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Saturday 30 August  Stalybridge Celtic 1 Lynn 1
Lynn continued their drawing run with their sixth successive point.
The home side took the lead on 32 minutes when Williams shot from 12-yards after good build-up work from Ellington and Joynes.
Three minutes later, however, Celtic were reduced to ten men when Barwick was shown a straight red card for appearing to elbow Bridgwater.
Jack Defty equalised for Lynn on the hour - heading home a cross from Francis. Despite down to ten men Celtic continued to press but Lynn had earned a point.
Lynn: Howie, Weaver, Chapman, Peters, Crane, Camm, Frew, Sedgemore (Smith 20), J Defty (Turner 65), Bridgwater (Bloomfield 54), Francis.
Booked: Sedgemore.
Lynn Reserves 3 Harwich & Parkeston 1
Lynn Reserves gained their first win of the season in an entertaining game despite the heat.
Lynn took the lead on 28 minutes when Daniel Buhleman scored from some 20 yards.
Lynn played the last three minutes of the opening period with ten men with Lee Hyde receiving attention but he was unable to continue.
The lead was extended two minutes into the second half when a Harwich defender turned a cross into his own net. Rory Harper put Lynn three up some ten minutes later.
Harwich pulled a goal back after 80 minutes but it was Lynn who finished the stronger with Alex Vincent, Dom Dwyer and Matty Calvert all seeing shots going just wide or being blocked.
Lynn: Norris, Palmer, J Spittlehouse, Buhlemann, Fiddy, Hyde (Deadman), Kelly (Osborne), Harper (Vincent), Dwyer, Calvert. Att 90
Thursday 28 August
Adam Smith returns
Kings Lynn F.C. are pleased to announce that this morning Adam Smith has re-signed for the Club, following his release by Peterborough United. Adam has signed a contract until the end of the season. He will provide cover down the left side for Ben Chapman as well as providing different options on the left hand side of the Park. His return will mark his third spell as a 'Linnet'.
Manager Keith Webb stated that he was delighted to add Adam to his squad.
"He will give more balance to the squad with cover at left back, left side and in the middle. Having had long talks with Adam, I am convinced we will see something of the old Adam Smith as he performed during his first spell at the Club. He knows what my thoughts were during his second spell and I am convinced he will be an asset to the Club."
Adam first joined the club in June 2005, making his debut in the Championship match against Histon.
He went on to make 46 appearances that season, scoring 4 times and was voted Player of the Year.
The following season he made a further 18 starts, scoring 4 goals, before joining Peterborough United.
A loan period beginning September 2007 saw a further six further appearances and one goal.
At Peterborough he made ten appearances, scoring once, in the 3-1 defeat at Darlington in January 2007.
But Melton departs
Left sided midfielder Steve Melton has been released by the cub.
Steve Melton joined Lynn in October 2006 from Alfreton and made 39 starts plus 15 appearances as substitute.
"I would like to thank Stephen Melton for his services to King's Lynn Football Club whilst I have been in charge. I can't speak highly enough of the player's attitude and professionalism and I wish him all the best in his future career." said manager Keith Webb.
Wednesday 27 August
Linnets Look to Future
Three up and coming youngsters have put pen to paper on Conference forms as the Linnets look to the future and secure three players who they hope will play a big part in the clubs future days.
Ross Kelly, Elliot Fiddy and Dom Dwyer are the players in question in a move that proves that the Linnets are a forward thinking club.
On the field, Tuesday evening Lynn Youth opened their league campaign with a 6-0 win over Watton Juniors. Scorers: Glendinning 3, Drawbridge 2, McCarthy
Monday 25 August King's Lynn 1 Hinckley United 1
Undefeated and a goal in every game Lynn's run of drawn games continues. On this showing, however, Hinckley were the weakest side Lynn have come up against in Conference North this season - but still they search for their first win.
