News
30 May 2014
Weekly News
Weekly News 30 May 2014
Letham Amateurs (sponsored by Saints Social Club, Barossa Street. Tower Ridge Adventure Clothing. DRC Contracts). Last week the team completed their league programme with wins over Vale of Earn and St Johns by three goals to nil and four goals to two respectively. As league champions they won fifteen games drew three and lost nil. Scoring 90 goals with 21 against. A goal difference of 69. A reflection of a truly outstanding side. On Tuesday night at Davie Park, Blairgowrie they contested the Ashleigh Cup against local side Balmoral United. Playing their forty fifth game of the season the Tangies retained the coveted trophy by winning by four goals to two. In a truly remarkable season they lost out on three only games viz;- Scottish Cup fourth round, North of Tay Cup in the semi-final and the Perthshire Cup. They drew three league games and won the other thirty nine games scoring 208 goals in the process.
Letham 1995 (sponsored by Perthshire Flooring) In their first season in the Sunday Amateur league the team were pleased to end their league campaign in mid table. Last Sunday however in the final of the Consolation Cup they overcame Dunbarney Rovers by four goal to two after extra time to win the trophy.
Letham U15 Tangerine (sponsored by John Gillespie, Hairdresser, St.John Street) Following the disappointment of losing out to Jeanfield in a cup final the team defeated their near neighbour by five goals to nil to consolidate their runners up position for the league championship. They also accounted for Crieff Juniors by seven goals to four to end a very successful season. The team is holding a Race Night in the Letham Community club on Friday 13th, June commencing at 7.30 p.m. Looking forward for support from the Letham Community in order to enhance club funds.
Letham U14 Tangerine 2000 (sponsored by Graham & Sibbald/ Drainco (Scotland) Ltd) The final league game of the season was on Wednesday when they played league champions Tay Thistle. Whilst ending third in the chase for the title it was a case of what might have been if they had been more consistent.
Letham Tangerine U13 2001 (sponsored by New Today, Furniture Centre, Canal Street) The final of the Christopher Walker Memorial Trophy against Meigle Lads turned out to be a rather one sided affair with the Tangies running out convincing winners. All credit to the opposition on reaching the final but it was not their day. On Tuesday night at home to Breadalbane and in front of a big support the team clinched the League championship by defeating the visitors by thirteen goals to nil and thus brought to a close a very successful season that was a credit to all who watched them.
Letham Tangerine 2002 (sponsored by McDonald’s, RGW Play Area Maint. Ltd., D Peebles, Electrical Contractor) Despite having a weakened team the boys were in good form at Jeanfield Reds. On Sunday away to Crieff.
Letham Sky Blue 2002 (sponsored by Johnston Carmichael, Tay Street) Despite having a poor start to the game at Scone the Sky Blues rallied and their play pleased their supporters. On Sunday away to Blairgowrie.
Letham Tangerine 2003 (sponsored by Vending Services Ltd,) No game last weekend. On Sunday away to Meigle Lads. Seeking a new coach to assist in developing the team for the remainder of the year and to help with the transition of playing 11 a side football next year. Further details from Cathy on 07808862916
Letham White 2003 (sponsored by China, China, St. Leonards Bridge) A mixed performance at home to Breadalbane last week. On Sunday a visit to Crieff is required.
Letham Tangerine 2004 (sponsored by Carpet Discount Store, Friarton, Perth) The team playing good football enjoyed their game at Crieff. Away to Jeanfield this weekend.
Letham 2004 White (sponsored by Tower Veterinary Centre) No game this weekend. Training as usual.
Letham Sky Blue 2004 (sponsored by John Tainsh, Convenience Store,) The team were a bit disappointed at Bridge of Earn last week. The home game against Pitfour has been rescheduled to Monday night.
Letham 2005 Tangerine (sponsored by Sportsmatch, Meldrum Construction, Perthshire Glazing Co.) This young team put in a fine display at Scone last weekend. This week’s fixture against Scone Black will possibly be played tonight at Seven Acres.
Letham 2005 White Training continues as usual.
Letham Girls U15 (sponsored by MP & H McDonald, Plumbing & Heating) The team were playing well at Monifieth last week but alas their goalkeeper received a serious injury and had to go off which then exposed the defence. Tomorrow they have a tough game in prospect away to Dunfermline Athletic.
Letham Girls U13 (sponsored by Aviva) In Dundee last week the Tayside team were too experienced for the young Tangies. No game tomorrow.
Letham Girls U11 (sponsored by R.A.S.C. R.C.T. Association) The girl’s youngest team found it hard going at Glenrothes last Saturday. Fiona will advise arrangements for tomorrow.
Letham Tot’s Soccer School (sponsored by Struan Motors, Crieff Road) Reminder that the Soccer School is now at Seven Acres Park, Newhouse Road, Letham. Boys and girls in primaries one and two continues at 10.00a.m. and primary three follows at 11.00a.m. All the usual coaches will be in attendance. Please wear football boots, shin pads and bring a drink. Cost remains at £2.00.
Letham Coaches (sponsored by Scottish Co-op Community Fund) Would like to hear from volunteers willing to give up some of their spare time and become a coach to one of our younger teams. The club has no shortage of youngsters wanting to play for Letham and desperately needs additional help to meet the demand. Contact Ken Drummond for details 07799892088 or e-mail ken@lethamfc.com
Would you like to play for Letham?
Letham U15 Whites are seeking additional players. If born 1999 or 2000 and wish to play for a Letham team please contact Ronnie on 07914527927.
Letham 2001 Tangerines require a goalkeeper. Additional players are also required for next season. Please phone Ian Hastie on 07825740913
Letham Tangerines 2002 are seeking additional players for next season. Players born 2002 or 2003 contact Colin on 07882666133 for details.
Letham Sky Blues 2002 are seeking additional players born 2002 and will be holding trials shortly. Further information from Ricky on 07980 944199
Letham 2004 Whites. This is a newly formed team and the club require additional players. If born in 2004 why not come to training on Monday evening from 6 to 7.00p.m. at Seven Acres Park, Newhouse Road. Further details from Jamie MacLeod on 07919401830
Letham Girls U11, U13 and U15 have invitations for girls of all abilities to attend our training sessions at Seven Acres Park, Newhouse Road on Monday and Thursday evenings. Under 11 and under 13 girls sessions are from 6 to 7.30 p.m. Under 15 girl sessions are from 7 to 8.30 p.m. Ask for Fiona or contact her on 07761025216