King's Lynn 3 Spalding United 2 Saturday 21st January Lynn conceded two sloppy goals in an entertaining game at the Walks as they completed the double over the Tulips. Lynn took the lead on 14 minutes when Jack Defty recorded his 150th goal in competitive Lynn first team colours. Steve Spriggs played the ball in from the right and initially it went over Defty but Jamie Thurlbourne's shot was turned into the net by the big man. The equaliser came eight minutes later as Lynn reorganised their defence following the loss of injured Ashley Deeney. Simon Mowbray was allowed space to curl his shot beyond Alex Street. Four minutes later Lynn were back in front when Jordan Yong charged forward to shoot home from just outside the penalty area, his effort going in off the post. On 35 minutes Lynn nearly added a third when Greg Smith headed against his own post. Lynn continued to create chances in the second half and it was no surprise when, on 72 minutes,they went 3-1 up when leading scorer Steve Spriggs scrambled the ball in from a Jamie Thurlbourne corner. Spalding were back in the game the following minute when Callum Earls' cross was only parried by Street leaving Mowbray to smash home the rebound. Lynn had the better chances and better possession throughout but the Tulips always looked dangerous on the break. A 3-2 win was deserved but with Long Buckby winning 3-0 against Boston Lynn's goal difference, which a few weeks ago looked a deciding factor in any tie on points, now looks more vulnerable. Lynn: Street, Deeney (Buhlemann 16), Yong (Watson 63), Fryatt, Wall, White, Spriggs, L Thurlbourne, Defty, Beaumont (Hughes 83), J Thurlbourne. Subs: Harris, Hails. Tulips: Conroy, Ford, Earls, Thompson, Fuff, Ashton, French, Brady (Harris 72), Smith, Mowbray, Miller. Subs: Lyon, Cherry, Hussey. Att: 635 Lynn Reserves match at Thrapston was postponed owing to a waterlogged pitch. King's Lynn 0 Norwich City Reserves 1 Wednesday 18th January A penalty from eighteen year old Matthew Ball was enough to remove Lynn from the Norfolk Senior Cup. The Norwich starting line-up showed eight players who had taken Chelsea to penalties in the FA Youth Cup last week and a less experienced team than that which defeated Dereham in the previous round.. City should have taken the lead on seven minutes when poor defending allowed Jamar Loza to sprint down the right to set up Reece Hall-Johnson but he sliced wide. Jamie Thurlbourne tested Matthews in the visiting goal as Lynn tried to respond. Lynn gained some success in winning corners and from these they began to look dangerous with Jack Defty going close with a header at the far post. In terms of possession and territory Lynn were having the edge with Stephen Spriigs in particular having some success on the Lynn right although both teams were guilty of giving the ball away too easily. Danny White forced Remi Matthews to concede a corner in the final minutes of the opening period in what was Lynn's best chance of the first period. In terms of chances the better ones had fallen to City in a goalless first half. A bright start to the second half saw Jack Defty's header go just wide and from the counter Ball scored but his effort was offside. Lynn began to get on top with Spriggs forcing City keeper Matthews into a good save at the expense of a corner. City won a penalty after Jack Defty was penalised for a clumsy challenge on Ball who took the spot kick to put the Canaries ahead on the hour. Lynn tried to get back into the game but the all important goal never came whilst Matthew Ball should have put the game beyond doubt with three minutes remaining but he lobbed over with just Street to beat. Lynn: Street, Deeney (Watson 72), Yong, Fryatt, Wall, White, Spriggs, L Thurlbourne (Hughes 72), Defty (Beaumont 72), Harris, J Thurlbourne. Unused Subs: Buhlemann, Hails Booked: Yong. Norwich: Matthews, Florence, Toffolo, Clunan, Barker, McKenzie (c), Hall-Johnson, Brindley (Cable 81), Loza, Ball (McGeehan 91) , Dawkin. Unused Subs: Jones, McFadden, Jacob Murphy. Attendance: 744. King's Lynn 2 Northampton Spencer 1 Saturday 14th January Lynn progressed to the quarter-final stages of the League Cup with a comfortable win over Northampton Spencer. It wasn't the most inspiring of matches with the first shot on goal not coming for some 15 minutes when Paul Pickering shot wide when well placed for the visitors. A Ben Coe effort for Lynn went wide and then a Coe cross was just missed by Jack Defty as Lynn began to threaten. The opening goal arrived on 20 minutes when Defty slotted home Spriggs' cross from 4 yards, his 14th of the season in all competitions and his 149th in a Lynn first team shirt. Ryan Fryatt spooned over on 24 minutes when well placed whilst at the other end Peter Okechukwu had the ball in the net for the visitors only for it to be ruled offside. Then on the stroke of half time Lynn doubled their lead when Coe rifled home Spriggs' cross from 10 yards. A bicycle kick from Liam Harrold was the first of the second had chances whilst Luke Owen, making his Lynn debut as substitute keeper, pulled off a good save to deny Pickering. A Jamie Thurlbourne trade mark free kick tested the keeper but then Spencer got a goal when a soft free kick from Joe Power found its way into the Lynn net. Harrold had a goal disallowed for offside after he had been set up by Spriggs evening up disallowed goals whilst penalty appeals were also one apiece. There were half chances at each end but Lynn comfortably played out the remaining time and will entertain Newport Pagnell in the next round.. Lynn: Hails (Owen), Deeney, J Thurlbourne, Fryatt, Buhlemann, White, Spriggs (Beaumont), L Thurlbourne, Defty (Hughes), Harrold, Coe Unused Subs: Yong, Wall. Booked: Coe Attendance: 507. King's Lynn 2 Kempston Rovers 0 Saturday 7th January The fate of the league title is back in Lynn's hands after this 2-0 win over Kempston and Long Buckby's draw at Cogenhoe. Lynn, who gave a debut to new signing Ashley Deeney, took the lead on 37 minutes when Robbie Harris hammered home a cross from Stephen Spriggs and increased it three minutes into the second half when Danny Beuamont converted Jamie Thurlbourne's centre. Lynn had chances before and after these goals with Beaumont forcing a good first half save from the visiting keeper on 25 minutes in a first half where Kempston showed some nice attacking moves whilst Lynn did not find their best form and Alex Street was called upon twice to deny the visitors with good saves.. Jamie Thurlbourne went close with a free kick in an improved second half performance to give Lynn a deserved three points. Lynn: Street, Deeney, Yong, Fryatt, Wall Hughes (Buhlemann), Spriggs, White, Harris (Harrold), Beaumont (Defty), J Thurlbourne Unused subs: Coe, Hails. Booked: Yong, J Thurlbourne Attendance: 657. Second half goals by Ton Barnes and Nelson Moriera saw Lynn Reserves to a 2-1 win at Kempston. Meanwhile Lynn manager Gary Setchell has been named December's Manager of the Month, an honour which is sometimes seen as a curse in terms of the results that follow such an award. Lynn sign defender Thursday 5th January Lynn have signed defender Ashley Deeney. The 20 year old (b. Milton Keynes 25/11/91) has signed from St Neots Towm having initially joined St Neots on loan from Luton in September 2011. A Luton Town scholar, he was given a professional contract in May 2011 having had spells on loan in his three year scholarship at Bedford Town, Arlesey Town and Leighton Town. Meanwhile Lynn manager Gary Setchell has been named December's Manager of the Month, an honour which is sometimes seen as a curse in terms of the results that follow such an award. King's Lynn 2 Newport Pagnell 1 Monday 2nd January Lynn seem to like to keep their supporters guessing as to the final score if recent matches are anything to go by. The opening half of Lynn's first game of 2012 saw then create the chances but somehow they failed to find the net. Ben Coe then hit the post and on 27 minutes Stephen Spriggs saw his header somehow kept out by the visiting keeper as Lynn dominated possession in the first half. Lynn were awarded a penalty when Rob Hughes' shot hit a defender's arm but Jamie Thurlbourne's spot kick went some two feet over the bar. The opening goal came on 79 minutes when The Swans' leading scorer Dominic Lawless slotted under Alex Street. Lynn threw everything forward and on 85 minutes Robbie Harris headed home Spriggs' cross. With two minutes remaining a fine individual effort from Spriggs saw him score from an acute angle to grab the points. Lynn: Street, L Thurlbourne, Yong, Buhlemann, Wall (Harrold), Hughes, Spriggs, White, Harris, Beaumont (Defty), Coe (J Thurlbourne) Unused Subs: Fryatt, Hails Booked: Beaumont, Spriggs, Hughes Attendance: 698 PNS 2 King's Lynn 2 Saturday 31st December With Lynn leading 2-0 and news that Long Buckby were trailing 2-1 at Holbeach and down to ten men it looked as if the year was to end with the destiny of the league title back in the hands of the Linnets. But the game turned when PNS introduced their substitutes whilst Long Buckby staged a remarkable fightback to leave things very much the same as they were. Lynn took the lead at Chestnut Avenue with just six minutes on the clock - Luke Thurlbourne heading home Stephen Spriggs' centre. Lynn continued to have the better of exchanges and went further ahead when Star defender Mark Cox was caught in possession and Stephen Spriggs made it 2-0 in the 57th minute. Lynn still appeared likely winners but then came the introduction of Karl Gibbs and Avelino Vieira for PNS and on 77 minutes Gibbs replied for Star shooting home after his first shot had been blocked. Lynn substitute Robbie Harris headed against the crossbar as Lynn looked to make the game safe but their 100% away record fell when Vieira's run into the box was halted illegally and Jon Stead scored from the spot to net his 22nd goal of the season. With 21 league games gone Lynn have accrued 56 points - the same number as last season when comparing like-for-like games. Lynn: Street, Fryatt, Yong, Wall, Buhlemann, Hughes, Spriggs (White), L Thurlbourne, Harrold (Harris), Beaumont (Moriera) J Thurlbourne. Unused Subs: Coe, Hails Booked: Luke Thurlbourne. Attendance; 466. King's Lynn 1 Holbeach United 0 Monday 26th December Holbeach are still searching for their first win at The Walks. The first half proved to be a cagey, tight affair with few goalmouth chances and neither keeper being called upon to make a serious save. Of the chances, Robbie Harris headed a cross wide on 7 minutes whilst at the other end on 15 minutes Dan Flack had appeals for a penalty turned down following a challenge by Jamie Thurlbourne. Just before half-time a Robbie Harris flick went just over the bar. Holbeach looked the stronger at the beginning of the second half but not for the first time this season it was the introduction of a substitute that turned the game. Danny Beaumont came on for Robbie Harris and on 70 minutes he won the corner which resulted in Jamie Thurlborne's kick being headed home by Stuart Wall. Lynn had efforts to put the result beyond doubt with Stephen Spriggs being denied by visiting keeper Leigh Overton and Liam Harrold saw his shot blocked. Lynn: Street, Fryatt, Yong, Buhlemann,Wall, Hughes, Spriggs, L Thurlbourne (White), Harrold, Harris (Beaumont), J Thurlbourne (Coe). Unused Subs: Moriera, Hails. Booked: Beaumont. Attendance: 1040. Apart from Lynn's game at PNS, all eyes will be on the Holbeach v Long Buckby game on Saturday. Long Buckby broke Daventry Town's record on Monday for the number of successive league wins. They have recently strengthened with the addition of defender Simon Underwood from Wellingborough Town. King's Lynn 3 Yaxley 2 Saturday 17th December Whether Lynn underestimated their opposition or Yaxley raised their game for the occasion - this match did not follow the pattern many expected, Lynn took the lead on 8 minutes when Danny Beaumont capitalised on a mistake in the Cuckoo's defence. Two minutes later, however, the visitor's were level through Lewis Stone's free kick which gave Alex Street no chance. The goals gave Yaxley confidence and they had the better of the exchanges for the next 20 minutes. Lynn fell further behind on 52 minutes through James De Sousa but Lynn rallied thanks to the introduction of Ben Coe and Robbie Harris. Rob Hughes equalised for Lynn on 63 minutes in a goal mouth scramble and three minutes later scored his second to give Lynn the lead. Lynn managed to hold on although Yaxley went close in the dying seconds. Lynn: Street, L Thurlbourne, Yong, Wall, Buhlemann, Hughes, Spriggs (Harris), White, Harrold (Fryatt), Beaumont, J Thurlbourne (Coe). Unused Sub: Hails. Booked: L Thurlbourne. Lynn Reserves strengthened their position at the top of the leage with a 4-2 win at Peterbrough Northern Star. Lynn Scorers: Luis Duarte, Gino Livoti, Nelson Moreira, and James Spittlehouse. Pat Bexfield departs Thursday 15th December Leaving The Walks is Pat Bexfield who is hoping to find football at a higher level. His contract was cancelled by mutual consent. Bexfiield made 78 appearances for Lynn since joining in August last year. Desborough 0 King's Lynn 5 Saturday 10th December Lynn continued to put pressure on rivals Long Buckby with a 5-0 win against the division's strugglers. Lynn scorers were Liam Harrold 2, Stephen Spriggs 2 and Robbie Harris. On the bench for Lynn was goalkeeper Luke Owen - brother-in-law to Jack Defty. Owen was a youth player for Cambridge City, Cambridge United and a professional for Bristol Rovers. He has spent time playing football in Scandinavia and was recently with Swedish Division Four (Tier Six) side Ytterhogdals IK. Lynn: Street, Fryatt (Bexfield), Yong, Wall, Buhlemann, Hughes, Spriggs (Beaumont), White (L Thurlbourne), Harrold, Harris, J Thurlbourne. Unused Sub: Owen Lynn Reserves returned to the top of the table with a 7-1 win over Blackstones Reserves. Lynn scorers: Ben Coe 2, Nelson Moreira, Gino Livoti, Ciaran Beales, Luke Biles, Adam Reeve Lynn 4 Wellingborough 3 Saturday 3rd December Lynn went back to the top of the Premier table for the first time since September after winning this thrilling encounter. It took just eight minutes for Lynn's latest recruit Liam Harrold to get on the scoresheet for his new club, converting a Rob Hughes free kick. A Stephen Spriggs goal after 24 minutes doubled the home lead, Hughes again the provider with a ball in from the right. Things took a dramatic turn at the start of the second half. Jason Turner started the Doughboys fightback after 47 minutes, rounding off a left wing move and he levelled seven minutes later after beating a defender. When Turner completed a hat trick from the penalty spot following a Danny White foul a minute before the hour an upset beckoned. Back came the Linnets with White putting them on terms from a Jamie Thurlbourne free kick after 77 minutes. Stuart Wall won the contest for Lynn seven minutes from the end, heading in Thurlbourne's corner. Lynn: Street, Fryatt, Bexfield, Wall, Buhlemann, Hughes, Spriggs (J Thurlbourne), White, Harrold (Moreira), Harris, Beaumont (Yong). Lynn sign striker Friday 2nd December Lynn have signed Liam Harrold from Yaxley. The 30 year old (b 28/06/81) Peterborough born striker came through the junior sides at Blackstones before embarking on a career which has seen him with a number of clubs. Liam Harrold started this season at Spalding United but was released having failed to make a regular first team place. He then moved on to Yaxley where he spent just three weeks before Lynn made their move. This is not the first time Harrold has been associated with a move to The Walks. In the summer of 2006 Tommy Taylor tried to sign him but he decided to stay with Wisbech Town. Last season Harrold was with Deeping Rangers where, as leading scorer, he notched 21 goals and the season prior to that he scored 22 goals from 39 appearances with St Neots. He has played for a number of clubs including St Neots Town, Mildenhall, Salisbury City, Wisbech Town, Corby Town, Boston Town, Arlesey Town, Blackstones, Deeping Rangers, Spalding and Yaxley. Lynn 2 Deeping Rangers 1 Tuesday 29th November Lynn completed the double over Deeping Rangers but it was a victory they did not deserve. Deeping started the stronger with Josh Moremann and Kevin Brader shooting wide in the early stages while Lynn's first goal attempt worthy of the name did not come until the 16th minute with Beaumont forcing a save from the visiting 'keeper. Lynn did come more into the game and took the lead on 25 minutes when Spencer Tinkler turned Stephen Spriggs' cross into his own net. Moremann pulled a goal back for Deeping ten minutes before the break taking advantage of sloppy defending. The second half was much the same as the first with Deeping missing chances through Matt Heron and then Alex Street pulling off a good save to deny the visitors. The introduction of Nelson Moriera added a more spark to Lynn going forward but it was Heron who hit the woodwork. With ten minutes remaining Lynn took the lead when Robbie Harris seized on a lose ball after Moriera had tested the 'keeper. Alex Street again came to Lynn's rescue in the closing stages as Lynn held on to the grab three precious and probably undeserved points The attendance of 425 was the lowest for a league game since May 1995 when 367 saw Stourbridge visit in the last match of the season. Comparing like-for-like matches with last season Lynn have two more points but have seen a reduction in the average league gate of 81. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Yong (White), Wall, Buhlemann, Hughes, Spriggs, L Thurlbourne, Harris, Beaumont (Moriera), J Thurlbourne (Coe) Acle United 0 King's Lynn 3 Saturday 26th November Lynn progressed to Friday's Norfolk Senior Cup quarter final draw with a 3-0 win over Acle.. Two goals in the space of six minutes set Lynn up for a comfortable half-time lead at Bridewell Lane. Both goals came from Jamie Thurlborne corners - the first on 22 minutes finding the head of Steve Spriggs and the second coming from a Robbie Harris back-flick. Danny Beaumont hit the post erly in the second half and Spriggs narrowly missed getting his second. For the hosts Simeon Randall forced Alex Stret into a good save just before substitute Nelson Moreira lobbed the keeper for Lynn's third goal with five minutes remaining. Lynn: Street, Fryatt, Bexfield (Yong), Wall, Buhlemann, Hughes, Spriggs, White, Harris (Moriera), Beaumont, J Thurlbourne (Coe), Unused Sub: L Thurlbourne. Lynn Reserves came from behind to beat Congenhoe 2-1 and move to the top of the table. Cogenhoe took the lead in the third minute but were reduced to ten men just before the half hour. Luke Biles equalised five minutes before half time and Tom McLeish made sure of all three points from the penalty spot some ten minutes before the final whistle. King's Lynn 2 Raunds Town 1 Tuesday 22 November A late goal from Nelson Moreira saved the 226 souls from enduring extra time at The Walks in this League Cup encounter. It was Lynn's lowest gate for a competitive game since January 2007 as Lynn gave a trial to Cypriot youth international Alex Konstantinou in a team that was a mixture of first teamers and reserves. Moriera gave Lynn a sevennth minute lead which they held until the 80th minute when Karl King equalised. Extra time looked a certainty but Moreira scored in injury time to set up a second round tie against Northampton Spencer. lynn: Hails, Daw, Duarte, Fryatt, Wall, Hughes (Biles), Konstantinou (Livoti), White, Barnes (Beales), Moriera, Coe. Unused Subs: Harris, Buhlemann Gresley 2 King's Lynn 0 Saturday 19 November Lynn's hopes of another FA Vase run ended at Moat Street on Saturday with the home tean running out deserved winners. Lynn: Street, Bexfield (Coe), Yong, Watson (Fryatt), Buhlemann, Hughes, Spriggs, L Thurbourne, Harris, Beaumont (White), J Thurbourne. Unused subs: Wall, Hails. Booked: L Thurlbourne. Attendance: 419 Blackstones 0 King's Lynn 2 Wednesday 16 November Lynn completed the double over Blackstones with goals from Steven Spriggs (3) and Jamie Thurlbourne (26) and in doing so recorded their 50th league goal of the season. The winning margin could have been much greater with the "woodwork" denying Lynn on two occasions. Lynn ended the game with ten men, Danny White picking up an ankle injury in time added on. Lynn: Street, Fryatt, Yong, Watson. Buhlemann, Hughes, Spriggs (White), L Thurlbourne (Bexfield), Harris, Beaumont, J Thurlbourne (Coe). Unused Subs: Barnes, Hails. Booked: Beaummont, White. Yong, Street, Attendance: 320 Daventry United 0 King's Lynn 1 Saturday 12 November Danny Beaumont's 8th minute goal and Lynn's third clean sheet from four league matches saw them sustain the pressure on the league leaders. It was three precious points from a below par performance and a worrying injury to Jack Defty ahead of tough games on Wednesday and Saturday. Lynn: Street, Fryatt, Bexfield, Watson. Buhlemann,White, Spriggs (Defty (Yong)), L Thurlbourne, Harris, Beaumont, J Thurlbourne (Coe). Attendance: 114 Lynn Reseerves came from behind to defeat their counterparts from Peterborough Northern Star in the final Reserve League Cuo group four match. Lynn finish top of their group thanks to goals from Luis Duarte and Ciaran Beales. Attendance: 157 Spalding United 0 King's Lynn 4 Tuesday 8th November Lynn swept aside the challenge of Spalding with two goals in each half. The home side started brightly with Ryan O'Laughlin testing Alex Street but once Lynn had taken the lead on 21 minutes the Tulips challenge began to wilt. Danny Beaumont swept in Jordan Yong's centre to give Lynn the lead and seven minutes later Jack Defty headed home Dan Buhlemann's cross to make it 2-0. Simon Mowbray was guilty of missing two chances for the home team each side of the interval but home chances were few and far between. Lynn's third came on 64 minutes from Danny White and Robbie Harris completed the scoring with five minutes remaining. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Yong (Coe), Watson, Buhlemann, Hughes, White, L Thurlbourne (Spriggs), Defty (Harris|), Beaumont, J Thurlbourne. Booked: Coe. Attendance: 425 King's Lynn 5 St Ives Town 1 Saturday 5th November They have have been unbeaten away in the league this season and one of the league's form teams, but Lynn easily brushed aside the challenge of St Ives. The first warning of what was to follow came on ten minutes when Jack Defty's through ball found Steve Spriggs, who picked out Jamie Thurlbourne to slot home but the effort was ruled offside. Eight minutes later Lynn took the lead when Jamie Thurlbourne delivered an inch-perfect corner for Dan Buhlemann to head home from 14 yards. The lead was doubled two minutes later with a Jamie Thurlbourne trademark freekick from some 30 yards.. With two minutes of the first half remaining Jordan Yong's darting run found Luke Thurlbourne who switched play to Spriggs to tap into an empty net. St Ives pulled a goal back on 51 minutes when Scott Fielding scored from the rebound after Street had pushed Conor Washington's penalty kick onto the bar. Danny Beaumont scored from a fee kick on 64 minutes. On 76 minutes Lynn had a further goal disallowed for offside - this time Luke Thurlbourne being denied the strike. Robbie Harris completed the Lynn nap hand with five minutes remaining. Lynn: Street, Bexfield (Fryatt), Yong, Watson, Buhlemann, Hughes, Spriggs (White), L Thurlbourne, Defty (Harris), Beaumont, J Thurlbourne. Unused Subs: Livoti, Hails GOALS from Ciaran Beales (2), Ben Coe and Adam Reeve saw Lynn Reserves win 5-1 at Huntingdon. Victory next Saturday against Peterborough Northern Star Reserves will ensure them reaching the knock-out stages of the Reserve League Cup. Tamworth 2 Lynn 1 Saturday 29th October Lynn's run in the FA Cup ended at Tamworth but they gave a good account of themselves against a team four steps higher. Lynn started brightly in an opening which saw chances at both ends before Lynn took the lead on 12 minutes with a trademark freekick from Jamie Thurlbourne following a handball by Courtney. Tamworth drew level on 22 minutes after Yong was penalised for a late challenge on Cain. From the resultant free kick the ball found Patterson who headed home. At the other end Jack Defty had a good chance to put Lynn back in front but his header was straight at the keeper. Alex Street became the busier of the two keepers, denying St. Aimie and then Patterson in the space of two minutes. Tamworth took the lead on 41 minutes when St Aimie headed home from a corner. Street was again called into action as the home side ended the first half in the driving seat. The second half resumed as the first half ended with Steeet blocking a header from Patterson and then St Aimie's header clipped the bar. Further chances fell to Tamworth with ex-Linnet Christie heading over and Green skying the ball over from two yards. Lynn never game up and Luke Thurlbourne almost forced a replay in the final minutes with a shot that went just over the bar. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Yong, Watson, Buhlemann, White, Spriggs, L. Thurlbourne, Defty, Beaumont (Harris 77), J. Thurlbourne (Livoti 87) Unused subs: Fryatt, Hails Booked: Yong, Watson. Attendance: 966 Boston FC 0 Lynn 1 Tuesday 25th October A Jack Defty goal on 71 minutes saw Lynn complete the double over Boston. Lynn created plenty of chnaces in the first half of a frantic, physical game but it was the introduction of substitutes Rob Hughes and Jamie Thurlbourne that resulted in the breakthrough. Boston came close to gaining a point in the last few minutes, forcing Alex Street into a fine double save. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Yong, Watson, Buhlemann, White, Spriggs (J Thurlbourne), L Thurlbourne, Defty, Harris (Hughes), Beaumont. Attendance: 271 King's Lynn 6 Northampton Spencer 0 Saturday 22nd October Lynn brushed aside the challenge of Northampton Spencer to score six for the second time this season. Spencer had not won in seven games but prior to that had won away to currently in-form St Ives. Quincy Showumnu in the visitor's goal was responsible for keeping the score down to single figures as here was a brace each for Robbie Harris, Steve Spriggs and Danny Beaumont. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Yong, Watson (Fryatt), Wall (Buhlemann), White, Spriggs, L Thurlbourne (Hughes), Harris, Beaumont, J Thurlbourne. Unused Subs: Defty, Hails. Booked: White. Attendance: 730 There was a shock for Lynn Reservess who went down 1-0 to Bourne Town Reserves - Bourne's first win of the season Rob Hughes signs Monday 17th October Rob Hughes has completed his move to The Walks from Spalding United. Born: 01 October 1986, Age 25. He started his career with Nottingham Forest progressing through the Reserves to make his first team debut as a substitute in September 2006. He was released at the end of the 2006-07 season having made two starts and two substitute appearances and went on to play for Stamford, Corby Town, Grantham Town and St Neots. It whilst he was at St Neots that Lynn first tried to sign him in the 2010-1i season but he was loaned to Deeping Rangers. He started the 2011-12 season with Spalding, his second spell with The Tulips. Lynn 3 Stratford 2 Saturday 15th October Lynn progressed to the fourth qualifying round of the FA Cup thanks to a Danny White goal three minutes before the end. Stratford took the lead with a little over two minutes on the clock when Ben Mackey took advantage of a poor clearance after a mix-up in the Lynn defence to fire into a virtually empty goal from 25 yards.. On 22 minutes there was a further setback for Lynn when Stuart wall appeared to be knocked out after an aerial challenge for the ball. He recover sufficiently to walk off the field to be replaced by Dan Buhlemman. Lynn were having the bulk of possession but could not convert this into an equalising goal while Stratford continued to look dangerous on the break. Lynn's breakthrough came seven minutes after the restart when Danny Beaumont's pace on Lynn's right allowed him to beat the defender and cross for Jack Defty to score on the half-volley from 10 yards. On 64 minutes Lynn took the lead with a delightful lob from Jack Defty who found himself one-on-one with the advancing keeper after a through ball from midfield, Defty's 145th goal in Lynn first team colours.. Stratford levelled matters on 71 minutes with a 35 yard shot from Mark Faulds but Lynn deservedly saved themselves a trip to Stratford when Danny White poked home to earn a place in Monday's draw. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Yong, Watson, Wall (Buhlemann), White, Spriggs, L Thurlbourne, Defty, Beamont (Harris), Coe (Reeve). Unused subs: Fryatt, Hails. Lynn 3 Sleaford 3 Tuesday 11th October Whilst Lynn have played barely a quarter of their league fixtures they find themselves in the all too familiar position of relying on rival clubs dropping points if Lynn are to gain promotion this season. Coming back from two goals down it looked that Lynn would get all three points but Alex Street's last minute blunder prevented Lynn recording their first double of the season. Liam Turnstall put the visitors ahead on 11 minutes and Liam Wright added a second on the half hour, a two goal margin that was as much to do with the visiting keepers heroics as Lynn's defensive frailties. Luke Thurlbourne pulled a goal back four minutes later and when Jack Defty equalised two minutes into the second half it looked only a matter of time before Lynn would take the lead. Sure enough Defty was on hand to put Lynn in front with six minutes left but Sleaford were gifted a point at the death. When comparing like-for-like games with last season, there is no difference in the points haul nor in the number of goals scored. Lynn: Street, Fryatt (Buhlemann), Yong, Watson, Wall, White, Spriggs, L Thurlbourne, Defty, Moriera (Harris), Beaumont. Unused Subs: Coe, Biles, Johnson. Booked: Fryatt. Lynn 3 Kempston 0 Saturday 8th October Lynn progressed to the next First Round of the league cup and a home draw against Raunds Town. Lynn: Hails,Bexfield (Wall), Buhlemann, Watson,Fryatt, Coe (White), Spriggs, L Thurlbourne, Beaumont, Moriera, Yong (Defty). Unused Sub: Street Booked: Bexfield, Beaumont, Buhlemann. Att: 470 Deeping Rangers 1 King's Lynn 5 Tuesday 4th October Lynn romped to a 4-0 half time lead brushing aside the expected tough challenge from Deeping and putting behind them the off-field troubles of the past 48 hours. It was, however, Deeping that looked the more dangerous early on and had this been converted into an opening goal the game may have had a very different result. All first half goals were from the top drawer beginning with a Jack Defty header from Nelson Moreira's cross on 12 minutes. Josh Moreman squandered a golden chance to equalise soon after but when Danny Beaumont put Lynn further ahead on 24 minutes it appeared there would only be one winner. Defty had a header cleared off the line and then came two goals just before half time. Nelson Moreira chipped the home keeper on 43 minutes and Beaumont scored from close range the following minute. Lynn continued the second half as they had finished the first with Danny Beaumont being denied a hat-trick on the restart by James Doughty. Deeping got a consolation on 68 minutes through Mark Jones and 10 minutes later Beaumont completed his hat trick. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Yong, Watson, Wall (Buhlemann 78), White, Spriggs (Fryatt 52), L Thurlburne, Defty, Moreira (Coe 73), Beaumont. Sub (not used): Hails. Booked: Moreira, White. Kevin Boon resigns, Cousins released Monday 3rd October The club have announced the departure of joint manager Kevin Boon. Gary Setchell will be in sole charge for the all important visit to Deeping Rangers. A club statement reads: "King's Lynn Town football club is saddened to hear that their joint team manager Kevin Boon has resigned from his position due to a fall out between himself and the player Paul Cousins. King's Lynn Town Football Club feels that it would be unfair to make the nature of the fall-out public, but the club would like to assure fans that any incidents which take place on or off the pitch are taken seriously and will be dealt with once all the facts have been considered." An article in the Lynn News throws further light on the matter: Linnets manager Kevin Boon sensationally quit the club yesterday-citing an alleged relationship involving the club stand in skipper Paul Cousins and Boon's daughter Michelle, who is the wife of ace goalscorer Robbie Harris. "My loyalty is with my family and I must stand by them". " I wanted Cousins suspended, but the club are continuing to play him. It's a principle at stake and I have to make a stand". A further statement was released by the club during lunchtime on 4th October.: "King's Lynn Town Football Club have this morning taken into account all aspects of the recent events involving Paul Cousins. The club have decided that his actions lacked respect for his fellow players and team and have therefore released him with immediate effect. "Robbie Harris will rest for tonight's game at Market Deeping and hope that he will make a full return for Saturdays home game. "We would like to thank the supporters who have shown support for the club and Robbie Harris in such a difficult time, our focus will now be on regrouping and ensuring that the fantastic season we have experienced so far continues." Lynn 4 Quorn 2 Saturday 1st October Lynn progressed to the third qualifying round of the FA Cup with a deserved win over step four side Quorn. Lynn took the lead on 13 minutes when Quorn's shaky defence was exposed as Steve Spriggs delivered a cross for Jack Defty to nod back into the path of Robbie Harris to stab the ball home. Lynn then had an effort cleared off the line before Ross Watson forced visiting keeper Matthew Nurse to save. The loss of Harris on 24 minutes seemed to see Lynn temporally lose their momentum and Quorn equalised on 29 minutes through Sam Leggitt five minutes later. Kris Nurse put the visitors in front three minutes after this but Lynn levelled matters on 37 minutes through substitute Nelson Moriera with Defty producing a combination of magic and perseverance to set Moriera up. A minute before half-time Defty put Lynn back in front with a curling effort and the match was settled three minutes into the second half when Moriera set up Spriggs. Lynn: Street, Bexfield (L Thurlbourne), Yong, Cousins, Wall, White, Spriggs, Watson, Defty (Coe), Harris (Moriera), Beaumont. Unused sub: Fryatt, Hails. Booked: L Thurlbourne. Attendance: 812. Lynn 0 Long Buckby 1 Saturday 24th September At least one 100% record had to go today - unfortnately it was that of Lynn. Some top-of-the-league encounters begin slowly as teams test each other out. Not so today as both started on the front foot. Fazel Koriya should have given Buckby an early lead but was thwarted by Alex Street into a save with Paul Cousins scrambling the ball clear. At the other end visiting keeper Tom Stephanou pulled off a double save to deny both Jack Defty and Steve Spriggs. Dan Quigley then saw his header tipped over the "woodwork" by Street with both teams not afraid of going forward. The deadlock was broken on 31 minutes when Jamie Thurlbourne's poor clearance was pounced on by Russell Dunkley who laid the ball back for Dan Quigley to shoot home from 20 yards. Danny Beaumont hit the post for Lynn on 39 minutes but Lynn were struggling to string passes together while Buckby were always dangerous on the break. The second half followed the same pattern as the first although Lynn did seem to lift their game when Robbie Harris was introduced although the decision to take Beaumont off when others appeared less effective mystified some. Some last ditch defending by Wall prevented the visitors going further ahead whilst a last minute header from White was tipped over the Buckby bar to deny Lynn a point - but it would have been a point that Lynn did not deserve. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Yong, Cousins, Wall, White, Spriggs, L Thurlbourne (Fryatt 84), Defty, Beaumont (Harris 56), J Thurlbourne (Coe 70), Subs: Bully, Fryatt, Coe, Hails Booked: Cousins, Defty, L Thurlbourne Att: 806 Lynn 3 Blackstones 1 Tuesday 20th September A combination of miserable weather and a run of home games was no doubt reflected in the lowest attendance at The Walks for a league game since Burnham visited in November 2002. On that occasion Jack Defty was on target with two of the five goals but last night his absence did not stop Lynn deservedly overcoming a spirited Blackstones team. Lynn attacked from the start and it was a combination of good goalkeeping from Lee Crocket, the "woodwork" and some near misses that kept Lynn at bay until the 41st minute. Jamie Thurlbourne scored his first league goal of the season with a drive which went in off the upright. Blackstones had looked dangerous on the break in the first half and, with Lynn a little sluggish at the start of the second, Alex Street was called upon to produce a finger tip save on 61 minutes and was beaten four minutes later only for the effort to be ruled offside. Lynn responded and Robbie Harris pounced on 71 minutes to double Lynn's lead. Blackstones got back into the match through Michael Nelson but the two goal margin was restored in the final seconds through Steve Spriggs. So Lynn maintain their 100% record with second placed Long Buckby the opposition on Saturday. Lynn: Street, Fryatt, Bexfield, Cousins, Wall, White, Spriggs, L.Thurlbourne, Beaumont, Harris, J.Thurlbourne (Coe 86). Unused Subs: Hails, Buhlemann, Barnes Attendance: 510. King's Lynn Town 1 Haverhill Rovers 0 Saturday 17th September An eighth minute Danny White goal saw Lynn progress to the second qualifying round of the FA Cup. White was on hand to blast the ball home after Haverhill had fail to clear Robbie Harris'low ball. Lynn deserved more than a single goal lead at the break but when they did manage to get a shot on target Alex Archer, a 17 year old on loan from Peterborough, was equal to it. Paul Cousins headed over while Ryan Fryatt just failed to connect with a Stephen Spriggs free-kick. Then Spriggs saw his volley saved by Archer. The second half was a far more even afair and Haverhill looked to have been awarded a 69th minute penalty when Ryan Fryatt handled Jack Higgs' cross. The referee, however, had second thoughts and gave a free kick on the edge of the area. Higgs hit the woodwork from the free kick and with 13 minutes remaining captain Paul Abbott had the visitors' best chnace of the game when he curled his shot wide of the far bottom left post with Street beaten. Lynn had chances to make the game safe but Archer produced a fine double save to deny subtitute Craig Calver and Spriggs. The draw will take place on Monday and the match will take place on Saturday 1st October. Lynn: Street, Fryatt, Yong, Cousins, Wall, White, Spriggs, Bexfield (Buhlemann 81), Defty, Harris (J Thurlbourne 65), Beaumont (Calver 77). Sub not used : Hails. Attendance: 836 St Ives Town 0 King's Lynn Town 1 Saturday 10th September A Danny White goal on 35 minutes saw Lynn maintain their unbeaten start in difficult conditions at Westwood Road. It could have been a very different result if Lee Ellison had not missed a penalty for the Saints some ten minutes earlier after Jack Defty had been adjudged to have fouled. Lynn: Street, L Thurlbourne (Fryatt 60 mins), Yong, Cousins, Wall, White, Spriggs (Coe 78), Bexfield, Defty, Harris (Calver 66), Beaumont. Sub (not used): Johnson. Booked: Defty, Cousins. Attendance: 374 Lynn Reserves came back from two down to defeat Thrapston Reserves 5-3 wth goals from Barnes 2, Reeve 2 and Moreira. King's Lynn Town 2 Soham Town 1 Saturday 3rd September Lynn preserved their 100% FA Cup record against the Greens although at times made the passage into the First Qualifying Round difficult for themselves. Lynn gave a debut on the bench to new signing Craig Calver who was once on the books of Southend and Yeovil and had recently trialed for Histon and Bishop's Stortford. A Jack Defty header broke the deadlock seconds before half time with his 140th goal for Lynn's first team from Jamie Thurlborune's cross. Prior to this there had been chances at both ends with Danny Beaumont going wide on five minutes and Jack Defty seeing his headed effort saved by the impressive visiting keeper Daniel Bircham. For the visitors Matthew Robinson and David Cobb threatened. Soham came out after the break looking for an equaliser and that nearly arrived when Andrew Coleman headed wide after Street had failed to intercept a corner. Lynn countered with Spriggs, Defty and White going close of seeing the efforts saved. Robinson put Soham back on level terms on 64 minutes. Alex Street was caught in possession and Robinson robbed him to walk the ball home. Lynn responded immediately and Steve Sprigg's headed home Jamie Thurlbourne's corner the following minute. There were chances galore at both ends with Calver showing that he had an eye for goal but maybe lacked the confidence to finish. A last gasp tackle by Ryan Fryatt and a goalline clearance from Jordan Yong denied the visitors the chance of a replay whilst Lynn failed to kill the tie despite creating the chances. Finally the "woodwork" came to Lynn's rescue to prevent Luke Hipwell scoring and see Lynn progress to a home tie against Haverhill Rovers in two weeks' time. Lynn: Street, L Thurlbourne, Yong, Cousins (Fryatt 83 mins), Wall, White, Spriggs, Bexfield, Defty (Calver), Beaumont (Harris 70), J Thurlbourne. Sub (not used): Hails. Booked: Beaumont, Calver. Attendance: 853. Lynn Reserves ran out 6-0 winners against Boston Town Reserves in their opening fixture of the Reserve League Cup. This competition is run as a mini-league in the early stages with each club playing the other members once. Lynn scorers were Nelson Moriera 4 and Ben Coe 2. Yaxley 1 King's Lynn Town 8 Saturday 27th August Lynn moved to top of the league by virtue of goals scored as they demolished Yaxley. Lynn opened the scoring in 2nd minute with a hopeful ball into box by Luke Thulborne, which was was met by Wall, with the Yaxley defence caught asleep. Thulborne almost turned villain few minutes later when robbed by Davis who's run and shot struck the Lynn woodwork. The dangerous Robbie Harris was denied by fingertip save from the home keeper, while a Jamie Thulborne centre was just missed by a diving Steve Spriggs. Lynn fans did not have to wait too much longer, before seeing their side double the advantage when Danny Beaumont found Harris, who made it 2-0 with a fine finish. The impressive Davis reduced the arrears in 21st minute, to give Yaxley a brief glimmer of hope. Harris then saw an effort scrambled off the line but from the resulting corner Beaumont slotted home no 3. A minute before half time Wall completed a emphatic first half display when he stabbed home from a corner to make it 4 - 1, with Beaumont and Harris an effective partnership . Lynn continued the demolition job in the second half, when Jamie Thulborne picked out Harris for his second shortly after the interval. The busy Jamie Thulborne put Beaumont clear for number six, before Harris set up the front man to complete his hat trick 2 minutes later. Harris deservedly completed his treble in the dying seconds. The final score line could have been so much worse for Yaxley with Beaumont, Spriggs, Bexfield (twice) and Cousins all missing further chances to add to the goal tally. The biggest win by a Lynn first team in the UCL was 9-0 at Wellingborough in 1947. Lynn: Street, L Thurlbourne, Yong, Cousins, Wall (Fryatt) , White. Spriggs (Coe), Bexfield, Harris, Beaumont, J Thurlborne Booked: Yong Lynn Reserves also moved to the top of the league - albeit by virtue of alpabetical order, with a 4-1 win over Huntingdon. Goal scorers were Barnes 2, Biles and Minns King's Lynn Town 2 Boston