Lynn started in dominant mood but could not get a shot on target. Jack Defty headed a cross from his brother over the bar and Joe Francis put a shot acroos goal which just went wide of the far post.
The David Bridgwater put a free kick narrowly wide.
On 36 minutes Hinckley went ahead against the run of play when Lynn's defence got in a tangle and the ball was presented to Jez Murphy to tap home from close in.
This gave the visitors confidence and the game became more even.
Lynn drew level six minutes after the restart when Mark Camm was grounded and Danny Bloomfield scored from the resultant penalty.
Lynn, however, did not raise their game and play became scrappy but came back to life in the closing stages.
On 82 minutes a Joe Francis effort was blocked but the ball fell to Andy Fisk whose low shot was turned away for a corner. Michael Frew then shot over. A double penalty appeal in the Lynn box resulted in Hinckley's Gooding being dismissed for a second bookable offence but it was the visitors who had the next chance - Howie denying substitute Webster.
Lynn: Howie, C Defty, Chapman, Peters, Crane, Camm (Melton 87), Frew, Bridgwater (Fisk 67), J Defty (Joachim 61), Bloomfield, Francis. Unused Subs: Weaver, Murray.
Booked: C Defty. Att: 1,326
Linnets to bring curtain down on Fenland Park
King's Lynn will be the last side ever to visit Fenland Park, Wisbech on Monday September 15th.
The occasion is the Mark Jimson testimonial when Lynn will take on a side selected by Jimson.
For the rest of the season Wisbech will play their home games at Outwell.
Saturday 23 August Lynn 1 Alfreton 1
Lynn continued to be the division's draw specialists with a 1-1 draw in their first visit to Alfreton with Charlie Defty in the starting line-up replacing head injury victim Simon Weaver.
The home side shaded the first half with centre forward Cusworth testing Howie on ten minutes.
For Lynn a Michael Frew free kick was tipped round the post by Alfreton keeper Evans.
The home side took the lead five minutes after the restart when a corner fell to McFadzean whose return found the head of Cusworth who gave Howie no chance.
Four minutes later Lynn were on level terms when Sedgemore found Defty in the box who found time to turn and score from a narrow angle.
Lynn grew in confidence as chances were created at either end.
On 81 minutes a melee developed in the home goal following a corner which resulted in Lynn captain Crane being shown a straight red card.
Lynn: Howie, C Defty, Chapman, Peters, Crane, Camm, Frew (Fisk), Sedgemore, J Defty, Joachim (Bloomfield), Francis (Melton). Att: 501
Booked: J Defty, Camm. Sent Off: Crane
Lynn Reserves 1 Felixstowe & Walton 2
Both Lynn teams are still looking for their first win of the season.
Lynn Reserves deserved at least a point against Felixstowe but found themselves 2-0 down within 23 minutes. The first goal for the visitors came from a breakaway on 12 minutes and then Danny Philips scored from the penalty spot on 23 minutes.
Lynn dominated possession after this but the the bar, some good goal keeping kept Lynn at bay until Simon Deadman scored in the 57 minute.
Lynn had further chances but couldn't get the equaliser they deserved.
Lynn: Norris, Harvey, Bush (Palmer 73), Deadman, Fiddy, Hyde, Fell (Vincent 18), Kelly (Buhlemann 63), Harper, Dwyer, Calvert.
Saturday 16 August King's Lynn 2 Droyslden 2
Lynn remain unbeaten in Conference North and are still looking for their first win - after a game which looked to have been lost after Lynn had been forced into a double substitution following a clash of head between Simon Weaver and Jack Defty.
An early chance saw a Michael Frew cross go just behind the waiting Jack Defty but first half chances were at a premium. Droyslden settled and edged possession but rarely threatened in the final third.
Lynn took the lead on 33 minutes when Julian Joachim beat his defender on the Lynn left and crossed to give Jack Defty a simple tap in.
Minutes later the same player could have doubled the lead as Droyslden keeper Kennedy came out to cut out a Sedgemore cross but Defty got a foot to it first - his lob going just over.
