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Season 2003/2004 - Letham Under 11's Whites

27 June 2003
Memberships are now complete for this team, which are coached each Wednesday evenings at Seven Acres. The team will be in action also this Monday evening when they have accepted a challenge from their clubmates in the tangerine team. Please report to the clubhouse no later that 6.00p.m. Please wear suitable equipment for a game.

04 July 2003
The team played their clubmates twice this week and learned some valuable lessons. Will all players note that their new coach Ian Dick can be contacted on 01738 633084 or mob.07759203306. They should also note that coaching sessions are changed to Monday evenings at 6.00p.m.

25 July 2003
Ian Dick will be in charge on Monday evening when coaching recommences on Monday evening at 6.00p.m. A full attendance is requested, as details of forthcoming events will be issued. He can be contacted on 01738 633084

1 August 2003
Coaching resumed on Monday evening but was marred by the very heavy rain. This Monday at 6.00p.m. the team will be involved in their Hot Shot Soccer Shoot out and are advised to bring their sponsor forms. Please contact Ian on 01738 633084 if any problems

08 August 2003
Following this week’s activity the team resume coaching on Monday evening at 6.00p.m. The club appreciated the input and enthusiasm shown by the boys last Monday when they participated in the Hot Shot soccer competition.

15 August 2003
As with the tangerine team Ian continues with a coaching session on Monday evening at 6.00p.m.

22 August 2003
Coaching continues on Monday evening with Ian Dick commencing at 6.00p.m.

29 August 2003
The team have been unable to arrange any friendlies for this weekend so it is coaching as normal on Monday evening with a further session on Tuesday against the under 10 tangerine team.

05 September 2003
Coaching as usual on Monday evening at 6.00p.m. The boys are looking forward to their opening game scheduled for Sunday 14th,September

12 September 2003
The team’s first game of the season is against their fellow clubmates in the under 10 tangerine team. Players meet at Seven Acres at 9.30a.m. Reminder that shin pads must be worn Coaching continues on Monday evening with Ian at six

19 September 2003
Last week the team were against their clubmates from the under 10 tangerines. Both sets of supporters enjoyed the game This week they are at home to Kintillo. Ian Dick will advise match arrangements or phone 01738 633084. Coaching on Monday evening at 6.00p.m.

26 September 2003
Another promising display last week against Kintillo. This week they are off down the motorway to play Kinross Colts. Final arrangements for this game are not completed. Details from Ian on 07759203306. However the team should meet at Seven Acres at 9.30a.m. as the team sponsors are making a presentation. Coaching as usual on Monday evening at 6.00p.m.

03 October 2003
The team had their first experience of an away game when they travelled to Kinross on Sunday. Thanks to parents and supporters for supplying the transport. Due to the holidays there is a break from matches but coaching continues on Monday evening at 6.00p.m. Thanks also to Andy Beatson who presented the team with a match ball. Andy played for the club when they were Letham Juveniles under Wattie Morrison back in the late 1960’s

10 October 2003
No game this weekend but players are reminded of the coaching session on Monday evening commencing at 6.00p.m

17 October 2003
This week the whites play the whites from the under 10 team. Players should meet Seven Acres at 10.00a.m. The team also welcomed the arrival of David Murphy whose experience will be of great assistance to Ian Dick. David will be taking more of the administration duties and can be contacted on 01738 840043. Coaching continues on Monday evenings at 7.00p.m. but is at a new venue of Letham Primary School. Please wear suitable footwear for indoors

24 October 2003
The team were just too strong in the end when they played their counterparts from the club’s under 10 team. They do look forward to playing the Tangerine team on Sunday, in what should be an exciting encounter before a large crowd of vociferous supporters. Players meet Seven Acres at 9.30a.m. Coaching on Monday evening at 7.00p.m.

07 November 2003
The team did not have the best of days when Kinross Colts A visited last Sunday. There is no fixture this weekend. Indoor coaching is on Monday evenings at Perth Academy. Players meet 6.15 prompt.

