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on the arts curriculum because of a lack of funding. Schools are putting too much emphasis on Numeracy and Literacy which are important but there needs to be a balance. “How many more pupils like Alex are there in Liverpool schools who have a gift for music and the arts and it’s not being catered for?”

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Life cycles By Stephen Guy, West Derby Society

THE invention of the bicycle changed lives of countless people across the world, giving them the ability to travel at virtually no cost once they acquired a machine. Bicycles had the advantage of needing little maintenance compared to horses, carriages and cars. Cyclists needed to be fit and confident while bad weather could also be a drawback. There was a freedom unknown to previous generations coupled with improved health and wellbeing. The earliest modern bicycle appeared in Paris in 1791, reflecting the spirit of equality embraced by the French Revolution which was raging. However, there are images of similar contraptions long before this date. All were propelled by riders pushing along with ground with

their feet. An improved but similar machine called the hobby-horse was produced in London from 1818. Riders needed to be strong and fit to move over poor roads and the craze was over by 1830. Something better had to be found. A Scottish village blacksmith called Kirkpatrick Macmillan came up with a solution in 1839 when he invented the first practical pedal-driven two-wheeled bicycle. Macmillan did not take out any patents and his design was soon copied. Machines such as the penny farthing were driven by pedals directly powering the front wheel. Cycling was transformed in the 1870s by the advent of the bicycle chain powering the rear wheel. The modern safety bicycle had arrived and continues to develop. In 1963 a cyclist (pictured above) heads down Barnfield Drive, signalling to turn right into

Eaton Rd. A Ford Popular travels towards Queens Drive while a Ford Consul is parked at the kerb. A van – possibly a green Post Office Telephones Morris – is behind the cyclist. This photograph was taken shortly after Barnfield Drive was extended from Eaton Rd to Mill Lane and flats built overlooking the playing fields. In the background is a late Georgian house called Holly Mount, once a home of the wellknown Arkle family.

In the 1960s Holly Mount was shared by vet Ernest Shallcross, who had been there since 1939, and the Ministry of Pensions and National Insurance along with a branch of the National Assistance Board. Holly Mount was demolished in 1972 - the site is now occupied by a small estate with the same name. n Join the West Derby Society at its next meeting 7.30 pm on Wednesday 16 January at Lowlands, 13 Haymans Green, Liverpool L12 7JG.

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WHEN the Hyundai i30 is delivered I am pleasantly surprised. I had been expecting a plain and functional five door hatchback. But instead I am looking at the Fastback, a much more exciting proposition. Its sleek lines make it a vehicle to admire from the design perspective. The striking front is impressive if similar to a growing number of cars these days. The rear has hints of Mercedes about it… and Aston Martin without the hefty price tags. The i30 Fastback clearly has a talented designer. The result should be a Lexus beating sports saloon that is very pleasing on the eye and really does create a double take especially for those who have previously ignored the virtues of a Hyundai. This family car surprises at every turn and probably the biggest achievement is the fact that it is powered by a tiddly little one-litre petrol engine, which promises low emissions. Through

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COMEDIAN Robert Webb was born in 1972. A Channel 4 favourite, he stars alongside David Mitchell in Mitchell & Webb, in the Sony award-winning That Mitchell & Webb Sound and the Bafta award-winning That Mitchell & Webb Look. He is Jeremy in Peep Show. He grew up in Lincolnshire and according to him in his autobiography ‘How Not To Be A Boy’, published by Canongate, Lincolnshire “is a large and largely ignored county on the east coast of England, sufficiently far north to be considered Northern but somehow not Professionally Northern in the manner of, say, Yorkshire or Tyneside”. From where he grew up, it took about an hour to get to a major road, the A1 – “also known as ‘the Lincolnshire bypass’ – and it’s this sense of isolation that gives the place some of its character and beauty, as well as some of its problems”. Robert was born, to parents Paul and Pat (she hated Patricia), 10 months after the death of his eldest brother Martin (6) from meningitis and also had two older brothers, Mark and Andrew. His first home was a house called Slieve Moyne in the village of Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire. The house was fitted with double glazing “to