Half-time substitute David Bridgwater headed over in the opening minutes but it was the visitors who still bossed the game and following the double substitution just past the hour mark it began to look as if Lynn would be fighting a rearguard action.
On 70 minutes the visitors drew level, Townson nipping in on Camm's weak back header to lift over Howie.
Seven minutes later the visitors were in front following another mistake. Howie came out to punch clear but missed and Lamb was on hand to put the ball over his head.
Defeat looked likely but with a minute remaining Crane's knockdown was fumbled by Kennedy and Danny Bloomfield scored from close in.
Lynn grew in confidence and Bridgwater shot just over but a victory would not have been deserved.
Lynn: Howie, Weaver (Melton 63), Chapman, Peters, Crane, Camm, Frew, Sedgemore, J Defty (Bloomfield 63), Joachim, Francis (Bridgwater 45). Subs (not used): C Defty, Murray. Att: 1035
Presentations before Droyslden Game |
Amanda Hodgson, with club captain Ben Sedgemore, presents East Anglian Air Ambulance with a cheque for ?3000 following her win in the club's kit sponsor draw.
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Lynn Chairman Ken Bobbins awards Keith Rudd with a club Life Membership.
Keith has managed the club at all levels and has been involved at The Walks for many years. |
Tuesday 12 August King's Lynn 1 Redditch United 1
Lynn took the lead on 41 minutes when Julian Joachim was on the end of a Michael Frew free kick to head home.
It was a deserved goal as Lynn had had the better of the chances with the pace of Joachim, Frew and Francis and the power of Jack Defty causing problems. Prior to the goal Lynn had seen a penalty appeal for hands turned down and a goal disallowed for offside.
A further Lynn penalty appeal was turned down but Lynn maintained the pressure to half time.
On 66 minutes Lee Downes produced a 25 yard scorcher to put the scores level following a mistake by substitute Charlie Defty.
Lynn tried their hardest to restore the lead but a determined Redditch, with their keeper in inspired form, means the Lynn still look for their first win - but remain unbeaten.
Lynn: Howie, Weaver (C Defty 42), Chapman, Peters, Crane, Camm, Frew, Sedgemore (Bridgwater 68), J Defty (Bloomfield 77), Joachim, Francis. Unused Subs: Melton, Murray. Att: 1168
Booked: J Defty
Saturday 9 August Burscough 1 Lynn 1
This was Lynn's earliest start to a league campaign since the late 1960's as they made their Blue Square debut and came away from Victoria Park with a point.
Early chances fell to the home side with Scott Howie finding problems with the greasy surface.
Frew shot over the bar on ten minutes as Lynn began to settle.
Lynn, however, lost Jack Defty with a back injury after clashing with Burscough keeper Hibbert.
Two minutes later and Lynn were in front - when a Frew corner was headed on by Crane and Simon Weaver got the final touch to get Lynn's first ever Conference goal.
The home side were applying the most pressure and Howie was called into action making a diving save to deny Moogan.
The second half saw the home side continue to dominate and deservedly equalised in the 73rd minute centre forward Tony Evans giving Howie no chance.
Lynn had a chance to steal the points at the death but Danny Bloomfield, in a one-on-one with the keeper, saw his close range effort saved by the keeper's legs.
Lynn: Howie, Weaver, Chapman, Peters, Crane, Bridgwater (Fisk), Frew, Sedgemore, J Defty (Joachim), Camm, Francis (Bloomfield).
Unused Subs: C Defty, Murray.
Booked: Weaver. Att: 389
Lynn Reserves 1 Stanway Rovers 4
Lynn Reserves will have to give attention to their defenisive frailities if they are to make any impression on the Ridgeons League table.
Alex Vincent gave Lynn a tenth minute lead but the young side found themselves 3-1 down at half time and it could have been more.
The second half saw another goal conceded whilst there were few clear cut scoring chances at the other end.
