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PRESENTATION 2015/16
This was the most incredible night for the Mighty Skem Men-Aces. To be in the company of so many Super Human Beings was simply so humbling. We were also honored to present a cheque of £2,300 to Lisa Senior and her incredible Family as a result of our 24 hour sponsored walk held at Skem united and many people were so moved and touched by Lisa Senior speech. As most will know Ken Chadwick who plays for the Aces is fighting Cancer and as a total surprise to him it was announced that the club had raised £1,000 and will be sending him,his Wife and Son on holiday to Ribby Hall. I would also like to thank Anita Abbott and Graham Abbott for making us so welcome and for preparing the club so magnificently. To club President Roy Caine and Stephen McDonald for awarding the trophies. A thanks also goes to our DJ extraordinaire Tony Mawdesley who quite literally flew in from New York this morning. Also to Alan John Dale who over Several Weeks organised collections and presents for both myself and Mim. I wish so many more could have witnessed the smiles, laughter and emotions tonight and truly understand what a unique, loving and inspirational Family the MEN-ACES are and always will be. Im so blessed to call these lads my Friends and to see the smiles on faces for me means its job done. xxx
CO-OP SURPRISE THE ACES
Had an amazing donation at this evenings training session. The Co-op Bank presented the Men-Aces with a cheque for £400, from all of us at the Aces we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
It was also fantastic to see our friend, and inspiration to us all Ken Chadwick, who as you know is fighting Cancer. Great to see him so positive and still showing support for his favourite footie team the Men-Aces. We all love you Ken xxxx |
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TRELLEBORGS VERY OWN JIMMY LLOYD
Trelleborg praise employee for his role in helping Men-Aces win The Queen's Award for Voluntary Service
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MANAGEMENT at global engineering group, Trelleborg, which has a base in Skelmersdale, have praised their employee Jimmy Lloyd for his role in helping Skem Men-Aces disability football to win the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service.
A spokesman for the company said: “Trelleborg is proud that employee Jimmy Lloyd, alongside his colleagues at Skem Men-Aces, has recently been awarded The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the MBE for volunteer groups.”
Jimmy, a shift syntactic production lead at Trelleborg’s offshore operation, and a coach at the Men-Aces, commented: “Winning the award was a complete shock and I have personally been on cloud nine since. Being involved with Skem Men-Aces brings its own rewards and I have made so many close friends. This award has given everyone involved a great sense of pride.”
A spokesman for the company said: “Trelleborg is proud that employee Jimmy Lloyd, alongside his colleagues at Skem Men-Aces, has recently been awarded The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the MBE for volunteer groups.”
Jimmy, a shift syntactic production lead at Trelleborg’s offshore operation, and a coach at the Men-Aces, commented: “Winning the award was a complete shock and I have personally been on cloud nine since. Being involved with Skem Men-Aces brings its own rewards and I have made so many close friends. This award has given everyone involved a great sense of pride.”
Charter Standard Club
Just had the most amazing news for our club the Men-Aces and for Skelmersdale. The Skem Men-Aces are Liverpool County Football Association winners of the F.A Charter Standard Club Award 2016.
The presentation will be held at Everton Football Club at the Captains table lounge August 4th.
This has been a truly unforgettable year for the Aces and I just want to thank everyone Coaches supporters friends and the Skem community for helping us to make this year an awesome one.
The presentation will be held at Everton Football Club at the Captains table lounge August 4th.
This has been a truly unforgettable year for the Aces and I just want to thank everyone Coaches supporters friends and the Skem community for helping us to make this year an awesome one.
Skelmersdale College
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A huge and massive thank you to Steve Stephen McDonald Pamela Mcdonald and Skelmersdale College Higher Education Sports Therapy Team for their generous donation of £210 which was donated as part of our 24 hour sponsored walk in aid of three very brave children from Skelmersdale who suffer with Mitochondrial Disease. Many thanks guys it's greatly appreciated xxxx
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Scott Rees & Co
Skem Men-Aces manager, Carl Eaton, attended our office today to pick up a cheque for £309.79, donated on behalf of the staff at Scott Rees & Co towards their 24 hour walk fundraiser a couple of weekends ago.
