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The day is here—Bradford (Park Avenue) takes on Stocksbridge Park Steels in the FA Cup Preliminary Round! The team is ready and raring to go after a strong final training session. Let’s fill Horsfall Stadium and cheer the lads on to victory!
🆚 Bradford (Park Avenue) vs Stocksbridge Park Steels
📅 Today! Saturday, 17th August
⏰ Kick-off: 3:00 PM
🏟️ Horsfall Stadium
🎟️ Admission: £9 Adults | £6 Concessions | £3 Youth | U12s FREE
See you at the ground! 💚⚽ #FACup #GreenArmy
We’ve just wrapped up another incredible week full of fun, laughter, and plenty of action for the kids at BPA Summer Camp! This week was packed with activities that kept everyone energized and engaged:
⚽ Football and Multisports: Our campers had a blast honing their skills on the pitch and trying out different sports, making new friends along the way!
🍳 Breakfast Club & Hot Lunches: Each day started with a hearty breakfast, and our campers enjoyed delicious hot lunches to keep them fueled for the day’s adventures.
🎤 Q&A with First Team Players: A special highlight was the Q&A session with our first team stars, Dan and Ben! The kids had the chance to ask their burning questions and get some insider tips.
📸 Individual Photos: Every camper got their own special moment captured with personalized photos to remember their time at camp.
🏆 Prizes: We handed out some awesome prizes to recognize the hard work and sportsmanship of our campers throughout the week.
🌲 Adventure Trip to St Ives: To round off the week, we took a trip to St Ives where the kids enjoyed axe throwing, archery, adventure play, and of course, roasting marshmallows by the fire!
Don’t miss out on the fun next week! To get involved, email Gary at gary.ratnik@bpafc.com and secure your spot. We can’t wait to see you there!
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This Saturday, 17th August, Bradford (Park Avenue) will host Stocksbridge Park Steels in the FA Cup Preliminary Round, with kick-off at 3:00 PM at Horsfall Stadium.
Admission is pay on the gate, available by card or cash, with prices set at £9 for Adults (18+), £6 for Concessions (65+), £3 for Youth (12-17s), and U12s get in for free.
Bradford (Park Avenue) will need to be at their best to advance against a resilient Stocksbridge side. Stocksbridge has already shown their mettle this season, defeating Prestwich Heys 2-1 in the Extra Preliminary Round and staging a dramatic 3-2 comeback against Bishop Auckland in their league opener. They followed up with a solid 1-1 draw against Cleethorpes Town on Wednesday. Their ability to score from crosses will be a key threat that Bradford’s defense must neutralize.
The midfield battle will be crucial, as Stocksbridge has shown they can exploit any space given. Bradford’s defense will need to be alert, especially from wide positions, to prevent Stocksbridge from capitalizing on crossing opportunities.
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This match promises to be an exciting FA Cup encounter, with both teams looking to progress to the next round. Join us at Horsfall Stadium to cheer on the team as they aim for cup glory!
We’d like to say a huge thank you to Mr Scratchings Ltd for their continued sponsorship on the back of our home shirt, and around the pitch with their boards.
Mr Scratching are a local Bradford based company, providing wholesale distribution of crisps, snacks, nuts, pop, chocolate and of course, their famous Pork Scratchings.
Visit their website here – https://www.mrscratchings.co.uk/ or give them a call on 01274 670044 from Monday to Friday, 9-5pm.
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Bradford (Park Avenue) suffered their first defeat of the season with a narrow 1-0 loss away at Belper Town. Despite a strong start, including an early corner in the 5th minute and a long-range effort from Oli Norman in the 12th, both comfortably dealt with by the Belper keeper, Avenue couldn’t find the breakthrough.
Belper Town’s first significant chance came in the 17th minute when Keaton August found space but missed the target. The hosts grew into the game, but the first half ended goalless despite a free kick in the 35th minute after Alex Francis fouled former Avenue player Luke Rawson.
Avenue came out stronger in the second half, creating opportunities through Kelan Swales, Paddy Sykes, and Dan Francis, but they were unable to capitalize. A crucial yellow card for Dan Francis in the 62nd minute showed Avenue’s commitment to keeping the game level.
Belper made key substitutions, including bringing off Keaton August for Nathan Whitehead in the 59th minute. The decisive moment came in the 73rd minute when Ben Rhodes scored with a diving header, leaving Avenue chasing the game.
Late substitutions by both teams, including Theo Hudson replacing Harry Colville for Avenue, couldn’t change the outcome. Despite four minutes of added time, Avenue couldn’t find the equalizer, and the match ended 1-0.
Avenue will look to bounce back quickly as they return to Horsfall Stadium this weekend, aiming for success in the FA Cup when we host Stocksbridge Park Steels on Saturday 17TH August, KO 3pm. We urge all Bradford supporters to come out and back Danny’s team as they push for victory.
Bradford (Park Avenue) travels to Raygar Stadium on Tuesday night for a key NPL East fixture against Belper Town.
After securing a hard-fought 1-0 win against North Ferriby in the season opener, Danny’s team is eager to continue their winning momentum tomorrow night against the Nailers.
The ones to watch for Avenue will be Oli Norman, who assisted Kareem Hassan-Smith on Saturday to claim the win.
Goalscorer Kareem will also look to increase his tally and put out a similarly strong defensive performance to Saturday’s, which gave us our first clean sheet of the season.
Forward’s Paddy Sykes and Harry Colville will also be itching to score their first goals of the season, after both came close in the 1st half on Saturday, just dragging their shots wide.