Saturday 2 August Lynn 4 Hillingdon Borough 0
Lynn won the BGB League Championship Match for the first time in their history with an easy win over Hillingdon by virtue of four first half goals and, but for "woodwork", some brave saves and off target shooting the score could have been doubled.
Lynn dominated from the start with Julian Joachim and Jack Defty going just wide before Michael Frew's looping header gave Lynn a deserved 23 minute lead.
Three scorching goals were to follow with Ben Sedgmore increasing Lynn's lead on 37 minutes before Frew added his second on 41 minutes. Dave Bridgwater got his first goal in Lynn colours seconds before half time.
The second half saw more of the same with substitutes Danny Bloomfield and Mark Camm both being denied by the bar.
Howie was rarely called into action - only once having to dive to his right to deny the visitors.
Thursday 31 July Bespak secures shirt sponsorship deal with 'The Linnets'
Bespak, a leader in devices for inhaled drug delivery is delighted to announce its signing as shirt sponsor for King's Lynn Football Club.
As part of the sponsorship package 'The Linnets' will sport Bespak sponsored shirts for this coming season, with the showcase of the new kit at this Saturday's Southern League Benevolent Shield fixture with Hillingdon Borough, which kicks off at 3pm.
Sponsorship of 'The Linnets' comes at an exciting time for King's Lynn based Bespak, with the construction work to extend the company's capacity in Bergen Way well underway, the company is actively looking to recruit for a number of roles, specifically for engineers, in order to fulfill its healthy order book.
Chris Hall, Managing Director commented: "Our association with King's Lynn Football Club as the Southern League champions brings together two of the county's greatest success stories. As King's Lynn's largest employer it is important that we support the local community as much as we can and this deal, together with our recent sponsorship of the Bespak Great East Anglian Run reaffirms our commitment to the town."
King's Lynn Football Club Chairman, Ken Bobbins added: "We are delighted that 'The Linnets' will be sponsored by a company with such international acclaim and hope that together we can enjoy another successful season."
Amanda Hodgson thanked in Bespak deal.
King's Lynn FC wishes to place on record its thanks to Amanda Hodgson following Tuesday's shirt draw.As many of you will know Amanda's name was drawn out from the drum but afterwards she decided very quickly that she did not wish for her name to appear on the shirts.
After speaking to club officials a deal was struck with Bespak.
As a result of the deal one of Amanda's favourite charities, the East Anglian Air Ambulance will benefit from a sizeable donation and the balance of the moneys has been given to provide new equipment for the kitchen area in the Blue & Gold clubroom.
We thank her for this very generous gesture. The presentation to East Anglian Air Ambulance will take place in due course.
Monday 21 July Sleafordian Coaches on board with The Linnets
 Club officials announced on Monday that Lincolnshire based Sleafordian Coaches will be providing coach transport for the team this season as they embark on their first Blue Square North campaign. A club official added "we welcome Sleafordians interest in the club and we look forward to working with them over the next season".
Tuesday 8 July Dean West Departs
Popular full back Dean West was released by the club on Monday evening.
Making his debut in August 2005 he made 143 appearances, scoring three goals.
In his time at The Walks Dean has been the model professional who has given his all whenever called upon and is held in the highest regard by all of his team mates.
Everybody at the club wishes to place on record their thanks to Dean for his outstanding efforts whilst with the Linnets.
We also wish him well for the future.
Sunday 6 July Lynn sign Mark Peters
Lynn have completed the signing of Cambridge United defender Mark Peters in a one year deal.
A former Welsh Under-21 international, Peters, who is 36 today, started his career as a trainee with Manchester City in 1990 and moved on to Norwich City two years later.
Having spent a season at Carrow Road he joined Peterborough United where he made 23 appearances before beginning a five year spell at Mansfield.
The four years between 1999 and 2003 saw him at Rushden (139 appearances 10 goals).