Town 0 Tuesday 23rd August Goals by Robbie Harris and Steve Spriggs see Lynn to victory against a tough Boston side. Both goals came in the second half, the second in stoppage time, after a poor first half display. Lynn: Street, Watson, Yong, Cousins, Wall, White (Bexfield 60), Spriggs, L.Thurlbourne, Defty, Beaumont (Harris 66), J. Thurlbourne (Coe 80) Attendance: 561 King's Lynn 6 Whitton United 1 Saturday 20th August A ten minute first half hat trick from Jack Defty killed of Whitton's brave challenge to set Lynn up with a Preliminary Round tie against Soham Town Rangers in two weeks time. Steve Spriggs had given Lynn a four minute lead but the visitors countered and but for some fine saves from Alex Street could have been in the lead prior to Defty's first on 21 minutes. Lynn added further goals in the second through Jamie Thurlbourne's 54th minute penalty and Danny Beaumont's 75th minute goal. Whitton got a deserved consolation with five minutes remaining through Anton Clarke. Elsewhere in Lynn's FA Cup "group" there were wins for Brantham Athletic and Haverhill Rovers. Sleaford Town 2 Lynn 3 Tuesday 16th August After a commanding first half Lynn had to be grateful for a late goal to secure all three points at Sleaford. The first half saw Lynn cruise into the lead when Danny Beaumont headed home Steve Spriggs' sixth minute cross and on 19 minutes Stuart Wall thundered in Jamie Thurlbourne's corner. The second half should have been just a matter of adding to the goal tally but two goals in nine minutes and some good keeping from Alex Street saw a tense finish. Sleaford's first came from the penalty spot and they equalised on 69 minutes. Ben Coe saved Lynn's blushes eight minutes from time but Lynn still had to look to Street to preserve the points. Lynn: Street, Watson, Duarte (Coe 75 mins), Fryatt, Wall, White, Spriggs (L. Thurlbourne 69), Buhleman (Harris 69), Defty, Beaumont, J. Thurlbourne. Sub (not used): Johnson. King's Lynn Town 6 Irchester United 1 Saturday 13 August A frustrating first half saw Irchester thwart the Linnets but their resistance crumbled in the second half and the league title favourites romped to an easy victory. Robbie Harris scored following a Steve Spriggs cross after 47 minutes, but a minute later Craig Lawman levelled for Irchester with a free kick. Ryan Fryatt headed Lynn back into the lead after 52 minutes and a Danny White double after 60 and 64 minutes put the match beyond doubt. Stephen Spriggs added numbr five three minutes later and last season's leading scorer Jack Defty completed the scoring fourteen minutes from time. Lynn: Street, Watson,, Duarte, Cousins (Fryatt 38), Wall, White, Spriggs, L Thurlbourne (Buhlemann 62), Defty, Harris (Beaumont 58), J Thurlbourne. Unused subs: Coe, Hails Summer Movements Signings Ben Coe returns to The Walks having been signed from Fakenham Town July 2011. Left sided player who represented Cambridge Schools after gaining experience at Cambridge City, Cambridge United and Norwich City Academy. Previously on the books of Downham. . Jordan Yong is a left footed defender who was spotted playing in Wisbech St Mary's under 8 side which resulted in him spending the next seven years at the Peterborough and Cambridge United academies before joining the Norwich City academy in July 2006. When he was not offered professional terms at Carrow Road he trialled for Southend and made an appearance for Lynn in a pre-season friendly defeat against S&L Corby in July 2008. He played for Wisbech in the 2009-10 season and then moved to New Zealand in the spring of 2010, playing for Richmond Athletic. Danny Beaumont has been signed on a two year deal in June 2011 from Dereham Town for an undisclosed fee. He spent four seasons at Dereham making 207 appearances scoring 112 goals. Wisbech captain Paul Cousins has agreed to sign for Lynn it has been reported. The tall 29 year old central defender joined Wisbech from March Town United in March 2007. He joined Dereham Town for a brief spell in the summer of 2008 but returned to the Fenmen that September. Stuart Wall has been signed by Lynn from Bedford Town. The Chelmsford born defender can play at either centre or right back. Starting at Peterborough he joined Coventry City and progressed through City's academy, playing in the highly successful team of 2005. He played for City Reserves before returning to Peterborough.in 2006 on a one year contract. Other clubs include Corby (who he joined in January 2008) and prior to that Alfreton Town (on loan), Cambridge City and Stamford (on-loan). Callum Reed joined Lynn from Wisbech Town. The 20 year old started his career with Peterborough United Youth and then Nottingham Forest before returning to London Road in a spell which saw him on loan to Spalding and St Neots. He has also represented the Republic of Ireland at Under 16 & Under 17 level. On release from Peterborough he joined Soham Town Rangers in the summer of 2009 and then moved onto Stamford before joining The Fenmen in November 2010. He returned to Wisbech a week before the start of the season saying that he was not enjoying his football at The Walks. Departures Martin McNeil, Jamie Alsop, Keiran Doherty, Callum Reed FA Hearing At the FA hearing on Thursday 23rd June Lynn were fined £150 with £50 costs and 5 penalty points and Coalville fined £75 with £50 costs and 3 penalty points. This the result of crowd trouble when the two clubs met in the second leg of the FA Vase semi-final. Lynn were in charged under FA Rule E20 (a) of failing to ensure players and/or officials conduct themselves in an orderly fashion. End of Season Awards First Team awards: Supporters' POY - Jack Defty Players' POY - Alex Street Chairman's POY - Ross Watson Sponsors' POY - Steven Spriggs Managers' POY - Jack Defty Reserve Team awards: Supporters' POY - Tom Barnes Players' POY - Tom McLeish Chairman's POY - Ryan Fryatt Sponsors' POY - Gino Livoti Managers' POY - James Spittlehouse Dereham Town 4 King's Lynn 1 Friday 13th May Lynn's last chance of silverware slipped away at Carrow Road against Dereham.Town. The score may not have reflected the number of chances Lynn had but it was Lynn's make-shift defence that was their undoing. Lynn fell behind on 15 minutes when Danny Beaumont curled in a superb shot from the corner of the area after Lynn had failed to clear a corner. Lynn's weakness in getting their defensive tackles in resulted in goal number two on 19 minutes, skipper Olly Willis scoring. Danny Beaumont added his second on 38 minutes, lifting the ball around Street after receiving Adam Smith's through ball. Dereham's fourth came on 50 minutes, as a ball in from the Lynn left went past Fryatt and Street who appeared to leave it for each other; Downes was presented with a simple tap in. Lynn, however, were not without their chances. Twice ex-Linnet Shaun Marshall pulled off class saves, whilst two other efforts were cleared of the Magpies goal line and a Jamie Thurlborne free kick hit the upright. Those efforts and some wayward finishing deserved something and Lynn's consolation goal did arrive on 66 minutes, Jack Defty heading home Jamie Thurlbourne's cross but it failed to inspire any late revival and the game petered away. Lynn: Street, Buhlemann, McLeish, L Thurlbourne, McNeil, Fryatt, Spriggs (Livoti), Doherty (Biles), Defty, Bacon (Moriera) J Thurlbourne. Booked: Doherty Attendance: 1356 Lynn Reserves 2 Bugbrooke St Michaels Reserves 4 Wednesday 4th May Lynn Reserves failed to pick up their second piece of silverware of the season despite twice coming back from a goal down in the Reserve Division Two Supplementary Cup Final at Irchester. Lynn fell behind to a ninth minute goal from Lance Allen but levelled matters on 33 minutes through Nelson Moreira. Despite good first half chances falling to Luis Duarte, Kevin White and Luke Biles it was Bugbrooke who were in front at the break with Allen scoring on 44 minutes. Lynn substitute Adam Reeve equalised three minutes after the restart but it was Bugbrooke who then created the chances with the Lynn goal being kept in tact by virtue of White's goalline clearance and Jack Johnson producing the save of the match. Bugbrooke were not to be denied and retook the lead through Lee Wilson on 71 minutes. George Hunt but the result beyond Lynn three minutes from time. Lynn: Johnson, Rawlings (Foster), McLeish, Paterson, Sturman, K White, Biles, Livoti, Beales (Reeve), Moreira, Duarte. On Monday Lynn Youth progressed to the semi-final of the Eastern Junior Cup with a 5-1 win against Rushden & Higham United. The remaining fixtures of the competition will be carried over. King's Lynn 3 Cogenhoe United 0 Saturday 30th April Lynn had the better of the early exchanges although it wa sthe visitors who had the best chnace, Alfie Taylor forcing Alex Street into a save. On 56 minutes a Chris Bacon header put Lynn ahead from a Steve Spriggs set-up. A fine individul effort from Robbie Harris on 86 minutes put the result beyond doubt. Chris Bacon tapped in following a Robbie Harris shot which was only parried by the visiting 'keeper in the final minute. Lynn: Street, Watson, Alsop, L Thurlbourne, McNeil, Stone (Bacon), Spriggs (Harris), White, J Defty, Bexfield, J Thurlbourne (Reeve). Subs: Hails. King's Lynn 3 Rothwell Corinthians 0 Thursday 28th April Lynn dominated this match against the division's bottom club but failed to achieve the goal tally that many were expecting. Poor finishing and some inspired goal keeping denied Lynn and it was not until the visitors had lost two players to injury, including their keeper, that Lynn made the breakthrough. Chris Bacon volleyed home Jamie Thurlbourne's cross from six yards on the hour mark. With four minutes remaining Jack Defty put the result beyond doubt when he headed home Jamie Thurlbourne's cross at the back post. In the final minute Pat Bexfield exchanged passed with Defty before scoring the third. Lynn: Street (Johnson 86), Watson, McNeil, Buhlemann, Alsop (L Thurlbourne 68), Bexfield, Spriggs, White, Defty, Bacon (Reeve 64), J Thurlbourne. Subs (not used): Stone, Doherty. Goals: Bacon (60), Defty (86), Bexfield (90) Booked: J Thurlbourne. Attendance: 523. King's Lynn 3 Holbeach United 0 Monday 25th April The three-nil scoreline flattered the home side with the winning margin only being established in the final two minutes. Chris Bacon had given Lynn the lead in first half stoppage time and late goals by Jamie Thurlbourne, a trade mark free kick, and a strike by Danny White gave Lynn the points but the Tigers had done enough to earn a share of the spoils but their finishing let them down. Simon Mowbray and Tommy Treacher both had one-on-one chances whilst Mitch Griffiths saw his late penalty saved by Alex Street. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, L. Thurlbourne, Stone (McNeil 75), Fryatt, Spriggs, White, Defty, Barnes (Bacon 9), J. Thurlbourne. Unused Subs: Buhlemann, Johnson. Goals: Bacon 45, J Thurlbourne 88, White 90. Booked: Fryatt. Att: 563 Older Linnets' News items King's Lynn 7 Desborough Town 0 Saturday 23rd April In weather suited more to a pre-season friendly Lynn completed the double over Desborough. Lynn took the lead on nine minutes when Steve Spriggs excellent wing play on the right set up Jack Defty for his 41st goal of the season from 4 yards. Robbie Harris headed Lynn two up on 15 minutes from Jamie Alsop's long ball in. Steve Spriggs added a curling shot from the angle of the six yard box for the third on 34 minutes as Lynn dominated. Four minutes later Jack Defty scored his second of the afternoon Robbie Harris supplying the ball for Defty to score from eight yards. Half-Time Lynn 4 Desborough 0 Lynn took the opportunity to give their younger players first team experience. Jack Defty completed his hat trick on 63 minutes with a header from Jamie Thurlbourne's corner. Steve Spriggs made it six three minutes later. Goal number seven saw Steve Spriggs complete his hat trick on 76 minutes. Alex Street pulled off a double save from Dan Rogers to deny Desborough a late consolation. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop (McLeish), Fryatt, Bully, L Thurbourne (Livoti), White, Spriggs, Harris (Barnes), Defty, J Thurbourne, Subs: Bacon, Stone, Attendance: 582. Northampton Spencer 3 King's Lynn 4 Tuesday 19th April Lynn completed their away league programme with a narrow victory over Northampton Spencer. Lynn took a two goal lead through a Danny White header on five minutes and a Jamie Thurlbourne free kick eleven minutes later. On eighteen minutes Bobby Leah headed home from a corner to give a 2-1 half-time scoreline with Lynn living dangerously. Steve Spriggs missed an early second half sitter before restoring Lynn's two goal margin seven minutes into the second half but with 24 minutes remaining Dan Stewart scored for the home side. Chris Bacon scored from a Dan Buhlemann pass into the home net on 87 minutes but Spencer came back again through Lewis Haycock to set up a tense finish. The 112 attendance was the lowest for a Lynn away league match this season. Lynn: Street, Alsop, McNeil, Watson, Bexfield, White, L Thurlborne, Spriggs (Buhlemann), Harris, J Defty, J Thurlborne (Bacon). Unused Subs: Doherty, Hails Booked: Watson, L Thurlbourne, Harris King's Lynn 2 St Neots 4 Saturday 16th April Lynn went down to their first home league defeat of the season to leave St Neots with every chance of securing promotion. St Neots took the lead on 29 minutes through Stefan Moore who lobbed Alex Street. Ross Watson tried to clear but the ball was judged over the line. The first half belonged to St Neots who were the quicker to settle although Lynn did create some opportunities. The two best chances for Lynn in the opening period fell to Chris Bacon but his finishing was found wanting. Mickey Hyem went down under a challenge from Bexfield who was dismissed with a straight red. Ex-Linnet Lewis Webb scored from the spot on 41 minutes to make it 2-0 to the Saints. Stefan Moore forced a full length save from Street as St Neots started the second half in dominant mood. Dan Jacob put the visitors 3-0 up on 50 minutes with a left footed shot that went in off the post. Jack Defty pulled a goal back for Lynn with a 57th minute header for his 40th goal of the season, Robbie Harris providing the cross. A minute later Lynn were awarded a penalty after Fordham handled the ball. Jamie Thurlbourne scored from the spot. Lynn raised their game but with 20 minutes remaining Alex Street kept Lynn in the game with a save from Webb. Jacob put the result beyond doubt with 9 minutes remaining and was booked for his provocative goal celebration. Lynn's fasting fading promotion challenge now relies on St Ives, Daventry and Long Buckby taking points from St Neots in the remaining games whilst Lynn must regroup for the challenge of their last away match at Northampton Spencer on Tuesday. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, L Thurlbourne, McNeil, Watson, Spriggs (White 52), Doherty, J Defty, Bacon (Harris 52), J Thurlbourne. Subs: Buhlemann, Fryatt, Hails. Booked: Doherty, Watson, L Thurlbourne. Sent Off: Bexfield. Saints: McShane, D Moore, Hyem, Webb, Gayle, Fordham, Green, Strachan (Kanadu 52), S Moore (Hilliard 60), Tolley, Jacob. Subs: Fuff, Scully, Trebes. Booked: Webb, Strachan, Fordham, Jacob Attendance: 1,445 Tom Barnes scored four as Lynn Reserves romped to a seven goal victory at Rushden & Higham. King's Lynn 1 Long Buckby 0 Tuesday 12th April A Chris Bacon goal bundled home on 52 seconds from Jamie Thurlbourne's set up was enough to give Lynn the points and keep the pressure on St Neots for Saturday's showdown. The Saints have yet to visit Long Buckby and on tonight's showing that may not be easy. Jack Defty hit the post in the second half as The Bucks searched for an equaliser but Lynn held on. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, L Thurlbourne, McNeil, Watson, Spriggs (White), Doherty (Buhlemann), J Defty (Harris), Bacon, J Thurlbourne. Attendance: 636 Daventry United 0 King's Lynn 5 Saturday 9th April Lynn's 50th competitive match of the season turned out to be something of a stroll in the spring sun against Daventry United. Lynn dominated from the start and took the lead on 14 minutes Jack Defty feeding strike partner Chris Bacon. Five minutes later Jack Defty scored from 2 yards following Jamie Thurlbourne's corner On 24 minutes a handball saw Jamie Thurlbourne put Lynn 3-0 up from the spot. A Robbie Harris shot was parried for the home keeper and Steve Spriggs was on hand to finish on the hour. Robbie Harris completed the scoring on 81 minutes after Chris Bacon miscued his effort. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, L Thurlbourne (White), McNeil, Watson, Spriggs, Doherty (Buhlemann), Defty (Harris), Bacon, J Thurlbourne. Unused Sub: , Fryatt Booked: Bexfield, Watson. Attendance; 127 St Ives 1 King's Lynn 0 Thursday 7th April Lynn failed to emulate the score of the reserve team from 24 hours earlier as they went out of the League Cup to the current holders. The home team had the better of the goal-less first half chances with Conor Washington putting the ball in the net but having his effort disallowed for a foul on Hails. Chris Bacon had Lynn's best chance just before the break - heading Robbie Harris's cross wide. The deciding goal came on 54 minutes when Scott Fielding shot home after Washington had beaten two defenders. St Ives were awarded a penalty on 79 minutes after Ryan Fryatt was adjudged to have fouled Fielding but Foster's kick was saved by Hails. Lynn applied late pressure but went down to their third defeat from four games. Lynn: Hails, Watson, J Thurlbourne, Buhlemann, Stone, Fryatt, Spriggs (J Defty), Doherty (L Thurlbourne), Bacon, Harris, White (Bexfield). St Ives Reserves 0 Lynn Reserves 3 Wednesday 6th April Kings Lynn Town Reserves won the new Club's first trophy on Thursday when they defeated St.Ives Town Reserves to take an unassailable lead in the UCL Reserve Division 2 with a comprehensive 3-0 victory at Westwood Road. It was their twentieth successive victory in all competitions winning the division with four league games still to play. The goals came from Tom Barnes in the 13th. minute and second half efforts from George Rawlings (78) and Gino Livoti (82). The Team will be presented with the Championship Shield and their momentos during the half time interval of next Tuesday's First Team match with Long Buckby. On Saturday, they are at home to Eynesbury Rovers Reserves, with a 3-00 p.m. kick off. King's Lynn 2 Coalville Town 3 Saturday 2nd April Lynn lost their unbeaten home record as they had no answer to The Ravens attack. The Linnets named three changes from the team that took part in the first leg whilst Coalville had the same starting line-up with just the one change on the bench.. Lynn needed an early goal but it was the visitors who got a perfect start on five minutes when a Callum Woodward free kick from some 20 yards was diverted into the Lynn net by a defender giving Street no chance. Jerome Murdock increased Coalville's lead on the half hour, a quick break seeing Murdock through to beat Street. The game turned on 57 minutes with a Robbie Harris brace in the space of two minutes but any hopes of a late comeback took a knock when Lynn were reduced to ten men on 69 minutes when Ross Watson was dismissed for a second yellow card. Matt Gardener put The Ravens 3-2 up in the following minute. Lynn: Street, Bexfield (Bacon 52), Alsop, McNeil, Watson, L Thurlbourne, White (Doherty 52), Spriggs, J Thurlbourne, Defty, Harris. Subs: Buhlemann, C Defty, Hails Sent Off: Watson (two yellows). Booked: Spriggs Attendance: 2,354 Best wishes to Coalville Town in the final King's Lynn 4 Yaxley 2 Tuesday 29th March Despite entertaining a club they had beaten 6-0 away from home and the division's most impotent attack, the Linnets managed to go two goals down before brushing aside the challenge of the Cuckoos. Yaxley took the lead on 16 minutes through Andy Beech following Alex Street's fumble and doubled the score on 38 minutes. At the other end Lynn had contrived to miss a number of chances which were either wide or straight at the 'keeper. It began to look as if Lynn would only score if they were given a penalty and that fortunately arrived on 42 minutes when Ricky Hailstone was adjudged to have handled and Jamie Thurlbourne made no mistake from the spot. The half-time talk obvious stung the Linnets into a reaction and they drew level on 48 minutes, Robbie Harris obliging from close range. Lynn took the lead on 70 minutes when Steve Spriggs was on hand to bundle home after Harris's header was not cleared properly by visiting keeper Peacock. Substitute Chris Bacon had a goal disallowed for a foul on 80 minutes but was rewarded on 90 minutes with a brave header. Sandwiched between to big FA Vase game it was hardly suprising that the game was watch by 587 Lynn's smallest league crowd since the visit of Spalding in April 2003 which attracted 533. With the season ending on four home matches it must be hoped that the destination of the league title goes to the wire to keep interest alive. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, L Thurlbourne, McNeil, Watson (Fryatt 88), Spriggs, White (Doherty 59), Defty (Bacon 77), Harris, J Thurlbourne. Subs (not used): Buhlemann, Hails. Booked: McNeil It was confirmed after the game that Dubi Ogbonna has been released by the club. Coalville Town 3 King's Lynn 0 Saturday 26 March Charlie Defty was the surprise inclusion in the squad making his 98th appearance in Lynn colours but only his second of the season. Lynn had the better chances in a frantic opening, the best chance being a Luke Thurlborne long range lob which went just over. The Ravens slowly came more into the match an took the lead on 33 minutes when Lee Miveld header home from a corner. Lynn nearly got back into the game when Luke Thurlborne put the ball narrowly wide on 43 minutes with Steve Spriggs inches away from the final touch. Matt Moore shaved the post in a lively opening to the second half. Lynn fell further behind on 55 minutes through Jerome Murdock. Murdock nearly added a second a few minutes later but was denied by Alex Street. The third goal came on 63 minutes from Murdock when the bounce of a long ball eluded two Lynn defenders. Sean Bowles in the home goal was tested by Robbie Harris - probably for the first time in the afternoon, on 66 minutes. Harris did get the ball in the net on 83 minutes but the referee's assistant had already signalled offside. Sean Bowles got a right had to a Luke Thurlbourne shot to divert it for a corner as 4 minutes of time added on were signalled. A mountain to climb next Saturday. Lynn: Street, C Defty (Harris), Alsop, L Thurlbourne, Buhlemann, Watson, Bexfield, Doherty, J Defty, Spriggs, J Thurlbourne. Unused Subs: McNeil, Bacon, Fryatt, Hails Booked: C Defty, Watson, Bexfield King's Lynn 2 S&L Corby 1 Tuesday 22th March The destination of the league title once again swung back into the hands of The Linnets following a narrow victory over S&L Corby. Lynn took the lead on 28 minutes from the edge of the box through Kieran Doherty for Lynn to take a half time lead with former Corby Town 'keeper Richard Lavin the busier of the custodians. Michael Byrne equalised for the visitors early in the second half and the match looked to be heading for a draw but when Ross Watson's run was halted in the area in injury time Jamie Thurlbourne stepped up to score from the spot. Lynn Street, Bexfield, Alsop, L Thurlbourne, Buhlemann, Watson, Spriggs, Doherty, Defty, Harris (Bacon), J Thurlbourne. Unused Subs: White, McNeil, Hails. Booked: Buhlemann, J Defty Att: 725 In addition to the news of St Neots drawing at Peterborough Northern Star it was also announced that St Neots had played an ineligible player against Lynn in the League Cup. This could lead to Lynn being re-instated in the competition. St Neots 2 King's Lynn 1 Saturday 19th March Lynn's long unbeaten run ended with League Cup defeat at St Neots, albeit with a Lynn team that had eight changes to the starting line-up that defeated Wellingborough on Tuesday. The home side bossed the opening 20 minutes before Lynn managed to settle and come into the game. Dubi Ogbonna had Lynn's first chance on 26 minutes but shot over whilst Robbie Harris and Danny Buhlemann were also off-target. The early exchanges had seen St Neots go close through Bryn Williams on 11 minutes, Hails then denied Tony Scully and Williams before Glen Fuff fired high and wide from an angled drive. Keiran Davies then shot wide of Matt Hails' goal before Lynn hit their purple patch. The half-time introduction of Dan Jacobs by the home side turned the game. His ball set up Keiran Davies on 58 minutes who was pulled down by Lynn keeper Hails. Tony Scully dispatching the resultant penalty. Any hopes Lynn had of coming back into the game ended on 81 minutes. Jacobs was once again involved in the move which saw Gavin Strachan (son of Gordon), who has made 27 appearances for Hinckley United this season, score on his debut. Lynn got a consolation goal deep into injury time when Keiran Doherty's free kick was knocked on by Chris Bacon for Ryan Fryatt to head home. Lynn: Hails, C Defty, Alsop (McLeish), Buhlemann, McNeil, Fryatt, Harris (Biles), Doherty, Bacon, Ogbonna, Livoti (Spriggs). Unused Subs: Watson, L Thurlbourne. Booked: C Defty, Hails, Ogbonna. Kings Lynn Reserves 2, Bugbrooke St. Michaels 1 The Reserves increased their lead at the top of UCL Reserve Div 2 with a narrow but deserved win over Bugbrooke St.Michaels to complete yet another League 'double'. After both keepers had made early saves Lynn took the lead on the half hour mark. Nelson Moreira receiving the ball from a throw in, moved into the box to fire low into the bottom corner. Keepers Johnson and Spavels both produced good stops to prevent any addition to the score before the interval. The visitors equalised after 58 mins. when they punished an error by the Lynn defence, cutting from the right to fire low past Johnson. Lynn regained the lead after 66 mins. with an 'own goal' when a Bugbrooke defender sliced Tom Barnes's cross into his own net. Lynn now created several chances to wrap up the points,but missed all of them. Bugbrooke got back into the game and Johnson again saved well. However when beaten by Ross Arundel, the forward's shot struck a post. Lynn had a final chance, but despite three attempts from point blank range by Barnes and Moreira, the Bugbrooke goal remained intact. Lynn Reserves 2 Irchester Reserves 1 Wednesday 16th March Lynn Reserves progressed to the Final of the UCL Reserve Division 2 Supplementary Cup with a hard earned victory over in a bruising and ill tempered game at 'The Walks'. Both sides were lucky to have a full complement of players by the end. Lynn took the lead with a bizarre goal after 7 minutes.The visitors' keeper mis-kicked a back pass onto Chris Bacon who gratefully accepted the gift. Livoti, Moreira and Duarte all had first half chances, before Irchester broke from midfield with Craig Lawman scoring with a powerful low shot which gave Hails no chance. Just earlier Stefan Morris missed a sitter for the 'Romans'. The first half had been marred by an ill tempered brawl in which several players were lucky not to have been dismissed. Lynn had a good period of pressure early in the second period and added to their score after 56 minutes. Gino Livoti played the ball to Chris Bacon who lobbed the advancing goal keeper. Lynn were seemingly denied a clear cut penalty when Livoti was upended when bearing down on goal. Lynn forced a series of corners, only cleared with great difficulty by the visitors. Further good attempts on goal were made by Bacon, Livoti and Barnes with Irchester's stand in keeper pulling off three good stops. Irchester tried hard to level the tie and Hails was alert to save from Daryl Lawman. Lynn ended the game pressing for a third goal and a cross from Livoti hit the back post with no one to follow up. When Referee Mark Brutleet, in his first game in the middle at this level blew the final whistle, Lynn were in another Final, on a netral ground against Bugbrooke St. Michaels or Thrapston Town - date to be confirmed. Team: Hails, Sturman, McLeish, Fryatt, J.Spittlehouse, K.White, Biles, Livoti, Bacon, Moreira (Barnes), Duarte (Reeve). Wellingborough Town 0 King's Lynn 2 Tuesday 15th March A brace from Jack Defty sees Lynn pass the 100 league goal mark for the season.. Lynn: Street, Bexfield (Fryatt), Alsop, L Thurlbourne, Buhlemann, Watson, Spriggs (Bacon), Doherty, Defty, Harris (Ogbonna), J Thurlbourne. Unused Subs McNeil, Hails. Newport Pagnell 2 King's Lynn 4 Saturday 12th March The Linnets inflicted the first home league defeat on The Swans since December 2009. Lynn fell behind on two minutes through Darren Lynch but soon brushed aside the home challenge with three goals in twelve minutes to give Lynn a 3-1 half-time lead. Luke Thurlbourne equalised on 11 minutes and Jack Defty headed Lynn in front four minutes later. Steve Spriggs completed the first half scoring on 23 minutes. Newport pulled a goal back through Vinnie Shrieves 28 seconds after the restart but a Robbie Harris goal on the hour secured the points for Lynn. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, L Thurlbourne, Buhlemann, Watson, Spriggs (Bacon 82), Doherty, Defty, Harris (Ogbonna 68), J Thurlbourne. Subs (not used): McNeil, Hails. Lynn Reserves 4 Raunds Reserves 0 Wednesday 9th March Lynn Reserves gained revenge over Raunds having been defeated in the reverse of this league match earlier in the season. Well on top in first half, Chris Bacon scored in the 18th. and 20th. minutes, he could/should have had more. Lynn went further ahead on 35 minute through an Abbott own goal. Luke Biles completed the scoring with a secon half penalty. Raunds came back into the game in the second half, but Lynn were always in control. Lynn: Hails, Sturman, Duarte, Fryatt, J.Spittlehouse, K.White, Biles, Doherty (McLeish), Bacon (Barnes), Moreira, Livoti (Rawlings). Attendance: 30. S & L Corby 3 King's Lynn Town 3 Tuesday 8th March Defensive errors proved costly as Lynn threw away a two goal lead and had to rely on a late Jamie Thurlbourne strike to rescue a point. Jack Defty gave Lynn the lead on four minutes and Steve Spriggs double the margin three minutes later. Liam Boath caught keeper Alex Street off his line just before the interval and two goals in as many minutes saw the home side in front with 19 minutes remaining as Lynn struggled to cope with the wind and the slope. A trade mark Jamie Thurlebourne free kick put Lynn level with just two minutes remaining. Lynn: Street, Buhlemann (Fryatt), Alsop, Watson, McNeil (Ogbonna), L Thurlebourne, Spriggs (Doherty), Bexfield, Defty, Harris, J Thurlebourne. Unused subs: Livoti, Hails. Booked: L.Thurlbourne, Watson, Bexfield, Defty. Lynn's Youth Team made Eastern Junior Cup progress on Monday with a 0-0 draw at Swaffham. Having topped their group they move on to the knock-out stage. King's Lynn Town 3 Rye United 1 aet Saturday 5th March Lynn: Street, Doherty (Obgonna h/t), Alsop, L Thurlbourne, Buhlemann (Harris 90), Watson, Bexfield, White, Defty, Spriggs (Bacon 105), J Thurlbourne. Subs: Bacon, McNeil, Hails. Bookings: Doherty, Watson, Alsop, White Att: 1,657. Raunds Town 0 King's Lynn Town 3 Tuesday 1st March Lynn moved to the top of the table for the first time since September as they completed the double over the Shopmates. Raunds, without a win since the 13th November and with three players suspended, were a goal down within seven minutes through Dubi Ogbonna. Four minutes later Jamie Thurlbourne scored his seventeenth goal of the season from the penalty spot. Pat Bexfield added a third on 28 minutes. Alex Street turned away Iain Blaikie's penalty two minutes later. Lynn: Street, Doherty, Alsop, L.Thurlbourne (Bacon), Buhlemann, Watson (Fryatt), Bexfield, White, Spriggs, Ogbonna (Reeve), J.Thurlbourne. Att: 150. It was the first time on Lynn's league travels that they have failed to attract the largest gate of the season for the home club. King's Lynn Town 1 Wellingborough 0 Saturday 26 February Lynn : Street, Doherty, Alsop, L Thurlbourne, Buhlemann, Watson, Bexfield (Spriggs), White, Defty, Ogbonna (Harris), J Thurlbourne. Subs (not used): McNeil, Reeve, Johnson. Bookings: Bexfield, White Goal: Watson (68) Attendance: 812 Yaxley 0 King's Lynn Town 6 Tuesday 22 February Lynn's biggest away win of the season saw them extend their unbeaten run in all competitions to 24 matches as they closed the gap of league leaders St Neots to four points. Lynn were given an early lead through a Jamie Thurlbourne penalty and he set up his brother for a 25 yard blockbuster on 18 minutes. A second penalty was converted by Jamie Thurlbourne on the half hour to give Lynn a 3-0 half-time advantage. Lynn went further ahead on 66 minutes through debutant Dubi Ogbonna and Robbie Harris added his name to the scoresheet on 72 minutes, following up after Pat Bexfield had seen effort cleared by the keeper's legs. . Bexfield was again denied on 82 minutes but substitute Jack Defty was on hand to tap home. Yaxley's hopes of a late consolation ended when Street turned away a long range effort from Richard Challinor. Lynn: Street, Doherty, Alsop. L Thurlbourne, Buhlemann (Fryatt), Watson, Bexfield, White, Ogbonna (Reeve), Harris, J Thurlbourne (J Defty) Linnets sign striker Setchell raids former club It has been announced that Lynn have signed Nigerian-born 19 year old forward Dubi Ogbonna from AFC Sudbury where, in a short stay, he scored one goal in three appearances, that on his debut against Harlow. He signed for Sudbury from Soham Town Rangers. He joined Histon when he was 16, but felt he had to leave after becoming disillusioned with the team's style of play under youth boss Ian Hart. He went on to Cambridge United and Southend United before returning to Histon. He then joined Soham where he had trials with both Celtic and Aberdeen. He scored nine goals in twenty appearances for Soham this season. The previous season saw him score twenty goals from 41 appearances. King's Lynn Town 4 Irchester United 1 Saturday 19 February Lynn made six changes to the team that defeated Thetford on Tuesday and, despite fielding a less experienced team, were too much for the challenge of Irchester and progressed to the quarter-final of the league cup. Lynn went ahead through Adam Reeve on 20 minutes who volleyed home Tom Barnes' cross. Pat Bexfield made it two on 42 minutes shooting home from 25 yards. Debutant Reeve scored his second on 64 minutes whilst substitute Gary Stohrer got a consolation for the visitors ten mnutes before the end. Pat Bexfueld completed his brace on 85 minutes. Overall an impressive display by the younger Linnets. Lynn: Hails, Sturman, Alsop (Duarte), Doherty, McNeil, Spittlehouse, Bexfield, White (Rawlings), Barnes (J Thurlbourne), Harris, Reeve. Att: 408. King's Lynn Town 5 Thetford Town 1 Tuesday 15 February Lynn moved into their 38th Norfolk Senior Cup Final when they brushed aside the challenge of Thetford Town on Tuesday evening. Lynn took the lead on three minutes through Robbie Harris who added a second on 24 minutes. The visitors puled a goal back just before half time through leading scorer Matt Dixon but a trademark free kick from Jamie Thurlbourne on 56 minutes followed a minute later with a goal from Danny White put the result beyond doubt Luke Thurlbourne completed the scoring just before the end. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Doherty, L Thurlbourne, Buhlemann (Fryatt 45) McNeil, Spriggs (Livoti 45), D White, Moreira (Barnes 59), Haris, J Thurlbourne. Subs (not used): Defty, K White. Booking: McNeil. King's Lynn Town 2 St Neots 1 Saturday 12 February Lynn progress to the quarter final of the FA Vase for the second time in their history with another victory over St Neots. Lynn Reserves maintain their position at the top of the league but have to fight for the points. Cogenhoe United 1 King's Lynn Town 1 Tuesday 8 February Lynn extended their unbeaten run to 21 games on Tuesday but a draw at Cogenhoe handed the control of the league title's destiny back to St Neots as they won their local derby at St Ives. Lynn were without stomach bug victim Steve Spriggs whilst Jamie Alsop pulled out in the warm-up. Even so the result could have been a different story had Lynn taken their chances. Jamie Thurlbourne's 13th goal of the season put Lynn in front on 12 minutes and despite numerous other chances the only other goal came from Matty Gearing's long-range strike that deceived Lynn 'keeper Alex Street. Street did produce two excellent saves to deny the home side a rare home win whilst Danny Buhlemann headed against the bar in stoppage time. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Buhlemann, L Thurlbourne, McNeil, Watson, Doherty, White, Defty, Harris (Bacon 67), J Thurlbourne. Subs (not used): Fryatt, Hails. St Neots Town 2 King's Lynn Town 4 Saturday 5 February Lynn come from behind twice to upset big spending league leaders and mov the destiny of the league title to their own hands. Meanwhile Lynn Reserves hit eight to go top of their division. King's Lynn Town 2 Deeping Rangers 0 Tuesday 1 February A Luke Thurlbourne strike on 22 minutes and Jack Defty's 31st goal of the season a minute before the end saw Lynn keep up the pressure on league leaders St Neots ahead of Saturday's big clash of the two sides. The attendance of 541 was Lynn's lowest league gate since the visit of Spalding United in April 2003. King's Lynn Town: Street, Bexfield (Doherty), Buhlemann, L Thurlbourne, McNeil, Watson, Spriggs, White, J Defty, Harris (Bacon), J. Thurlbourne. Subs (not used): Barnes, Moriera, Fryatt. The Fenman's "live" match coverage can be found here. King's Lynn 3 Peterborough NS 1 Saturday 29 January Lynn complete their games in hand over their title rivals whilst Lynn Reserves move to second in the table. Holbeach United 1 King's Lynn 3 Wednesday 26 January Lynn made the short trip to Carters Park tonight looking to extend their unbeaten run and in so doing make up ground at the top of the UCL. Two goals from Spriggs and a strike from Defty after a Joof equaliser ensured that the Linnets came away with all three points on a bitterly cold evening. Luke Thurlbourne was rested for this one and started on the bench, whilst McNeil replaced Buhlemann. The Tigers included Phil Newton, who featured for Lynn pre-season. Norton & Stocton Ancients 0 King's Lynn 1 Saturday 22 January The Linnets produced one of their best performances this season in order to earn a place in the last 16 of the FA Vase for the second time in their history. One goal settled this thrilling encounter and a well taken goal from Robbie Harris it was. Perhaps Lynn can look to Alex Street for his first half heroics as the deciding factor this afternoon, but in this current squad of players Lynn possess passion, fight and commitment. It was these factors that saw the away side through a backs to the wall second half, a half that saw The Ancients limited to very few clear cut chances. Lynn Reserves also won a hard fought match and keep their promotion prospects alive. Wroxham 0 King's Lynn 2 Lynn progressed to the semi-final stage of the Norfolk Senior Cup thanks to goals from Pat Bexfield and Robbie Harris. Lynn took the lead a minute before half time. Lynn were claiming a penalty and as play continued Pat Bexfield left-footed home. Wroxham had the first chance of the game when, after ten minutes, Ben Thompson put wide when through with just Alex Street to beat. Robbie Harris put the result beyond doubt wth some 15 minutes remaining. Shortly after this the home side were reduced to ten men when Andy Heald picked up a second yellow Nelson Moreira had an effort cleared off the line whilst at the other end Ross Durrant missed a chance of a consolation goal shooting wide a rebound which had come off the bar. So having defeated last year's FA Vase finalists there is just the matter of last season's quarter finalists this Saturday! Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, L Thurlbourne (Spriggs 19), McNeil, Buhlemann, White, Doherty, Defty (Moreira h/t), Harris, J Thurlbourne. Unused subs: Fryatt, Hails, Bacon Booked: Bexfield, Doherty. Attendance 241. King's Lynn 4 Northampton Spencer 1 Saturday 15 January Lynn took the lead on 11 minutes when Jack Defty side-footed home after Pat Bexfield and Chris Bacon had created the opportunity. A Jamie Alsop run resulted in Steve Spriggs scoring the second on 41 minutes. The Millers issued a reminder to Lynn just on half time when Phil Cassidy rattle the home post. Jack Defty put the game beyond doubt on 54 minutes having been played in by Spriggs. Lewis Haycock pulled a goal back for the visitors having sprung the Lynn offside trap on 72 minutes but on 86 minutes Steve Spriggs completed the scoring - Jack Defty setting up the opportunity. