Ath Drop First Points

Buckingham Athletic travelled to Kensington Borough hoping to continue a fine start to the season that has seen them pick up maximum points. The preparation was not made any easier when both goalkeepers could not participate through injury, so outfield player Frankie Tarrant had to see the game between from the sticks.

The first half was even and could have seen either side be in front but the most controversial part of the game was the decision not to award a penalty to Mark Carter’s side, which would have given them a chance to break the dead-lock. It was not a half of numerous chances but there was still a chance there to grab another three points.

The second half saw Athletic have more of the opportunities and were also making themselves the better side, and would be disappointed not to take the lead, with the chances they had, they should have opened the scoring. The game turned sour for them when in the 83rd minute the hosts took the lead, from a deflected effort, with what was their only chance in the second half.

Nine points from the opening four games is still not a bad tally and manager, Mark Carter was upbeat on his sides performance, “We are disappointed with the results but happy with the performance again.” The performance showed that even when they don’t win the game, they still manage to play way and that could be vital in the latter parts of the season when other sides dip in form, that they can continue to play their game.

Up next for Buckingham Athletic is Biggleswade away on Saturday, hoping to get back on the score-sheet and back to winning games.

Mark Carter was not too disheartened by the performance despite the result