make up for the familiar scream of Tornados” because they lived “next door” to RAF Coningsby. “In later years I would think of the place as Tatooine, the planet Luke Skywalker imagines to be furthest from the bright centre of the universe. But for now it was the universe and one with which I was perfectly content. There was just one problem. When we first meet Luke on Tatooine, he has an issue with his mysteriously absent father. My father, on the other hand, was all too present. And his name might as well have been Darth Vader. “When people saw Dad walking down the

street in Woodhall Spa, they did not think: ‘Ah there goes Paul Webb, a walking powderkeg of repressed grief.’ Paul’s public face was beloved by more or less the entire village. Generous with his time, charismatic, cheeky, cajoling and straightforwardly kind, he didn’t so much live in that village as host it. He would walk into a pub and I would watch the whole room subtly adjust itself in his direction and settle itself in for a treat. They adored him. But then they didn’t have to live with him. Mum did.” Robert’s mum was “a working class woman who was certainly clever, but not clever enough to avoid getting knocked up before finishing her A-levels”. He recalls how she always had a part-time job as a school secretary, a hotel secretary or a bar-worker. Growing up, adults referred to Robert as painfully shy and quiet. His sense of humour gradually developed. He says: “Growing up, I was given the impression that Woodhall was one of the ‘nicer’ villages in the area. Certainly the Conservative Club, the Golf Club, the Tea House in the Woods and the Dower House Hotel – a stately procession of mock-Tudor buildings with horse-brassy fireplaces – lend the place an impregnable air of Tory respectability.”

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How do you feel about the year? How do you rate it? How satisfied are you? What’s missing? What didn’t you do this year? What didn’t you achieve? By answering this question, it sets you up for the next part......... Planning for the new year: Hopefully by doing this exercise it will give you some new questions to ask yourself and will help you plan for a better, more fulfilling new year Hope this helps! Thank you again for reading my articles this year and I hope you all have a positive and fulfilling Christmas and New Year. My Women Only Body transformation programme, and kids martial arts classes, will start up again on Monday, January 7. Paul Coshott: www.liverpool personaltrainer.com

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LOWLANDS The West Derby Community Centre In partnership with the community since 1957.

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January MONTHLY BOOK GROUP This small group of retired readers meet in the Arncliffe Centre, off Mackets Lane on a Tuesday 1.30 for an hour. We read one different book (supplied) every month and then share our thoughts of the book. New members welcome . £11 per year. Ring Liz 486 6547 ALLERTON Breathe Easy Liverpool South is a friendly support group for people with lung disease/breathing difficulties. We usually meet the fourth Monday in the month at 1.30 pm, Bridge Chapel Centre, Heath Road, Liverpool, L19 4XR. For further information, please ring the British Lung Foundation Helpline on 03000 030 555. TRAMWAY & LIGHT RAILWAY SOCIETY Monday 21st January 2019 Greenbank Sports Academy, Greenbank Lane, Liverpool L171AG. Bill Barlow presents Buses on Postcards. A look around the UK at cities, towns and villages that issued commercial postcards that just happened to feature buses.7.45pm for 8pm. Admission £2 including refreshments. Everyone welcome. Expect an entertaining evening. TRAMWAY & LIGHT RAILWAY SOCIETY Meet Jane Cole, Manager, Blackpool Transport Services, on home ground. Wednesday 23rd January 2019 at BTS, Rigby Road, Blackpool FY1 5DD. Prior

booking essential via Tony Kuivala, at treasurertlrsmerseyside@ btinternet.com no later than 17th January. Max 20 places. She couldn’t come to us so we are going to her. Should be an interesting afternoon. CANTATA CHOIR Come and sing (S.A.T. or B). at the Cantata Choir, based in the Metropolitan Cathedral. We rehearse on Thursdays 7.30 9.30, and sing a mixture of music, sacred; modern; some a little challenging; in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. You do not need to be religious to join us. Website: cathedral concerts. org.uk LCRA WALKING GROUP A Liverpool-based group who organise regular Sunday coach rambles to the Lake District, North Wales, Peak District and Yorkshire Dales. Walks are graded to suit all abilities. The club also arranges weekends away and social activities. To find out more call Will on 0151 486 6541, find us on facebook or visit www. liverpoolcatholicramblers.com OVER 50S KEEP FIT CLASS Over 50s Keep Fit Class and Line Dancing at the Aigburth Community Church Hall. Fun children’s ballet/tap classes at St David’s Gladstone Hall and Childwall Sports and Science Academy. Fully qualified dance teacher/fitness instructor. For more information on days/times and prices, contact Amy on 07507