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, L.Thurlbourne (White), Buhlemann, Watson (NcNeil), Spriggs, Doherty, Defty, Bacon (Moreira), J.Thurlbourne . Subs: Harris, McNeil, Johnston. Booked: Bacon. Attendance: 711 Bugbrooke St Michaels' Reserves 1 Lynn Reserves 2 After Bugbrooke's pitch survived a 9-00 a.m. inspection, the Reserves found themselves playing on a very heavy surface and facing a gale force wind. Bugbrooke took an early lead after just 3 mins. A McLeish clearance rebounding to a home forward, who easily beat Matthew Hails from close range. A resolute home defence kept Lynn at bay in an evenly contested first half. In the second period, Lynn, with the wind in their favour, now came more into the game as they pressed for the equaliser. The wind was not always to their advantage, often making the judgement of a pass difficult, especially the final ball. Lynn finally levelled after 57 mins. Cairan Beales was fouled. Gino Livoti took the kick, placing a superb onto the head of Ryann Fryatt who headed a fine goal. Livoti then played a fine pass to Tom Barnes who hit a powerful shot inches over. After 82 mins. Adam Reeve found Barnes whose shot hit the bar and in the ensuing goalmouth scramble Ryan Fryatt toe poked the ball over the line to give Lynn the lead. Bugbrooke threw everything at Lynn in a desparate effort to level and were awarded a penalty kick in the dying seconds after Matthew Hails brought down a Bugbrooke forward. However, the Lynn keeper redeemed himself by making a superb save, diving to his right to push the ball well away from goal. Lynn hung on to gain their most hard fought victory of the campaign so far. Lynn: Hails, Sturman (Rawlings), McLeish, Fryatt, J.Spittlehouse, K.White, Biles, Livoti, Beales, Minns (Barnes), Duarte (Reeve). Not used. Hawes. In the Norfolk Senior Cup Lynn have been drawn at home in the semi-final to Thetford Town - assuming Lynn defeat Wroxham on Tuesday evening. Beckenham Town 1 King's Lynn 2 Saturday 8 January 2011 The Linnets had to come from behind this afternoon in order to beat their hosts and advance to the next round of the Vase and book a trip to last season's FA Vase quarter finalists Norton & Stockton Ancients in a fortnight's time. A game of two halves was played on a pitch of two halves, with the half of the pitch nearest the Beckenham clubhouse being sodden, a fact that led to Beckenham taking the lead. Indeed upon arrival at Eden Park Avenue, the talk was that any rain this morning would have seen yet another postponement of this tie. . . Lynn Reserves match was postponed but Gino Livoti and Thomas Mcleish were amongst the scorers as Norfolk defeat Herts 4-0 in the FA County Youth Cup. They are now through to the last eight in the competition. King's Lynn Town 10 Raunds Town 1 Saturday 1 January 2011 Lynn recorded their biggest UCL win not only of the season but the goal margin bettered that of 1937 when they defeated S&L Corby 10-2. A further victory followed on Monday when the Reserves won at Irchester. Click on ink below for match reports. . . Gt Yarmouth Tn 1 King's Lynn Town 5 Tuesday 14 December Lynn progressed to the quarter final of the Norfolk Senior Cup thanks to a hat-trick from Robbie Harris and goals from Jack Defty and Gino Lovoti. Lynn's opponents in the next round are either Wroxham or Cromer. Their tie was postponed 45 minutes before kick-off because of a frozen pitch - they will try again on Saturday - weather permitting. Lynn: Street, Bexfield (L Sturman 71), Alsop (T.McLeish 78), Doherty (F Minns 63), McNeil, Buhlemann, Livoti, White, J.Defty, Harris, J.Thurlbourne. Unused sub: Hails. Gino Livoti replaced Steve Spriggs in the starting line up as he was injured in the warm up. Lynn Goals: Harris 3, (4,43,78), J.Defty (39), Livoti (89). Attendance: 92. Referee: S.Meall. It is reported that Scott Cubberley has left the club with work commitments being given for his decision. Billy Smith released Tuesday 7 December The club have announced that Billy Smith has been released. Signed from Wisbech during the summer he made twelve league appearances. all from the substitutes' bench. In total he made 23 appearances, his only goal coming in the friendly against Stamford. Ross Watson signs Thursday 2 December Lynn have completed the signing of Ross Watson from AFC Stamford. The 22 year old defender, who can also play in midfield, started with his home club Yaxley as a schoolboy and progressed to Youth team skipper with Rushden & Diamonds prior to joining Cambridge City's academy along with Jamie Thurlbourne and Steve Spriggs in June 2004. Subsequently moved to Blackstones and then to Stamford in June 2008. He scored against Lynn in the pre-season friendly defeat at Stamford. Chris Bacon returns Thursday 25 November The club has announced the return of popular striker Chris Bacon. The 26 year old (b.24/01/84) has spent the past two season playing for Queensland League champions Sunshine Coast. Chris made his first team Lynn debut in August 2002 having progressed through the ranks with a reputation as a regular scorer in the youth and reserve sides. He was released in July 2005 by manager Tommy Taylor having made 114 appearances (including 62 as sub) scoring 25 goals. His 24th goal is probably the most memorable - coming on as substitute against Fisher and scoring the goal that ensured Lynn's promotion to the Southern League Premier Division. He went on to play for Grantham, Mildenhall Town (twice), Dereham Town, Noosa Lions (Australia) and AFC Sudbury. The club has also confirmed that Adam Millson has been released in order that the books may be balanced. St Ives 2 King's Lynn 2 Saturday 20 November A fantastic game of football finished all square this afternoon as Lynn looked to make up some ground on those above them in the league table. Those present witnessed some exciting football played in a great atmosphere at Westwood Road. Millson was handed a full Lynn debut and Cubberley started up front as Lynn reverted back to a 4-4-2 formation. Bexfield lined up at right back with Buhlemann and Luke Thurlbourne dropping to the bench. Read Lynn Shots' full report . . . The Linnets Reserves were playing their first home League fixture since August 28th. when they entertained St.Ives Town Reserves. With Captain Nelson Moreira back in the side, they made a great start after just nine mins. Moreira converting a hard low ball from Adam Reeve. Rawlings was the next to supply the Captain with a through ball, with which he ran 20yds. to slot past the keeper. St. Ives reduced the deficit after 16 minutes, following up a half cleared free kick to net from close range. On the half hour mark, Lynn restored the margin when Luke Biles played a good ball in Moreira who slid it home from 5 yards. Five mins. later Lynn made it four when Gino Livoti drilled home a loose ball. Ryan Fryatt was next to score when outjumping the St. Ives' defence, he headed a fine goal. Half time: Lynn 5, St. Ives 1. in what had been an excellent display of passing and movement. Four minutes into the second period, Lynn scored their sixth goal, again from Moreira who stroked the ball in at the back post following a good cross from Gino Livoti. Lynn continued to dominate proceedings, but were unable to score again despite creating innumerable chances after fine build up play. They had totally dominated the game and should have had more goals to show for the effort. Result: Kings Lynn Town 6, St. Ives Town 1, Attendance; 45. Team: Johnson, Rawlings (Patterson), Duarte, Fryatt, J.Spittlehouse, K.White, Biles, Livoti, Moreira (Foster), Minns, Reeve (Daw). Blackstones 1 King's Lynn 1 Wednesday 17 November Lynn were perhaps fortunate to escape from Lincoln Road with a point last night as the hosts looked to avenge the mauling they received at The Walks four weeks ago. Blackstones were always a threat with Staffieri and Nelson always lively and the Lynn defence had to produce arguably their best performance this season in order to keep them out. But for a disputed penalty it would have been the visitors who claimed all three points but that would have been tough justice for Blackstones. Read Lynn Shots' full report . . . Lynn Reserves maintained their 100% record in the Supplementary Cup with a 1-0 win at Boston. The goal came after 18 minutes of the second half when full back Geiorge Rawlinfs for forward to score from a narrow angle have accepted a pass from Gino Livoti. King's Lynn 4 Gorleston 0 Saturday 13 November Lynn came out on top in a one sided encounter this afternoon and booked their place in Monday's draw for the FA Vase 3rd Round. The home side took the lead in the 8th minute. Alsop crossed from the left and Defty headed in as Pride seemed to drop the ball as they both challenged. Despite lengthy protests the goal was allowed to stand. Lynn doubled their lead on 37 minutes. Defty flicked on and Spriggs drilled a ball across the face of goal. Harris bundled the ball home from 3 yards out. Half time: Lynn 2-0 Gorleston It was 3-0 after 58 minutes as Spriggs powered a shot inside the left hand post from 15 yards out, giving Pride no chance. Pride was injured superbly saving a goal bound effort from Spriggs and after a lengthy stoppage, Stone notched a fourth goal for Lynn, shooting home through a crowd of players from 12 yards. After 83 minutes Fryatt was dismissed by referee Barry after he brought down Forbes when the Gorleston striker was through on goal. Full time: Lynn 4-0 Gorleston Lynn: Street, Buhlemann, Alsop, L.Thurlbourne (Millson 68), McNeil (Fryatt 78), Stone, Spriggs, White, Defty, Bexfield (Doherty 60), Harris. Subs not used: Hails, Smith. Booked: Buhlemann, White. Sent off: Fryatt Gorleston: Pride, Blowers, Daniels, Williams, Herbert, Thompson, Sandford, Hough (Bartley 85), Forbes, Oldham (Mitchell 60), Hunn (Burgess 76). Subs not used: Kereche, Thurtle. Goals: Defty 8, Harris 37, Spriggs 58, Stone 66. Referee: S.Barry Att: 806 Report by lynn shot. Adam Millson completed his move to Lynn on Thursday evening. He joined Boston United's Centre of Excellence in July 2006 and made his first team debut in March 2008 and went on to make 33 league appearances in the 2008-09 season and was voted "Player of the Year". He suffered the second leg break of his career in Northern Premier League action against Nantwich and spent time on loan with Spaldng United but was released by Boston in the summer of 2010. He joined Grantham Town in August. Irchester 0 Lynn 5 Saturday 6th November It was a very comfortable afternoon for Lynn as victory meant a return to second place in the League and ensured that the Linnets maintained pressure on top of the table St Neots. The final scoreline was a testament to the Linnets total dominance in a one sided encounter as the travelling fans witnessed the best away performance of the season so far, one topped off with a Defty hat-trick. Stone made a welcome return to the centre of defence and with Buhlemann at right back, Bexfield was released to continue the role in central midfield he played last week against Daventry. Together with White and L.Thurlbourne this ensured that Lynn had plenty of energy in the middle, energy that totally over ran Irchester. Spriggs and J.Thurlbourne, together with Defty made up an attacking trio that meant Lynn had converted to a 4-3-3 system that was obviously designed to make sure that the midfield would be dominated and thus it was. Read Lynn Shots' full report . . . Eynesbury Reserves 3 Lynn Reserves 4 Lynn Reserves travelled to Eynesbury to play the Rovers Reserves in a re-arranged U.C.L.Reserve Division 2 match with a much depleted Team. With six players called up by Norfolk for their F.A.County Youth Cup game with Surrey they were always going to be up against it. When Captain Nelson Moreira cried off due to work, just prior to travelling it seemed they would have no chance. However the young Reserves are made of stern stuff and they took the game to their opponents. After 18 mins. Ciaran Beales followed up to score after Jonathon Hawes, playing in midfield had a shot blocked. This was the only goal of the first half. Rovers came back strongly at the start of the second half to take 2-1 lead, before Danny Foster scored from a 1 on 1 with the 'keeper and 16 year old Lynn debutant Nathan Daw scored with a tap in after a good cross from the right wing. Rovers levelled after 81 mins and it seemed the points would be shared, but Danny Foster had the last word for Lynn when he followed up to score after Beales had his shot blocked with just 5 mins. left. Lynn running out deserved 4-3 victors. Team; Johnson, Paterson (Daw), Duarte, Sturman, J.Spittlehouse, Rawlings, Hawes, Foster, Beales, Minns, Reeve (Franks). Last Wednesday, King's Lynn's Youth side set up an Eastern Junior Cup Group 4 decider with Swaffham Town (The Walks, Dec.8th. 7-45 p.m.) when they travelled to Watton United and won by 5-0 with a convincing performance despite the gale force wind conditions. The goals came from: Beales 2, Livoti, Minns and Sturman. Team: Johnson, Fountain (Paterson), McLeish, Sturman, Fryatt, Biles, Franks, Rawlings, Beales, Minns, Livoti (Foster). Norfolk Youth progressed in the FA County Youth Cup with a 3-0 win over Surrey - Lynn's Ryan Fryatt scoring one of the goals. King's Lynn 3 Daventry United 1 Saturday 30 October Lynn enjoyed a comfortable afternoon as they progressed in the League Cup and earned a home meeting with Irchester. Brady Stone made a welcome return to the home defence although he seemed to suffer a recurrence of the ankle injury that had kept him sidelined recently. There was a start for Smith, Cubberley and Harris as Lynn rang the changes and Bexfield began the game in a central midfield role. Read Lynn Shots' full report . . . Lynn Reserves gave a most lack lustre performance far below what they have been producing in U.C.L. action in recent weeks. Whether the tag of Cup favourites weighed too heavily or for some other reason the whole side gave a below par performance and it was no surprise in the end that they went out of the Competition by a score of 2-0 to the unbeaten Anglian Combination Division 2 leaders, Mundford. Mundford, given the advantage of having the tie switched to their ground due to Lynn's First Team match being at 'The Walks' took the lead in the first half from the penalty spot, after an incident in which Goalkeper Matthew Hails was cautioned. Mundford duly added a second goal midway through the second period. It was not until late in the game that Lynn had a worthwhile goal attempt, Tom Barnes hitting the cross bar with a strong shot. To complete Lynn's misery, Tom McLeish was dismissed for two yellow cards along with several other cautions for Lynn players. Lynn Team v Mundford: Hails, Sturman, McLeish, Plumb, Fryatt, K.White, Biles, Livoti, Moreira, Barnes, Duarte. Used subs: Beales, Foster, Rawlings Sleaford Town 1 King's Lynn 3 Lynn won their fifth successive league encounter last night in a game that was in the balance until the introduction of substitute Robbie Harris late on. Again the Linnets had to come from behind in order to claim the spoils and maintain pressure on league leaders St Neots. Read Lynn Shots' full report . . . Rothwell Corinthians 1 King's Lynn 5 Saturday 23 October Lynn had to overcome some strange officiating, going behind, adverse weather, a sloping deteriorating pitch and the second half dismissal of midfielder Jamie Thurlbourne in order to come away from their hosts with three points this afternoon. Those Lynn fans who did make the trip despite the late announcement of an increase in the usual admission cost witnessed a fine Lynn performance that kept the visitors second in the table. Lynn began with the same side that started the victories over Boston and Blackstones and the late introduction of Harris saw him make his 100th appearance in Lynn colours. There was also a place on the bench for Fryatt, the young reserve central defender. The home side made a very good start to the game as Lynn took time to come to terms with their surroundings. Ielapi and S.Morris were combining well although the Lynn goal wasn't under any serious threat. After 6 minutes Lynn started to exert some pressure, forcing a succession of corners, the third of which was headed wide by Defty as he climbed above the home defence. Five minutes later Spriggs played a fine ball in from the left, but Doherty at full stretch could only prod a low effort a yard wide. Defty was waiting to convert a Doherty cross a minute later but some good defending from Farrell meant a corner was the only reward. On 18 minutes Rothwell took a lead that they fully deserved, albeit with a somewhat fortunate goal. There seemed little danger as Tom Johnson stood over a free kick 5 yards inside the Lynn half but his speculative effort soon had an unsighted sprawling Street beaten. A couple of minutes later the heavens opened......literally. A heavy downpour had the majority of the crowd running for cover and the pitch was soon showing signs of cutting up as Lynn struggled to break down their opponents. Defty headed straight at Waters on 25 minutes as the rain continued to fall. A minute later the striker shot wide from a J.Thurlbourne corner. Lynn continued to pile pressure on their hosts, White and L.Thurlbourne beginning to dominate in midfield and on 36 minutes they eventually got some reward for their efforts. From a J.Thurlbourne cross to the back post Spriggs headed goalwards but Tom Johnson made a fine save and the referee awarded a penalty before booking the Rothwell defender. Defty calmly converted the spot kick and Lynn were back on terms. Two minutes later the away side had the lead that their hard earned dominance warranted. Defty rose high to head home a J.Thurlbourne corner 12 yards out, giving Waters no chance. Just before half time it was Lynn who had a stoke of fortune. Doherty looked to cross from out near the right touchline but the ball sailed over Waters into the home goal via the post. He celebrated by pointing to the heavens and Lynn had a two goal advantage. Street saved well from Ielapi shortly before the referee brought the first half to a close. Half time: Rothwell 1-3 King's Lynn Total playing time: 46:05 Neither side made changes at half time as Lynn looked to extend their lead, Waters pushing a Spriggs shot from the corner of the penalty area onto the crossbar. From the resultant corner L.Thurlbourne had a powerful effort blocked. Tom Johnson, who had infuriated the away fans with his goal celebration earlier made way for Whitmore on 53 minutes. Two minutes later Spriggs failed to control a L.Thurlbourne pass over the top of the Rothwell defence and Waters mopped up the danger. On 58 minutes Street saved well from a Ben Johnson free kick as Rothwell looked for a way back into the game. On 61 minutes Jamie Thurlbourne was booked for a foul committed by his brother Luke. Luke followed into the referees notebook seconds later and then on 64 minutes Jamie received a second yellow card when he brought down an opponent. With the first caution being a case of mistaken identity, Jamie left the field visibly upset and manager Setchell was sent from the away dugout. Play restarted with Spriggs moving out to the right leaving Defty alone up front as Lynn faced the last 25 minutes of the game with 10 men. However Lynn continued to push forward and a Spriggs fired a free kick just over on 67 minutes. Four minutes later Doherty and Defty got in each others way and the chance was wasted as Defty could only shoot wide. Defty stayed down and needed lengthy treatment before returning to the action. Rothwell began to make the most of their one man advantage as Jones shot wide on 77 minutes. Lynn were on the back foot as Rothwell poured forward and Street had to be at his best when he palmed away a fierce shot from Hay. However the away side weathered the storm and Waters saved well from a Spriggs shot before White's effort was blocked. Lynn needed a fourth goal to make the game safe and it arrived on 82 minutes when Spriggs rifled a shot past Waters from 15 yards to notch his fifth goal in 3 games. Harris came on for L.Thurlbourne on 84 minutes and celebrated a century of Lynn appearances by notching Lynns fifth of the afternoon three minutes later, slotting home after Waters had pushed away a Spriggs shot. A minute earlier Fryatt had replaced Buhlemann to make his first team debut. Rothwell by now had no more to offer and Lynn comfortably saw the remaining time out to claim a deserved victory. Full time: Rothwell 1-5 King's Lynn Total playing time: 50:02 Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, L.Thurlbourne (Harris 84), McNeil, Buhlemann (Fryatt 86), Spriggs, White, Defty (Cubberley 81), Doherty, J.Thurlbourne. Subs not used: Smith. Booked: J.Thurlbourne, L.Thurlbourne. Sent off: J.Thurlbourne Rothwell: Waters, Torrence, T.Johnson (Whitmore 53), Deacon, Farrell, Hockridge, D.Morris (Hay 59), Jones, Ielapi, S.Morris, B.Johnson. Subs not used: Redding, Plowright. Booked: T.Johnson Goals: Defty 36p, 38, Doherty 43, Spriggs 82, Harris 87. T. Johnson 18. Att: 162 Report by lynn shot. Lynn Res 2 Boston Town Res 0 WITH their well-deserved 2-0 victory over Boston Town Reserves, the Linnets Reserves qualified for the knockout stages of the Reserve Division Two Supplementary Cup and even if they lose their remaining group fixture at Boston they cannot be overtaken at the top of Group D. In a first half display of flowing football, two well- taken goals by skipper Nelson Moreira in the space of two minutes decided the issue against the Poachers' workmanlike second string. The second half was less productive as play became more individualistic as sometimes happens with a group of young players. A pleasing note was that Brady Stone made a welcome return to action following his long injury lay-off and came through okay. King's Lynn Town Reserves:, Hails, Sturman, McLeish, Plumb, Stone, Minns, Biles, Lavoti, Moreira, Barnes, Duarte. Subs (used): Rawlings, Foster and Beales. Attendance: 52. King's Lynn Town 5 Blackstones 1 Tuesday 19 October Although the final scoreline gives the impression that this game was a stroll for the home side, those who were present know different. Lynn only finished off their opponents with a late flurry of goals as they struggled to match the performance against Boston. Blackstones offered very little in the way of attacking flair and it was lucky for the home side that this was the case. For a large part of the game it was in the balance. But a win is a win, no matter how flattering and Lynn claimed the three points needed to go second in the league behind St Neots. Lynn named an unchanged side from the team that faced Boston as they looked to impress the expectant 767 crowd with another display of attacking football. However it was Blackstones who threatened first. Avis broke clear from the Lynn defence but as he looked to pull the ball across, Luke Thurlbourne was handily placed to clear the ball for a corner. On 8 minutes Defty rose to head a Jamie Thurlbourne cross wide but the referee had spotted a push and a free kick was the result. Four minutes later Lynn took the lead. White and Jamie Thurlbourne combined well down the left, Thurlbourne beat a defender and crossed for Spriggs who volleyed home via keeper Chambers and post from 12 yards. Chambers did well to push away Doherty's close range header on 15 minutes as the home side pushed forward hungry for more goals. Spriggs tried to do it all alone as he cut in from the left and shot from the corner of the penalty area but his effort went harmlessly wide. By now the Lynn crowd were cheering each pass as a powerful Luke Thurlbourne shot went wide. On 20 minutes Jamie Thurlbourne lined up one of his free kicks but on this occasion he shot well over. Four minutes later Spriggs played a delightful ball through to Defty, who beat Chambers but Hunnings saved his keeper by clearing. Chambers was soon busy again as he collected a Bexfield shot after good work by Spriggs and Luke Thurlbourne. The home side were dominating proceedings but were not converting the chances they were creating. However Blackstones needed the help of the woodwork on 26 minutes, as Doherty hit the bar with a powerful shot after turning well 7 yards out. Defty played in White seconds later but Chambers saved well at his feet. Street was finally tested on 32 minutes when Grange let fly from 25 yards. The home keeper seemed to get a touch as the ball hit his right hand post. Lynn hit back as firstly Jamie Thurlbourne and then White saw efforts deflected for corners before Lynn doubled their lead on 41 minutes. A Jamie Thurlbourne free kick was diverted into his own net by Pippard as McNeil pressured. A minute later Blackstones pulled a goal back in comical fashion. Street slipped as he attempted to clear and could only hit Buhlemann on the back. Cox rolled the ball into the unguarded net. Half time: King's Lynn 2-1 Blackstones Total playing time: 45:42 Neither side made changes at half time despite Avis missing 5 minutes of the first half as he received treatment from the Blackstones