The Manor will be ground sharing with Waltham Abbey this coming season. The descision to swap from Tilbury to Capershotts was not taken lightly said Club Chairman Reg Curtis, "I felt we needed a fresh change, with a new Management team now in place, the Manor board and I felt is was time for a change. We have a great rapport with the good people of Waltham Abbey so it felt natural for us to pursue this to the current conclusion. I would like to thank Robin Nash, Tilbury Chairman for his kind hospitality over recent years and wish him and Tilbury FC all the very best for the coming Season"

The new Club address details have been up dated. Click here to view.

The Manor are looking for a good standard goalkeeper. Trials are being held each Saturday at 11am at the Hainault Recreation Ground, Forest Road.

Assistant Manager Nigel Nelson said " A good goalkeeper at any level of football is important, we want to be serious contenders this coming season and without a quality shot-stopper this may prove to be difficult 'so we are casting our nets out in the hope that we can bring on board some local talent"

If you feel you have the ability to play at Senior level then please contact Assistant Manager Nigel Nelson on 07956 897529.

All trials will be fully assessed on their ability and level of fitness.

Billy Cove named his new assistant Manager as Ex Manor first team Coach Nigel Nelson, Cove said" I have decided to promote Nigel Nelson to assistant Manager. I will name my first team coach in due course.

Nelson was instrumental last season in bringing new blood to the Club, Cove will be looking to Nelson to continue bringing fresh talent to the Club as the Manor prepare for the new Season.

Pre Season training commenced last Saturday and Cove confirmed a good turn out, he said " We had 27 players turn up for trial last Saturday of which we chose 19 to stay on. Out of the 19 I believe at least 8 could walk into most blue square sides 'so I am full of optimism for the coming season. Graham Chester worked wonders last year and I hope I can match if not better the success he had, I will be disappointed if you don’t see Eton Manor engraved on the Essex senior league winners trophy at the end of the season"

The Manor held it's 2007-2008 awards on Saturday 21st June at a private location in Essex. All the players, Club Officials and their families celebrated the end of a successful season, which saw the Braves finish in a top four position of the Essex Senior League, Cup finalists in the Gordon Brasted Memorial Trophy and Winners of the League Cup.

Special Award Winners were "Golden Boot Award: Anton Stephenson - with 42 Competitive league and Cup goals. Also Players Player of the Year went to defender Courtney Mclean, and Player of the Year went to midfielder Neil Barratt.

Other Special Awards went to Club Officials, Chairman Reg Curtis and Club General Manager Alex Lee for their contribution, both receiving engraved decanters. Also Team Management duo Graham Chester and Tony Leary both presented with a framed personalised tribute photograph.

A Special thank you to Graham and Paula Chester who supplied the back drop, food, drink and entertainment for the day.

Click Here to view Photographs of the event or contact Paul Tandy if you wish copies to forwarded via email.

Billy Cove has been named as the replacement for Graham Chester who departs The Manor to take over first team affairs at Tilbury FC. Chester leaves the Manor after a successful 2007/2008 Season said "I have really enjoyed my spell at the Manor, I would like to thank Reg Curtis Club Chairman for his help and support whilst I was in charge, also a special thank you to Alex Lee Club General Manager and Paul Tandy Club Media Manager who have both given me thier total backing throughout my spell at the Club.

I leave the Manor in great shape as did my predecessor Kirk Whitelock when he handed me the reigns back in 2007. I will say my proper farewells at the Manor Awards on Saturday 21st June.

I wish the Manor and Billy Cove well for the future and look forward to seeing them progress into the Ryman League.

Club Chairman Reg Curtis Said "I can not hide my disappointment to see Chester go, he has been a superb Manager and I will always be grateful for the success he has brought to the Club, however, I understand he needs a new challenge and needs to move on, therefore I am delighted to confirm the new appointment of Billy Cove as first team Manager, Billy has been a successful player at Senior Club level, playing for Walthamstow Pennant, Enfield Town and Bishop Stortford. Billy played for the Manor back in 2004, proir to that played for the Manor as a 16 year old and has been a friend of the Club for many years.

Pre-season training starts this coming Saturday 21st June at Hainault Recreation Ground at 11am.

The Manor Awards night is scheduled to take place on Sat 21st June at a Private location. Please contact Paul Tandy who will supply address and directions to the venue.

The Manor needed a big performance against Concord Rangers on Bank Holiday Monday in the League Cup Final in front of 519 spectators.

