Summer Tournament- 30th April

Cirencester United announce they will be holding an 11 a side tournament in July. The event will be held on the weekend of the 3rd and 4th July, teams will be drawn into groups of 5 and will be set out in a league format with the top 2 teams of each group progressing through to the Sunday.

There are cash prizes for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd places with a 1st prize of £250 going to the winning team, the runner up prize will be £150 and the third place club will receive £100, with teams entering this event from as far away as Leicester and Birmingham. The entry fee is £100 per team , we do hope that your club will be entering as it is going to be a fantastic event for all. Entries are being taken on a first come first served basis and as you can imagine there is a lot of interest. It would be very good to have a reasonable representation of Hellenic Clubs in the competition so please don't delay.

Please contact Cirencester Utd through club secretary Sarah Jones by e-mail tylerjones@talktalk.net or mobile 07794 716575. For any other details and booking.

Stability & Direction - 17th April

Cirencester United manager Dave Tyler has targeted team stability and a push in the right direction next year as another tough Hellenic League Division One West season comes to an end.

After a couple of last minute defeats in recent matches where their performances have arguably warranted more, most notably Wednesday’s 3-2 home reversal against Cricklade Town, the boss explained he is already planning for the 2010/11 campaign.

Despite their lowly position, Ciren look set to be plying their trade in the Hellenic League once again after two clubs dropped out during the season and Launton Sports requested to leave in the summer. Tyler said: “The spirit is still there with the lads, and they played well during the game on Wednesday. It’s just that we let some sloppy goals in during the last five minutes of the match and it killed us. We have a good strong team for next year and I’m keen to stay on to lead them. It’s literally just a case of pushing the team in the right direction and building some stability in the team. Several players interested in coming to the club, and we’re also working on sorting out a ground share with another club. So things are looking positive for next year.”

Herd/Ciren Reunion - 23rd February

A reunion night at "the dogs" is being arranged by Cirencester United for former Herd and Cirencester United players
on the evening of Friday April 23rd.

Funds raised from the sale of tickets will help with the running of the club and a donation will be made to the Sue Hely Memorial charity. Tickets can be obtained from G.Varley 07969637810 A.Day 01285651726 C.Smith 07828428279
M.Donnan 01285 651206 please purchase early to avoid disappointment.

Then The Floods Came - 22nd January

Gordon Varley the hardworking Secretary of Cirencester United was looking forward to a home match this weekend when he checked the pitch on Tuesday, his thoughts were; "If it just stays dry all week we might have a chance of playing".

Overnight Tuesday and through the Wednesday the rain and snow came, the result is to be found in photo's taken at just after 3pm on Thursday, needless to say there is no chance of playing Saturday.

The first match falls to the weather. How many more?

New Ciren Striker - 4th December

Dave Tyler is thrilled to have secured the services of a new striker for his Cirencester United side.

Richie Miles has signed on for the club after a period away from football and, having notched a hat-trick in the reserves last week, the hitman goes straight into the starting line-up for tomorrow’s clash with Letcombe. “It’s a real luxury to have a centre forward come in,” said Tyler. “A lot of clubs are craving one at the moment.”

The Herd's Player Award - 14th November

Cirencester United's manager Dave Tyler has awarded the club's player of the month award for October to JJ Wayman

The image shows James John Wayman (JJ) with manager Dave Tyler at thesports arena where United train Tuesday nights. Tyler commented. " JJ has had a good month on the pitch, defending well and also getting forward to score for both the first team and reserves."

Keeper Sought - 30th October

Cirencester United goalkeeper Colin Buckingham has suffered broken a leg in an unfortunate acciden, not related to football at the club.

It leaves manager Dave Tyler looking for a temporary replacement keeper for the team. If any club is able to allow a temporary transfer of a player, or any keeper non-aligned to an Hellenic League club who may be able to assist, could they please contact Cirencester United secretary, Gordon Varley, as soon as possible. Cirencester United contact details.

