Hawks 3 New Beckenham 1

The Hawks won a tight game in their last home fixture of the season thanks to two injury time goals. Team – Rhys, Ed, Hong, Mehmet, Spencer (1), Aaron, (+2)

Chipstead 1 Hawks 2

The Hawks traveled their longest away trip of the season to Chipstead on Sunday. The Hawks controlled the first half but a well organised Chipstead team kept the boys at bay until a wonder strike from Owen put the visitors ahead at the break. The second half followed a similar pattern and when Spencer crashed in a free kick to make it 2-0 the game looked safe. However a late Chipstead strike made it an uncomfortable last few minutes for the Hawks but they managed to hold on for a good victory. Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Jamie, Hong, Owen (1), Mehmet, Spencer (1), Aaron

Hawks 3 Tulse Hill 2

The Hawks came out on top in a five goal thriller against Tulse Hill for the second time this season. A bright start put the Hawks two goals up in the first 10 minutes only for Tulse Hill to snatch a goal back just before the break. A quick goal at the start of the second half restored the Hawks two goal advantage only for Tulse Hill to pull one back to make it a close encounter towards the end but a much improved battling display from the Hawks saw the boys home. Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Jamie, Hong, Owen (2), Mehmet, Spencer (1), Aaron

JEFC 1 Hawks 1

The Hawks recorded a one-all draw for the second consecutive week at our close neighbours JEFC. JEFC went ahead early on but their goal was cancelled out by a fine Spencer strike. Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Jamie, Hong, Owen, Mehmet, Spencer (1), Aaron

Hawks 1 Cobra Boys 1

A frozen pitch greeted us on Sunday and the first half saw a frosty performance by the Hawks as Cobra out battled the boys to go in at half time one goal in front. However a half time motivational team talk by Andy seemed to inspire the team and finally the Hawks started to match Cobras work rate and determination. Wave after wave of Hawks attacks came to nothing and it looked as if the visitors were going to hold onto victory before a sharp shot from Hong found the back of the net. Spurred on by the goal the Hawks should have sealed the win in the dying seconds but once again failed to beat the brave Cobra keeper. A great game and a deserved draw for both teams. Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Jamie, Hong (1), Owen, Mehmet, Spencer

Millwall 3 Hawks 4

The Hawks traveled across South London to the New Den on friday night for a friendly against Millwall Academy under 8's. On a freezing night the boys played some fantastic football only to find themselves 3 nil down as Millwalls superior early finishing was the difference between the two teams despite some great Hawks defending. However we were then subject to an amazing comeback as a long range Spencer special got the Hawks back into the match and suddenly the boys found new belief and with two fine goals from Aaron and one from Owen the Hawks grabbed a fantastic win, our first against an academy side. Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Jamie, Hong, Owen (1), Aaron (2), Mehmet, Spencer (1)

Hawks 8 Ten Em Bee 0

The Hawks fine new year form continued with an impressive win against Ten Em Bee. A glorious sunny January morning was matched with some glorious flowing football from the Hawks. Turning in arguably their best team performance of the season the Hawks went in at half time 2-0 up. The second half started slower and it looked as if Ten Em Bee would get back into the game but The Hawks re-grouped and were soon controlling the game and finished as 8-0 winners. The Hawks 2008 recorded reads as played 3, won 3, scored 23 conceded 1, well done boys keep it up! Team – Rhys, Matias (1), Ed, Jamie (1), Hong, Owen (1), Aaron (5), Mehmet, Spencer

Hawks 7 Hamsey Rangers Hawks 1

The Hawks continued their winning start to 2008 with a good win against a quickly improving Hamsey side. The Hawks got of to a bright start with an early goal but then found the going hard against a well organized defence before finally scoring 3 more before half time while Hamsey pulled a goal back that briefly threatened to shake the Hawks. The second half saw Hamsey come out of the blocks quickly and went close on a number of occasions before the Hawks regained the advantage to finish strongly. Man of the match with two well taken goals was Owen. Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Jamie (2), Hong, Owen (2), Aaron (1), Mehmet (1), Spencer (1)

