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Plaque unveiled at old home of Grays Athletic

Phil Sammons joined former managers Jeff and Fred Saxton on Thursday evening at Saxton Park for the unveiling of a monument to honour the club.

Lalite and West head to Grays

Jack West started last season with Tilbury before moving onto Heybridge Swifts in October having been on top goalscoring form. He returned to Chadfields in March 2012, where he saw out the season.

Mascots wanted for West Ham v Grays fixture

They would like to have 22 children to walk out with the teams, so if your child is a Grays Athletic or West Ham supporter, and they would like to take part, please get in touch.

East Thurrock awarded “Team of the season” award

EAST THURROCK UNITED were awarded the Ryman Premier "Team of the Season" award at the Ryman League awards evening in Brighton at the weekend.

Thurrock appoint number two

Chairman Tommy South said "We are all very excited with our new set up, there is genuine confidence within the club and the management team that we are heading for a successful season in the Ryman Premier League".

No fear for Wayne as he heads up north for big fight against Coward

STANFORD fighter John Wayne Hibbert is confident that he can return to the ring in triumphant style on Friday night.

Football: Grays Ath pre-season friendlies

The fixture with Team Braintree will take place at The Amlin Stadium on Saturday 4th August, Kick Off 3pm. The friendly with Erith Town takes place at the Erith Stadium on Saturday 28th July, Kick Off 3pm.

Lee’s Euro blog: Group B and C

Thankfully though, group B has the delights of Nicklas Bendtner to make up for the rest of the utter dross. With that warm cuddly feeling now in place, let's begin with the deadly striker's very own nation. It's DENMARK!!!

Former Thurrock FC star stakes claim for Olympic 100m place

IT WAS a stunning display of 100 metre sprinting by Adam Gemeli at a meet in Germany that could see him line up against Usain Bolt at the London 2012 Olympics.

Tilbury FC move forward with plans for stadium

A PRESENTATION by the project managers, charged with the redevelopment of the Tilbury football ground received a warm welcome at a meeting yesterday (Wednesday) at Chadfields. Anna Cochrane of Sports Solutions Limited gave an hour long presentation where she outlined the "road map" for the redevelopment of the Ryman Division One North club.

Lee Wilson’s Football Ramblings

I'll be airing my views on current issues, writing feature articles on any topic that comes to mind, producing previews and reviews. You get the idea anyway.

Thurgood re-signs to boost Fleet

After speaking with chairman Tommy South and new manager Mark Stimson, Stuart agreed to stay and help Thurrock in their ambition to return to Blue Square League after this seasons relegation.

Ensign Buses used for Chelsea celebrations

OUR LAST news item on Ensign buses was when their buses had gone green but now they are proud to carry the Blues as two of their buses were used to carry the team through the streets of Chelsea as part of their parade.

Stimmo lays out his plans for Thurrock

IT WAS quite a coup for Thurrock chairman, Tommy South to persuade former Gillingham, Barnet and Grays Ath boss, Mark Stimson to be manager.

Football: St Clere’s end season with cup triumph

St.Clere’s F.C. U15’s recently collected silverware by winning the Southend & District League Spring Cup Final, beating Forest Glade “Whites” 1 – 0.

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