14 November 2003
No game last week due to the odd number of teams. This week the team have an interesting derby game when they play the club’s under 10 tangerine team. It is intended that this game should commence at noon so players are requested to report to Seven Acres no later than 11.30a.m.

21 November 2003
The team found their clubmates from the under 10’s a hot handful last week. This week they are on their travels when they visit Kintillo. Players meet Seven Acres at 10.45a.m. The Club appeals for assistance with regard to travel for this game. Will all players note that David Murphy has taken the secretarial tasks and will be responsible from now on for match timings etc. He can be contacted on 01738 583020 or mob. 07766038898. Ian continues with his coaching duties

28 November 2003
Ian was delighted in the team performance last week at Kintillo. On Sunday there is a home game against Kinross Colts B. Please meet Seven Acres at 11.00a.m

05 December 2003
The whites and Kinross Colts B played a very enjoyable match last weekend at Letham. There are no games for the winter break but coaching continues indoor each Monday evening at Perth Academy commencing at 6.30p.m.

12 December 2003
Due to the mid winter shut down there are no fixtures. Coaching continues on Monday evenings at Perth Academy commencing at 6.30 p.m.

19 December 2003
The team is now enjoying a break from coaching and games. Indoor training resumes on Monday, 5th, January at Perth Academy at 6.30p.m. Please confirm timings with David Murphy on 01738 583020

26 December 2003
Will players note that there are no special arrangements over the festive period but coaching resumes on Monday, 5th, January at Perth Academy commencing at 6.00p.m.

02 January 2004
The team following a short break are back in action on Monday, 5th, January at Perth academy commencing at 6.00p.m.

09 January 2004
Next indoor session is on Monday evenings at Perth Academy commencing at 6.00p.m.

16 January 2004
The next indoor session is on Monday evening at Perth Academy commencing at 6.00p.m.

23 January 2004
It is likely that a special outdoor coaching session will be held on Sunday. David Murphy or Ian Dick will advise. Otherwise indoor coaching on Monday evening at 6.00p.m. at Perth Academy.

30 January 2004
Next indoor coaching session will be on Monday evening at 6.00p.m. at Perth Academy.

06 February 2004
This week the team have a derby game against the under 10 white team. David Murphy on 01738 583020 and Ian Dick on 07759203306 will advise

13 February 2004
The Whites are looking forward to playing their Tangerine club mates this Sunday. Game kicks off 10.00am. Next indoor coaching session will be on Monday evening at Perth Academy.

20 February 2004
Last week against the Tangerines the team found their clubmates just too strong on the day. This week it is off to Kinross to play the Colts B. Ian Dick or Dave Murphy will contact re arrangements. Assistance with regard to transport would be appreciated. Next indoor coaching session is on Monday evening at Perth Academy

27 February 2004
Last Sunday at Kinross it was bitterly cold but never the less Ian was very pleased with the spirited display against the local Colts A. There is no fixture this weekend but reminder that the next coaching session will be on Monday evening at Perth Academy at 6.30p.m. Any problems phone Dave Murphy on 07766038898 or new contact Bill Duthie on 01828 686438

05 March 2004
After last week’s lay off the team are looking forward to the challenge from the club’s under 10 Tangerine team, who will be brimming of confidence after last week’s performance. Bill Duthie will advise match arrangements. Any problems phone 01828 686438. Next indoor session will be on Monday evening at Perth Academy commencing at 6.30p.m.

12 March 2004
The team enjoyed the game last week against the young under 10’s, but never the less were stretched in a tight game. Bridge of Earn Kintillo are the visitors this week. Players meet Seven Acres at 10.30a.m.

19 March 2004
The game last week was an exciting affair and this continued to the final minute which was a credit to both teams. Bill was very pleased with the whites performance. He would also like to hear from parents, supporters or others etc with regard to refereeing home games. This week they travel to Kinross to play their Colts B team. Assistance with transport would be greatly appreciated. Players meet Seven Acres at 9.45a.m.