Two years at Leyton Orient followed which included a brief loan period to Aldershot and then in August 2005 he joined Cambridge United.
He played against Lynn in the FA Trophy last season and took part in the play-offs at the end of the season against Burton Albion and Exeter.
He was released by Cambridge in May along with Courtney Pitt, Leo Fortune-West, Dan Chillingworth and Michael Hyem.
Saturday 5 July FA Youth Cup
Lynn have been drawn at home in the FA Youth Cup to Woodbridge Town - the tie to be played
w/c 8th September - the winners will travel to meet the winners of Diss Town v Stowmarket Town a fortnight later.
Player Update
The club are continuing their pursuit of further players to add to the squad as the countdown to the new season continues.
However the club are coming up against the usual problems as we attempt to secure players services.
After two days of intensive discussion and negotiations with a player the club's secretary Martin Davis was dispatched on a 200 mile round trip to the player's house to complete the formalities of the paperwork and secure his signature.
However on his arrival the player made extreme new financial demands to the club that were rejected and Martin returned home minus the player's signature.
This is the second time in a week that we have been rebuffed by a player.
The club wishes to reiterate to its supporters that we will continue in its pursuit of quality additions to the squad but we will not be held to ransom by players demanding fees that in our opinion are absurd and will break the club's budget policy.
We will continue to keep you updated.
Thursday 3 July Lynn home in the Setanta Shield
In the first round of the Setanta Shield Lynn will entertain Tamworth.
Tie to be played 9th September.
At this stage of the competition only Blue Square North and South teams are involved.
Wednesday 2 July Away Start
Lynn will start their first campaign in the Blue Square North with a trip to Burscough.
Home action begins the following Tuesday with Redditch United the visitors.
The Christmas fixtures sees a quick double against Gainsborough Trinity with Lynn acting as hosts on New Year's Day.
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Tuesday 1 July Julian Joachim Signs
Lynn unveiled their biggest capture for many seasons this morning when Julian Joachim put pen to paper to play for The Linnets in Blue Square North next season.
At a busy press conference which included Anglia TV cameras the experienced forward signed a 1 year contract before posing for the standard pictures around the ground.
With the first pre-season friendly just over a week away manager Keith Webb confirmed that he is still talking to various targets ahead of the league season that begins on August 9th.
 
Thursday 19 June Lynn sign Julian Joachim
The club are pleased to announce that centre forward, Julian Joachim, has today signed a pre contract agreement to play for King's Lynn in the Conference North this coming season.
The deal will be completed when he is released from his current contract with League Two Darlington on July 1st.
Julian Joachim became Darlington's most expensive signing when he joined from Boston United in August 2006 for ?100,000.
Born 20th September 1974 in Peterborough, Joachim joined Leicester City as a trainee and made his debut in 1992.
After making some hundred starts for Leicester he moved to Aston Villa in February 1996 for a ?1.5 million fee, Joachim rewarding Villa with thirty-nine goals in ninety league starts.
July 2001 saw the start of a three year stint at Coventry City where 69 appearances reaped 14 goals.
Joachim then moved to Leeds United in the summer of 2004 where the year saw him making a total of 31 appearances
scoring two goals. The season ended with a loan spell at Walsall where six goals were scored from eight starts - including a hat-trick against Hull City.
Rather than staying with Walsall, Joachim opted for a move to Boston United where he spent the 2005-06 season
where he went on to score nineteen goals.
August 2006 saw Joachim sign for Darlington, making a total of 87 appearances - scoring 16 times.
Matt Nolan Departs
Unfortunately the club have also to announce the departute of Matt Nolan.
We thank him for his past efforts and wish him well for the future.
Thursday 5 June Eleven Agree Terms
Eleven of last seasons championship winning squad have agreed terms for next season it has been confirmed today.
Scott Howie, Rob Murray, Ben Sedgemore, Ben Chapman, Greg Crane, Jack and Charlie Defty, Joe Francis, John Turner, Mark Camm and Andrew Fisk will all be signing on the dotted line shortly.