Hawks 8 Genesis 0

The Hawks started the new year in winning ways with a comfortable win against six man Genesis. Man of the match was Mehmet. Team – Rhys, Matias (1), Ed, Jamie (2), Owen (1), Aaron (1), Mehmet (2), Spencer (1)

New Beckenham 2 Hawks 5

The Hawks got back to winning ways in a very entertaining game at the HSBC sports ground in Beckenham. The excellent pitch help the Hawks passing game and the boys enjoyed themsleves in the Winter sun. Man of the match was hat trick hero Spencer. Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Hong (1), Jamie (1), Owen, Liam, Aaron, Mehmet, Spencer (3)

Hawks 2 West Wickham 2

The Haws came from two goals down to snatch a dramatic draw with the last kick of the game in a well contested friendly. Team – Rhys, Matias, Liam, Ed, Hong (1), Jamie, Owen (1), Aaron, Mehmet, Spencer

Moonshot 1 Hawks 0

Another freezing morning saw the Hawks face Moonshoot. Both teams had put in big performances this season and were both undefeated so something had to give. A big crowd had gathered to watch the most anticipated game of the season and both team started well in what was to be a very close encounter.The Hawks had a number of chances before Moonshot final broke the deadlock mid way through the first half with an unstoppable short from the edge of the area. The second half saw much more Hawks pressure as we took the game to them and although most of the half was spent camped in the Moonshot end the boys failed to get back on level terms. The Hawks piled on pressure and looked destined to score until the game was cut short by over 5 minutes by the referee! Man of the match was Hong. Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Hong, Jamie, Owen, Aaron, Mehmet, Spencer

Orpington 1 Hawks 5

The Hawks made the trip to Orpington on Sunday in a friendly which was played in artic conditions. A strong cutting wind made playing extreemly hard and the match was a close encounter for two thirds with the Hawks just shading the game 2-1. In the final third the Hawks warmed up their passing and finished strongly to win 5-1 in the end. Man of the match was wing wizzard Spencer Team – Rhys, Matias, Hong (1), Jamie, Owen (2), Aaron, Mehmet (1), Liam, Spencer (1)

Hawks 3 Chipstead 1

The Hawks once again had a very hard fought match. A close encounter saw the Hawks 1-0 at half time from a fine goal from Owen. In the second half more Hawks preasure led to an own goal from a great Spencer courner and also a goal from Spencer himself. Chipstead got a late goal but the Hawks held on for another win. Man of the match was 'safe hands' Rhys'. Team – Rhys, Matias, Hong, Jamie, Owen (1), Aaron, Mehmet, Liam, Spencer (1) + (og1)

Tulse Hill 2 Hawks 3

The closest game of the season saw the Hawks win by the odd goal in a 5 goal thriller. In the first half the Hawks had the best of the few chances but were unable to take advantage and the two sides went into the break goalless. The second half was much more lively and early Hawks pressure led the the home team handling in the box and Hong put the resulting penalty away. A contentious free kick leveled the game but the Hawks finally took control in a physical match to race a head 3-1. A final minute goal from Tulse Hill finished the scoring and the Hawks were 3-2 winners to maintain their 100% record. Man of the match with some lightening wing play and a goal was Jamie. Team – Rhys, Matias, Hong (1), Jamie (1), Owen, Aaron (1), Mehmet, Liam, Spencer

Hawks 6 West Wickham 1

The Hawks faced a tough challenge on Sunday as they came up against a very good West Wickham side. The first half was really end to end stuff with both teams having numerous chances. The Hawks took the lead only to be pegged back straight away but managed to get their noses in front 2-1 at the break. In the second half however the Hawks really got going and some fine finishing lead to the Hawks winning 6-1. Man of the match with a fantastic midfield performance was Mehmet. Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Hong, Jamie (1), Owen (2), Aaron (2), Mehmet, Liam, Spencer (1)

Hawks 8 JEFC 1

The Hawks continued their 100% start to the season at home to JEFC. The Hawks found it hard going to open the scoring against the determined JEFC but once they scored the first more were soon to followed making it 3-0 at half time. The boys kept the pressure on in the second half and a late JEFC goal, the first the Hawks have conceded in the league this season, was only a consolation for the visitors as the Hawks finished the game as 8-1 victors. Man of the match was Ed. Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Hong, Jamie, Owen (4), Aaron (1), Mehmet (1), Liam (1), Spencer (1)