The event was organised to help raise money for the Lily Foundation, in support of local children Callum, Jack and Maycee Senior, who have all been diagnosed with the strongest form of Mitochondrial disease.
On receiving the cheque, Carl described the event as a huge success and thanked Scott Rees for supporting them. He told us:
“I would like to thank Scott Rees & Co for supporting us once again. It was a really emotional weekend. Seeing our lads go to such great lengths to support these three children was one of the most humbling experiences of my life. I couldn’t be more proud of their achievement and hopefully the money raised will go a long way towards helping Callum, Jack and Maycee fulfill some of their dreams.”
“Up until a few weeks ago I had not heard of mitochondrial disease, so if anything, I hope our fundraiser can raise some awareness, at least in the local area. Hearing the story of these three children really puts things in perspective.”
Scott Rees & Co Marketing Partner, David Byrne, was full of praise for the effort put in by Carl and the Men-Aces, saying:
“Everyone here at Scott Rees & Co has clearly been touched by the story of these three children, many of who have children of their own. Their reaction has been brilliant and means that we have been able to raise a fantastic amount of money towards the Men-Aces’ final total.”
“The Skem Men-Aces are a true credit to themselves and to this town. At the end of the day, these lads have their own challenges to deal with yet they consistently put all that aside to help our others.”
Mitochondrial disease is a degenerative disease that starves nearly every cell in the body of energy, which affects mobility, sight, memory and speech. Sadly, there is no known cure for the disease and children who suffer from the type that the Senior’s do are not expected to live beyond the age of 17.
There is now a charity page set up to support these children and help them achieve some of the things on their bucket lists. If you would like to donate towards this you can by visiting the Go Fund Me Page.
The event was organised to help raise money for the Lily Foundation, in support of local children Callum, Jack and Maycee Senior, who have all been diagnosed with the strongest form of Mitochondrial disease.
On receiving the cheque, Carl described the event as a huge success and thanked Scott Rees for supporting them. He told us:
“I would like to thank Scott Rees & Co for supporting us once again. It was a really emotional weekend. Seeing our lads go to such great lengths to support these three children was one of the most humbling experiences of my life. I couldn’t be more proud of their achievement and hopefully the money raised will go a long way towards helping Callum, Jack and Maycee fulfill some of their dreams.”
“Up until a few weeks ago I had not heard of mitochondrial disease, so if anything, I hope our fundraiser can raise some awareness, at least in the local area. Hearing the story of these three children really puts things in perspective.”
Scott Rees & Co Marketing Partner, David Byrne, was full of praise for the effort put in by Carl and the Men-Aces, saying:
“Everyone here at Scott Rees & Co has clearly been touched by the story of these three children, many of who have children of their own. Their reaction has been brilliant and means that we have been able to raise a fantastic amount of money towards the Men-Aces’ final total.”
“The Skem Men-Aces are a true credit to themselves and to this town. At the end of the day, these lads have their own challenges to deal with yet they consistently put all that aside to help our others.”
Mitochondrial disease is a degenerative disease that starves nearly every cell in the body of energy, which affects mobility, sight, memory and speech. Sadly, there is no known cure for the disease and children who suffer from the type that the Senior’s do are not expected to live beyond the age of 17.
There is now a charity page set up to support these children and help them achieve some of the things on their bucket lists. If you would like to donate towards this you can by visiting the Go Fund Me Page.
SKELMERSDALE ASDA
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I would like to offer my sincere thanks to Skelmersdale Asda, Lynda Duffey, the amazing Skelmersdale community and above all my partner in crimeMichael Scanlan who has sat with me in the Asda foyer over Two days and raised a whopping £1,035. This fantastic amount will be used towards our up and coming presentation. Thank you so much. xxx
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HARROGATE.
I witnessed incredible footie today which was simply sensational. The MAGNIFICENT ACES have won the HARROGATE tournament and have done it in style winning all 5 matches. An awesome display of football, team spirit and passion gave these lads the awarded riches and deservedly so. This has been such an inspirational and emotional Year for the ACES and if it wasn't for these unique Athletes I actually wonder what paths my own existence would have taken.