The Braves were two up after 20 minutes, Anton Stephenson finding the net in the 18th minute, Neil Barratt the Supplier. Two minutes later Lee Smith nods home from a set piece making the score 2-0.

Concord hit back in the 27th minute, Danny Heale scores from close range. Concord equalise in the 30th minute, a through ball down the centre to Shane Oakley who does well to shoot passed Andy Hall to level the score 2-2.

38 minutes on the clock and Manley Brown picks out Stephenson down the right 'as he cuts into the box with defenders in toe and lashers the ball into the net making it 3-2 at the break.

Second Period and the Manor tighten up at the back, chances go begging for both sides, however the Manor shut up shop and win by 3-2.

The Manor Win their first Senior Trophy in 70 years, Man of the Match and Eton Manor Skipper Steve Willis plus Manor Chairman Reg Curtis lift the Cup together in Celebration.

Match Report

The Manor face Concord Rangers in the League Cup Final on Bank Holiday Monday, in what is the last game of the 2007-2008 Season.

Concord crowned Champions of the 2007-2008 Essex Senior League and current holders of the Gordon Brasted Memorial Trophy will have their sights set on the treble, however, a full strength Manor side that welcomes back prolific scorer and front man Kunle Adeoye.

The Manor have prepared well for this fixture said Manager Graham Chester " The lads have work hard in training, everyone is fit for the final on Monday and as expected our players are highly charged and motivated for this game!"

The game kicks off at 3pm on Monday 5th May at Bowers & Pitsea Ground.

The Manor complete their League season with a home win against Burnham Ramblers on Saturday. The Manor creating many chances 'but managed to convert three in the first period of the game.

Jamie Wallace opened the scoring in the 14th minute to put the Manor in front, 6 minutes later Anton Stephenson finds the net to make it 2-0. Stephenson scores his second and the Manor's third a few minute before the break to give the Braves a 3-0 lead at half time.

Second period and Burnham close the gap when O'sullivan scores to make it 3-1. Burnham score from the penalty spot in the 58th minute, Day making no errors as he drills the ball in the net to make it 3-2.

A nervous remaining 20 minutes which sees the Manor tighten their defence to take all 3 points and hand them 4th spot in the Essex Senior League, just piping Romford by 1 point.

The ESL title Championship goes to Concord Rangers who managed to clinch the title on the last day of the league season by beating Barkingside 1-0.

The Manor's next game is the League Cup Final against Concord Rangers on Bank Holiday Monday 5th May, kick off at 3pm, the venue is at Bowers & Pitsea.

Concord Rangers move a step closer to the title with a 3-1 win against the Manor on Tuesday night with a supercilious performance. Concord opened the scoring in the 14th minute, with a auspicious long range effort finding the net through a packed defence.

Concord extend their lead in the 24th minute, a long range free kick into the Manor box takes a palpable defection off a Concord hand, so unconcealed was the hand ball the Manor Keeper Andy Hall makes no attempt to make the save expecting a free kick, however, the match official Mr Pope signals for a goal!

Man Management goes AWOL by Mr Pope as the Manor reduced to 10 men 30 minutes into the game, Ray Coker given a straight Red card after an over reaction when complaining of a elbow in the side of his face. Coker wins the free kick 'but is given his matching orders!

The second half and the Manor pull one back, Bradley Nelson nods home from a Manley Brown Free kick. Concord extend their lead beating the offside trap to slot home past the Manor keeper.

The game finishing 3-1, attempts from both sides to score in the last remaining minutes. Concord need to beat Barkingside on Saturday to take the Essex Senior League title.

The Manor's last game of the League Season is at Home to Burnham Ramblers on Saturday 26th April, kick off at 3pm.

The Manor secure 4th spot in the league after a convincing display against Barking on Saturday. Manor's front-man Anton Stephenson back from a lengthy suspension netted a hatrick to give the Braves all three points.

Stephenson showing his prowess in front of goal scored his first in the 36th minute after rounding the Barking keeper to take the lead 1-0. Stephenson once more sets off towards goal from a fabulous direct ball from Clinton Hodge, Stephenson does well to shake off two defenders to launch the ball over the head of the advancing keeper to make it 2-0 at the break.

Second period of the game and the Manor come close on more then a few occasions finally seal the win when Stephenson once again not content with his two goals scored his third in the 64th minute 'as he rounds the keeper and with a defender still on the line plants the ball in the net making it 3-0.

