Brentwood Handball Club in the EHA Super 8 League Promotion Play-Off!
23/04/13 21:00
On Saturday, 6th April, many BHC fans and players' relatives made their way to SportHouse in Barking to watch the 1/4 final play-off match, a milestone in the Club's history. The opponents, the winners of the North West EHA Development League, were the NEM Hawks from Manchester.
BHC had a fantastic start, with Khalid opening the score of what was to be a very exciting first-half. The opponents soon equalised and went on to score two more goals bringing the score to 3-1 in their favour. Khalid replied with a goal and two other goals by Chris LJ in quick succession put BHC ahead once more. NEM Hawks equalised yet again, but the spectators watched Khalid restore BHC's lead with another great goal. The opponents, however, fought back hard and soon were leading by a three goal difference (8-5). BHC's fire and fighting spirit, however, produced four great goals without reply, and soon BHC were again in front on the score board. But the Hawks were determined to put in a great fight and equalised yet again. BHC replied with another goal from Khalid just to see the Hawks equalising again. Chris LJ then put his team ahead by scoring BHC's 11th goal of the match, but the neck-and-neck first half came to an end with two goals from the opponents. The half-time score was NEM Hawks - BHC 13:11.
BHC supporters were delighted for being rewarded with such an exciting and entertaining first half by their team.
Unfortunately, the half-time break seemed to have substantially cooled down the Brentwood 'Fire', as BHC were not able to score a goal in the first ten minutes of the second half and consequently saw themselves trailing by 11-18. Khalid re-opened BHC's score, but as perfectly valid goals from Philippe were disallowed by the referees, it began to look as if it was not meant to be BHC's day. Despite many great saves from David, and Duncan scoring three goals adding to Khalid's four in the second half, NEM Hawks won by 27-18.
After the match, BHC's players, the coach, and the supporters were very disappointed with the team's performance in the second-half but, overall, everyone agreed that the S8L promotion play-off match was a great experience for team and Club.
Coach Hans-Jörg said: "This was a very valuable experience for the team. The neck-and-neck first half clearly demonstrated what our team is capable of and it proved that we can match teams playing at a higher handball level. Next season we will be back- stronger and more determined than ever!"
The team on the day was:
David Hendrick in goal, Chris Baker (1), Chris Littlejohn (3), Duncan Whitfield (3), Etienne Szomonyak, Ian Weir, Khalid Amrane (10), Philippe Kouessan-Ettori, Rob Broad and Rob Grant (1).
BHC had a fantastic start, with Khalid opening the score of what was to be a very exciting first-half. The opponents soon equalised and went on to score two more goals bringing the score to 3-1 in their favour. Khalid replied with a goal and two other goals by Chris LJ in quick succession put BHC ahead once more. NEM Hawks equalised yet again, but the spectators watched Khalid restore BHC's lead with another great goal. The opponents, however, fought back hard and soon were leading by a three goal difference (8-5). BHC's fire and fighting spirit, however, produced four great goals without reply, and soon BHC were again in front on the score board. But the Hawks were determined to put in a great fight and equalised yet again. BHC replied with another goal from Khalid just to see the Hawks equalising again. Chris LJ then put his team ahead by scoring BHC's 11th goal of the match, but the neck-and-neck first half came to an end with two goals from the opponents. The half-time score was NEM Hawks - BHC 13:11.
BHC supporters were delighted for being rewarded with such an exciting and entertaining first half by their team.
Unfortunately, the half-time break seemed to have substantially cooled down the Brentwood 'Fire', as BHC were not able to score a goal in the first ten minutes of the second half and consequently saw themselves trailing by 11-18. Khalid re-opened BHC's score, but as perfectly valid goals from Philippe were disallowed by the referees, it began to look as if it was not meant to be BHC's day. Despite many great saves from David, and Duncan scoring three goals adding to Khalid's four in the second half, NEM Hawks won by 27-18.
After the match, BHC's players, the coach, and the supporters were very disappointed with the team's performance in the second-half but, overall, everyone agreed that the S8L promotion play-off match was a great experience for team and Club.
Coach Hans-Jörg said: "This was a very valuable experience for the team. The neck-and-neck first half clearly demonstrated what our team is capable of and it proved that we can match teams playing at a higher handball level. Next season we will be back- stronger and more determined than ever!"
The team on the day was:
David Hendrick in goal, Chris Baker (1), Chris Littlejohn (3), Duncan Whitfield (3), Etienne Szomonyak, Ian Weir, Khalid Amrane (10), Philippe Kouessan-Ettori, Rob Broad and Rob Grant (1).
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No training on 6 May and 27 May
18/03/13 21:51
There will be no training on the following Mondays:
- 6 May
- 27 May
- 6 May
- 27 May
Match report - Brentwood HC 46 - Norwich 7
11/03/13 19:09
On Saturday, 2nd March, BHC played Norwich Terriers in their last home match of the season. The fans and relatives who made their way to the Brentwood Centre were rewarded with a very entertaining match and the BHC players presented them good play, some very good pace in a couple of fast breaks and well placed shots to cheer.