physio off the field. A minute after the restart Pippard was cautioned for bringing down Defty. White had an effort cleared off the line but the home side were soon having problems getting through the Blackstones defence. Very few chances were being created as the home side seemed to tire and the crowd got restless as the ball was constantly being given away. Street had to be alert on 69 minutes as Burns threatened seconds after Alsop had cleared a Pippard effort. The home side needed livening up and Harris replaced Spriggs on 71 minutes. The effect of the change was almost instantaneous as Harris was bundled over in the box by captain Porter. Defty slotted home the resultant spot kick to give Lynn a much needed two goal advantage. Two goals became three on 77 minutes. A Jamie Thurlbourne cross was dropped by Chambers at the feet of Harris who made no mistake. Buhlemann headed over eight minutes from time before Jamie Thurlbourne wrapped up proceedings with the goal of the night a minute from time. There seemed little on as he moved inside on the right so he unleashed a 25 yard curling effort that left Chambers standing still watching. The ball flew past him for Lynn's fifth of the evening. Full time: King's Lynn 5-1 Blackstones Total playing time: 47:55 King's Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, L.Thurlbourne, McNeil, Buhlemann, Spriggs (Harris 71), White, Defty (Cubberley 78), Doherty (Smith 86), J.Thurlbourne. Subs not used: Plumb, Barnes. Blackstones: Chambers, Grange, Ellis, Porter, Hunnings, Pippard, Avis (Holmes 52), Burns, Cox, Boome, Pearce (Oldaker 76). Subs not used: Goode. Booked: Pippard. Goals: Spriggs 12, own goal 41, Defty 73p, Harris 77, J.Thurlbourne 89. Cox 42. Att: 767 Report by lynn shot Lynn Reserves 7 St Ives Reserves 2 Saturday 16 October With four players playing for Norfolk in the F.A.County Youth Cup away to Dorset, Lynn Reserves drafted Billy Smith, Scott Cubberley and Kyle Plumb into their side to face St. Ives Town in a UCL Supplementary Cup tie at 'The Walks'. After going behind in the first minute to a carelessly conceded goal, they proceded to score almost at will for the next 40 minutes before giving another soft goal away right on the interval. In the second half, despite continuous pressure they were able to add just two further goals to the total. At times Lynn played some flowing football, but a more clinical approach in front of goal when well placed could easily have doubled the score. Team: Hails (Johnson), Rawlings, Duarte, Plumb, Sturman, Minns, Biles, Smith, Moreira, Cubberley, Foster (Patterson). Scorers: Cubberley 2, Minns, Biles, Smith, Moreira, Foster. Attendance: 102. Boston Reserves complete the Supplementary Cup group and victory against them at The Walks next Saturday will ensure a passage into the semi-final. Norfolk won their Cup tie 2-1 in Dorset with Lynn's Tom Barnes scoring the winner and being nominated " Man of the Match ". In the Norfolk Junior Cup Lynn Reserves have been drawn at home to Mundford currently undefeated in Anglian Combination Division 2. The match is to be played on Saturday 30th October at Mundford. King's Lynn Town 4 Boston FC 0 Tuesday 12 October Lynn brushed aside their opponents last night with a display of passing football that at times wouldn't have looked out of place at a certain London venue, one normally bedecked in red and not white. Boston had no answer for their opponents fluent movement and but for some fine saves from Doughty, the final scoreline could have been far worse for the Lincolnshire outfit unbeaten in the league since Lynns visit back in August. Doherty came in for the home side and Harris dropped to the bench as the only change to Saturdays starting line up. Defty shrugged off the back injury that saw him go off at the weekend and there was a place for Barnes, as the young striker was named a sub after some fine performances for the Reserves. Talk before the game was centered around how Lynn would shape up, but the Lynn management must have seen something after Saturdays win. It soon became clear that Spriggs had been given a free role across the front line, a role that would offer him plenty of chances in an explosive first half, most of which were duly taken as he completed a fine hat trick. Lynn showed their attacking intentions straight from the off, Doherty and Jamie Thurlbourne delivering some good balls into the area which White, Defty and Spriggs were just unable to convert. In the tenth minute Doherty attempted to do it all himself when he cut in from the right wing but was unable to beat Doughty with a curling effort. It was clear that Boston had come for a draw. Bull and Orrey were often isolated up front as the visitors defended deep and in numbers. It was shaping up to be a long night for The Poachers as the home outfit were being given plenty of time to stroke the ball about in an attempt to find a way through. All that was needed was the final ball to beat the first defender as Lynn looked hungry for goals. Alsop had an effort that went wide from 25 yards not long before the first goal came on 17 minutes. Luke Thurlbourne passed the ball to Spriggs 22 yards out and the 'midfielder' let fly with an unstoppable effort into the top right corner as Doughty looked on. Lynn had what seemed to be justified claims for a penalty on 24 minutes. Defty looked to be clearly pushed as he attempted to connect with a Jamie Thurlbourne cross but the referee ignored the shouts. It took until the 25th minute for the away side to have a sight of the Lynn goal, Pinner shooting well wide with a long range effort. Street and the Lynn defence were having a quiet evening and even when Bull threatened, McNeil and Buhlemann were up to the task. Doherty missed a great chance, scuffing an effort from 6 yards after a fine run from Spriggs to the byline. Doughty had to be alert on 29 minutes, scrambling away a 30 yard Bexfield shot down to his right. From the resultant corner played long to Luke Thurlbourne, Buhlemann could only divert Deftys cushioned header straight at the keeper. Orrey hit a shot wide on 34 minutes as the visitors made a rare foray forward before Spriggs went close. Defty laid a ball off and his shot from 10 yards was cleared off the line by Hocking. The relief for Boston was short lived however as Lynn doubled their advantage on 38 minutes. Doherty crossed from the right, Defty flicked on and Spriggs was on hand to nod home at the far post. It was no more than the home side deserved as they had totally dominated their opponents and further reward was forthcoming before half time. After Doherty skied another fine chance after good work from Luke Thurlbourne and Defty, Spriggs duly notched his and Lynns third of a totally one sided first half. This time the provider was Bexfield as he nodded home at the far post shortly before the first half came to a close. Half time: King's Lynn 3-0 Boston Total playing time: 45:28 The second half began with neither side making changes and with little change to the pattern of the game. Spriggs and Bexfield fired shots just over as the Lynn midfiled were being given plenty of time and space to play their passing game. Street gathered a tame Stainfield header on 53 minutes before Parker replaced Beck for the visitors. Doughty saved well from a powerful Jamie Thurlbourne free kick after 62 minutes before Doherty made way for Smith. He was soon in action again as he palmed away a White shot down low to his right before Luke Thurlbourne tested his handling again on 68 minutes, lashing in an effort from 20 yards. Lynn forced a succession of corners as the away side struggled to get into the Lynn half. Defty and Smith combined well to set up Bexfield but he beat both keeper and bar with a lifted effort. Hocking denied Spriggs with a superb last ditch tackle as he broke into the area after being released by Jamie Thurlbourne. Harris replaced Defty as the home side continued to look for more goals. Barnes was introduced into the action after 77 minutes to make his debut and he was soon worrying the away defence with some good runs and showing plenty of strength to hold off challenges. Harris stung Doughtys palms with a 20 yard effort on 80 minutes after the away side had a goal ruled out for offside. The one and only caution arrived on 83 minutes after Hocking brought down Harris. Two minutes later Lynn wrapped up the scoring. Good work from McNeil released White and he cracked a shot past Doughty from just outside the area. There was time for Harris to see his glancing header cleared off the line before the game finished in a comprehensive victory for the home side. Full time: King's Lynn 4-0 Boston Total playing time: 46:51 King's Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, L.Thurlbourne, McNeil, Buhlemann, Spriggs (Barnes 77), White, Defty (Harris 74), Doherty (Smith 65), J.Thurlbourne. Subs not used: Plumb, Cubberley. Boston Town: Doughty, Lambley, Hocking, Stainfield, Foster, Pinner (Foreman 76), Beck (Parker 57), Schiavi, Bull (Reeson 82), Orrey, Jackson. Sub not used: Anderson. Booking: Hocking. Goals: Spriggs 17,38,44, White 85 Att: 642 Report by lynn shot. . King's Lynn 4 St Ives Town 1 Lynn Reserves make Junior Cup progress Lynn returned to winning ways this afternoon with a performance that showed plenty of patience allied with some fine flowing football. Jamie Alsop returned from injury in place of Kieran Doherty, who was named a substitute, but who would play a major role in the afternoons proceedings. After a delayed kick off Lynn went straight for their opponents, White just being beaten in the air as he looked set to finish from a Jamie Thurlbourne cross. Lynn continued to pass the ball well and it was Alsop who threatened next, hitting the bar with a cross in the 7th minute with Armitage beaten. Street collected a tame Fielding header on 10 minutes as the away side slowly got into the game. Lynn took the lead with 15 minutes played. Jamie Thurlbourne floated in a cross from the left and Defty rose above his marker to head past a stranded Armitage. Lynn were forced into a change seven minutes later. Defty seemed to pick up a knock in the back and had to be replaced by Doherty. Doherty took up a position on the right of midfield with Spriggs slotting in to play in support of Harris. The away side drew level on 26 minutes. Fielding played a ball into the box, Matson laid it off for Dear who finished from 12 yards. Just past the half hour mark Spriggs went close to giving the home side back the lead. He outpaced the away defence latching onto a Jamie Thurlbourne through ball but his attempted flick past the keeper lacked power and Armitage managed to get a touch which enabled a defender to run back and clear the danger. Harris won a free kick five minutes before half time 25 yards out, which Jamie Thurlbourne fizzed over the bar. Fielding picked up a caution for dissent just before half time as St Ives held off Lynn, who despite having plenty of possession seemed to be lacking the wherewithal to find the net again. Indeed it was St. Ives who almost took the lead against the run off play but Buhlemann was handily placed to clear a headed effort off the line just before the refereee brought the first half to a close. Half time: King's Lynn 1-1 St Ives Total playing time: 46:34 Neither side made any further changes as the second half got underway with Lynn looking to push their opponents back. Dear was cautioned for bringing down Luke Thurlbourne, who was now wearing the captain's armband. Harris threatened but he was unable to control a Jamie Thurlbourne cross and a minute later Spriggs failed to notice an unmarked Harris when he shot tamely at Armitage after good work on the right. The away side should have taken the lead on 51 minutes. The ball was lost in an attacking position and Fielding raced clear but instead of passing to Matson, who was unmarked with an open goal, he allowed Street to save his weak effort. Armitage saved a Jamie Thurlbourne free kick well down to his left as Lynn slowly upped the tempo in an effort to force a goal. White was a willing runner as he worked hard to provide a link in midfield. Jamie Thurlbourne was causing all kinds of problems down the left and Doherty and Spriggs were combining well on the other flank as Lynn finally managed to take the lead on 68 minutes. Doherty worked his way to the byline and crossed for Luke Thurlbourne who headed home from 7 yards. The home fans were treated to the second trademark celebration in two games. Lynn were now well on top and added two further goals in quick succession. Firstly on 72 minutes Doherty powered into the box to score with an unstoppable header from a Jamie Thurlbourne cross and three minutes later yet another JT cross, this time from the right, was headed home by McNeil. Luke Thurbourne seemed to say something to the referee after being penalised on 80 minutes and was booked. Buhlemann had his name taken three minutes from time and from the resultant free kick, Newman failed to test Street with an overhead effort. The referee blew for full time and Lynn had wrapped up a deserved victory with a second half display which saw plenty of possession and finally some rewards. Full time: King's Lynn 4-1 St Ives Total playing time: 47:46 King's Lynn: Street, Bexfield (Plumb 74), Alsop, L.Thurlbourne, McNeil, Buhlemann, Spriggs, White, Defty (Doherty 22), Harris (Smith 80), J.Thurlbourne. Bookings: L.Thurlbourne, Buhlemann, McNeil. St Ives: Armitage, Bannister, Duncliffe, Newman, Phillips, Dear, Cobb (Ekins 80), Foster, Fielding (Everdell 75), Matson, Foreman (Ade 75). Bookings: Fielding, Dear, Matson. Goals: Defty 15, L.Thurlbourne 68, Doherty 72, McNeil 75. Dear 26. Att: 829 Report by lynn shot. Kings Lynn Town Reserves moved into the 3rd. Round of the Norfolk Junior Cup with an excellent 3-1 victory over last year's Semi-Finalists, Catfield. Having suffered the disappointment of having to concede home advantage, they did well to withstand very physical opponents who had two players sent off and several others cautioned. They got off to a fine start with early goals from Luis Duarte (2 mins.) and debutant Kevin White (11 mins.) before Catfield pulled a goal back on the half hour. A superb header from Ryan Fryatt clinched the tie as he powered home a Gino Livoti free kick in the 71st. minute. Team: Hails, Sturman, McLeish, Fryatt, Hawes, K.White, Biles, Livoti, Moreira (Beales), Barnes, Duarte. Subs. n.u.: Rawlings, Minns, Reeve, Johnson. Deeping Rangers 2 King's Lynn 1 Tuesday 5 October Lynn went down to their second defeat of the season last night against a Deeping side showing plenty of spirit and belying their lowly league position. Lynn started the game with an unchanged line up from Saturdays Vase success. Fryatt, a central defender with the Reserves, took a place on the bench as Lynn were still without Stone, Ablett and Alsop. The away side started the better, Doherty being prominent playing a couple of dangerous balls into the area which unfortunately came to nothing. Deeping came more into the game and took the lead on 11 minutes. Oliver, who had a terrific first half, was on hand to head home from a few yards, giving Street no chance. Three minutes later, Street had to be alert when Porter let fly from 30 yards, but he saved well down to his right and forced the ball away for a corner. The Lynn goal was under siege as Deeping ran the show. Jones was allowed to get forward from left back and he forced Street to save twice in quick succession. The home side gained a deserved two goal advantage on 24 minutes. Jones played a ball into the Lynn box and Hand hit an effort across Street into the corner of the net. Soon after Pascu was unlucky not to extend the lead, hitting the post with a fierce effort. Lynn pulled a goal back after 27 minutes. Luke Thurlbourne volleying home superbly from 25 yards after a corner had been cleared to him. Lynn pressed for an equaliser, Spriggs played a ball across the six yard area but there wasn't a Lynn player on hand to finish. On 36 minutes the equaliser seemed to have arrived. A Jamie Thurlbourne cross from the right was headed towards goal by Defty and seemed to have crossed the line before being hooked clear by Jones. The Lynn players and fans celebrated what seemed a clear goal, the referees assistant appeared to signal that a goal had been scored, however the referee allowed play to continue. After consulting his assistant, the referee cautioned Tinkler and McNeil and play restarted with a Deeping free kick. On 42 minutes Oliver broke clear from Buhlemann, lobbed an effort over Street but the ball landed on top of the net. The referee brought the first half to a close with no further addition to the scoring. Half time: Deeping 2-1 King's Lynn Total playing time: 46:09 There were no changes at half time as Lynn came out and pushed hard to get back on terms, forcing a couple of corners which came to nothing. Spriggs was booked on 51 minutes for simulation when he went down in the penalty area. The same player broke into the box a minute later, laid the ball across for White but Crockett gathered well at his feet. Lynn were having plenty of possession but the final ball was always disappointing. Oliver forced Street into action with an overhead effort on 59 minutes. Four minutes later Bexfield hit a powerful shot from 25 yards but Crockett saved well down to his right. From the resultant corner McNeil could only head the ball upwards and tamely into the keepers hands. Hand was then cautioned for bringing down Luke Thurlbourne. Spriggs missed a great chance on 66 minutes. Lynn were playing some terrific football in midfield, Jamie Thurlbourne crossed from the left and Spriggs, on his own at the far post, seemed to slip as he connected with the ball with the goal wide open and a goal kick ensued. Lynn made a change on 69 minutes, Smith coming on for Harris. Birtles replaced Pascu for the home side 6 minutes later. By now Lynn were running out of ideas. A succession of long balls towards the well marshalled Defty were being dealt with comfortably by the home side. Plumb replaced McNeil on 83 minutes and Lynn were now playing three at the back as Plumb went up front. Two minutes later Murrell was cautioned for time wasting as Deeping looked to hold on to their advantage. There was a couple of efforts from Doherty and Luke Thurlbourne before White was booked. The home side almost wrapped things up just before the final whistle, Oliver just failing to hit the target with a glancing header from a Birtles cross. The referee blew for full time and needed an escort from the field of play as the away fans voiced their anger towards him. Full time: Deeping 2-1 King's Lynn Total playing time 48:20 King's Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Doherty, L. Thurlbourne, McNeil (Plumb 83), Buhlemann, Spriggs, White, Defty, Harris (Smith 69), J.Thurlbourne. Subs not used: Hails, Fryatt, Kelly. Booked: McNeil, Spriggs, White Deeping: Crockett, Murrell, Porter, Jones, Brown, Heron, Stevenson, Tinkler, Oliver, Hand, Pascu (Birtles 75). Subs not used: Goodliffe, Hussey. Booked: Tinkler, Hand, Murrell Goals: L.Thurlbourne 27. Oliver 11, Hand 24. Att: 307 Report by lynn shot Thrapston 2 Lynn 4 Saturday 2 October A comfortable scoreline was made a little closer than it should of been as Lynn secured a place in Mondays 2nd Round Vase draw, by way of sitting back and some woeful finishing. Lynn dominated in periods but Thrapston deserved their late mini comeback as they battled away until the final whistle. Buhlemann and Doherty came in for Ablett and Alsop as the only changes from last Saturdays starting lineup, Buhlemann playing in central defence with Doherty at left back. The home side were the first to threaten to open the scoring in the 2nd minute but Street saved well from Goosey. Lynn took a while to adapt to the pitch conditions as some of the players had trouble staying on their feet. In the 5th minute Harris headed wide from a Spriggs cross but Street was soon called into action again when he had to react quickly to keep out an effort from Daldy. Lynn took the lead after 16 minutes. A clever flick on from Defty found Spriggs free just outside the box on the left. Spriggs crossed for Harris who chested the ball past Jones. Thrapston went close to equalising a minute later when Morgan, breaking free of the Lynn defence could only shoot into the side netting from a tight angle. Lynn were struggling to play their usual passing game as Thrapston continued to threaten. On the half hour Lynn were given the opportunity to extend their lead when Defty was pushed to the ground trying to get on the end of a Spriggs cross. Defty picked himself up to confidently dispatch the penalty. Daldy wasted a great chance on 38 minutes when he lifted his shot over an advancing Street and crossbar whilst clean through on goal. Lynn managed to hold on to their two goal advantage until the break. Half time: Thrapston 0-2 King's Lynn Total playing time: 47:50 The home side were sent out 5 minutes early as Lynn made a change to their lineup, McNeil making way for Plumb, who was soon into the action when he had a powerful effort cleared a minute into the second half. Lynn extended their lead when Harris shot just inside the post on 48 minutes for his second of the game. Thrapston immediately made a change up front when Hayton came on for the lively Daldy. White had a terrific header from a Jamie Thurlbourne cross well saved by Jones after 52 minutes. However a fourth goal for Lynn followed a couple of minutes later, when Harris completed a hat trick, this time shooting home after a Bexfield pass into the box. At this point Lynn were in complete control of the game and further goals seemed inevitable as the Thrapston heads dropped. Smith replaced Harris on 56 minutes and took up a position playing alongside Defty up front. Thrapston also made a change, Le Masurier replacing Wilmot. Smith sent a free kick over the bar on 62 minutes before Thrapston made their final