To Councillors Neil Furey Ian Moran Elizabeth Savage and others let's give this prestigious club and above all the PLAYERS who have put SKELMERSDALE on the map the real recognition that they richly deserve by adding a plaque/Banner or stone on one of SKEMS many roundabouts and stop asking silly money to do this as you have done previously. The MENACES have given their heart and soul despite all having their own Disabilities and issues to cope with and now I HONESTLY believe that our Council should should come forward and grasp what we ask for with open arms and show these special human beings how much they really are appreciated, supported and loved. I'm not going to let this go now till it happens, of that you have my word. To the MENACES you are my life and I love this club to bits. Cheers Carl. |
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ACES TAKE THE DOUBLE
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Well what can I say. After an awful England performance, Roy Hodgson on 5 Million a Year and a squad of 23 untalented spoilt rich boys the ACES storm to an incredible victory Today. For Several Months SKEM MEN ACES 1 has been in the Premier League and SKEM MEN ACES 2 in the Championship League. Today an awesome display of football from both teams and huge emotions saw them both winning their respective Leagues. For me to witness this was so humbling and to see the delight, passion and pride on these lads faces was simply priceless. Premier League and Champions League winners incredible simply incredible. My sincere thanks goes to Mark Horlick for all his time and hard work organising this League. To the other teams it was a pleasure to meet and play against you and to make new friends. #FA #England #Liverpool #Football #Rooney #Euros#Everton #Gerrard #RoyHodgson #GarethBale #Sterling
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Aces STEEL it at Sheffield.
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Well, after a few days in Belfast the ACES charged into Sheffield today for yet another tournament. This was a tournament where footie was of a very high standard and the ACES would have to be at the top of their game. Sometimes these Athletes never cease to amaze me and quite frankly how could I ever doubt their ability. They treated us to some exquisite footie winning games 2-1 7-1 4-0 7-1. and went on to WIN the tournament.
Proud of these lads and the whole of the MEN-ACES club. Proud to call the ACES our family and Friends. Tuesday will see us back to Liverpool to finish off our League matches, where at the moment we are top of that league. Its been such a rewarding year and its so gratifying when you see smiles in abundance and know that you have gone some way to to change the lives of these unique people for the better. |
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BELFAST TOUR 2016
A great Three days with these inspirational lads. Laughed till we couldnt laugh anymore oh yes and not to mention some incredible footie where the Aces came a very credible third. We are all shatterd now but we will never forget this experience or the lovely people of Belfast City.
YOUNG CITIZEN AWARD 2016 JAMES HUGHES
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One of our lads James Hughes has just won the very prestigious Young Citizen Award 2016. This is a truly incredible award for a very inspirational and very well respected young man in the community and our club. It is an honor and a privilege to call James Hughes my Friend and an even greater honor to have him as part of the Skem Men-Aces. What a fabulous Week it has been for him and in several more weeks he goes to Geneva with his team mateTheo Duke as part of the Mencap GB squad to represent his Country in the Football European Championships.
THE WALTON LEAGUE
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The Aces visited Walton today as they continued there Liverpool League progression. Skem Aces 1 lost there first came and after a serious rollicking fired back with two spectacular wins. A similar scenario for Men Aces 2 who managed a very lucky 2 all draw for there first game followed by 3 emphatic wins. Each and everyone of these lads were a total credit to themselves and the club and the played and treated the game with the respect it so rightly deserves. Hats off to Mark Horlick for organising it so well. See you all again next Month.
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MENCAP GB ROMP IT AT GENEVA
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What an incredible Weekend for the amazing and very talented Mencap GB squad. These very special athletes accompanied by the Men-Aces very own James Hughes and Theo Duke flew out to Geneva on Thursday to represent this Counrty in the European Football Championships. This supreme squad fought off fierce competition from countries like Germany France Sitzerland Italy and Holland.