Barking get a late consolation goal in the last 10 minutes of the game making the final score 3-1 to the Braves.

Special congratulations to Stephenson 'as he now passes the half century mark for goals for the Manor and after today's tally takes him to 51 goals in total.

The Manor's next game is away to Concord Rangers on Tuesday 22nd April in the League , kick off at 7:45pm.

Match Report

The Manor show tremendous spirit to fight back from a two goal deficit to take all 3 points against Bowers & Pitsea on Tuesday night. The Manor scoring all three goals in the second half all from Corners supplied by Clint Hodge.

Bowers opened the scoring in the 7th minute when Scott Pethers broke through to slot past the outstretched hands of Manor's keeper Andy Hall. Bowers second goal scored in the 55th minute after the visitors striker Jamie Clark latched onto a wayward back pass to curl the ball into the net to make it 2-0.

The Braves lifted their game and surged on the Bowers goal, got their first in the 66th minute, Neil Barratt nods home from close range. Manor's second was met by the head of Jamie Wallace who leveled the score 2-2.

The game now in the Manor's control and in the 84th minute, a great delivery from Hodge onto the head of Steve Reading who blasts the ball into the net making the final score 3-2 to the Manor.

The Manor's next game is away to Barking on Saturday 19th April in the League , kick off at 3pm.

The Manor scored twice in the second half to secure all three points against a young and enthusiastic Hullbridge side. The Manor riddled with injuries still looked solid in defence.

The Braves despite playing 4 games in the last 9 days looked hungry for a result and battled hard in the first period without causing Hullbridge to much concern.

The Second period and the Manor piled on the pressure and got their reward in the 70th minute, Danny Dobson with a delightful pass onto the chest of Manor striker Bradley Nelson, whose first touch was class 'as he smashed the ball into the net to make it 1-0 to the Manor.

84th minute and Jordan Childs with a accurate pass across goal into the path of Bradley Nelson who crushed the ball home from close range to make the final score 2-0 to the Manor.

The Manor's next game is at Home to Bowers & Pitsea on Tuesday 15th April in the League , kick off at 7:45pm.

Match Report

The Manor gave a spirited response against Enfield on Thursday night after the disappointment of Monday's performance against Beaumont Athletic. The Braves playing flowing football in the first period opened the scoring in the 8th minute, Jamie Wallace timing his run to perfection 'as he battled his way into the Enfield box to loop the ball into the net, making it 1-0 to the Manor.

The second period and the Manor using the flanks to stretch the home side scored their second of the night in the 50th minute when Bradley Nelson curls the ball into the bottom corner of the net, giving the Manor a two goal lead.

Enfield hit back in the 75th minute when Sherwin Stanley stabs the ball home from close range. Enfield continue to press the Manor and got an equaliser in the 81st minute, Kevin Cooper levels the game to make it 2-2.

Enfield pinning the Manor back in their own half for a last nervy 10 minutes, however, the Manor holding on to take a hard earned point from the game

The Manor's next game is at Home to Hullbridge sports on Saturday 12th April in the League , kick off at 3pm.

The Manor were given a lesson in football on Monday night by a very different Beaumont side that faced the Manor back in November, when the Manor ran out comfortable 6-0 winners.

Beaumont opened the scoring in the first half after Andy Hall made a spectacular save to push the ball on to the post, however, the ball fell kindly for Beaumont to slot home making it 1-0 after 32 minutes. The home side playing some delightful football and looked worthy of their lead.

The second period and the Manor struggling to keep pace with a vibrant Beaumont side who fought for every ball and left the Manor chasing shadows for most of the evening. Some good passing from Beaumont resulted in their second goal slotted home from close range and their 3rd scored in the 75th minute.

The Manor scored a late consolation goal in the 85th minute, Liam Allen chipped the Beaumont keeper who was a spectator for most of the game to make the final score 3-1 to Beaumont.

The Manor's next game is away to Enfield 1893 Thursday evening 10th April in the League , kick off at 7:45pm.

The Manor secure their place in the Final of the League Cup by beating Barking 2-1 on Tuesday night and 3-1 on aggregate. The Manor will now face Concord Rangers in the final to be played at Bowers & Pitsea FC on Bank Holiday Monday 5th May 2008.

The Manor playing some flowing football pinned Barking in their own half for long periods of the game. Jamie Wallace opened the scoring in the 25th Minute, a solo run on goal saw the versatile Manor player place the ball into the net from just inside the box.