change two minutes later, Harrison coming on for Morgan. Lynn should have added a fifth goal but Smith missed a gilt edged chance on 65 minutes, shooting straight at Jones went put through by Luke Thurlbourne. Kelly replaced White after 67 minutes, shortly before Smith squandered the best chance of the game. Clean through with only Jones to beat, he somehow managed to beat both the keeper and the bar with his effort. Lynn were in total control at this stage, knocking the ball about with some delightful crossfield passes from Jamie Thurlbourne. It was one way traffic as Spriggs shot straight at the keeper on 73 minutes. Thrapston were offering very little to stem the Lynn attacks and Smith wasted another great chance, shooting over when well placed after 84 minutes. The home side got a deserved goal back on 87 minutes, Coles the scorer, before Street saved well from Hayton. Thrapston went on the attack as they realised that Lynn were taking it easy and looking for the full time whistle. There was time for Davis to pull another goal back before an excellent referee brought proceedings to a close. Full time: Thrapston 2-4 King's Lynn Total playing time: 48:24 Thrapston: Jones, Wilmot (Le Masurier 56), Lord, Goosey, Martin, Coles, Ellwood, Russell, Daldy (Hayton 48), Davis, Morgan (Harrison 64). Subs not used: Chambers, Baxter. King's Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Doherty, L.Thurlbourne, McNeil (Plumb 46), Buhlemann, Spriggs, White (Kelly 67), Defty, Harris (Smith 56), J.Thurlbourne. Sub not used: Hails Goals: Harris 16,48,54. Defty 30(p). Att: 410 Report by lynn shot. King's Lynn Town 5 Newport Pagnell 1 Saturday 25 September A superb performance by Lynn saw them win in style against Newport Pagnell this afternoon. The away side came into the game with a 100% league record but they had little to offer against a team determined to show that they will have a big say in the destination of the league title. The only downside for the home fans were two more injuries to Lynn defenders to add to those already endured this season, with both Ablett and Alsop leaving the action prematurely. Ablett had to leave the field on a stretcher. Lynn remained unchanged from last Saturday and took the lead as early as the 2nd minute. Jamie Thurlbourne floated in a free kick and Ablett sneaked ahead of his marker to head home at the far post and score his first goal for the club. Newport Pagnell were quickly back on level terms. Osbourn in the Newport goal cleared long and Lynch ran through a static Lynn defence and slotted the ball past Street from 15 yards. Spriggs made a lively start to the game and on 9 minutes he crossed into the Newport area, White laid the ball off for Defty, who just failed to get a touch before the keeper gathered. On the quarter hour Lynn retook the lead. Street saved well from Dykes, cleared upfield and after a flick on the ball arrived with White ten yards from goal, who scored with a powerful shot despite a deflection. Lynn almost added a third a couple of minutes later. Jamie Thurlbourne crossed into the area and Defty seemed certain to finish before a great clearance from Spruce. Lynn were by now in control of the game, with Spriggs and Jamie Thurlbourne causing problems for the Newport defence and Luke Thurlbourne working tirelessly in midfield. A rare chance fell to Newport on 28 minutes. Street was under no pressure when he attempted to clear 20 yards out, but he slipped and the ball went straight to a Newport player, who if he had shot would surely have scored with Street furiously trying to get back. However he chose otherwise and the danger was averted. Newport were starting to get more physical at this stage as they struggled to come to terms with a Lynn side being encouraged to attack at every opportunity. The first booking of the afternoon duly arrived with half an hour played, Armstrong being cautioned after bringing down Ablett. Four minutes later McDonald was the second Newport player shown a yellow card, when Ablett was again brought down, this time 20 yards from goal. The Lynn crowd held their breath as Jamie Thurlbourne placed the ball and then celebrated as he scored Lynn's third goal with an unstoppable effort. Ablett had to be replaced by Buhlemann after 41 minutes. He landed awkwardly after a challenge and play was held up for 3 minutes as he needed to be stretchered off. Spruce shot high and wide just before the referee brought the first half to a close. Half time: King's Lynn 3-1 Newport Pagnell Total playing time: 48:51 Neither team made any further changes at half time as Lynn started the second half the brighter, Bexfield shooting wide from 25 yards after 48 minutes. A minute later Shrieves became the third Newport player to be cautioned when he cynically brought down Alsop. Alsop needed lengthy treatment and he failed to shake off his injury, eventually needing to be replaced by Doherty on 52 minutes. Shrieves inevitably became the main focus of the Lynn crowds anger for the remainder of the afternoon. Doherty, playing at left back, lost possession on 54 minutes. The ball was played across the Lynn box and was missed by two defenders before it fell to Lynch who slipping as he shot, could only poke the ball a foot wide. A minute later Lynn could and should have extended their lead. Defty laid off a ball from Bexfield to Harris, who shot a foot over the bar when well placed, leaving him holding his head in his hands. However the same player chased a lost cause seconds later, robbed the Newport player on the goal line cut into the area and laid the ball of for White, who shot inches wide. By now the game was being played at a frantic pace and although Lynn were two goals to the good, Newport threatened every time they went forward. On 58 minutes Luke Thurlbourne earned himself a needless booking, after he brought down a Newport player with a late challenge. On 67 minutes Buhlemann cleared a Lynch header off the line. McBride replaced Brooms after 68 minutes and seconds later Lynn made the game safe. Doherty was brought down by Dykes on the edge of the area, with Dykes being cautioned for the challenge. The resultant free kick by Jamie Thurlbourne was cleared back to him and he crossed for Defty to head home back across Osbourn and in off the post. A great finish from a player scoring for the 7th consecutive game. Defty had an effort disallowed after 75 minutes when he was flagged offside. White almost got his second of the afternoon a minute later, when his lob over Osbourn was cleared off the line for a corner. Ten minutes from time it was another Lynn player who did score his 2nd goal. Good play from Jamie Thurlbourne and Doherty on the left hand touchline saw the latter break into the Newport area and square the ball to Defty, who made no mistake from 4 yards. Harris, who was superb all afternoon, made way for Smith on 83 minutes as the referee needed treatment for a calf injury. Lynn, realising that the game was safe, took their foot off the gas for the remainder of the game, although Spriggs did draw a fine save from Osbourn with a shot from 15 yards out. Newport were only able to produce a couple of long range efforts before the referee blew the final whistle. Full time: King's Lynn 5-1 Newport Pagnell Total playing time: 48:22 King's Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop (Doherty 52), Luke Thurlbourne, McNeil, Ablett (Buhlemann 41), Spriggs, White, Defty, Harris (Smith 83), Jamie Thurlbourne. Unused subs: Cubberley, Kelly. Booking: Luke Thurlbourne Newport Pagnell: Osbourn, Tapp (Mulkern 89), Spruce (Ralph 78), Williams, Buss, Brooms (McBride 68), Dykes, Armstrong, Shrieves, Lynch, McDonald. Bookings: Armstrong, McDonald, Shrieves, Dykes. Att: 810 Lynn Reserves did everything but score, so lost unbeaten league record, to two very late goals at Raunds. Team: Hails, Rawlings, McLeish, Sturman, J. Spittlehouse, Minns, Biles, Livoti (Hawes), Moreira, Barnes (Beales, Duarte (Reeve). Jack reaches milestone 100 senior goals in Lynn colours Jack Defty scored his 100th senior competitive goal in Lynn colours on Saturday. Debut: 18th April 2002 v Dorchester in Southern League Cup. First goal v Spalding United in the Southern League Cup 29th October 2002 50th goal v Hitchin Town Southern League 22nd August 2006 100th goal v Grat Yearmouth Town FA Vase 18th September 2010 Only hat-trick v Hemel Hempstead 4th December 2004 By season: 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2010-11 7 goals 16 goals 14 goals 12 goals 16 goals 12 goals 13 goals 10 goals King's Lynn Town 4 Yarmouth Town 3 Saturday 18 September A superb comeback from Lynn this afternoon saw them progress further in the FA Vase and earn a trip to Thrapston in two weeks time. Alsop and McNeil returned to the defence with Plumb and Buhlemann taking places on the bench. The rest of the side remained unchanged from last weeks starting line-up. Yarmouth started the better of the two sides and took the lead in the 8th minute. Alsop played an underhit pass to McNeil on the edge of the Lynn area, ex-Linnet Fell latched onto the loose ball, beat McNeil and calmly finished past Street into the corner of the net. Four minutes later Fell threatened to double his and Vermouth's goal tally. After McNeil and Ablett both challenged for the same ball, Fell broke forward but Street saved well before the ball was cleared from danger. The home side failed to seriously threaten the Yarmouth defence until the 16th minute, when White should have levelled things. Harris played a ball in from out on the right, White guided his header goalwards, unchallenged from 7 yards, but Hilton in the Yarmouth goal saved very well before Defty could only turn the rebound wide. The home side continued to struggle to get back on terms. On 27 minutes Lynn won a free kick 35 yards out. Jamie Thurlbourne's delivery was flicked on by Defty but Hilton pulled off another fine save. Indeed it was Yarmouth who doubled their lead, Howes heading home well from 15 yards on 32 minutes. Lynn needed a way back into the game and it arrived after 34 minutes. Jamie Thurlbourne played a ball into the box and White was brought down from behind. Hilton was booked for protesting before Defty finished well from the penalty spot. On 37 minutes Street saved well from Woodcock, who was the second booking of the afternoon a minute later, after needlessly bringing down Ablett. Lynn then piled on pressure, searching for an equaliser before half time. McNeil inexplicably missed from 3 yards out, spooning an effort well over the bar. Harris then shot well wide with only the keeper to beat, before the same player shot over when well placed 12 yards from goal. The referee brought the first half to an end with Yarmouth somewhat lucky to go into break ahead. Half time: King's Lynn 1-2 Great Yarmouth Total playing time: 47:35 At half time Lynn made a change in defence, Buhlemann replacing Ablett, who had received a knock early in the first half. Alsop was booked on 49 minutes, although it seemed that his challenge had led to him winning the ball, perhaps strongly but fairly. Six minutes later, the game had been turned on its head. Firstly Lynn equalised, Defty heading home from 6 yards after a great ball in from Spriggs, followed a minute later by Lynn taking the lead. Harris played the ball across the box, Bexfield pulled the ball back across which was controlled by Defty into the path of Spriggs, who scored with a powerful shot from 15 yards, despite Hilton's best efforts. Lynn were now winning a game that had largely passed them by for the first half hour. On 59 minutes Yarmouth replaced Woodcock with Vide, before Norman came on for Howes on 63 minutes, as Yarmouth looked for a way back into a game, which on reflection they were unlucky to be losing. A minute later Hilton saved well from Harris 6 yards out. Harris made way for Cubberley on 69 minutes. Hearts were in mouths two minutes later when Street fumbled a cross into the path of Reed, before recovering to smother the ball. Seconds later a poor backpass from Buhlemann was almost seized upon by Norman, but Street reacted quickly. On 79 minutes Smith replaced Spriggs. Fell came off on 81 minutes to a good reception from the Lynn crowd, being replaced by Bell. Lynn seemed to have wrapped things up on 89 minutes when Cubberley collected a ball forward, rounded Hilton and finished comfortably from the edge of the box to make it 4-2, but there was still time for another defensive error from Lynn, this time Buhlemann being dispossessed by Reed who then scored. Fortunately for the Lynn fans the referee blew for full time straight from the restart. Full time: King's Lynn 4-3 Great Yarmouth Total playing time: 48:29 Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, Luke Thurlbourne, McNeil, Ablett (Buhlemann 45), Spriggs (Smith 79), White, Defty, Harris( Cubberley 69), Jamie Thurlbourne. Booked: Alsop Great Yarmouth: Hilton, King, Savage, Roberts, Magee, Catchpole, Woodcock (Vide 59), Smith, Howes (Norman 63), Reed, Fell (Bell 81). Booked: Hilton, Woodcock Att: 865 Report by lynn shot. King's Lynn Town 6 Daventry United 1 Saturday 11th September 2010 Despite a re-shuffled line-up Lynn Town had few problems against sixth placed Daventry United. Lynn went ahead on 8 minutes when Jamie Thurlbourne's cross was met by the head of Danny White to give Lynn a perfect start. On 14 minutes White was fouled 25 yards out and Jamie Thurlbourne curled the free kick home. The Motormen rarely threatened whilst a Steve Spriggs effort on 28 minutes produced a good save from Daventry keeper Lee Farrow. On the half hour White's ball into the area was rifled home by Jack Defty. Farrow did well to deny Defty and White but he fumbled a shot three minutes from half time leaving Robbie Harris to walk the ball in. On 52 minutes Jack Defty headed home Jamie Thurlbourne's cross only for his effort to be disallowed for pushing. Darren Frost pulled a goal back for Daventry with a goal which looked offside. and had the ball in the net on their next attack but this was ruled out for a foul on Ablett. Two minutes later Defty restored the four goal margin and Steve Spriggs found the next just before the end with a long range chip. There was still time for Lynn to have a penalty appeal denied as they moved back to the top of the league. Lynn: Street, Bexfield (Smith 65), Buhlemann, L Thurlbourne, Ablett (Kelly 72), Plumb, Spriggs, White, Defty (Cubberley 74), Harris, J Thurlbourne. Sub (not used): Setchell. Booked: L Thurlbourne Dereham Town 1 King's Lynn Town 2 Saturday 4th September 2010 Goals at the end of each half saw this FA Vase tie go into extra time where Robbie Harris gave Lynn victory. Lynn kicked off and soon won the first corner but Brady Stone's resulting shot was saved by home keeper Shaun Marshall. A second corner by Jamie Thurlbourne on 4 minutes went to the unmarked Luke Thurlbourne but his effort was turned round the post by Marshall. Jamie Thurlbourne had a tenth minute effort which was deflected away for a corner as Lynn had the better of the early exchanges. Dereham won their first corner on 14 minutes but it came to nothing. In a ragged period of play Dereham had the ball in the net. An 18th minute free kick on the edge of the area found Adam Gusterson but his effort was disallowed for offside. A chance fell to Ross Kelly on 24 minutes but he shot just wide. Lynn were well ahead on the corner count but could not convert them into clear chances. Defty's point blank header on 42 minutes was straight at Shaun Marshall. Dereham took the lead right at the end of the first half - Adam Smith went on a run and passed to Danny Beaumont who squared to Kyle Downes to score his first goal for the Magpies. Two early second half Lynn corners again came to nothing. The introduction of Robbie Harris produced an immediate chance for Lynn but Jack Defty, under pressure, shot over. A further chance to Defty went wide of the post. The second half was littered with stoppages for injuries, particularly to the Dereham side. Jamie Thurlbourne put his shot wide but Lynn could not take advantage of the re-arranged home defence. A Danny Buhlemann header from an injury time corner was saved by Marshall. Lynn equalised with five minutes of injury time played through Jack Defty. Defty had a header drift just wide whilst at the other end Steet did well to block Beaumont's header as thirteen minutes injury time was followed by extra time. Robbie Harris headed Lynn into the lead from Jamie Thurlbourne's cross in the first minute of extra time. The same player shot just wide a few minutes later as Lynn breathed new life into their play. Seeing Marshall off his line a Jack Defty chip five minutes into the second period of extra time hit the underside of the bar and came out. A 32 yard effort from Steve Spriggs drifted just wide of the goal whilst at the other end Ian Morgan went close but it was Lynn who progressed to meet Yarmouth in two weeks time. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, L Thurlbourne, McNeil, Stone (Buhlemann h/t), Kelly (Harris 54), White, J Defty, Smith (Spriggs 62), J Thurlbourne. Unused Subs: Cubberley, Hails Booked: Bexfield, McNeil Attendance: 689 Desborough Town 0 King's Lynn Town 2 Saturday 21 August Lynn dominated the first half throughout and took a deserved lead on 16 minutes. Once again it was Jamie Thurlbourne with a free kick on the corner of the 18 yard box. Jamie Thurlbourne turned provider for the second goal some seven minutes later when his cross found the head of Jack Defty who nodded home from two yards out. Lynn should have at least doubled their lead before half time, Scott Cubberley shooting straight at the keeper from two yards out and then Luke Thourlbourne saw his shot turned away by the home keeper Tom Smith. Desborough best chance of the opening half came just before half time when Alex Street in the Lynn goal did well to save from Dan Kitching. The second half failed to meet the expectations of the first with Lynn's best chance falling to Jack Defty just before the end. Pat Bexfield was fouled just inside the area but Defty missed the resultant spot kick. Lynn Town: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, Stone, Plumb, L Thurlbourne (Smith 77), Kelly (Doherty 73), White, J Thurlbourne, Defty, Cubberley (Harris 69) Attendance: 160. Three goals by Thomas Barnes saw Lynn Reserves to a 4-0 win over Rushden & Higham United. Nelson Moriera was the other scorer. King's Lynn Town 4 Sleaford Town 1 Tuesday 17 August Lynn ended Sleaford's 100% league record with a deserved 4-1 win and moved up to third in the table thanks to Jack Defty's 92 senior goal in Lynn colours, Keiran Doherty's first and two gaoals from free kicks from Jamie Thurlbourne. Sleaford took the lead on 17 minutes through Gary Walters after Lynn had seen the better of the early chances but Lynn were on level terms three minutes later when Jack Defty scored from ten yards following Alsop's cross into the box. Lynn began to dominate and on 32 minutes when a foul on White resulted in Jamie Thurlbourne curling a free kick into the net from some 25 yards. Chances came and went at both ends of the field and three minutes into the second half Lynn went further ahead Jack Defty was up-ended and Jamie Thurlbourne once again took the free kick which the visiting keeper could only help into the net. Lynn dominated the remainder of the game although Sleaford never gave up. Finally Scott Cubberley and Billy Smith combined for substitute Keiran Doherty to add a deserved fourth. Lynn Town: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, Stone, Plumb, L Thurlbourne (Doherty 69), Kelly, White (Smith 59), J Thurlbourne, Defty (Harris 79), Cubberley. Subs (not used): Buhlemann, Hails. Attendance: 710 King's Lynn Town 5 Irchester United 2 Saturday 14 August 2010 League football returned to The Walks and Lynn moved up to fourth in the table thanks to two goals in as many minutes which enabled Lynn to take a stranglehold on the game. On nineteen minutes the visiting keeper Nigel Maarman could only get a hand to a Jack Defty effort and the ball rolled out to Jamie Thurlebourne who smashed home left footed. Two minutes later Martin McNeil headed home from a corner. Lynn increased their advantage on 32 minutes. Once again it was from a corner, Luke Thurlbourne scoring. Complacency allowed the visitors to get back into the game on 41 minutes with Paul Caswell shooting through Alex Street's legs. Irchester had the better of a rather dull second half opening. Sam Maude's overhead kick fell narrowly wide and then Shaun Goodall had a free shot at goal but it went straight at the keeper. Substitutions by Lynn enlivened the game and the remaining action took place in the closing minutes. Scott Cubberley made amends for missing a header by scoring in the 88th minute but Paul Caswell scored at the other end in the next minute. Robbie Harris added a fifth for Lynn in time added on. The crowd of 825 was the highest UCL Premier gate since the 2003-04 season. Lynn: Street, Bexfield, Alsop, L Thurlbourne, McNeil, Stone, Doherty (Smith, 77), White (Kelly, 69), Defty (Cubberley, 61), Harris, J Thurlbourne. Unused subs: Buhlemann, Plumb Attendance: 825 Lynn Reserves drew 3-3 against Rothwell Corinthians, scorers - Foster, Fryatt and Livotti . Long Buckby AFC 3 King's Lynn Town 0 Saturday 7 August 2010 This was not the start to Lynn Town's season that anyone had envisaged. Admittedly Long Buckby had finished third in the league last season but on paper it looked as if they were not going to be quite the same force this campaign having lost their leading scorer to Oxford City and seen more players depart than arrive. Pre-season results had not indicated anything impressive - but that was pre-season and when the real football starts things can be different. And so it was at Station Road. After a reasonably even opening Lynn fell behind on 36 minutes when a Brady Stone attempt to pass back to 'keeper Alex Street was intercepted by Dan Quigley who set up Greg