Not only did they finish the tournament undefeated after playing Nine games they also conceded only Two goals and were winners of their group. They went onto the Final beating Scotland which Im told was such a close and hard fought match it ended up being decided on penalties. I met up with the squad on there arrival at Manchester airport and the huge SMILES of pride and achievment spoke volumes. We are all so proud of Mencap GB and in particular James Hughes and Theo Duke who received masses of praise from the GB Coaches of how they conducted themselves on and off the field. Take a bow lads for you are CHAMPIONS. xxxx |
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GENEVA TRAINING WEEKEND
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James Hughes and Theo Duke have spent the Weekend with their squad Mencap team GB in preperation for the European Championships to be held in Geneva this coming May. They finished off playing Bradford at the famous Valley Parade where they came back fron 4-1 to win 8-4. We were told by the GB Coaches that both James and Theo are a credit to the Men-Aces. Give yourselves a pat on the back boys and Geneva watch out the Aces will soon be in Town. xx
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A MASSIVE THANKS TO ASDA AND THE SKEM COMMUNITY
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The super amazing Skem community and our great supporters Asda have helped us to raise a whopping £1,000 over this weekend. An amazing gesture from an amazing
community. From all connected to the Aces thank you so much. xxxx |
ACES V DONCASTER TITANS
Easter weekend saw the Men-aces on a road trip to Doncaster, with the onset of Hurricane Kate we managed to dodge most of it. After a gentle warm up the lads were eager to get started and with these two sides never meeting the Men-aces didn't know what they were up against, but soon opened the scorline much to their relief The game was fast and furious with both sides putting in some surblime football but it was the Men-aces day to shine with some excellent team play. Keeping the ball to feet and some tight marking we saw some awesome goals being scored and Haydan pulling off some exquisite saves. The Men-aces winning comfortably 25~9 over 90 minutes play, pat on the back lads.
GREAT FACES FOR RADIO.
A great interview by BBC Radio Merseyside about our two Athletes James Hughes and Theo Duke. These two very talented footballers have been picked as part of the Mencap GB squad where they will go to Geneva for the European Football Championships.
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TOP CLUB NETS TOP AWARD
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The coach of a Skelmersdale football team for adults with learning disabilities has received an award from the Prime Minister.
Carl Eaton, 52, founded the Skem Men-Aces in 2009. Carl, who was born with Spina Bifida and is a right leg amputee, was inspired to organise the football club due to a lack of sports activities available for people with learning disabilities in Skelmersdale.
The team is now accredited with Liverpool FA, who are committed to supporting all disability football initiatives and clubs.
Carl is the latest recipient of a Point of Light award, which recognises outstanding individual volunteers, people who are making a change in their community and inspiring others.
The Skelmersdale club is attended by over 50 people each week. The Men-aces have travelled all over the country with great success, entering and winning many competitions.
The club's biggest achievement to date was competing in the Special Olympics National Games in Bath in 2013, where they won a silver trophy.
Player Martin Makin was also chosen to represent Mencap team GB for the European Championships in Geneva in June 2015. This year, Theo Duke and James Hughes are going out to Geneva to represent the team.
Prime Minister David Cameron said: "Carl has shown a remarkable commitment to helping people with learning difficulties to enjoy the sport he loves.
"By creating the Skem Men-aces, Carl has given people across the town the opportunity to play football and get active as well as building their confidence and becoming part of a team. I am delighted to recognise him as the UK’s 476th Point of Light."
The Skem Men-Aces also take an active role in supporting and giving back to their local community.
The team has set up a number of charity events, raising more than £50,000 for different causes .
Carl also helps some of their football players who come from deprived backgrounds. He set up a hardship fund to assist some of their players by supplying boots, trainers, shin pads and other equipment where required.
He said: "As proud and honoured as I truly am to receive this award, the real winners are the players in this incredible and unique club.
"I am blessed to have them as friends.
"Thanks also to my wife and all of the coaches for their incredible support, to the Skelmersdale community, including Asda, and to our local papers for allowing our famous club to dominate the headlines.
"And a very special thanks to all my Facebook friends for my constant Menacing and begging!"
Carl Eaton, 52, founded the Skem Men-Aces in 2009. Carl, who was born with Spina Bifida and is a right leg amputee, was inspired to organise the football club due to a lack of sports activities available for people with learning disabilities in Skelmersdale.
The team is now accredited with Liverpool FA, who are committed to supporting all disability football initiatives and clubs.
Carl is the latest recipient of a Point of Light award, which recognises outstanding individual volunteers, people who are making a change in their community and inspiring others.
The Skelmersdale club is attended by over 50 people each week. The Men-aces have travelled all over the country with great success, entering and winning many competitions.
