Hines shows class for Bradford City in losing cause against Bradford Park Avenue (From Bradford Telegraph and Argus)
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Bradford Park Avenue claim local bragging rights against Bradford City trialists
8:20am Wednesday 8th August 2012 in Sport
By Ross Heppenstall, Bradford Bulls Reporter
Avenue v City match action
Park Avenue 3, City 1
He has played for West Ham, Coventry, Burnley and Bournemouth.
Could Zavon Hines be about to add Bradford to his curriculum vitae?
The Jamaica-born winger, 23, certainly did his chances of earning a contract no harm last night.
He played the first 66 minutes of the Tom Banks Memorial match, showing some delightful touches and earning warm applause from the City supporters.
Phil Parkinson included four trialists in Marc Gallego, Jack Mills, Gavin Hoolahan and Hines, who won a penalty which Garry Thompson converted to equalise before Jordan Deacey’s late strike confirmed Avenue as worthy victors.
Hines, a former England Under-21 international, is a free agent after being released by Burnley and was probably the pick of Parkinson’s players against their local rivals.
Spectacular first-half goals from Rob O’Brien and Matty James helped Avenue to victory.
Yet it was the presence of Hines – named on the teamsheet as A Trialist – on City’s left flank which caused the biggest stir for Bantams fans.
He recently spent time on trial at Swindon but lasted only two days there due to a lack of fitness.
City’s reserve and youth team coach Steve Thornber said last night: “Zavon had his first training session with us yesterday and then played for us tonight.
“He’s looking for a club and the gaffer has heard about him and seen him play before at West Ham.
“To be fair, he’s come in and looked sharp. He’s quite bright and has got good feet with a trick or two.
“He looked quite promising on tonight’s showing. We’ll now have a chat with the manager and see where we take it from there. Zavon is in for the rest of the week anyway.”
Aside from goalkeeper Matt Duke and summer signings Alan Connell and Thompson, it was very much a second-string City side.
German defender Gallego did not cover himself in glory at right back, with both Avenue’s first-half goals coming down his side.
In the 17th minute, the hosts made the breakthrough when the impressive Alex Davidson broke clear down the left flank and delivered a low cross which O’Brien dispatched with a sweet strike from just inside the 18-yard box.
Thompson then hit a low shot wide of the target from 20 yards, before Martin Drury crossed from the left and Richard Marshall headed the ball wide at the far post.
In the 23rd minute, City equalised when Hines was brought down and Thompson rifled home from the penalty spot.
Connell looked lively for City as he builds up his fitness but he missed a gilt-edged chance before Avenue regained the lead in spectacular fashion nine minutes before the break.
Davidson again provided the ammunition from the left flank, crossing superbly for James to slam home a fine volley from 12 yards out.
Thornber said of Gallego: “I felt a bit sorry for him because a couple of the goals came from his side.
“On this showing I’m not too sure on Marc but again we will sit down and discuss him and the rest of the trialists.
“I’m sure the manager will form his opinions on the basis of tonight and what they have done in training also.”
Both sides created numerous half-chances after the break, with Avenue introducing former Bantams midfielder Luke Sharry before Deacey wrapped up victory with a clinical finish after showing some neat footwork.
City assistant manager Steve Parkin travelled to Meadow Lane to scout on County in their friendly with Nottingham Forest last night.
Thornber said: “It wasn’t important for Parky to be here tonight. It was more important for him to look at Notts County ahead of Saturday’s game.”
Avenue: Deasey, Duckworth, Drury, O’Brien, Knowles, Riley, Marshall, Hotte (Walker ht), James (Sharry 55), Deacey, Davidson (Blakiley). Substitutes (not used): Greaves, Dempsey, Higginson.
City: Duke, Gallego, Bass, Brown, Mills, Harrison, Bott, Hoolahan, Thompson (Swain 66), Connell (Hiza 80), Hines (Baker 66). Substitutes (not used): Morrison, Boote.
Attendance: 945.
Comments(24)
Rambo
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8:53am Wed 8 Aug 12
tyker2
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9:23am Wed 8 Aug 12
Scargutt2
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9:25am Wed 8 Aug 12
Could this be the eye opener Lawn was talking about?
parader no1
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9:26am Wed 8 Aug 12
Craig
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9:37am Wed 8 Aug 12
parader no1 wrote:Yet there were more trialists than first team squad members on show last night, so how would it be best summed up? Perhaps "Avenue beat City XI"?
