Hartpury kept their Southern League Division One South play-off hopes alive by clinching a resilient 2-1 win against Swindon Supermarine on Saturday, even after being reduced to nine men. Louis Manning was the hero at the Imagine Cruising Stadium, scoring twice to secure the points.
The Acorns faced adversity early when Riley McGregor received a straight red card in the 22nd minute. Despite this, Billy Osborn set up Manning’s opener on 40 minutes. Supermarine equalised on the hour through Sal Abubakar, but after Osborn’s dismissal at 69 minutes, Manning struck again two minutes later, finishing superbly from a Jenkins cross to restore the lead.
Bishop’s Cleeve maintained their hold on the final play-off spot with a 3-3 draw against Falmouth Town on Tuesday. The visitors led three times, but Harry Williams’ brace and a late own goal ensured a point for Cleeve.
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Mousehole secured a 2-1 victory over Bishop’s Cleeve at Kayte Lane on Saturday. Tallan Mitchell scored twice—the winner setting up Hayden Turner for a decisive finish. Meanwhile, Evesham United bounced back from a 6-1 defeat at Havant & Waterlooville with a 2-1 comeback win at bottom side Tiverton Town, thanks to goals from Ethan Dunbar and Andre Wright.
In the Hellenic League, Shortwood United celebrated their first trophy in 15 years by winning the Supplementary Challenge Cup with a 2-1 triumph over Newent Town. Alfie Bradshaw scored both goals, taking his season tally to 21.
Slimbridge continue to dominate the Hellenic Premier Division, opening a commanding nine-point gap with four games left. Their recent 6-0 win over Cribbs confirmed a guaranteed play-off spot, with key contributions from Jack W Smith, Olly Sully, and Shiyak Sutherland.
Play-off battles remain intense as Cirencester Town came from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 with Corsham Town, holding on to a play-off position. Fairford Town and Cinderford Town also remain in the hunt with solid performances.
In the County League, Sharpness lead the table by four points following a mix of draws and wins, including a recent 3-1 victory over Bishop’s Cleeve Development. Filton Athletic’s impressive 12-match winning streak ended with a 0-0 draw against Frampton United.
Northern Senior League highlights include Whaddon United extending their lead at the top of Division One with a 2-0 win at Lydney Town Reserves. English Bicknor, on the chase, enjoyed a 4-0 victory over Gala Wilton, featuring a hat-trick from Toby Wildig.
Women’s football saw Forest Green Rovers' Lashai McNama score a hat-trick in a Premier Division win over Saltash United. The Gloucestershire FA Women’s Senior Cup was marked by a thrilling 6-5 loss for Gloucester City to Torquay United, after a high-scoring contest.
Elsewhere, Cheltenham Town’s Women’s Senior Cup run ended with a 4-1 defeat to Bristol City, while in the South West Women’s League Division One North Cup, Cirencester Town bowed out against Weston super Mare.
In lower leagues and divisions, notable individual performances and tight contests highlight the ongoing passion and competitiveness across Gloucestershire’s football scene.