The club's biggest achievement to date was competing in the Special Olympics National Games in Bath in 2013, where they won a silver trophy.
Player Martin Makin was also chosen to represent Mencap team GB for the European Championships in Geneva in June 2015. This year, Theo Duke and James Hughes are going out to Geneva to represent the team.
Prime Minister David Cameron said: "Carl has shown a remarkable commitment to helping people with learning difficulties to enjoy the sport he loves.
"By creating the Skem Men-aces, Carl has given people across the town the opportunity to play football and get active as well as building their confidence and becoming part of a team. I am delighted to recognise him as the UK’s 476th Point of Light."
The Skem Men-Aces also take an active role in supporting and giving back to their local community.
The team has set up a number of charity events, raising more than £50,000 for different causes .
Carl also helps some of their football players who come from deprived backgrounds. He set up a hardship fund to assist some of their players by supplying boots, trainers, shin pads and other equipment where required.
He said: "As proud and honoured as I truly am to receive this award, the real winners are the players in this incredible and unique club.
"I am blessed to have them as friends.
"Thanks also to my wife and all of the coaches for their incredible support, to the Skelmersdale community, including Asda, and to our local papers for allowing our famous club to dominate the headlines.
"And a very special thanks to all my Facebook friends for my constant Menacing and begging!"
ACES TO CONQUER GENEVA
Let me introduce you to James Hughes and Theo Duke. These two very talented footballers have been picked as part of the Mencap GB squad where they will go to Geneva for the European Football Championships.
The tournament will be held at the Bernex Stadium, Geneva between 13 and 15 May 2016.
An incredible acheivment for two very outstanding players. Well done lads To the other three lads who didn't make into the squad this year Ashley Stoneman Matthew Coppell and Josh winstanley I am as equally proud of you all and give yourselves a huge pat on the back for getting this far. WHAT A WEEKEND XXXX
The tournament will be held at the Bernex Stadium, Geneva between 13 and 15 May 2016.
An incredible acheivment for two very outstanding players. Well done lads To the other three lads who didn't make into the squad this year Ashley Stoneman Matthew Coppell and Josh winstanley I am as equally proud of you all and give yourselves a huge pat on the back for getting this far. WHAT A WEEKEND XXXX
ACES PUT THE WHEELS IN MOTION
This has to be the most memorable and emotional ocassion in the History of the Skem Men-Aces. Over Six years we have dreamed and wished that one day we would own our very own Mini Bus. After years of hard work and determination, today we finally took delivery of the bus. There are so many people to thank for this but these people in particular truly deserve a mention.Chris Wellington and all the gang from 06 Vauxhall Skelmersdale including Phil Carver from 06 Ormskirk. Vauxhall have been incredible and I will never forget their kindness. Councillor Doreen stephenson Mayor 2014/2015 for making us one of her chosen charities. Dan Curwen of Scott Rees & Co Who have been Sponsors of ours for several years. Proctor and Gamble. Sharon Roberts of Asda Skelmersdale for letting us do our monthly Collections in store. Michael Riley who presented us with the bus today. Eileen Mcloughlinfor her fantastic fundraising efforts. John and Ruth Unsworth for their continued support. The totally awesome and amazing Skem community who quite simply without their unbelievable generosity today would not have been possible. IM SO SO PROUD. THANKYOU XXXX
.Football coach in shock as TV crew surprise him with BBC Unsung Hero Award 2015.
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A much-loved local football coach was left in shock tonight when he was taking part in a training session - when a BBC TV film crew burst in to surprise him with the BBC Sport Unsung Hero Award North West 2015.
Carl Eaton, coach of the Skem Men-Aces, said that apart from the birth of his children, it was the greatest honour of his life.
A stunned Carl said: “What has just happened. The BBC walked into our training session this evening and surprised me beyond my wildest dreams. I have just been awarded the BBC Sport Unsung Hero Award North West 2015.
“I have been gifted with many things in my life but apart from the birth of my children this is the greatest accolade that has ever been bestowed on me and my emotions are all over the place.
“We have beaten the whole of the North West and have now got to attend BBC’s Sports Personality Of The Year ceremony on December 20 in Belfast’s new Titanic Quarter where along with 14 other regions we will be considered for the National Award.
