proud of Bronwen and wish her all the best on her international experience.

More information on the qualifiers can be found here. Pictures courtesy of
http://www.faw.cymru/en/news/wales-squad-names-final-womens-euro-qualifiers/

Our first trial date is in place for the 16/17 season. The trial will be held at BACA 3G, Lewes Rd, Brighton BN1 9PW on Tuesday 20th September 5pm-7pm.
Sussex Schools FA are reigning National Champions following their incredible league and cup winning side from last year.

Sussex Schools FA will be holding their trials for players aged U12-U16 on Saturday the 24th September at Lancing College. They will be at the following times:

U12 Boys – 9.30am-11.30am
U13 Boys – NOT ON THIS DATE DETAILS TO FOLLOW
U14 Boys – 12pm-2pm
U15 Boys – 9am-11am
U16 Boys – 3pm-5pm
U14 Girls – 12.30pm-2.30pm
U16 Girls – 3.30pm -5.30pm

Players HAVE to be nominated by their school on the database under player nominations. Any player that turns up not already nominated will be unable to trial.

Good luck to everyone involved.

Congratulations to the following boys on being selected to represent the county for the forthcoming season.

Tom Baxter – Tanbridge House
Dane Tasker – PCS

Louie Mockford Allott – Felpham
Freddie Clarke – Heathfield
Kieran Dimelow – Warden Park
Robert Malila – Priory
Jacob Thompson – St Pauls
Daniel Carter – Cavendish
Luke Audis – Warden Park
Bradley Higgins Pearce – Ormiston Six Villages

Robert Deda – Hove Park
Drew Matthews – Shoreham Academy
Will Lintott – Bourne
Leon Greig – Hastings Academy
Andrew Briggs – Ratton
Joshua Otor – Holy Trinity
Dexter Sherin – Priory
Callum Litterick – Ormiston Six Villages

Tobi Minter – St Andrews
Mickey Watt – Warden Park
Jack Parkinson – Bourne

Good luck to all the players and management team for the season ahead.

Congratulations to the following boys who will represent Sussex during the 2016/17 season

Adam Lindo Downlands
Antef Tsoungui Ifield Community College
Anthony Gill Causeway
Asher Reece Cardinal Newman
Baseer Sepahi St Catherine’s College
Baxter Orchas St Richards
Billy Leesman Angmering
Callum Barlow Claremont school
Carlos Jorge Ifield Community College
Charlie Barker Blatchington Mill
Charlie Goss Cardinal Newman
Charlie Vella-Andrade St Bede’s
Dylan Thistleton Oriel
Ellis Ashiro Cardinal Newman
Finn Hartley Oriel
Harrh Cuthburt Worthing
Isaac Abaton Lancing College
Joe Marchant School unknown
Luke Byrne Angmering
Luke Ellard Durrington
Marcus Chapman The Forest
Matia Tamale St Wilfrids
Mitch Hewens Dorothy Stringer
Oliver Munt Downlands
Oscar Lockyer St Richards
Sam Wright Downlands
Shay Leahy Downlands
Sid O’Neil Brighton College
Sunny Chambers Causeway
Tom Chalmer St Leonards Academy
Tom Crute Hove Park

Well done boys

​Congratulations to the following students who have been selected to represent Sussex Schools FA U15’s for the upcoming season.