St Martins U10's - Recruiting Now
The U10's are holding open training sessions for Current year 5 boys interested in joining the side for season 2010/11 season. 
U9s Blue Win Woburn Tournament
Glenn Forsyth led his U9s to a fantastic tournament win in the Woburn Super Sixes. The boys remained unbeaten throughout the tournament and eventually brought the winning trophy home after winning on pens in the final - well done to the team - a fantastic victory in one of the best tournaments about - see match report for full details.
League Runners up 2010
League Cup Winners 2010
CJ7s Tournament Champs 2010
Starting Sunday 6th June till Sunday 11th July inclusive, 10 am till 12 Noon @ Southfield Junior School Pastures Way LU4 0PE
During the winter the team train on an absolutely fantastic 3rd generation surface at Lealands High School and have secured a private pitch for their match days. So if your looking to join a progressive team contact Paul Hayward - 07980 349450 - you will be made to feel very welcome.
KITAN SORUNKE
FROM SUPER SAINT
TO HAPPY HATTER
Kitan Sorunke has proved to be another success story for St Martins FC after being spotted by Luton Town F. C, whilst playing for the Saints.
St Martins FC have provided the platform for many local boys progressing through the ranks and Kitan (recently signed by the Hatters) is just the latest in a long line of ex Saints to be given a superb opportunity in terms of being able to develop his already undouted skills.
His dad Lawrence said that they moved down from North London and St Martins FC was the 1st Club they were aware of stating "in hindsight we couldnt of joined a better club". Kitan played in the Saints Under 9 team in the 2008/9 season. Kitan attended St Martins Kick Start Programme in the summer of 2008.
Mr Sorunke thanked St Martins FC for giving Kitan the chance and as they say the rest is history.
St Martins FC would like to wish Kitan every success in his new venture.
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Leighton Linslade Ladies 4 v 5 St.Martins Ladies FC (AET)
The pitch was described as an old fashioned cup tie pitch, full of mud with very little grass. Leighton started brilliantly and adjusted to the conditions quicker than St.Martins. Leighton stormed to a 3 nil lead and the tie looked done and dusted. Saints rallied and after good pressure Dan Carty forced the defender to score an own goal, Samaria Khan latched onto a rebound from the goalie to make it 3-2 at halftime. Saints controlled the second half and Samaria Khan levelled the score with a near post drive. At 3 all Saints pilled on the pressure and Dan Carty scored with a 22yard screamer. Leighton pulled one back just before the end and extra time was required. Both teams were tired but the Saints kept the initiative and Khan rounded of her impressive day with a hatrick. Saints will meet either Bedford Ladies or Luton Town Ladies in the final. St Martins Ladies 3 - 2 Hitchin Hearts - Sun 14th Feb 2010
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U14 Girls win League Cup Final 
Super Saint Martins Ladies became the Beds & Herts League Cup Champions on Sunday after defeating local and arch rivals Leighton Utd. In what has proved to be an incredible run the Saints were competing in their 3rd League cup final in 4 years. This year it was to be 3rd time lucky after the previous two had ended in defeat. However luck had no part to play on this occasion. Grit, determination and the sheer will to win was the order of the day and the Saints had that in abundance. Leighton took the lead with a well taken goal however St Martins hit back with a penalty after a Utd defender was adjudged to have handled in the penalty area. Samairah Khan kept her cool stepping up to send the keeper the wrong way sending both teams in level at half time – however not before stand in Saints keeper Natasha Hippolyte produced an absolutely fantastic save tipping the ball over the bar. The second half saw plenty of football being played without either keeper really being tested. However with 3 minutes remaining up popped Dan Carty to produce a wonder strike from a free kick 25 yards out. Both Defenders and Strikers jumped to try and make contact. The shot was simply too good and the result was the ball hitting the back of the net and Saint Martins taking the lead. Utd pushed on and created a couple of decent chances but it was to be the girls in Orange who would be celebrating come the final whistle sending more than 200 supporters into wild celebrations. Manager Martyn Fisher was quick to pay tribute to 1st team coach Barry Ross for his hard work and commitment on the training pitch in addition to Anika Leslie-Walker (Beds FA) for her contribution with training and support in general. "This was a team effort and I genuinely think we just about deserved it" Martyn stated. Saint Martins would also like to acknowledge and thank the Womens teams sponsors Rossbro (interior & exterior decorators) This is their 8th year sponsoring the team. See match report.
Shannon Naughton produced a Captains display in leading the team to a fantastic 3 - 2 victory against a spirited Kempston side. A wonder strike from Indie Nanton, a well struck 20 yarder from Amy Bailey and a winner from Girl of the Game Sophie McCafferty ensured the trophy came back with the Saints. Saints Manager Paul Cullen stated "This was a great day for St Martins Football Club and in particular the girls section. The boys have been producing some great results over the past few years and so this was nice for the girls to get on the trophy trail. This was a real team effort and whilst the girls did the business on the football pitch, I have to say a big thank you to all of the Saints, Parents and Supporters for their fantastic support. I would also like to give special mention to Kempston's Manager, Coaches, Supporters and Players for their sporting attitude, before, during and after the game" See U14s match report for further comment.
Super Saints
make it a year unbeaten
St Martins U10s crossed a magical figure at the end of January in going a full calendar year unbeaten. The team are currently defending their league title from last season and are well on the way to this as they proudly sit top of the CJ7s U10s Division 1, in addition to having reached this seasons League Cup Final. Manager Paul Hayward stated "The boys have been absolutely tremendous. This is our 3rd season together and there attitude is absolutely tremendous, both on and off the pitch" The team are looking to build on their success and Paul is already looking forward to next season when the boys make the transition to 11 a side. Paul stated "Were very focussed on the remainder of this season, but I am keeping one eye on next year and whilst we will remain loyal to the boys already in the squad, we will also be looking to recruit. We have a first class 3rd generation training facility at Lealands which I am sure has helped in the development of the boys. I am sure we will be able to attract a number of new players to compliment our already excellent squad.
Super Saints Offer St Martins FC have this season officialy launched their family discount scheme in offering a 25% discount in subs to all families with a second child playing for the Saints. As a Community Chartered Standard Club the Saints wanted to offer this small gesture. In these difficult times the 25% discount offers each family with a 2nd child playing for the Saints a £24.00 saving for the second child. Saints Club Spokesman stated: "It's a great idea and one I think recognises not only the fact families do not have a bottomless pit to keep digging into, but one which rewards loyalty" "Perhaps we could start a trend with other local clubs offering something of a similar nature"
25% Family Discount
Francis & Ben: F. A. Level 1
Francis Mwendo, Ben Campbell (Boys U8s) & Liam Cullen (Girls U14) became the latest in the long line of St Martins Coaches to attain the F.A. Level 1 Coaching Qualification. All 3 attended the recent course at Lealands High School and all 3 passed with flying colours. In addition to attending an Emergency First Course and a Safeguarding Children's Workshop, the Course focuses on how to: Chartered Standard Community Club St Martins FC are committed to offering all players structured coaching from F.A. Qualified Coaches.
Liam Cullen - F.A. Level 1
to all 3 :)