25 March 2004
The team did not play to recent form at Kinross last weekend. This week they entertain their fellow white team from the under 10’s. Players meet clubhouse at 9.30a.m. The team is seeking help from parents or supporters to assist with refereeing duties. Further details from Bill Duthie on 01828 686438.

30 March 2004
Outdoor coaching now takes place on Monday evenings at Seven Acres from 6.30p.m.

02 April 2004
The team enjoyed their game last week against the club’s under 10 white team although they did not have it all their own way. This week the team are at home against the under 11 Tangerines. Derby games are all ways exciting affairs with much prestige at stake. Players meet clubhouse at 9.30a.m. This game is followed with a rearranged match on Monday evening against Kinross Colts A at home. Bill will advise final arrangements for this game on Sunday.

09 April 2004
In a close game the team played well against the Tangerines. This was followed on Monday evening with a re-arranged game against Kinross Colts A at Seven Acres and whilst they must have been feeling the effects of a further game in 24 hours they did themselves proud and even had the luxury of missing countless chances. There is no fixture this week and no coaching session on Monday. Next meet on Monday, 19th, April at Seven Acres at 6.15a.m. when Bill has arranged a special practice session under full match conditions where full playing kit is required

16 April 2004
The team are now playing well and have obviously benefited from the special coaching sessions out with the area. There is no fixture on Sunday but coaching will be on Monday evening at 6.15 p.m. in the form of match experience. Any problems phone Bill on 01828 686438

23 April 2004
No game last weekend, but the boys had an enjoyable experience on Monday evening away from the norm. There is no game this Sunday, but coaching continues Monday at 6.30pm.

30 April 2004
The team played their club mates from the Under 10’s tangerines, and in a close game managed to edge through by a single goal. The teams next match is on Sunday v Bridge of Earn at Kintillo kick off 11.30am. Help with transport would be appreciated. Players please note there is no training session on Monday.

07 May 2004
The team played to their full potential last week at Bridge of Earn. This week a welcome is extended to Kinross Colts B who are the visitors to Seven Acres. Players meet Newhouse Road at 10.40 a.m. Reminder that coaching continues on Monday evenings at 6.30p.m.

14 May 2004
The team were unable to maintain the form of the previous week and narrowly missed out against Kinross. This Sunday it is derby day against the under 10 white team. Players meet Seven Acres at 10.30a.m. Coaching continues on Monday evenings at 6.30p.m.

21 May 2004
Whilst holding the upper hand for much of the game against the club’s youngest team it was a close run result. This week they again face the Tangerines with an exciting match in prospect. Players meet Seven Acres at 10.30a.m. Next week coaching will be on Wednesday evening at 6.00 p.m. under the guidance of the new backroom team

25 June 2004
Reminder that the coaching evening is now on Wednesday evenings at 6.00 p.m. under the new coaching team.

28 June 2004
Bill was delighted with the team performance against the Tangerines last Sunday only to be disappointed in the final minutes. This week is the final game of the season when they travel to Kinross. Players meet Newhouse Road at 9.45 a.m. The club would appreciate assistance with transport for this game.

04 June 2004
The team were unable to give Bill Duthie a send off last Sunday in a close game against Kinross. The club wish him well in the future and sincerely thank him for his major contribution this season. The new management team continue coaching on Wednesday evenings at 6.00p.m.

11 June 2004
Coaching continues with the new management team of Tom Kerr & Chris Harvey on Wednesday evenings at 6.00p.m.

18 June 2004
The new management team of Tom and Chris continue their preparations for the coming season with a friendly this Sunday against the White team. Players meet Seven Acres at 10.30 a.m. with an 11.00a.m. kick off. Normal coaching on Wednesday evening at 6.00p.m.

25 June 2004
The revamped team gave Tom and Chris great encouragement last Sunday when they challenged the white team. Many who were together for the first team performed very well. Coaching as usual next Wednesday at 6.00p.m.


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