WEEK 15 ROUND-UP
NOVEMBER 23RD, 2025
Sponsored by Afford Rent a Car
Charity Trophy Sponsored by Leighton Hall Auctions
Week 15 Overview
Week 15 delivered an exciting mix of cup and league action across the Uttoxeter & District Sunday Football League. Fixtures were played on challenging pitches, but the teams produced high-quality football, dramatic finishes, and standout individual performances. From Charity Trophy dominance to high-scoring Division 1 clashes, spectators were treated to memorable encounters.
Charity Trophy Round 2: Leigh vs Bulls Head Marchington – 1–6
A heavy pitch tested both sides, but Marchington adapted well, securing a convincing win. Leigh started brightly, with Will Whitehurst narrowly missing an early chance, but Marchington struck first through a goal-mouth scramble finished by Whelan. Will Hepburn then doubled the lead with a precise right-footed finish.
Marchington controlled midfield through Kyle Esplin, providing more opportunities for Hepburn, who completed his brace. Leigh pulled one back via Whitehurst, but Marchington responded with a bullet header from Chris Richards and added two more goals from Hepburn, taking the final score to 6–1. Only one yellow card was issued in a competitive but fair encounter.
Charity Trophy Quarter Final: Charlie Bassetts vs Alton – 1–4
Bassetts welcomed three debutants(Elliott Newman a surprise signing to face his son Dexter in the Alton side) in a tough quarter-final clash on a barely playable pitch. Alton dominated from the outset, racing into a 3–0 lead through Mahdi Hassan, Dexter Newman, and Alex Morris. Bassetts pulled a goal back through Denan Farrington before half-time, but Alton’s superiority continued in the second half. Seb Smith added a late fourth, sealing a 4–1 victory. Credit to Bassetts for resilient defending and fighting spirit despite the scoreline.
Division 1: Stone vs Sudbury – 8–4
A bottom-of-the-table thriller saw Stone overturn an early deficit to secure a high-scoring win. Sudbury took a 3–0 lead with goals from Andy Matthews and Harry Wanford, but a first-half penalty for Stone was saved. The hosts gradually capitalised on their numerical advantage after a Sudbury player received a red card, scoring multiple goals through Brown and Jones. Wanford completed his hat-trick for Sudbury, but Stone held on to win 8–4, showing determination and clinical finishing.
Division 1: Bramshall vs Tean – 4–4
Spectators enjoyed a pulsating contest featuring early goals, penalties, and late drama. Bramshall struck first through Josh Howson, but Tean quickly responded with a penalty from Ash Keates. Junior Alves and Sean Cocker gave Tean a 3–1 half-time lead. Bramshall responded in the second half, with Brandon Atkins and Josh Ellis leveling the score at 3–3. Simon Walker restored Tean’s lead, but a dramatic late goal from Atkins secured a 4–4 draw in a match that showcased attacking flair and resilient defending from both sides.
Week 15 Summary
Week 15 highlighted the competitive spirit of the league, with standout performances from Will Hepburn, Owen Brown and Ethan Jones. Both cup and league fixtures provided excitement for players and spectators alike, and the Charity Trophy continues to deliver memorable moments under the sponsorship of Leighton Hall Auctions. The league’s ongoing success is supported by Afford Rent a Car, whose backing continues to enhance the matchday experience.