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015 227 or amy_sand1@hotmail. com NEW BALLROOM, LATIN, LATINO AND SEQUENCE Adult dance lessons with Dance Unlimited Liverpool on Monday nights at 8pm, The Woodlands Social Club, Mill Lane, WEST DERBY, L12 7JB. Beginners welcome every week and no partner necessary. Follow us on Facebook or E-mail danceunlimitedliv@gmail.com or telephone/text 07708783553 for more information. NEW BALLROOM, LATIN AND LATINO Adult dance lessons with Dance Unlimited Liverpool on Wednesday nights at 8pm, Aigburth Peoples Hall, AIGBURTH VALE, L17 0DJ. Beginners welcome every week and no partner necessary. Follow us on Facebook or E-mail danceunlimitedliv@gmail.com or telephone/text 07708783553 for more information OLIVE BANK COMMUNITY CLUB If you are interested in bowls, snooker, pool, art classes, Saturday live entertainment or simply somewhere to enjoy a social drink, give us a try. Olive Bank Community Club, Long Lane, Off Mill Lane, Wavertree, L15 8LT. For further info phone Arthur on 07711 145770 SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLASSES Men and women welcome for a enjoyable/active evening with a cuppa Wednesdays 7.30 - 9.50 pm £4. Oakvale United Reform Church Hall, Edge Lane/ Broad Green Road L13 4AD. Contact; Rosemary 0151 281 0317 Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, Liverpool Branch. Web site http:// www.rscds-liverpool.org.uk THE LIVERPOOL SHOWTIME GROUP Are available to perform concerts for ladies group, WI, etc. Enquiries, please telephone 0151 427 9991 or 0151 427 3080 SHARED READING GROUP Relax, make new friends and share stories over a cuppa. We read great novels, short stories and poems aloud. Why not come along and join in, or just sit back and listen? We meet at Huyton Library on Thursday mornings, 11:15 - 12:45. Contact info@ thereader.org.uk 0151 7292200 FIBROMATES NORTH WEST Fibromyalgia Support Group meets every month for those suffering from Fibromyalgia and their carers, family and friends. Sharing quality time with people who have the same condition can be therapeutic. Guest speakers provide information on how to manage the pain of Fibromyalgia. Contact Anne 07912 084 549.

NEW FRIENDS MERSEYSIDE Currently meet at The Old Post Office, School Lane, city centre on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm. Over 55’s, male and female, who meet up to chat, have a drink and discuss arrangements for weekends away, days out etc. Don’t be lonely, isolated, fed up with your own company, come along and meet us. EATING DISORDER SUPPORT GROUP A confidential support group for families and anyone affected by an Eating Disorder. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month at the Millennium Centre, St Mary’s Church, West Derby from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. For more information visit www.tedsuk.com or ring Tina on 07773 962183. EXNEX SOCIAL CLUB Meeting every Thursday at The Liverpool pub, James Street, ExNex is aimed at those over 50 for friendship, fun and a great night out. Members enjoy cabaret evenings, quiz nights, dinners, theatre trips, dancing, and much more. Open to guests, so come and find out what ExNex is about and how much fun we have. Please call 07534 157920 PRAM CLUB For parents and carers of preschool children. Wednesday 1.30pm to 3pm during term time at Cornerstone Centre, Eaton Road North, West Derby Village. L12 7JN.Come along for a warm welcome, cup of tea and a friendly chat. There is no waiting list. Call Margaret 0151 226 5603 or just pop in. CHILDWALL MONDAY WOMEN’S CLUB Minerva, 8pm to 10pm each Monday. CADWA Hall, Cranborne Wing, Bowland Ave, L16 1JP. We are a friendly group of Women enjoying a programme of speakers, craft, quizzes, discussions, days out. New members very welcome, come along and make friends. Contact Jackie 0151 737 2454 SOUTH LIVERPOOL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY meets every Thursday at CADWA, Rocky Lane L16 1JD from 7.45 10.00. Membership £65/£60 for September to June. Summer £3 per visit. We warmly welcome anyone with an interest in photography to take part in competitions, displays and presentations and workshops. Beginners to veterans. Contact; Tim Evans on 0151 475 0345, secretaryslps@virginmedia.com Website; www.slps.co.uk LIVERPOOL & MERSEYSIDE PHILATELIC SOCIETY Meet upstairs at Court Hey Methodist Church Hall, Bowring Park, L14 3NU, on alternate

