24th October saw the team take on Skanska at Crystal Palace. We were 2‐0 down at half time, with the situation looking a little bleak. The rumour was that there were some ringers in their team — the Sunday League professionals! But then to the amazement of the crowd (and particularly Steve’s wife) a hat trick from Steve Harrison! Another was kicked away by Ashley Reynolds and one more from Paul Ribbens put us into a 5‐4 lead.

Sadly the boys were denied their victory by a goal in the dying minutes of the day direct from a corner. Sterling performances by Paul Ribbens and Warren Bishop, rolling back the years. Special mention for our own manager/mentor/tactician & referee, TK. The final score may have been a 5‐5 draw, but it was yet another brave performance from the Ashford Blues!!!

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