" Avenue claim bragging rights against City trialist " A little unfair Mr Hepponstall, there were only four trialists
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I post this because some of the the over-reaction and obnoxious comments on the other match thread, from both sets of fans, reached fever pitch and I think both parties should have a look at who was playing, particularly if they didn't attend (I did), before offering a more considered reaction to the result.
manure
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9:45am Wed 8 Aug 12
parader no1
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9:48am Wed 8 Aug 12
Craig wrote:Agree Craig. Never ceases to amaze me the hatred that exists between two teams that dont even play each other any more. ( I have been watching both since 1954 )
parader no1 wrote:Yet there were more trialists than first team squad members on show last night, so how would it be best summed up? Perhaps "Avenue beat City XI"?
" Avenue claim bragging rights against City trialist " A little unfair Mr Hepponstall, there were only four trialists
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I post this because some of the the over-reaction and obnoxious comments on the other match thread, from both sets of fans, reached fever pitch and I think both parties should have a look at who was playing, particularly if they didn't attend (I did), before offering a more considered reaction to the result.
Bacon Bantam
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10:06am Wed 8 Aug 12
Wakeywakey
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10:12am Wed 8 Aug 12
parader no1 wrote:Tw,os always so!
Craig wrote:Agree Craig. Never ceases to amaze me the hatred that exists between two teams that dont even play each other any more. ( I have been watching both since 1954 )
parader no1 wrote:Yet there were more trialists than first team squad members on show last night, so how would it be best summed up? Perhaps "Avenue beat City XI"?
" Avenue claim bragging rights against City trialist " A little unfair Mr Hepponstall, there were only four trialists
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I post this because some of the the over-reaction and obnoxious comments on the other match thread, from both sets of fans, reached fever pitch and I think both parties should have a look at who was playing, particularly if they didn't attend (I did), before offering a more considered reaction to the result.
Like Avenues strip though, much better
than the green & white stripes.
Craig
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10:20am Wed 8 Aug 12
tyker2
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10:22am Wed 8 Aug 12
Cityman23
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11:09am Wed 8 Aug 12
Just been announced from 'VP' that if Hines signs his squad number will be...number 57!!
parader no1
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11:18am Wed 8 Aug 12
Wakeywakey wrote:Looked nice, lets hope they play as well
parader no1 wrote:Tw,os always so!
Craig wrote:Agree Craig. Never ceases to amaze me the hatred that exists between two teams that dont even play each other any more. ( I have been watching both since 1954 )
parader no1 wrote:Yet there were more trialists than first team squad members on show last night, so how would it be best summed up? Perhaps "Avenue beat City XI"?
" Avenue claim bragging rights against City trialist " A little unfair Mr Hepponstall, there were only four trialists
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I post this because some of the the over-reaction and obnoxious comments on the other match thread, from both sets of fans, reached fever pitch and I think both parties should have a look at who was playing, particularly if they didn't attend (I did), before offering a more considered reaction to the result.
Like Avenues strip though, much better
than the green & white stripes.
Prisoner Cell Block A
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1:09pm Wed 8 Aug 12
Not one of your best but someone was gonna say it.
mickyoi
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2:56pm Wed 8 Aug 12
Bacon Bantam wrote:Agreed. Never reads the stories properly before opening his trap.
I am so glad Freddy has no say in how the club is run.
tyker2
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4:20pm Wed 8 Aug 12
Cityman23 wrote:no doubt he will bring loads of variety to us as well!! 57 crosses a game would do very nicely
"HAPPY VALLEY-EXCESS ALL AREAS"
Just been announced from 'VP' that if Hines signs his squad number will be...number 57!!
Freddy
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5:28pm Wed 8 Aug 12
Bacon Bantam says...
10:06am Wed 8 Aug 12
I am so glad Freddy has no say in how the club is run.”
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mickyoi says...
2:56pm Wed 8 Aug 12
Bacon Bantam wrote:
I am so glad Freddy has no say in how the club is run.
Agreed. Never reads the stories properly before opening his trap.”
