Coleshill Town 3 v 1 Mickleover

[Alan Beckett]

Saturday 4th October 2025
Northern Premier League Midland Division
Coleshill Town 3 v 1 Mickleover
Scorers:
Coleshill: Alex McSkeane, Theo Rowe, Bassit Mandey.
Mickleover: Fraser Corden.
Attendance: 125.
Supporters Club Man Of The Match: Harry Sweeney.


Teams:
Coleshill: Cameron Belford, Lewis Allison, Harry Sweeney, Jack Hallahan, Daniel Brookes, Taylor Carter-Byrne, Daniel Gyasi (Joe Fitzpatrick), Bassit Mandey (Lukman Darboe), Alex McSkeane (Leon Ofosu), Ben Usher-Shipway, Theo Rowe (Joe Morley). Sub not used: Harry Craven.

Mickleover: Jack McDowell, Ali Mohiuddin, Louis Bonser, Brad Gascoigne, George Wilkinson, William Atkinson, Archie White, Harry Wood (Michael Hollingswood), Josiah Dyer (Stuart Beavon), Andy Dales, Patrick Webb (Fraser Corden). Subs not used: Oliver Bosworth, Ashton Offler.


NON LEAGUE PAPER WROTE
Two goals in as many minutes ensured Coleshill Town climbed out of the drop zone with a hard earned victory at Pack Meadow. Alex McSkeane grabbed the opener for the home side in the 19th minute, rifling past Jack McDowell. Mickleover fought desperately to get a leveller before the interval but went into the break a goal down, prompting Gareth Holmes to make a change. Josiah Dyer made way for Stuart Beavon up top, but the plot was dashed when the Colemen struck a quick-fire double, Theo Rowe and Bassit Mandey finding the back of the net in the 55th and 56th minutes to put the game beyond reach. Fraser Cordon's late goal was a mere consolation for Mickleover.
Star Man: Theo Rowe (Coleshill)
Entertainment: ***


The Colemen Dig Deep for Vital Home Win at Windy Pack Meadow
Report By Ian Pugh
After a tough run of cup fixtures and league defeats, Coleshill Town delivered a much-needed boost to morale with a spirited 3–1 victory over Mickleover at Pack Meadow. The win lifts The Colemen up 4 places and reignites belief among players and supporters alike.
With gusts swirling across the pitch, Coleshill adapted quickly—targeting Mickleover’s left flank with four incisive attacks down the right. Crosses to the back post caused chaos, forcing the visiting keeper into early saves.

In the 18th minute, pressure paid off. A corner ricocheted around the box before falling to Alex McSkeane on the edge. His clean volley flew past the keeper, opening his account and giving Coleshill the lead.

The right-sided threat continued until the half-hour mark, when Mickleover began to settle and apply pressure. Coleshill’s back line held firm as the visitors grew into the game, but the hosts went into the break with a slender advantage.

Second Half Surge: Rowe, Mandes, and a Wind-Assisted Scare

Mickleover resumed with intent, but Theo Rowe doubled Coleshill’s lead in the 53rd minute, beating the keeper at the near post after a sharp move.

Just two minutes later, Ben Usher-Shipway broke from halfway, fed McSkeane, who slipped the ball to Bassit Mandes—coolly slotting home the third. The Pack Meadow faithful erupted, sensing relief.

But Mickleover weren’t done. In the 73rd minute, a thunderous strike—helped by the wind—curled unexpectedly inside the post, catching Cameron off guard. The keeper redeemed himself in the 81st minute, tipping another fierce shot onto the post, with the defence clearing the rebound.

Both sides continued to create chances, but Coleshill held firm. The 3–1 win marks a turning point in their season, restoring confidence and rewarding the fans who braved the conditions.
With McSkeane’s standout performance, Rowe’s sharp finish, and Mandes’ composure, The Colemen showed they’re ready to climb the table. The wind may have howled, but Coleshill’s resolve roared louder.