Ciren are without a fixture this weekend so it allows the club a little time to find a replacement. Colin Buckinham had been in good form this season, earning many M-o-M awards, all at the club wish him a speedy recovery.

New Style For 'The Herd'- 20th October

Cirencester United manager Dave Tyler, pictured, has worked hard since appointment with the FTL Futbol Hellenic One West club.

He recently received a new kit from Steven Wilson of the Sherbourne Arms, Northleach. Just one of several new contributors Dave has already brought to the club.

New sponsor Sherborne Arms is nestled in the heart of the picturesque market place in the idyllic Cotswold village of Northleach "The Sherborne Arms" is a beautifully kept and well presented Traditional English Inn. The popular Inn has recently been tastefully restored and now boasts many original features. Ideally located to take advantage of the many walks and lovely views of the stunning Cotswold countryside.

For more details visit their web site www.sherbornearms.com

Manager's First Monthly Award - 16th October

Cirencester United Manager Dave Tyler recently presented his player of the month award to Chris Allen.

Allen is the a powerhouse in the hard working midfield of the FTL Futbol Hellenic League Division One West side, in the six games since Tyler took over the player was voted the oppositions man of the match twice and has also scored intwice in that period.

Since Dave Tyler took over he has rebuilt the side and Chris is one of a few that remained in the managers plans. Not only has Tyler rebuild the team, he as brought many good ideas forward, one of them being his player of the month, and a few fund raising suggestions, which are always welcome. During the short period the best result so far was the 1-1 draw with Wootton Bassett, but Tyler is looking forward winning games when all his squad are available to him, hopefully tomorrow against Clanfield might be the start.

Win To Spare? - 18th September

Cirencester United, who are one of only two teams who have yet to find a win in Division One West this season, go to Letcombe for a league match.

Ciren are only kept off the bottom sport by Launton's woeful form but they have the league's worst defensive record after conceding 33 goals – 23 in their last four games.

Letcombe are in the bottom six after a winless three game run that continued with a 2-0 defeat at home to Lydney Town last week.

The Thieving $&*%!! - 4th September

Cirencester United Club secretary Gordon Varley went to mark the club's pitch on Friday, ready for Saturday's reserve team game versus Chinnor, only to find thieves have stolen the line marker, a couple of phone calls later and he was picking one up from near neighbours Siddington FC then it was back to the ground and pitch marked, a job that took two hours instead of the normal 45minutes.

Any one with a disused marker please contact the club secretary, meanwhile our thanks to Simon Gardner and Mathew Sykes of Siddington F.C. The military security personnell are now sifting through CCTV footage in the hope of spotting the thieves.

Bonnie Heads The Herd - 2nd September

Cirencester United are pleased to announce that they have appointed David "Bonnie" Tyler as their First team manager.

Dave brings a wealth of Hellenic League expierience to the club. Starting his career in youth football he played at County level for Somerset, he attended the Bobby Charlton School of Excellence and played for the Bristol City youth team. He had trials with both Yeovil and Plymouth, played Under 19 level for Taunton Town before joining Ilfracombe.

When he moved to the Wiltshire/Gloucestershire he was involved at Hellenic League level with Fairford Town, Hungerford Town, Pewsey Vale and Wootton Bassett, where he picked up the players player of the year award in 2006. He had a short spell with United last season before injury intervened.

Ciren Search For New Manager - 17th August

It is with some considerable regret that Chokri Kartit has stood down as manager of Cirencester United as of today.

Chokri sited Business and Family reasons for his decision. United will begin the search for a new manager whilst Lee and Richard Bailey will hold the fort short term.

Cirencester Turmoil - 27th July

The pre-season preparations of FTL Futbol Hellenic One West side Cirencester United has been thrown into disarray due to the manager Chokri Kartit having to fly home to be at his father's bedside following a major operation.

Senior Players have been left in charge of the pre-season friendlies but they have struggled to contact all players, so have been forced to play weekend teams. It is hoped the manager will return shortly and certainly in time for the season's first match at 'Home' to Harrow Hill on Wednesday 12th August.