Hartpury clinched a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over Bideford at The Sports Ground, marking their third consecutive win in the Southern League Division One South. Despite going behind early when Finn Roberts scored for Bideford in the 13th minute, Louis Manning’s powerful strike just before half-time and a fortunate own goal shortly after the break secured the win. Manning showcased his skill by maneuvering past defenders following a precise assist from Noah Coates before firing past Bideford’s goalkeeper Leo McCormick. The second goal came when Manning’s cross was deflected in off a Bideford defender, earning Hartpury their first away triumph since October.
In other Southern League action, Bishop’s Cleeve reclaimed a play-off position with a narrow 1-0 victory against Exmouth Town. Mat Liddiard’s headed goal from Toby Holland’s cross was decisive, edging the Mitres into fifth place, just four points adrift of leaders Portishead Town, albeit with two games in hand.
Evesham United faced a setback in the Premier South division, losing 1-0 to Gosport Borough due to a 48th-minute strike from Gerson Da Costa Ramos.
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Cinderford Town’s FA Vase journey concluded with a heavy 4-0 defeat against AFC Stoneham, leaving Slimbridge as Gloucestershire’s sole remaining contender in the competition. Slimbridge’s postponed match against Amesbury Town will now take place soon, with the winners set to face either Bovey Tracey or Downton in the last 32.
In the Hellenic League Premier Division, Slimbridge lost their top spot after a 3-0 defeat to Roman Glass St George, who moved two points clear despite having played four extra games. Elsewhere, Tuffley Rovers dominated Worcester Raiders with a 4-0 win powered by braces from Kieran Alder and Brad Bevan. Fairford Town suffered a late defeat, conceding a stoppage-time winner to Droitwich Spa after initially holding a 2-0 lead.
Division One saw Stonehouse Town rise with a convincing 4-1 win over Thame United Reserves, highlighted by a double from Harley Hudd alongside goals from Finn Rees and Connor Walters. They sit just outside the play-off positions, closely trailing Newent Town, who lost 2-1 to Brimscombe & Thrupp. Shortwood United staged a comeback against Cheltenham Saracens, rallying from behind to secure a 2-1 victory.
Longlevens earned a place in the GFA Trophy quarter-finals after besting Slimbridge 2-1, with goals from Fin Gwillim and Jay Wells. Despite Aaron Evans-Harriott missing an 87th-minute penalty, he managed to pull one back late for Slimbridge.
Tewkesbury Town ascended to second in the County League after a commanding 5-2 win over Hanham Athletic despite initially falling behind. Key contributions came from Jamie Goodwin, Alex Roder—who scored twice—and Scott Jordan, with an own goal finalizing the tally.
In Northern Senior League Division Two, Hardwicke took over the summit following a 4-0 victory at Frampton United Reserves with goals from Marley Johnson, Jack Twyman, Fred Humphries, and Jack Hill. Smiths Barometrics dropped to second after a 1-1 draw with Wickwar Wanderers.
At the league’s lower end, Fintan and Winchcombe Town battled to a 1-1 draw, with goals from Joe Jones and Matthew Watkins.
Falcons displayed attacking flair with an 8-3 demolition of Cheltenham Civil Service in Division One, powered by Harvey Collins’ hat-trick and Rich Gamble’s double, complemented by scoring efforts from Felix Davis, Elliot Green, and Oscar Miles.
Brockworth Albion and Bibury played out a 1-1 draw, and Lydney Town Reserves recorded a 5-0 victory against Gala Wilton, with an impressive five-goal spread of scorers, although they remain at the table’s bottom.
Women’s football also featured notable results. Cheltenham Town secured a dominant 4-0 win over Exeter City in the FA Women’s National League Southern Premier Division, fueled by Una Lue’s hat-trick. Lue quickly opened the scoring before Clarabella Hall added a second, and Lue scored twice more to complete her trio of goals.
Forest Green Rovers climbed to third in the South West Women’s League Premier Division with goals from Rhian Robbins and Leilani Ryder earning a 3-2 win at Frampton Rangers. Gloucester City narrowly lost 2-1 to leaders Sherborne Town despite Amanda Reimer’s goal.
Bishops Cleeve maintained third place in the County Women’s League Division One following a 5-2 victory over Longlevens, with goals shared by Leonie Gough (two), Nia Geary-Andrews, Imogen O’Brien, and Jess Stirling.
Top-of-the-table clashes saw Hartpury’s women fall 2-0 to Bristol Brunel, who lead the league by three points with a game in hand. Cheltenham Civil Service topped Division Two after a thrilling 6-4 win against Longwell Green, featuring Jess Brown’s four goals.
North Bristol Wanderers secured second place with a 2-1 win over Ellwood where Grace Reed scored, while Cheltenham Spa’s Division Three hopes were dented by a 2-1 defeat to AEK Boco Development despite a goal from Freya Harkin.