Negotiations are on going with further members of last season's team along with potential new signings.
One further friendly has been added to the list - a trip to Stamford on Saturday 26 July.
Reserve Team Manager announced
King's Lynn Football Club are pleased to announce that Steve Lilley has been appointed as the new reserve team manager and development coach.
Steve has been involved in coaching for many years and we welcome him to The Walks.
Wednesday 4 June Clyde to visit The Walks
Scottish First Division side Clyde will be at the Walks in July for a pre season friendly.
The match will take place on Tuesday 15 and is amongst four friendlies announced on Wednesday.
On the 10th of July a squad will travel to S&L Corby and then on 12th July Cambridge United visit The Walks.
The 19th of July sees a trip to Great Yarmouth Town.
Friday 30 May Mark Warren
The club can confirm that Mark Warren has declined the offer made to him by the club's board to play for The Linnets next season.
This now means that Mark is able to explore other avenues to play his football.
Boss Keith Webb praised his former captain. "Mark has made a big contribution to Lynn football club. I would like to place on record my thanks to him for all of his efforts whilst at the Walks and I wish him well for the future".
The club are also pursuing potential new signings with pre-season training now just a few weeks away.
Thursday 29 May Simon Weaver signs for Lynn
Lynn have completed the signing of Simon Weaver his afternoon. The 30 year old defender (b. 20.12/77) was born in Doncaster and his footballing career began as a trainee with Sheffield Wednesday.
A loan spell saw him make two appearances for Doncaster Rovers before he was released by Sheffield in August 1998.
He was signed by ex-Linnet Keith Alexander who was in charge of Ilkeston Town and then spent 18 months playing for Nuneaton Borough who released him at the end of the 2001-02 season.
He renewed acquaintances with Keith Alexander who by that time had become manager of Lincoln City and went on to make 101 appearances between May 2002 and December 2004, scoring five goals.
September 2004 saw Weaver on loan with Macclesfield but midway through the loan period he left Lincoln to join Kidderminster Harriers on a free transfer.
Kidderminster were relegated at the end of the 2004-05 season and Weaver joined Scarborough for whom he made 22 appearances.
A trail with Bury followed but Weaver eventually signed for Tamworth in August 2006 after two appearances as an unused substitute with York City.
Weaver subsequently signed for Boston United in December 2007, making 13 appearances and scoring three times, but could not agreed terms for the new season.
Friday 23 May Lynn announce first signing
Lynn announced their first signing of the summer late on Friday evening with the news that midfielder David Bridgewater had joined the club from Bromsgrove Rovers.
The 28 year old former Aston Villa trainee began his career at Preston. Spells at Welsh side TNS, Aberystwyth Town Telford United and Moor Green followed.
Bridgewater played against the Linnets in the 1-1 draw in March.
He made 40 starts for Bromsgrove having joined towards the end of the 2006-07 season.
Tuesday 20 May Bains Not for Lynn
The Linnets have learnt that defender Rikki Bains will not be joining them next season.
Bains joined Lynn in a loan move from Tamworth in February and made an instant impact when scoring on
his debut against Halesowen Town.
Despite the offer of a year's contract from Lynn, Bains turned the offer down with the player believed to be in talks with other clubs.
It is understood that Lynn will now turn their attentions elsewhere as they look to strengthen up for the new season.
Friday 16 May Conference North Confirmed
King's Lynn Football Club can today confirm that they will be playing Conference North football next season.
On receiving this news on Wednesday a considered representation was made by the club to the powers that be in respect of
ourselves being placed in the Conference South.
This however was unsuccessful so we now move on and continue preparation for the new season.
The club are pleased to report that sales of season tickets are very encouraging with only 14 days left of the "buy at last seasons prices" offer.
There has also been a very positive response to the shirt sponsor deal with a large number of people entering the ballot.
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