Ling to slot into an empty net. Before Lynn had chance to recover they found themselves two down on 40 minutes. A ball in from the left eluded the Lynn defence and summer signing Andy Gordon slotted past Street. Lynn have had their chances with Jack Defty, Scott Cubberley and Ross Kelly all having efforts off target. At the other end Lynn had to thank Jamie Alsop whose last ditch tackle thwarted Dan Quigley who had beaten the offside trap. Lynn introduced substitutes Doherty, Harris and Smith in a bid to get back into the game and Jack Defty did have the ball in the back of the net but this was ruled offside by the referee's assistant. Lynn were having the better of possession but could not reflect this in terms of goals. Dan Quigley added his second of the afternoon on 76 minutes when, once again, a deep cross from impressive full-back Craig Kelly was not dealt with by the Lynn defence leaving Quigley to head home. Lynn: Street, Buhleman, Alsop, L Thurlbourne, McNeil, Stone, Kelly (Smith 45), White (Doherty 63), Defty, Cubberley (Harris 45), J Thurlbourne. Unused subs: Plumb, Hails. Bookings: L Thurlbourne, White, Defty. On Tuesday evening Lynn Reserves defeated Leverington Sports 4-0 in a pre-season friendly. The young side played some very good football and could easily have won by a greater margin against a very physical Leverington side. Scorers: Newton, Fryatt, Biles pen, Barnes. The Reserves next action is at Mundford on Wednesday with a 6.30 kick off. AFC Stamford 2 Lynn 1 Saturday 31 July Lynn were unlucky that they did not complete pre-season unbeaten when they were defeated 2-1 against Evo-Stik Division One South side AFC Stamford. The home side took the lead on 13 minutes through ex-Linnet Tony Battersby but Lynn had their chances - most notably one effort that was cleared off the line. The opening period of the second half saw Lynn in possession for long periods and they were well ahead on the corner count when substitute Billy Smith put Lynn on level terms. Thre minutes later, however, the Daniels restored their lead through Ross Watson. Lynn: Street, Buhlemann, Alsop,, L Thurlbourne, McNeil, Plumb, Doherty, Kelly, J Defty, Cubberley, J Thurlbourne. Subs: (all used) Newton, Harris, Smith, White, Hails. Attendance: 161 Lynn Reserves defeated Boston United Reserves 2-1 on Friday evening. Goals by Nelson Moriera and Gino Livotti gave Lynn a 2-0 half time lead before they were pegged back with a late penalty. Lynn 4 Cambridge Utd XI 1 Tuesday 27 July 2010 Lynn completed their home warm-up programme with another victory. Jack Defty's eighth goal of pre-season gave Lynn a 13th minute lead which they held until just before half-time when the U's drew kevel through Chris Tonk's well taken free kick. Lynn responded immediatly with Robbie Harris restoring Lynn's advantage when side-footing home. Two second half goals from substitute Scott Cubberley on 67 and 90 minutes gave Lynn victory in front of another healthy crowd. Lynn: Street, C Defty (Buhlemann 65), Allsop (Newton 65), L Thurlbourne, McNeil (Smith 55), Stone, Doherty (Plumb 55), Kelly, J Defty (Cubberley 65), Harris, J Thurlbourne (McNeil 89). Attendance 626. Lynn 3 Needham Market 2 Saturday 24 July 2010 Lynn continued their winning pre-season ways with a useful work-out against Ryman League newcomers Needham Market. Early Lynn chances fell to Scott Cubberley and Keiran Doherty and Lynn had slightly the better of possession but it was Needham who took the lead on 36 minutes through new signing Nathan Stone. The former Kirkley striker finishing after Parker's effort had been blocked. Lynn were more dominant in the second half but had to wait until the 61st minute when Luke Thurlbourne scored from a fine angle. Lynn toook the lead four minutes later when Jack Defty, who had set up the first goal, headed home a Robbie Harris cross. Stone scored his second of the match on 73 minutes from 12 yards but it was Lynn who took the honours with Kyle Plumb heading home a Jamie Thurlebourne corner on 82 minutes. Lynn: Street, Buhlemann, C Defty, L Thurlbourne (Fryatt 65), Plumb, B Stone (Newton 49), Doherty, Kelly (Smith 57), J Defty (Barnes 85), Cubberley (Harris 53), J Thurlbourne Attendance 524. Lynn 3 Yarmouth 1 Tuesday 20 July 2010 Lynn continued their unbeaten pre-season with a 3-1 win over Ridgeons Premier new boys Great Yarmouth. Defender Martin McNeil opened the scoring for Lynn on 18 minutes, before Jake Reed, who had caused problems in the Lynn defence, equalised three minutes later. Scott Cubberley latched on to Jack Defty\'s inch perfect through-ball to fire Lynn back in front five minutes before the break. Jack Defty made the game safe on 72nd minutes when he headed home Ross Kelly's centre. King's Lynn Town: Street (Tyakovlev 86), C Defty (Newton 45), Buhlemann (Spittlehouse 80), Thurlbourne, McNeil (Plumb 45), Stone (Fryatt 88), Kelly (Barnes 88), Doherty (Livotti 69), J Defty (Biles 88), Cubberley (Harris 45), Smith. Subs (all used). Goals: McNeil (18), Cubberley (40), J Defty (71) The club have announced their second major sponsor, Hawkins Solicitors. Spalding United 2 Lynn 6 Saturday 17 July 2010 Lynn cruised to a confortable win over The Tulips and could have easily notched double figures against last season's UniBond League strugglers. Martin MacNeil put Lynn ahead on six minutes after Scott Cubberley's shot had been cleared off the line. Scott Cubberley followed with a brace to make it 3-0 before De Oliveira pulled a goal back for the home side. The Tulips got a second shortly after half-time and for a while looked to be back in the match but Lynn were able to score with ease and Luke Thurlbourne, Ross Kelly and Robbie Harris added further goals. Lynn: Street, Buhlemann, Newton, Thurlbourne, McNeil, Stone, Kelly, Doherty, J Defty, Cubberley, Smith. Subs: Alsop, C Defty, Plumb, Harris, Barnes, Fryatt, Biles, Livotti. Attendance: 161. Fixture List published Friday 16 July 2010 The has been published and can be found here with a printable version here With many people looking at St Neots as possible challengers for the league title the date of the meetings of these clubs was eagerly awaited although Lynn's visit to The Hunts Post Community Stadium could be postponed if either clubs makes progress in the FA Vase. The Christmas holiday period sees Lynn make the short trip up the A17 to Holbeach with the return at The Walks taking place on Easter Monday - the last scheduled day of the season. King's Lynn Town 2 Norwich City XI 0 Tuesday 13 July 2010 A bumper 1,456 crowd welcomed football back to The Walks as King's Lynn Town took on a Norwich City XI in their second pre-season game. The visitors included fringe first team players Jens Berthel Askou, Matty Gill and Owain Tudur Jones in a line-up of youth and academy players but it was Lynn who ran out winners with a polished performance. Lynn were by far the more dangerous in the opening exchanges with Steve Spriggs proving a handful for the Canaries' defence. The home side took the lead on 37 minutes when Jack Defty scored from the spot having been fouled by MacKenzie. Lynn when further ahead on 54 minutes when Jamie Thurlbourne's dipping corner was bundled home by Brady Stone. Having made eight changes at half-time, City ended the game with an entirely different team whilst Lynn also swapped and changed as chances at both ends were made but Lynn were deserved victors. Lynn: Street (Hails 75), C Defty (Buhlemann 58), Alsop (Newton 66), L Thurlbourne, McNeil (Plumb 75), Stone, Spriggs (Doherty 53), White (Kelly 53), J Defty (Moreira 82), Cubberley (Smith 58), J Thurlbourne. Norwich City XI: Matthews (Gunn 83), Jones (Florence 45), Gordon (Sturman 77), Gill (Tudur Jones 45), Askou (Francomb 45), MacKenzie (Stephens 45), Dobbs (Brindley 45), Clunnan (Loza 45), Drmola (Oakley 61), Ball (Dobbs 75), Oakley (Dawkin 45). At last: football ! Saturday 10 July 2010 Long Sutton Athletic 0 King's Lynn Town 5 King's Lynn Town played the first game of the new era when they visited Peterborough League side Long Sutton Athletic in a pre-season friendly. Jack Defty gave Lynn the lead as early as 4th minute with a goal created by Jamie Thurlbourne. Defty's second arrived on 22 minutes when Steve Spriggs was the provider. Spriggs got a deserved goal on 38 minutes to give Lynn a 3-0 half time lead. The inevitable string of substitutions followed in the second half but Defty completed his hat-trick with a twice taken penalty on 66 minutes after Jamie Thurlbourne had been fouled. The scoring was completed with Defty's fourth in the final minute. A good all round performance with some really nice touches in tremendous heat. Lynn (starting XI): Street, C Defty, Alsop, L Thurlbourne, McNeil, Stone, Spriggs, White, J Defty, Cubberley, J Thurlbourne. Subs: Smith, Doherty, Newton, Kelly, Plumb, Buhlemann, Moriera, Hails. Major sponsorship announced Friday 9 July 2010 King's Lynn Town have announced their first major sponsorship of the new season - local Estate Agents Brittons providing a five figure sum in a one year deal. In the FA Vase Lynn begin with a tough visit to Ridgeons League side Dereham Town in the First Qualifying Riund of the FA Vase to be played on Saturday 4th September. The winners entertain Ridgeons First Division side Great Yarmouth Town on the 18th September with an away tie to either Thrapston or Team Bury for the victors on 2nd October. Thrapston Town play in Division One of the United Counties League. Dan Buhlemann returns Thursday 8 July 2010 The club have confirmed the return to the Walks of defender/midfielder Dan Buhlemann. The 26 year old has rejoined the club from Dereham Town where he made 71 appearances over two seasons scoring six goals. He spent over four seasons at The Walks making his first team debut in November 2007 and going on to make 14 appearances, scoring one goal. Five more sign on Sunday 4 July2010 Ely City's Jamie Alsop is one of five players to be added to Lynn's squad The 25 year old (b. 19.1.85) left sided defender joined Ely City in July 2007. His previous clubs include Newmarket Town, Mildenhall Town, Ipswich Wanderers, Cambridge City and Ipswich Town. Other players whose signing is announced sees the return to Lynn colours of Keiran Doherty, Matthew Hails who has kept goal for Swaffham and Downham in the past and was with Reffley Royals last season, Phil Newton who, now Holbeach based, has previously played for Portsmouth and Bournemouth at Youth and Reserve team level. Kyle Plumb can play in either defence or attack. He spent two seasons with Swaffham Town having been recruited from local football. He was Swaffham's Player of the Season last year. Ross Kelly returns Thursday 24 June 2010 King's Lynn Town welcome the return to The Walks of Ross Kelly from Bury Town where he made 11 appearances last season, scoring one goal. The 20 year old (b. 28.09.89) Huntingdon born midfielder was originally with Cambridge United and joined Norwich City's Academy as a scholar in 2006. He trialed with QPR and Southampton in 2008 and played for Lynn pre-season 2008-09 and then went to Histon but returned in August 2008. He made his Lynn debut in October 2008 when Lynn visited Wroxham in the FA Cup and went on to make eleven appearances, scoring one goal - that coming against Vauxhall Motors in Lynn's final match in Conference North. The club have also confirmed the signing of Billy Smith from Wisbech. Two more Yachtsmen sail in Wednesday 16 June 2010 The Lynn Town side continues to build with two more signings announced and once again FA Vase finalists Wroxham are the losers. Martin McNeil returns to the fold for his third spell at The Walks. Born in Rutherglen, the 29 year old (b. 28.09.80) started as a trainee with Cambridge United and went on to make 41 appearances between 1998-2001. He moved onto to Torquay in the summer of 2001 and made sixteen appearances but was sacked in early January and the following month was signed by Lynn, making his debut against Salisbury on 9th February 2002 and forming a solid defensive partnership with Glen Fuff. He moved on to Fakenham Town that summer and in July 2003 joined Wroxham. His second spell at The Walks started in the summer of 2005 but he left in January 2006 at his own request joining Wisbech Town. He moved on to Soham in the summer of 2007 and then Lowestoft Town in January 2009 before he returned to Wroxham. He made 48 appearances for The Yachtsmen last season scoring four goals. Midfielder Danny White has also signed for Lynn. He was part of the was part of the youth set-up at Cambridge from 11 until he was released, aged 17. He spent five seasons with Diss Town - a short spell with Needham Market followed by a return to Diss and trials with Cambridge United in April 2006. He joined Wroxham in August 2006 and has made 169 appearances, scoring 19 goals. Billy Smith is another expected signing and another player from manager Gary Setchell's former club. The 24 year old winger (b. 27.04.86) has previously played for Parson Drove and March Town. He was in his second spell at Wisbech having signed for them in December 2008 after two months at Soham. Another Linnet returns Monday 14 June 2010 Lynn welcome the return of striker/winger Steve Spriggs to The Walks Originally with Cambridge United's Academy and then Ely City, Steve made his Lynn first team debut coming on as substitute against Rugby Town in August 2007 and made four appearances that season, scoring one goal plus 11 goals for the Reserves. He joined Mildenhall Town in January 2008 making 46 appearances, scoring 11 goals. He then moved onto Wroxham, helping them to their FA Vase Final appearance. Last season he made 45 appearances for the Yachtsmen scoring 16 goals - five in their FA Vase run. More Linnets fly home Friday 11 June 2010 King's Lynn Town have announced the return of two former players. Twenty-six year old Charlie Defty (b. 17.11.83) returns to The Walks after a season at Wisbech. Making his Lynn debut in February 2004 having progressed through the ranks, Charlie has made a total of 96 appearances, scoring two goals. Striker Robbie Harris is another 26 year old (b. 16.5.84). Formerly with Warboys, he played for Wisbech Reserves in the 2001-02 season. He made his Lynn debut coming on as substitute and scoring against Spalding in October 2002. After 23 goals from 85 appearances he joined Wisbech in October 2005 moving on to Stamford in June 2006, scoring ten goals in 30 appearances. He then joined Dereham Town in 2007 and Mildenhall Town the following season, before rejoining Dereham at the start of 2009-10 campaign but was released in December 2009 having made 21 appearances and subsequently joined Wisbech where he scored three goals in nineteen apperances. Anglian Comb not for Lynn Reserves Wednesday 09 June 2010 The Annual General Meeting of the Anglian Combination took place this evening and there was a shock for King's Lynn Town Reserves when the vote, by member clubs, to admit them to the Premier Division of the league went against them. Lynn Reserves will, however, be returning to the United Counties League taking a place in Reserve Division Two. A division comprising of thirteen teams. Setch raids Fenmen Sunday 06 June 2010 Manager Gary Setchell has returned to his old club to secure the signings of striker Scott Cubberley and goalkeeper Alex Street Pacy 22 year old Scott Cubberley (b. 9.3.88) has progressed through the ranks at Wisbech and was the club's top scorer last season with 22 goals. In six seasons Scott Cubberley made 183 appearances for Wisbech (inc 61 as sub) scoring 44 goals. Alex Street is 18 (b. 27.7.91) and was ever-present last season having broken into the Wisbech first team in March 2009. In total he made 63 appearances (inc 1 as sub) keeping 12 clean sheets. He has recently been training with Cambridge United and played in their Under19 team which won a tournament in France recently. Thurlbourne brothers sign for Lynn Friday 04 June 2010 Lynn have signed Luke and Jamie Thurlbourne from Ridgeons' League side Mildenhall Town, both played in Mildenhall's 4-1 victory over Lynn Reserves last season. Twenty year old midfielder Luke Thurlbourne (b. 23.03.90) made his St Albans debut in February 2008 as a work experience player from Southend. A number of impressive appearances resulted in Southend offering him a contract at the end of that season but he returned to St Albans for the start of the 2009-10 season. In total he made 41 appearances for the Saints, scoring once. He was released in November 2009, manager Steve Castle citing a lack of fitness but adding that "A fit Luke Thurlbourne is one of the best midfielders in the league". Playing for Mildenhall Town last season he made 21 starts plus two appearances as substitute - scoring two goals. Elder brother Jamie is twenty-two (b. 07.10.87). He has played for a number of East Anglian clubs including Cambridge City, Wisbech Town, Haverhill, Mildenhall Town and Long Melford. He too had a spell with St Albans, joining from Newmarket Town and making his debut in August 2009 and making three starts plus four substitute appearances. Moving on to Mildenhall he made 36 appearances last season scoring seven goals. Ex-Linnets in charge of Reserves Thursday 20 May 2010 Meanwhile ex-Linnets Jonathan Hawes and Neil Fryatt are the Reserves' management team. Hawes steered Anglian Combination outfit West Lynn to a league and cup treble in his first year as a manager. Fryatt started his Lynn career in his mid-teens, and played for King's Lynn for 15 years, in youth, reserves and first teams. Neil was player/coach at Swaffham Town for 7 years, leading them to Division One Championship, and was also player/coach at Downham Town for 2 years. Neil has won 3 Norfolk Senior Cup winners medals and is a U.E.F.A. "B" qualified Coach. Linnets announce first signings Monday 17 May 2010 The first signings for King's Lynn Town FC were announced at the Fans' Forum and it is the return of two former players. Fans' favorite Jack Defty returns having spent a season at Conference North side Corby Town where his twelve goals helped the Steelmen to finish just outside a play-off place. His return to Lynn gives him the chance to take his goal tally into three figures - currently he has found the net 90 times in 308 appearances. Jack, who will be the team captain this coming season, made his frist team debut in April 2002. Also signing is Brady Stone. The defender made his Lynn debut against Banbury in September 2004 having been signed by the Bloodworth/Boon management team. He went on to make seven appearances for Lynn before being released in December 2004 by which time Tommy Taylor was in the hotseat. Stone subsequently played for Cambridge United and Cambridge City before joining Ely City in August 2006. Last season he was the Ridgeon League Club's Player of the Year and Players' Player of the Year. All players are being signed on non-contract terms. Lynn out of FA Cup Monday 29 April 2010 King's Lynn Town FC will not be taking part in the 2010-11 FA Cup. In a reply to a query the FA said: "Kings Lynn Town are a completely new club with no connection to the old entity. Therefore, Kings Lynn Town will be treated the same as all other new entries into FA Competitions and must have competed in The FA Trophy or FA Vase Competitions in the previous season to be eligible to play in The FA Cup, in accordance with FA Cup rules." The club have announced that the Reserve team have received confirmation that they will compete in the Anglian Combination league for the 2010/11 season. KLTFC rejoin the UCL Monday 23 April 2010 King's Lynn Town will be playing United Counties League football next season - a return to the league the first team last competed in for the 1947-48 season. Not surprisingly the division has seen a few changes over the years but Lynn will renew acquaintances with Desborough, Wellingborough, Bourne Town, S&L Corby and Holbeach. There could also be one or two former players in the opposition line-up - the likes of Adam Jones, Glenn Fuff and Lewis Webb currently playing for St Neots. One aspect of interest will be the club's impact on the average attendances in the league; the last two seasons have seen the average home gate in the high 80's. Linnets go forward as King's Lynn Town Friday 05 March 2010 Lynn's new senior football club will be known as King's Lynn Town following a vote at the Fans' Forum which was attended by more than 100 supporters. Chapman and operations manager Jonathan Chapman faced some tough questioning during the 90-minute meeting regarding their plans for the club which will enter the Non League pyramid for the 2010-11 season. Setchell appointed as manager Monday 18 January 2010 Gary Setchell has been appointed as Lynn FC's new manager. Setchell has resigned from Ridgeons Premier League neighbours Wisbech. The 34-year-old (b. 08/05/75) started with Lynn's Youth team in 1991 and went on to play for Wisbech Town and Fakenham before joining Ketterng Town .in 1999. The following season he joined Rushden & Diamonnd and made 77 appearances, scoring three goals, his final apperance being in March 2003. He moved on to Tamworth but domestic circumstances saw him move back to Lynn, making his debut for the senior side at the start of 2004. He was released at the beginning of June 2005 having made 45 appearances and subsequently joined AFC Sudbury and then moved on to Swaffham Town and Wisbech. Chapmans win Walks lease Thursday 14 January 2010 King's Lynn speedway chief Buster Chapman has been awarded a 25 year lease on the council-owned Walks stadium and will launch a new football club in the town, the local council preferring their bid to that of the supporter-led Blue and Gold Trust proposal. Chapman has allocated initial funds of £100,000 to start up the new company, although the Chapman's bid document makes it clear generating revenue from match day income and making full use all year round of the stadium facilities - including a revamp to the Blue and Gold function room - will both be potential long term revenue streams.