In his 350th Southern League match as manager, Paul Collicutt guided Bishop’s Cleeve to a crucial 2-0 win against Bashley, propelling the Mitres back into the play-off spots in Division One South. Jay Malshanskyj opened the scoring after being expertly set up by Ben McLean, slipping past two defenders to net his tenth goal of the season. Harry Williams sealed the victory with a composed finish, aided by the post, to give Cleeve a vital edge over their opponents.
Throughout the match, Bishop’s Cleeve maintained pressure, with goalkeeper Lewis Clayton making several key saves to deny Bashley’s Scott Bungay. Despite a late offside call against Williams, the result stood, leaving the Mitres in a strong position following Shaftesbury’s 3-0 loss to Didcot Town.
Elsewhere in the Southern League Premier South, Evesham United secured a 2-1 win over Wimborne Town thanks to goals from Kai Churchley and Ethan Dunbar, overcoming William Fletcher’s reply.
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In Hellenic League action, Fairford Town dominated Roman Glass St George 4-0 with goals spread across both halves, highlighted by Charlie Holliday’s early opener and a late finish by Elliot Haffenden. Slimbridge edged a thrilling 3-2 victory at Pershore, overcoming a dog delay to snatch a last-minute winner from Jack Smith.
Brimscombe & Thrupp recorded an emphatic 6-1 victory over Carterton in Division One, with Xavi Diaz and Jono Peachey-Score each netting twice to power their team’s commanding performance.
County League highlights saw Brockworth Albion pull off a 5-2 upset against Filton Athletic in the GFA Senior Amateur Cup quarter-finals. Ryan Vincent and Gus Jackson were among the scorers as the Northern Senior League Division One side advanced to the semi-finals.
Tewkesbury Town’s unbeaten streak ended in a 2-2 draw with Totterdown United, while Ruardean Hill Rangers drew 1-1 against Stoke Gifford SGS United. In Northern Senior League Division One, Tredworth Tigers defeated Charfield 3-1, with Tyrese Sutherland scoring twice.
In women’s football, Cheltenham Town suffered a heavy 6-0 FA Women’s National League Southern Premier defeat to Lewes, conceding four goals before halftime. Gloucester City women enjoyed a 3-0 victory over Frampton Rangers in the South West Women’s League Premier Division, courtesy of goals from Maggie Neall, Sachi Kaneko-Grun, and Libby Goater.
Cirencester Town triumphed 4-1 against AFC Brislington in Division One North, with Annie Martin netting twice, while Whitchurch recorded a 4-0 victory over Gloucester City Reserves.
In County Women’s League Division One, Bristol Brunel maintained their lead with a 2-0 win at Bishop’s Cleeve. Cheltenham Civil Service topped Division Two after a 5-3 win at Mangotsfield United Reserves, featuring goals from Jessica Brown and Haley Raimist.
Bishop’s Cleeve Development team secured an 11-point lead at the top of Division Three following a walkover against Bristol Ladies Union. Winchcombe Town earned a 4-2 win over Tuffley Rovers, with Megan Somerville scoring twice.
Finally, in Division Four, leaders Fry Club overcame title rivals Mitcheldean 4-1, with Melanie Saunders scoring for the visitors in a competitive top-of-the-table clash.