BHC had another fantastic start, with Dimitri opening the scoring, quickly followed by goals from Rob G., Ian, Khalid and Duncan and ten minutes into the match, BHC were already leading by 7-0. Norwich's captain then scored their first goal, quickly followed by a converted penalty against BHC. However, with great individual and team play, BHC thoroughly dominated and also scored some very nice goals. Unfortunately, the team's captain got injured shortly after coming on and could not play for the rest of the match, supporting to his team from the bench. Three players had a 100% conversion rate: Dimitri (6), Chris LJ (2) and Rob G. (1). The first half finished with Duncan scoring and setting the half time score 21-3.
The beginning of the second half saw BHC carrying on their dominance. Chris B. opened the scoring, setting the team off to yet another very strong spell: 9 goals in quick succession scored by Ian, Khalid, Duncan, Richard and Rob G. who also had a 100% conversion rate in the second half. Despite Norwich scoring four more goals, BHC never lost their total control of the match and the final score was Brentwood - Norwich 46:7.
After the match, coach Hans-Jörg said: "I'm very happy with the comprehensive win of course but, above all, I am extremely pleased with the great team spirit and the commitment shown by all my players."
BHC are now looking forward to play their next match against Peterborough on Saturday, 9th March, in Sutton Bonington, with throw-off time at 3.30 p.m.
The team on the day was:
Mark Cory in goal, Chris Baker (5), Chris Littlejohn (5), Dimitri Hamard (8) Duncan Whitfield (5), Etienne Szomonyak (1), Ian Weir (6), Khalid Amrane (10), Philippe Kouessan-Ettori, Rob Broad, Rob Grant (4) and Richard Campbell (2).
BHC had another fantastic start, with Dimitri opening the scoring, quickly followed by goals from Rob G., Ian, Khalid and Duncan and ten minutes into the match, BHC were already leading by 7-0. Norwich's captain then scored their first goal, quickly followed by a converted penalty against BHC. However, with great individual and team play, BHC thoroughly dominated and also scored some very nice goals. Unfortunately, the team's captain got injured shortly after coming on and could not play for the rest of the match, supporting to his team from the bench. Three players had a 100% conversion rate: Dimitri (6), Chris LJ (2) and Rob G. (1). The first half finished with Duncan scoring and setting the half time score 21-3.
The beginning of the second half saw BHC carrying on their dominance. Chris B. opened the scoring, setting the team off to yet another very strong spell: 9 goals in quick succession scored by Ian, Khalid, Duncan, Richard and Rob G. who also had a 100% conversion rate in the second half. Despite Norwich scoring four more goals, BHC never lost their total control of the match and the final score was Brentwood - Norwich 46:7.
After the match, coach Hans-Jörg said: "I'm very happy with the comprehensive win of course but, above all, I am extremely pleased with the great team spirit and the commitment shown by all my players."
BHC are now looking forward to play their next match against Peterborough on Saturday, 9th March, in Sutton Bonington, with throw-off time at 3.30 p.m.
The team on the day was:
Mark Cory in goal, Chris Baker (5), Chris Littlejohn (5), Dimitri Hamard (8) Duncan Whitfield (5), Etienne Szomonyak (1), Ian Weir (6), Khalid Amrane (10), Philippe Kouessan-Ettori, Rob Broad, Rob Grant (4) and Richard Campbell (2).
Match report - Brentwood HC 35 vs Bedford UC 18
26/02/13 08:43
On Saturday 16th of February, BHC made their way to the Sporthouse in Barking to play the postponed League home match against Bedford University Club.
BHC had a fantastic start, with Rob G. opening the scoring, quickly followed by a penalty converted by Khalid and goals by Ian and Duncan. Mark had kept a clean sheet, and with another penalty this time converted by Ian, BHC were quickly and comfortably leading by 6-0. Close to 10 minutes into the match, Bedford's captain netted in their first goal of the day and both teams went on creating many more goal opportunities. Midway through the first half though, some lack of concentration from BHC resulting in bad passing and several missed chances allowed Bedford to score three goals in quick succession. Coach Hans-Jörg then decided to call a team Time-Out, and a now more focussed and determined BHC went on to extend the comfortable lead with goals by Duncan, Ian and Khalid. Towards the end of the first half Rob G. and Philippe worked very well together and their good moves rewarded the team when both players scored great goals. The first half finished 18-8.
The second half started as the first had finished, with a goal by Philippe. The captain's tireless team work saw him assisting many of the goals scored by Rob G. and Ian. Chris LJ, who had been nursing a mild injury, was the third BHC player who converted a penalty on the day. Despite some good blocks from the BHC's defence, Bedford managed to score more goals, trying hard to reduce their deficit. However, BHC never lost control of the match and went on to win it comfortably. The final score was Brentwood HC 35 - 18 Bedford UC.