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September to June. Guest speakers and members display presentations of postal history and various stamp related themes. New members and guests welcome; good car parking. Bus 6, 61, 116, 610, 619 and quite close to Broadgreen station. Contact Dr. D.Crewe on 0151 733 1291 or Tim Evans on 0151 475 0345 GRAND NATIONAL CHORUS Open nights are held regularly at Prescot Town Hall, 1 Warrington Rd, Prescot L34 5QX, from 8 pm to 10 pm on Thursdays. Come and hear the fabulous harmony of the male voices. Ring 07716 127814 to book free place. http://www. liverpoolinharmony.co.uk Groups, clubs and classes ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY Have several support groups in Prescot, Halewood, Huyton and Kirkby for people living with dementia and their carers. The groups provide activities and an opportunity to meet other families with caring responsibilities. There is no charge to attend and refreshments are provided. Please contact us on 426 4433. ACTIVITY HUB Are you at a loose end on a Tuesday morning? If so come along to Long Lane Church, off Mill Lane, Wavertree, 11am till 1pm. We have board games, crochet, knitting, card making, gardening and church maintenance (if you are handy). Refreshments provided £1. All welcome. For info call Helen on 07837 711178 BOWEL CANCER SUPPORT Come and meet others, discuss, explore,

exchange ideas and laughter in a friendly, non-threatening environment. If you would like to join us for a cuppa and a chat, come along to Meeting Room ‘A’, upstairs in Childwall Fiveways Centre, on the first Tuesday of every month from 6.00-7.30pm. Patients, former patients, family, friends & carers all welcome!! For info ring Helen 07948 120955 BREATHE EASY Breathe Easy Liverpool South is a friendly support group for people with lung disease/breathing difficulties. We usually meet the fourth Monday in the month at 1.30 pm, Bridge Chapel Centre, Heath Road, Liverpool, L19 4XR. For further information, please ring the British Lung Foundation Helpline on 03000 030 555 C.A.B. C.A.B. drop-in (10am to 12noon) Tuebrook Hope Centre, Christ Church Buckingham Rd. L13 CHARITY TABLE SALE At the Bridge Centre Trust, every Saturday from 9am to 2.30pm (pitch available only £7). 2 Daneville Road, L4 9RG. Phone 0151 792 8711 CHRIST CHURCH CENTRE, SEDGEMOOR RD. Coffee morning in church centre, Tues 10am-12noon. Make new friends or relax with old ones, everybody welcome. Call Helen on 0151 474 1444 for info. Connect ‘n’ Create. Come along for company, a cuppa and a bit of craft or anything creative! All skills, all levels! Wednesdays 10am-12noon. Call Barbara 0151 226 2992. CROXTETH HALL GARDEN SOCIETY We are a friendly group who meet in Croxteth Hall every 1st and 3rd Thursday evening of the month at 7.30pm. Annual membership is £10 which includes refreshments and raffle. If you’re interested in gardening why not join us. Please ring Jim or Liverpool Ramblers are Pauline on 0151 928 leading a walk every day from 5625 – visit our website www.croxteth.net December 21st to January CROXTETH RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION 6th (except Christmas Day) See our website for Distances from about 4 to 9 details. www.comiles. Families very welcome. residents-association. co.uk LITTLE STEPS Start and end points all For preschool children accessible by public transport. and carers. St Christopher’s, Lorenzo Drive. Wednesdays 9.45am-11.15am Term time. No waiting list. No lower age limit. Just www.liverpoolramblers.org.uk come along or call Sue 0151 226 2992. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN’S CLUBS The NAWC meet at Lowlands