“I do have to say that as proud and as honoured as I truly am to be called me a hero, it is simply not correct at all.
“The true and real heroes are each and every player on this truly very unique and wonderful club and I’m so proud to call them my friends.
“Thanks to my wife and all the coaches for the incredible support, to the Skelmersdale community, including Asda and to our local papers for allowing our famous club to dominate their papers and thanks to all my Facebook friends for my constant Menacing and begging.” We now have to attend BBCs Sports Personality of the year 20th December 2015 in Belfasts new "Titanic Quarter" where along with 14 other regions we will be considered for the National Award.
Carl Eaton, coach of the Skem Men-Aces, said that apart from the birth of his children, it was the greatest honour of his life.
A stunned Carl said: “What has just happened. The BBC walked into our training session this evening and surprised me beyond my wildest dreams. I have just been awarded the BBC Sport Unsung Hero Award North West 2015.
“I have been gifted with many things in my life but apart from the birth of my children this is the greatest accolade that has ever been bestowed on me and my emotions are all over the place.
“We have beaten the whole of the North West and have now got to attend BBC’s Sports Personality Of The Year ceremony on December 20 in Belfast’s new Titanic Quarter where along with 14 other regions we will be considered for the National Award.
“I do have to say that as proud and as honoured as I truly am to be called me a hero, it is simply not correct at all.
“The true and real heroes are each and every player on this truly very unique and wonderful club and I’m so proud to call them my friends.
“Thanks to my wife and all the coaches for the incredible support, to the Skelmersdale community, including Asda and to our local papers for allowing our famous club to dominate their papers and thanks to all my Facebook friends for my constant Menacing and begging.” We now have to attend BBCs Sports Personality of the year 20th December 2015 in Belfasts new "Titanic Quarter" where along with 14 other regions we will be considered for the National Award.
HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS
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The news we've waited and wanted to hear for so long. We will have a ground and club house in conjunction with the Skem youth academy. We are looking forward to working closely with the academy and the future is looking awesome for these two very worthy clubs.
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LEAGUE NEWS
The Men-Aces have just joined a league which will continue up until June. We have entered two teams and played our first matches this week. Here are the results so far. Its a great league,great laughs and great characters.
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SHARES MENACED BY THE ACES
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Another fantastic night of footie for the Aces. Our friends and supporters Shares Lancashire came to our training session this evening and played several friendly matches against us. This was the first time we have played these lads and I have to say that they were a total credit to themselves to the company that they work for and too the beautiful game. Laughter and banter was in abundance and huge smiles to match. The final game was a hard fought competition but in typical style the Aces took a fine win.
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A LEAGUE ABOVE THE REST
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Took two teams down to Greenbank Sports Academy today to start a League, plenty of great football was played, it's been a good week for the Men-aces,
and it's not finishing there, we have a match Friday also against Shares Lancashire. Do they know what they've let themselves in for. lol. |
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JUST REWARDS FOR OUR YOUNG COACHES
A massive well done to our amazing young coaches Sammy Eaton, Ben Eaton and Chloe McMaster. Lets hope that they can go on and be successful at the Lancashire Sports Awards.
ACES SHINE BRIGHT
WOW WOW WOW. Last night we raised an awesome amount of £366.00 for my chosen charity SHINE. This amount has just been put into my Just Giving page and im delighted to announce that we smashed our target of £400 and raised a whopping £835.84p. I would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone who donated and supported the event. EMOTIONAL beyond words. Thank you so much xxx
SUPPORT FOR YOUNG PAUL
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Following the incredible effort of guts and determination that the amazing Skem Men Aces put in to their sponsored Triathlon event we were able to finally present a cheque of £1,600.00 to an incredible young boy Paul Thompson.
This money will go towards a walking frame for Paul and hopefuly it will make a huge difference to his life. To all that took part in the Triathlon please give yourselves a huge pat on the back. Im so proud of you all. |
WE SHINE FOR SPINA BIFIDA
This so incredibly important to me. I seem to be forever in peoples faces with fundraising projects but your support for this would mean so much to me as those who know me will understand.I remember the fantastic support that I had from early childhood up to my late twenties. Please take a look HERE, share with your friends and maybe even make a small donation on my Just Giving Page.