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PERHAPS YOU WOULD BOTH CARE TO EXPLAIN YOUR COMMENTS. WHICH DO NOT MAKE ANY SENSE.
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Whatever you both say in future --will be very closely monitored. To see if either of you know what you are talking about-!. ( I doubt it from the cryptic nonesense you have already demonstrated to all City Supporters that read these comment boards. I do not normally respond to silly little boys comments. But i feel you both need to be exposed, in your sarcasm.) Incidentally --Sarcasm is the lowest form of any wit-and the highest form of ignorance.
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Freddy
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5:30pm Wed 8 Aug 12
Rambo says...
8:53am Wed 8 Aug 12
Modern? It looks like a packet of Superkings from the 70s”
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I have never smoked cigarettes--but you made me laugh!!.
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Rambo
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6:08pm Wed 8 Aug 12
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Rambo
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6:09pm Wed 8 Aug 12
mickyoi
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7:55pm Wed 8 Aug 12
Freddy wrote:Sarcasm? You must be thick aswell. You're always the first to comment on every story without thinking first. As I said the other day you were the only city fan on here who didn't think Doyle was a good signing. Questioning him because he had been released by Barnsley and suggesting he needed to lose weight. Deny it if you want but it's still there on the thread. Maybe you're who lawn was having a go at. No sarcasm in my post pal. Lus I only pass comments on games iv been too unlike yourself.
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Bacon Bantam says...
10:06am Wed 8 Aug 12
I am so glad Freddy has no say in how the club is run.”
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mickyoi says...
2:56pm Wed 8 Aug 12
Bacon Bantam wrote:
I am so glad Freddy has no say in how the club is run.
Agreed. Never reads the stories properly before opening his trap.”
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PERHAPS YOU WOULD BOTH CARE TO EXPLAIN YOUR COMMENTS. WHICH DO NOT MAKE ANY SENSE.
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Whatever you both say in future --will be very closely monitored. To see if either of you know what you are talking about-!. ( I doubt it from the cryptic nonesense you have already demonstrated to all City Supporters that read these comment boards. I do not normally respond to silly little boys comments. But i feel you both need to be exposed, in your sarcasm.) Incidentally --Sarcasm is the lowest form of any wit-and the highest form of ignorance.
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trueBradfordian
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8:21pm Wed 8 Aug 12
parader no1 wrote:As a supporter of both clubs (yes, there are a few of us) I find the rivalry amusing these days. It made more sense when both were in the 4th division, and I had to decide which scarf to wear at derby matches.
Craig wrote:Agree Craig. Never ceases to amaze me the hatred that exists between two teams that dont even play each other any more. ( I have been watching both since 1954 )
parader no1 wrote:Yet there were more trialists than first team squad members on show last night, so how would it be best summed up? Perhaps "Avenue beat City XI"?
" Avenue claim bragging rights against City trialist " A little unfair Mr Hepponstall, there were only four trialists
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I post this because some of the the over-reaction and obnoxious comments on the other match thread, from both sets of fans, reached fever pitch and I think both parties should have a look at who was playing, particularly if they didn't attend (I did), before offering a more considered reaction to the result.
Being a footballer has a lot to do with one's self-esteem. Avenue fans were badly scarred when the club were thrown out of the league, and it was even worse to have City fans laughing in their faces.
It's not surprising that Avenue fans with long memories revel in these small victories. It's more surprising that City fans can be bothered to react.
There's nothing I'd like more than a revived rivalry between City and Avenue, preferably in the football league. I'd like to think that day is inching closer, but I think Avenue still have a lot of progress to make. It's only two divisions, but it's a big gulf.
Oliver's shinpad
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12:24am Thu 9 Aug 12
http://en.wikipedia.
org/wiki/Fred_Smith_
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Micky, easy tiger, bit of respect for a former bantam eh?
Freddy says...
8:49am Wed 8 Aug 12
" Hines---" He recently spent time on trial at Swindon but lasted only two days there due to a lack of fitness."
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If Hines -Signs!--I feel like Doyle, they both need a very strict, and urgent, 'Boot Camp' Fitness Programme.
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If that is the away shirt in the picture it is modern and stylish. It looks good in the photo.
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