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Taking the New Year by storm and working through my life plan HEY guys and welcome to my first Life ‘n’ Style of 2019. Hope you all had a fabulous Christmas and I hope 2019 brings you all health, wealth and happiness. I have had a lovely few weeks but I am ready to take 2019 by storm and start working through my life plan. Last week my mum held her annual Christmas BezzyBuddies lunch at the Hilton in Liverpool. It was such a gorgeous day. There was champagne flowing throughout and an afternoon jam packed with entertainment. After a few glasses of wine I had my arm twisted to take to the stage to perform the Spice Girls. At first I wanted the ground to eat me up because even though I probably appear to be really confident I’m actually quite shy but I just told myself it was all for a good cause and anything to do with charity work I’m all in. If you haven’t yet heard of Bezzybuddies or you are new to reading my column it is an events company that my mum started up five years ago and is focused on bringing together like-minded people who all enjoy socialising, getting together and having a fabulous time. My mum started off with about 10 Bezzybuddies and now has over 1000 people joined on the website. Each week she puts on an event whether it be a shopping trip, a night

on the town, wine tasting, weekends away or holidays. You name it there is something for everyone no matter what your age or lifestyle enjoyments. For more info check out the website www. bezzybuddies.com or give my mum a little text or call on 07901 000014. I had loads of lovely comments from the Leopard Jumpsuit I wore with people asking where it was from. Ku Spendlove made it for me. All my friends call me the jumpsuit queen but not only are they a complete outfit in one they are also really flattering and because Ku Spendlove makes everything to perfectly fit you and will work with you on the design no two outfits are ever the same so you don’t have to worry about somebody having the same outfit on as you. Now if I’m not going to wear a jumpsuit then next in line is a little co-ord. I went on a little date night with my guy to Bar & Grill and wore this little number from PrettyLittleThing. Grey Snake Faux Leather Bralet (£10) and Grey Snake Faux Leather Flared Trousers (£22). (Faux) animal is a big thing this season

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so it’s worth jumping on the trend as you can wear them all over or mix and match with some plainer items to dress them down. This week I have been doing a bit of filming for the BBC at the Shankly Hotel in Liverpool. The programme is based on the fabulous hotel and I was lucky enough to be the first person to stay in the new Jungle Room. This room is different from any other. Can’t wait for you all to see it. While filming I wore two sparkly numbers – another fabulous Ku Spendlove jumpsuit creation and a Tom Ford Molly dress from @ oneroseboutique on Instagram.

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And they keep coming. This month’s winner is – Bill – wins a £25 voucher For The Vet Liverpool. To be in with a chance of winning our Pap Your Pets comp. please email your pet’s pic and your name, address and phone no. to: complink@yahoo.com (Subject: Pap your Pets) to reach us by 8th January 2019. ONE PHOTO ONLY PLEASE! This month’s Pap Your Pets is kindly sponsored by The Vet Liverpool, Lorenzo Drive, L11 1BQ. WIN £25 PET VOUCHER

Holly – the Collie

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Dog of the month – Max DOG BREED: Crossbreed DOG AGE: 14 Max is a sweet, gentle older boy who would make a wonderful companion for someone. He absolutely loves being around people and can be very snuggly. He’s also quite playful, despite his advancing years, and still loves to bring you a toy to play with. Max would like a home with

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Tips for your pets EVERYBODY over indulges during the Christmas period – even our beloved pets!! January is always a good time to review our lifestyle so don’t forget the furry friends we have!! Exercise – a healthy amount of exercise is needed for our dogs so appropriate walks are a must. Great for socialising too. For cats, just encouraging them to play can help burn off calories. Treat – we all love a treat or two but there are so many

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Cat of the month – Narla NARLA is about eight years old. She was very skinny when she was found trying to cross a main road but she didn’t have the strength, she could hardly walk. She needs a warm, loving home where she can relax and feel safe. She is now safe in Rescue but looking for her fabulous forever home – could YOU be the one? For adoption enquiries please also contact us. Please call our Rescue on 0151 494 0470 or 07745 167170. With many, many thanks to The

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By Jen Ratcliffe South Res in red in their recent away game at West Kirby, Neil Roach captain in front.