MEN-ACES DOUBLE CHAMPS
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Well what can I say. First of aIl I am so incredibly proud of each and everyone of the Men Aces for displaying some magnificent footie and above all for the respect that they gave to the tournament and apposing teams. This is the second year the Aces have played in the Kirkby spectacular, where they were defending their trophy. This year two tournaments were run one, at a high level and the other at intermediate. We took three teams and all three were truly outstanding. Our high ability squad regained their trophy whilst one of our the intermediate teams took the winning trophy for their group and our third team came a very respectable runners up. The lads passion and commitment never ever ceases to amaze me and I am so proud to call them my friends.
Our thanks goes to all involved in the organistion of todays tournaments and we look forward to returning next year and defending our cups. A massive applause also to all the other teams that took part and played the game in the true spirit it demands and deserves.And by the way Haydn Pulford the lads did it for you
Our thanks goes to all involved in the organistion of todays tournaments and we look forward to returning next year and defending our cups. A massive applause also to all the other teams that took part and played the game in the true spirit it demands and deserves.And by the way Haydn Pulford the lads did it for you
ACES ARE UNITED
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WE HAVE NEWS. Had an awesome meeting with Skem United and the Mighty Skem Men-Aces. We are very proud to announce that both Skem United and the Skem Men-Aces plan to move forward and join as a partnership. These two big clubs shall both go down the community based road but at the same time maintaining our own individual goals and identities. This fantastic partnership will certainly benefit the whole Skelmersdale community. This is a marvelous opportunity for both clubs and the outlook certainly is a bright one and one to look forward to as the relationship grows.
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FATHER AND SON TAKE MAJOR AWARD
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A very special evening for our Athletes. First father and son Ken and David Chadwick were awarded the Paul Thomson Award for their supreme commitment and passion for the Menaces. This magnificent shield was very kindly donated by Helen Thomson on behalf of her late Father Paul Thomson.
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CASHING IN ON THE MILES
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Tonight we were visited by Tony Harris and pat Harris who some weeks ago did the Great wirral coastal walk at a distance of 15 miles. Through their fantastic effort they raised and presented us with a cheque for an incredible £460. A great night and my sincere thanks to Tony Harris and Pat Harris. Long may our friendship continue.
ACES SMASH TRIATHLON
There have been times in my lifetime when ive thought that I have seen everything but today you really did have to see it to BELIEVE. This morning at 10am the Skem Men Aces invaded Edge Hill University as they began the awesome task of a Triathlon event covering 400 miles as a combined team effort.
What i witnessed today was simply the most incredible feat of not only courage, determination, dedication to succeed but a shear stubborness not to fail or give in. So many of these lads struggle through their own lives on a daily basis and to see these special human beings battle through the obstacles that today had for them was for me one of the most HUMBLING experiences I have ever seen.
These lads had the gargantuan task of reaching 400 miles today which if I am honest I did doubt weather it would be possible to achieve. By now I should realise to never doubt THESE superb Athletes as they smashed the asked total and reached a colossal total of 560 miles.
My thanks goes to all our coaches for their help and support.To SteveStephen McDonald and the Sports Therapy Team at West Lancs College for providing massge therapy and First Aid. Edge Hill University for the use of the premises Gary Jones Vicki Jones Ben and Callum. Our president Roy Caine for knocking up several miles on a bike.
All monies raised will be going to a young boy Paul Thompson whose needs a walking frame to improve his quality of life.
Each lad please take a bow. I am proud to call you all my friends
What i witnessed today was simply the most incredible feat of not only courage, determination, dedication to succeed but a shear stubborness not to fail or give in. So many of these lads struggle through their own lives on a daily basis and to see these special human beings battle through the obstacles that today had for them was for me one of the most HUMBLING experiences I have ever seen.
These lads had the gargantuan task of reaching 400 miles today which if I am honest I did doubt weather it would be possible to achieve. By now I should realise to never doubt THESE superb Athletes as they smashed the asked total and reached a colossal total of 560 miles.