Cobra Boys 0 Hawks 5

The Hawks won their second consecutive league game 5-0 to continue their 100% record at the start of the season. A lively start led to the Hawks scoring three goals in the first half inspired by the return of Spencer. The boys pace and movement was to much for a very determined Cobra team who never gave up the fight. The second half saw the Hawks add two more to their tally in a good all round team performance. Matias had a fine performance to collect the man of the match award. Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Hong, Jamie, Owen (2), Aaron (2), Mehmet, Liam, Spencer (1)

Hawks 6 Peckham Town 1

The Hawks welcomed Peckham Town on Sunday in what proved to be a game of two halves. The Hawks took control early on and scored the opener only to let Peckham equalise with some sloppy defending. It was a reminder that we have to work hard and soon the Hawks got back into top gear to race to a 6-1 half-time lead. The second half however was very different and the Hawks failed to get their passing together and Peckham deservedly held us to a goalless second period. Man of the match was Spencer, who even though injured, came to support his teammates Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Hong (1), Jamie, Owen (3), Aaron (2), Mehmet, Liam

Ten Em Bee 0 Hawks 5

The Hawks secured their second win, and clean sheet, of the season with a good 5-0 win at Ten Em Bee. The Hawks didn't have it all their own way in the first half and it took a finger tip save from a dangerous free kick by Rhys in goal to keep the scores level before Aaron scored to give the Hawks a deserved but narrow half time lead. After the break the boys finally got their passing going and created chance after chance but unlike the first half they managed to find the back of the net with Hong, Jamie and Arron scoring as well a a good goal from the dominant Mehmet in the middle of the park. Man of the match Rhys. Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Hong (1), Jamie (1), Owen, Aaron (2), Mehmet (1), Liam

Hawks 11 Hamsey Rangers Hawks 0

The Hawks started their second season in spectacular fashion with a resounding win at home against Hamsey Rangers Hawks. Even without the influencial Spencer, who we wish a speedy recovery from his injury, the Hawks started lively with debutante Aaron scoring a first half hat-trick helping to give us a 5-0 half time lead. More of the same in the second half including a brace from Owen, also making his league debut, finished off a fine opening day win. Man of the match Aaron. Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Hong (3), Jamie (1), Owen (2), Aaron (4), Mehmet (1)

Hawks 2 Epson Eagles 1

The Hawks ended there pre-season build-up in style with a great victory against Epsom Eagles. With the boys at full strength the Hawks started brightly and should have taken the lead on a number of occations before letting a goal in against the run of play to find themselves down at the break. The second half saw the Hawks come close again and it looked like we would again draw blanks against the unbeaten Eagles. Then a geat move carved the Eagles apart and the Hawks finally got their reward when Owen poked home the equaliser. This inspired the boys on and agreat day was complete when Spencer riffled the winner into the top right corner of the net. A superb team performance and a confidence boosting win sets us up well as we look forward to the start of the season next Sunday. Team – Rhys, Matias, Ed, Spencer (1), Hong, Jamie, Owen (1), Aaron, Mehmet, Liam

Hawks win Valley Valiant Pre-Season Tournament

The Hawks added more silverwear to the ever growing trophy cabinet as they won the Valley Valiant tournament in Hayes last Sunday. Read the full report by team manager Andy <here>

Hawks 4 Sutton United 4

The Hawks started their pre-season programme with a entertaining draw against Sutton United. Sutton got off a fast start and scored early on against the Hawks makeshift defense still missing Ed and Matias. It took a while before the boys worked out their unfamiliar positions but soon the Hawks found their feet and raced into a 4-1 half-time lead with an Aaron goal in between a Owen hat-trick. The second half swung back in Sutton's favour however as they pulled one back while the Hawks were temporarily down to six men. This proved the turning point as a strong Sutton side scored another goal before equalising with the last kick of the match. Overall a draw was a fair result and proved a great workout for both teams before the start of the new season.
Team – Rhys, Spencer, Hong, Jamie, Owen (3), Aaron (1), Mehmet