Puskas unveiling at South Parkway By Jim Stanway

A SPECIAL presentation took place at the South Liverpool Parkway bus and railway station recently. The station was previously the site of South Liverpool FC’s ground at Holly Park. On a special night in May 1967 over 10,000 football fans packed into the ground to witness one of the greatest footballers of all time, Hungarian international Ferenc Puskas, play a charity match in aid of the local children’s charity Bankfield House. 51 years later the Hungarian community in Liverpool, led by Dr Andrew Zsigmond, arranged for the famous night to be commemorated with a plaque now positioned at the station next to Costa Coffee! Bearing in mind that Puskas is the most famous Hungarian of all time there was a very significant presence at the unveiling. The Mayor of Budapest and the Hungarian Ambassador to the UK were both present as well as the Hungarian consul in Liverpool and Granada Reports!! Liverpool FC legend Ian Callaghan was also in attendance, as was well-known local football writer John Keith. South Liverpool’s first team have struggled of late but have progressed to the quarter final of the Liverpool County FA Challenge Cup which will be played in February. The reserves have progressed

AS THE second batch of league matches approach we’re taking a look at how Liverpool Sefton have started the 18-19 season. The W1s had a tough few months and are still without a win in the Northern Premier League. A series of draws have put points on the board but they haven’t found their old form to take three points. The M1s are sitting comfortably in North Division Two. A change in captaincy hasn’t unbalanced the team with four wins, three draws and four defeats demonstrating steady performances in the build up to Christmas. The W2s had a strong start to the season but came up against tough opposition and slipped to seventh in North Division Two West. The team has a three-point cushion over local rivals Liverpool Uni. The M2s are struggling to find last year’s form after a series

of personnel changes including another new captain. They sit 10th in NW Division 3 South but look likely to remain in the new league. The W3s have taken 14 points from eight games and have a healthy goals for tally of 17. They’re currently in fourth place in Lancashire Division One and only a point behind second placed Mossley Hill. The M3s have settled into their new league nicely. After two successive promotions the lads have lodged themselves firmly in 6th place with six wins and five losses so far. The W4s are the second team in the club still waiting to take all three points. There had been a high turnover of players but as things settle the on-pitch performance is improving. The W5s had a roaring start, winning as many games in the first few weeks as they did all of last season. With a dedicated coach and a healthy squad size the team is looking to push higher in 2019.

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January: Which former England football captain died on January 22? (a) Jimmy Armfield (b) Alf Ramsey (c) Billy Wright February: The winter Olympics were held in which country? (a) China (b) North Korea (c) South Korea March: The former Soviet agent Sergei Skropal and his daughter were poisoned in which town? (a) Salisbury (b) Shrewsbury (c) Sudbury April: The Commonwealth Games were held in which country (a) to the semi-final of the West Australia (b) Canada (c) New Zealand Cheshire League second division May: Prince Harry married Meghan Markle in St George’s Chapel at league cup with a great 3-1 win at Heswall with goals from Jordan which royal residence? (a) Balmoral (b) Buckingham Palace (c) Windsor Castle McGowan, David Mee and Luke June: Which country won the 3rd place play-off in the 2018 World Partington. Cup, held in Russia? (a) Belgium (b) Croatia (c) England The youth team have July: Twelve boys and their football coach were rescued from a progressed to the semi-final of the flooded cave in which country? (a) Cambodia (b) Thailand (c) Vietnam Liverpool Premier League youth August: The Morandi Bridge collapsed in which Italian city, with 43 division cup with a penalty shootfatalities? (a) Genoa (b) Milan (c) Turin out win over Stanley House after September: Geoffrey Hayes, who died on September 30th, was the Jack Heard scored a last second presenter of which famous childrens’ TV show? (a) Blue Peter (b) Tiswas equaliser in extra time to earn a (c) Rainbow 4-4 draw. October: The world’s longest sea-crossing bridge was opened in The veterans had an excellent which country? (a) China (b) Russia (c) USA 3-1 win at main rivals Vauxhall November: The centenary of the ending of the First World War was Motors with two goals from Mark commemorated on which date? (a) 10th (b) 11th (c) 12th Ellison to take a nine-point lead at December: Which footballer won the Ballon d’Or, making him the the top of the Cheshire Veterans first player other than Messi or Ronaldo to win the award since 2007? League first division. (a) Eden Hazard (b) Luka Modric (c) Mo Salah

