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ANOTHER WIN ON THE ROAD.

Town journeyed to former Western League rivals Bideford this afternoon (30 August) and came away with an impressive 2-1 victory. Rodney Marsh put Taunton ahead on the half hour and Luke Cole then launched a screamer into the top right corner to put daylight between the sides after Bideford had stepped up the pressure in the second half. Jamie Mudge did pull a goal back for the hosts but solid defending and a fine goalkeeping display by Chris Astley saw Town hold firm and they could even have extended their lead after Craig Veal hit the post and Alexis Piper missed a good chance. Match report now online.

Craig Veal bursts into the area during the second half of Town's win in North Devon.

TOWN WIN THROUGH IN FA CUP

Taunton avoided an FA Cup banana skin when they battled to a 2-1 win at Peninsula League side Tavistock this afternoon (August 28). Ross MacNab finished tidily to put Town ahead after 60 minutes but the home side levelled afer 71 minutes through Jamie Ahearn. Within four minutes though, Rodney Marsh was put through to lob the keeper to seal Town's passage to the next round where we fill face ex-Conference outfit Weymouth at home on September 11.

Victory was somewhat overshadowed after James Clough suffered a leg break following a late challenge during the first half. James has undergone an operation this evening at Derriford Hospital in Plymouth and very best wishes go to him for a full and speedy recovery from all at Taunton Town FC.

A midfield battle during Town's FA Cup win at Langsford Park.

STALEMATE AT THE DRIVE

In a game which never reached any great heights, Town fought out a 1-1 draw with Hungerford Town this afternoon (21 August). The visitors took the lead 15 minutes in when a Ryan Crockford shot bounced over the diving Chris Astley but Taunton were level five minutes later after Darren Rice's inswinging corner went straight in. Few chances of note for either side after that. Match report now online.

HOME OPENER DOESN'T GO TO PLAN

Taunton lost 3-1 to Cinderford Town in tonight's opening home game of the season (17 August). They made a bright start with Corey Lewis putting Town ahead on 10 minutes but couldn't capitalise and saw the visitors pull away in the second half with two Dale Evans penalties and a strike from ex-Peacock Kristian Miller. To make matters worse, Andy Butler was sent off near the end. Match report now online.

TOWN MAKE FANTASTIC START

Taunton got their season off to a winning start when they secured a 2-0 win at North Leigh this afternoon (14 August). Corey Lewis, on his debut, fired Town ahead after 33 minutes from James Clough's through ball and Rodney Marsh drove home number two ten minutes into the second half. Everyone played their part in a great all-round team performance. Match report now online.

Alexis Piper awaits a cross as conditions worsen at Eynsham Hall Park

TAUNTON LOSE OUT TO OLD RIVALS

Town were defeated 2-0 by Tiverton Town in their final pre-season friendly this afternoon (7 August).

Colin Marshall scored both, cracking the home side ahead five minutes into the game and extending the lead after 66 minutes with a penalty after he had been brought down by Owen Irish.

Town had their chances though with Alexis Piper's free kick being tipped onto the bar and the same player shooting over when well-placed from Craig Veal's pass.

Match report is now online.

George Painter (obscured) heads towards goal from a first half corner.

GOAL GLUT

Taunton went on a goal-scoring frenzy this evening (3 August) in their charity match against TRAC (Taunton Retailers Against Crime). Town eventually won 20-0 in a game played to raise funds for both Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance and the Burnham Area Rescue Boat.

Town, who led 12-0 at the break, scored through Ross McNab (5), Alexis Piper (4), Craig Veal (4), Danny Lane (3), Corey Lewis (2), Darren Rice and Luke Cole.

SPOT KICK SETTLES IT AT WILLAND

Taunton went down 1-0 to Western League Willand Rovers in this afternoon's pre-season friendly in Devon (31 July). The match was decided shortly into the second half when Danny Baily scored a penalty for the hosts. Match details now online.

Danny Lane challenges Willand keeper Brian Cann following a corner.

TOWN DRAW WITH BRISTOL CITY XI

Taunton drew 2-2 with a Bristol City XI in tonight's home friendly (28 July)

Rodney Marsh put Town ahead five minutes before the break and Jamie Short extended the lead on 49 minutes. However City regained parity with goals from Liam Douglas after 55 minutes and Luke Palmer on 67 minutes before a crowd of 266.

BOARD APPOINTMENTS

Following the first meeting of Taunton Town Football Club’s new board last week, a number of appointments can now be announced.

Kevin Sturmey who has recently taken over from Tom Harris as Chairman has also been designated the Chief Executive of the club. This non-directorship role has been vacant for a couple of years and is primarily involved with the general management of the football club, being more commercially orientated in nature.

To further strengthen the business function at Taunton Town, Clive Perrott has been appointed as Commercial Manager. Mr Perrott who has previously been a board director will be responsible for exploring sponsorship opportunities to improve the financial situation at the club.

Andy Power takes over as Company Secretary which will allow Football Secretary Martin Dongworth to focus more fully on his responsibilities although Mr Power will involve himself with administration throughout the club.

Mr Sturmey and Mr Power are the current Chairman and Secretary of the Development Committee and will therefore be standing down from their positions at the next committee meeting when new officers will be nominated for election. The Development Committee are always looking for individuals who want to help their local football club. Please email ‘ admin@tauntontown.com’ if you are interested in becoming involved.