Into the second period and Wallace scores once more as he latches onto a pass across goal from Neil Barratt, to score from close range.

Barking convert a penalty in the 85th minute Chris Taylor converts from the spot making the final score 2-1 to the Braves.

The Manor's next game is away to Beaumont Athletic on Monday evening 7th April in the League , kick off at 7:45pm.

Eton Manor got their season back on track with a convincing 3-1 win over ESL rivals Mauritius Sports & Pennant on Bank holiday Monday. The Manor with a few changes to the starting line up that faced Concord in the GBMT Final on Saturday took control of the game in the second period to take all 3 points.

Mauritius struck first in the 18th minute, Roy Jones taking his goal well from close range. The Manor leveled the score 2 minutes later when Ricky Husseyn put through Clint Hodge to score.

In the second period and a double strike from Anton Stephenson saw off the visitors and places the Manor back into 4th spot in the League with 52 points.

The Manor's next game is at home on Tuesday evening 1st April against Barking in the Semi Final Second, leg of the League Cup, kick off at 7:45pm.

Match Report

Eton Manor's Cup dreams were shattered by a two goal strike by Concord's Danny Heale and a back post winner by Tommy Lee in the second period of the game.

The Manor taking the game to Concord in the first half, hitting the woodwork twice before Liam Allen put the Braves in front in the 43rd minute of the game with a 25 yard screamer.

The second half and Concord came out fighting, Concords Tommy Lee wins a penalty and Heale steps up to convert from the spot.

Heale then scores from close range to put his side in front after some good work down the left flank by Michael Begg.

Tommy Lee scores at the back post putting Concord 3-1 up after 64 minutes.

Anton Stephenson pulls one back for the Manor from inside the six yard box making the score 3-2 leaving the remaining 15 minutes of the game a tense nail-biter.

The Manor's next game is in the League against Mauritius & Pennant at Home on Monday 24th March Kick of at 3pm.

Match Report

Eton Manor's Media spokesperson Paul Tandy confirmed he has received many messages of support prior to the pending Cup Final this Saturday against Concord Rangers. Tandy Said "It’s been heart-warming to receive so many emails and phone messages from old Manor club members from all around the world 'wishing the players and Management well for this Saturdays Cup Final. We have received good-will messages from Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and many places more closer to home. It’s great to witness the whole Manor family coming together at this time to voice their support on what is currently very exciting times for Eton Manor Football Club.

I would personally like to thank everyone who has taken the time to send in their messages of support to the lads for the remainder of the season."

The Manor's next game is in the Gordon Brasted Memorial Trophy Final against Concord Rangers at Burnham-on-Crouch on Saturday 22nd March Kick of at 3pm.

The Manor lost to a hard working and determined Barkingside team on Saturday by 2-1. The Braves needed to win to continue to press the teams at the top of the league.

Barkingside scored first, the ball driven to the back post where the Barkingside head of Dominic Harkins was waiting, the ball brushed off the post before nestling in the net, 1-0 to the visitors.

Second half and the Manor struggling to keep possession 'get hit on the counter, Barkingside corner the ball cleared only as far as Barkingside's Matt Frew on the edge of the box, with his back to goal sends in an over-head kick into the net, making it 2-0 to Barkingside.

In the 90th Minute Manor push forward, Fabian Brown does well to get into the box and blast the ball into the net, final score 2-1 to Barkingside.

The Manor's next game is in the Gordon Brasted Memorial Trophy Final against Concord Rangers at Burnham on Crouch on Saturday 22nd March Kick of at 3pm.

Match Report

We at Eton Manor FC understand how much the Club means to both young and old folk within the East End of London. The Club Management is conscious of the thousands of local people over the past decade's that have worked tirelessly to ensure that the Club holds true to what the founders initiated back in 1901. The Club has become an institution to many people over the years, and intends to hold true to the values and expectations of all the good people involved.

We shall continue to search for quality in everything we do; we want to continue to look after the interests of the people, funds and property that have been entrusted to us. We want to blend the past with the future and keep the old traditions alive whilst working within a modern environment.

The Club has become more like a family to many members of Eton Manor and we understand the level of expectations on the Club to perform to a higher standard.

We shall seek out business partnerships and endorse their name, products and services to a high level.

Our main objective is to source a new home, which we can call our own, and build a profitable and successful business to support the needs of the people involved.

Reg Curtis
Chairman
Eton Manor FC