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Good form continues By Peter Harrison

A PACKED November fixture programme has seen the team record some key wins as the fine form continues. League victories against Dock FC – 2-0 with Timmy Naylor on the score sheet and a 9-1 demolition of AFC Liverpool Reserves – with Anthony Riddel and Kyle Mulby grabbing hat-tricks – were sandwiched by two cup games. The team tasted its first defeat in 90 minutes with a 2-1 reversal against Custys in the quarter final of the I Zingari Cup. Despite taking the lead, the loss was cemented with a goal in the final five minutes.

However, they have progressed to the quarter final of the George Mahon Cup with a thrilling 3-2 victory against Bankfield with goalkeeper Callum Mulby making a great last-minute save. The final league game saw the much awaited local derby against Liverpool Nalgo – both teams play on the same pitch and know each other well. A healthy crowd witnessed a 3-1 Alder victory with Anthony Roberts scoring his second league goal and Kyle Mulby bagging his 10th of the season to become the club’s leading marksman. n Pictured are the Hills – Taylor and Connor – looking rather nervous as a free-kick is about to be drilled into them.

Halfway point for West Derby Hockey By Mark Williams

AFTER a whirlwind half season, we have now almost reached the halfway point and can look forward to a break in proceedings, freeing up our Saturdays for Christmas shopping, mulled wine and mince pies. Looking back over the last three months we have certainly enjoyed some highs with the Men’s 2s registering six wins in a row (including score lines of 11-0 and 10-0), as well as the Men’s 1s enjoying some fantastic wins on the road against Windermere and Lytham Hockey Clubs. The Ladies have also had a

steady start to the season and managed to register back to back wins as well as an emphatic 8-1 win over Formby Ladies 4s. All three teams are in solid positions in their respective leagues with the Men’s first team sitting in seventh place after an exceptionally rough start. The Men’s 2s sit in fifth in what is turning out to be a very tight and exciting league and the Ladies are currently ranked sixth. With relegation out of the question for all teams, the focus firmly looks towards the top of each table with promotion a realistic prospect should results continue in the same fashion.

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Veterans march on but League team hit the buffers ... By Mick Titherington

MIXED fortunes for Stoneycroft teams over recent weeks – whilst the over 40s side have powered on maintaining a 100 per cent record in the I Zingari Combination, with a goal difference to match Manchester City’s, the league side suffered their first defeat at home to MSB Woolton. The Vets are having a fantastic season taking all before them with a style of play earning them rave notices. Their latest victims were a capable Aintree Villa side, who will give many teams problems, but with goals from Price, Butterworth and S.Burquest with Durkin replying for the Villa they proved no match for the on-fire Croft. It was a different story in the league with a roller coaster of a month. The game up at Kirkby against the Parky turned into an acrimonious affair and although goals from Jay Kennedy (2), Alex Kelly and Luke Daley saw the Croft run out easy winners the game was an instantly forgettable experience. A return to the town to play AFC Kirkby ended with the visitors bagging another three points as they cruised to a 6-2 victory. Jay Kennedy (2), Luke Daley, Kieran Ledson, Jamie Burgess and Josh Quarless on the score sheet with Gary Riley (2) netting for Kirkby. A return to Maiden Lane saw them entertain MSB Woolton. With a number of players missing, the Croft failed to maintain any sort of rhythm and for large parts

Luke Daley in action against MSB Woolton. of the game they looked out of sorts. MSB took the lead early on but just before half time a superb move involving eight players and numerous passes culminated in Jay Kennedy applying a sublime finish to draw level. The second period saw the home side enjoy the larger share of possession but without any real penetration. Woolton applied the route one tactic which proved successful as Croft defenders found it hard to cope with the pacey forwards. When the Croft did break through they found the Woolton keeper in fine form, thwarting two or three attempts with fine saves. The visitors regained the lead and extended it before the outstanding Stoneycroft player, Josh Quarless, pulled one back but it was not enough to rescue their unbeaten record. They say that you learn more from a defeat than a victory. Let’s hope they do.

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