It was a very entertaining match, which also saw Brentwood Handball Club returning to victories in the League and an improved conversion rate of 60% matched with a 60% saving ratio from the goalkeeper, Mark. BHC are now looking forward to their next home match on 2nd March, when they will welcome the Norwich Terriers in the Brentwood Centre with throw-off at 12.30 p.m.
The team on the day was:
Mark Cory in goal, Chris Littlejohn (3), Duncan Whitfield (4), Etienne Szomonyak, Ian Weir (8), Khalid Amrane (4), Philippe Kouessan-Ettori (8), Rob Broad and Rob Grant (8).
BHC had a fantastic start, with Rob G. opening the scoring, quickly followed by a penalty converted by Khalid and goals by Ian and Duncan. Mark had kept a clean sheet, and with another penalty this time converted by Ian, BHC were quickly and comfortably leading by 6-0. Close to 10 minutes into the match, Bedford's captain netted in their first goal of the day and both teams went on creating many more goal opportunities. Midway through the first half though, some lack of concentration from BHC resulting in bad passing and several missed chances allowed Bedford to score three goals in quick succession. Coach Hans-Jörg then decided to call a team Time-Out, and a now more focussed and determined BHC went on to extend the comfortable lead with goals by Duncan, Ian and Khalid. Towards the end of the first half Rob G. and Philippe worked very well together and their good moves rewarded the team when both players scored great goals. The first half finished 18-8.
The second half started as the first had finished, with a goal by Philippe. The captain's tireless team work saw him assisting many of the goals scored by Rob G. and Ian. Chris LJ, who had been nursing a mild injury, was the third BHC player who converted a penalty on the day. Despite some good blocks from the BHC's defence, Bedford managed to score more goals, trying hard to reduce their deficit. However, BHC never lost control of the match and went on to win it comfortably. The final score was Brentwood HC 35 - 18 Bedford UC.
It was a very entertaining match, which also saw Brentwood Handball Club returning to victories in the League and an improved conversion rate of 60% matched with a 60% saving ratio from the goalkeeper, Mark. BHC are now looking forward to their next home match on 2nd March, when they will welcome the Norwich Terriers in the Brentwood Centre with throw-off at 12.30 p.m.
The team on the day was:
Mark Cory in goal, Chris Littlejohn (3), Duncan Whitfield (4), Etienne Szomonyak, Ian Weir (8), Khalid Amrane (4), Philippe Kouessan-Ettori (8), Rob Broad and Rob Grant (8).
Match report - Essex Blades 25 vs Brentwood HC 15
19/01/13 20:32
On Sunday, 13th of January, a determined but due to to injuries and other circumstances reduced BHC squad, travelled to Colchester to play against the Essex Blades.
BHC started very well by leading with a goal from Chris Littlejohn. Very unfortunately though, Etienne sustained a calf injury five minutes into the match which meant that the team had to carry on playing without any substitute for the remaining 55 minutes. This proved to be very difficult, especially against the team that is currently top of the League table.
Despite this, BHC kept their fighting spirit and kept trying to break through the opponents defence - but only to see most of their efforts denied by the great saves of the Essex Blades goalkeeper. And although BHC's goalkeeper, David, produced some great saves, the team were trailing at half-time by 12-5.
In the second half, Khalid opened the score for BHC, but several lapses of concentration allowed Essex Blades to extend their lead. BHC had quite a good spell during the last 10 minutes of the match and managed to reduce the goal difference with Richard scoring the last goal for the team. The final score was Essex Blades 25 - BHC 15.
Although not the result we had expected and hoped for, there were a few good spells, nice goals and some great saves by David.
The team in alphabetic order were:
Chris LJ (2), Duncan (6), Etienne, Ian (2), Khalid (3), Richard (2), Sean and David in goal.
The next League match of the men's team will be our home match against the Essex Blades in the Brentwood Centre, on Sunday, 20th January, throw-off time 12.30 p.m.
BHC started very well by leading with a goal from Chris Littlejohn. Very unfortunately though, Etienne sustained a calf injury five minutes into the match which meant that the team had to carry on playing without any substitute for the remaining 55 minutes. This proved to be very difficult, especially against the team that is currently top of the League table.
Despite this, BHC kept their fighting spirit and kept trying to break through the opponents defence - but only to see most of their efforts denied by the great saves of the Essex Blades goalkeeper. And although BHC's goalkeeper, David, produced some great saves, the team were trailing at half-time by 12-5.
In the second half, Khalid opened the score for BHC, but several lapses of concentration allowed Essex Blades to extend their lead. BHC had quite a good spell during the last 10 minutes of the match and managed to reduce the goal difference with Richard scoring the last goal for the team. The final score was Essex Blades 25 - BHC 15.
Although not the result we had expected and hoped for, there were a few good spells, nice goals and some great saves by David.
The team in alphabetic order were:
Chris LJ (2), Duncan (6), Etienne, Ian (2), Khalid (3), Richard (2), Sean and David in goal.
The next League match of the men's team will be our home match against the Essex Blades in the Brentwood Centre, on Sunday, 20th January, throw-off time 12.30 p.m.