Goalkeeper Craig Ellison will also look to continue his fine form, after a stellar performance on Saturday with 4 unreal saves in the 1st half alone.
Belper, who narrowly missed the playoffs last season, comes into the match after a comeback win in their opener. Despite some squad depth issues, they remain a formidable opponent, especially at home.
Key opposition players to watch at Belper Town will be Nathaniel Crofts and Keaton August, who both claimed goals in their opening fixture vs Heaton Stannington.
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Come and support the Green Army as we seek to make it two wins in a row!
Bradford (Park Avenue) secured a vital 1-0 victory against North Ferriby on Saturday, in our opening fixture of the 2024/25 season at Horsfall Stadium.
This hard-earned win not only marks a positive start to the campaign but also our first opening day victory since 2018. Kareem Hassan-Smith’s goal in the second half proved decisive, as we handed out no fewer than twelve debuts in this tightly contested match.
We began the match on the front foot, with Oli Norman making an early run into the opposition area, only to see the ball run just out of play. Craig Ellison, who was outstanding throughout, made a crucial save in the 3rd minute to deny Josh Whitley and keep us level.
We created several chances in the first half, with a notable opportunity coming in the 24th minute when Kareem Hassan-Smith struck the post following an impressive run into the area. Despite our best efforts, including a penalty shout after Paddy Sykes appeared to be brought down in the box, the referee waved away any appeals. The half ended with the scoreline still goalless, but with plenty of positives to take into the break.
We made a change at halftime, with Josh Askew replacing Kelan Swales to bring fresh energy into the side. The breakthrough came in the 58th minute when Oli Norman demonstrated superb awareness to find Kareem Hassan-Smith, who finished expertly to give us the lead.
North Ferriby pushed for an equalizer, but our defense remained resolute. Craig Ellison continued to be a rock at the back, and our midfield worked tirelessly to disrupt Ferriby’s rhythm. Despite a couple of cautions for Luke Hogg and Paddy Sykes, we managed the game well and even created chances to extend our lead, with Ben Whelan heading over from a set piece late on.
The team showed great character and discipline to secure the win and maintain a clean sheet, something we hadn’t achieved on the opening day in six years.
This match marked our 897th in NPL football, and with three more games to go, we are approaching a significant milestone with our 900th match scheduled against Liversedge at home on 26th August.
We turn our focus to the next challenge as we travel to Belper Town on Tuesday, 13th August. Kick-off is at 7:45 PM at Raygar Stadium. We look forward to building on this positive start and continuing our momentum.
First Team Head Coach, Danny Whitaker:
“I’m really proud of the team for their performance on Saturday. We knew it would be a tough match, and the boys delivered exactly what we asked of them. Defensively, we were solid, and Craig made some crucial saves to keep us in the game. Kareem took his goal brilliantly, and it was great to see the team work so hard for each other. There’s still plenty to improve on, but for a first outing, especially with so many debuts, it was a very encouraging performance. We’ll take the positives from this and keep pushing forward.”
Sporting Director, Thomas McStravick:
“We’re absolutely delighted with the result today and overall performance. It’s always important to start the season on a positive note, and the lads showed great determination and quality throughout the game. With so many new faces in the squad, it was encouraging to see them gel so quickly and perform as a unit. Kareem’s goal was a moment of real class and an example of how we want to play. Our defensive display was outstanding when needed. We’re excited to build on this foundation as we move forward.”
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Get ready for an action-packed day at the Horsfall Stadium tomorrow, as Bradford (Park Avenue) hosts a special Family Fun Day leading up to our much-anticipated league opener against North Ferriby!
Family Fun Day: 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
We’re kicking off the festivities with a variety of exciting activities for fans of all ages. Here’s what you can look forward to:
– Live DJ (Outside): Enjoy the latest tunes while soaking up the matchday atmosphere.
– Toy Tombola: Try your luck and take home some fantastic toys!
– Bottle Card Game: Win prizes in this fun and easy game.
– Tombola: Another chance to win big with a variety of great prizes up for grabs.
– Penalty Shootout: Test your skills and see if you can beat the keeper!
– Football Speed Shot: Show off your power and accuracy in this thrilling challenge.
– Xbox Competition (In Clubhouse): Compete against others in FIFA and prove your gaming skills.
– Cake Stall: Treat yourself to some delicious homemade cakes.
– Darts Game: Aim for the bullseye in our classic darts competition.
– Glitter Tattooist: Get a temporary glitter tattoo and sparkle throughout the day.
– Find the Joker: A fun and exciting game with prizes to be won.
– Ice Cream: Cool off with a refreshing ice cream treat.
– Food and Drink: Enjoy a variety of food and beverages available throughout the event.
– Raffles and Prizes: Lots of chances to win fantastic prizes in our many raffles!
Hungry or thirsty? We’ve got you covered! Hot food, drink, and refreshments will be available in the **Horton Park Suite (Academy Cafe)** and the **Green Army Cafe**. Plus, the **Clubhouse Bar** will also be open, offering a range of drinks to keep you refreshed.
League Opener: Kick-off at 3:00 PM
After enjoying the Family Fun Day, stick around as Bradford (Park Avenue) takes on North Ferriby in the league opener. The match promises to be an exciting start to the season, and your support in the stands will make all the difference!
Make sure to arrive early and bring the whole family for a day full of fun, excitement, and football. With so much happening at the Horsfall Stadium, this is one event you don’t want to miss!
See you there!