My thanks goes to all our coaches for their help and support.To SteveStephen McDonald and the Sports Therapy Team at West Lancs College for providing massge therapy and First Aid. Edge Hill University for the use of the premises Gary Jones Vicki Jones Ben and Callum. Our president Roy Caine for knocking up several miles on a bike.
All monies raised will be going to a young boy Paul Thompson whose needs a walking frame to improve his quality of life.
Each lad please take a bow. I am proud to call you all my friends
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SCOTT REES &SONS DONATE TOWARDS OUR WHEELS
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What a truly fabulous night of football with our Sponsors and friends Scott Rees & Co. Three awesome games of football were played this evening and fun and laughter was in abundance. The Aces played some of the best footie i have seen for some time and it really was played with passion and glory. Be very proud Scott Rees & Co of your colleagues tonight they really did you proud and conducted themselves impeccably
After the games our Sponsors very kindly presented the club with a a cheque for an incredible sum of £1500 which will go towards our Mini Bus. My sincere thanks to Scott Rees & Co for this amazing contribution and support. Long may our friendship continue
After the games our Sponsors very kindly presented the club with a a cheque for an incredible sum of £1500 which will go towards our Mini Bus. My sincere thanks to Scott Rees & Co for this amazing contribution and support. Long may our friendship continue
ACES TAKE IT TO HEART
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A great session for our defribrullator training this morning. A truly awesome and life saving piece of kit. Our sincere thanks Sue Murrin-Bailey for delivering the session and a massive thanks to the lady farmers who raised the money for our Defibrillator. I would urge any club/organisation to get this life saving kit so that if the unthinkable did happen you are in with a chance of saving someone's life.
ACES STRIKE AGAIN
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A great morning of football where the Aces met up with their old friends AFC Masters.We are always met with a warm welcome and the footie as always was of an excellent standard.
In all, three matches were played with the first match seeing the Men Aces victorious. The following two games saw both teams really battling hard for dominance and both ending in a justifiable draw. Our thanks as always goes to the Masters for their hospitality and sportsmanship. We look forward to their visit to us this coming Thursday.Today was a fantastic advertisement for disability footie. Well done to all. |
SKEM ASDA DISH THE CASH
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Another amazing weekend fundraising at Skem Asda. I say this all the time but the Skem public are the most generous people in Lancashire. We raised the amazing sum of £1050. Our sincere thanks also goes to Skem Asda and Sharon Roberts
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FRIENDS GO THAT EXTRA MILE.
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Pat and Tony
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Following a fantastic gesture of paying for a pair of football boots for one of our players Martin Makin who was competing in the Mencap European Championships in Geneva, we had a visit to our training session this evening from the people who made that wonderful donation. Pat and Tony Harris thought they would come along and introduce themselves but also added another surprise. They will be taking part in the Wirral Coastal walk June 28th at a distance of 15 miles and all Sponsor money they raise will go to the Men-Aces. I am sure they will not mind me saying but they are both pensioners and Pat 75 years young.
A massive thankyou goes to these truly special people and on behalf of the Men-Aces we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
A massive thankyou goes to these truly special people and on behalf of the Men-Aces we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
MENCAP GB TRIUMPH IN EUROPE
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Skem Men-aces representative Martin Makin coming home from Geneva after representing Team GB in the European football Championships. The team won their group, winners of the Champions league and the Sporting cup, this was a great experience for all the lads, and us at Skem Men-aces really welcome the chance to experience opportunities like this. well done Martin we are all very proud.
Skem Solicitors do it again
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Just had amazing news. Incredibly Scott Rees & Co have just offered the club £1500 to help with the shortfall that we have on the Mini Bus. Thank you so much.
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IT'S ACE TO GET OUR OWN TRANSPORT
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As many will be aware the ACES have been part of the Mayors charity for the passed 12 months and have worked hard to promote and back this fabulous cause. Today all the hard work paid off and we were presented with a cheque for an astonishing and staggering amount of 12 THOUSAND POUNDS as our share of the £16000 raised during councillor Doreen Stephenson's time in office. It has always been our DREAM that one day we would possess our very own Mini Bus. After talks with Andrew Langley of 06 Vauxhall they gave us an amazing and incredibly generous offer of a substantial discount on a brand new 17 seater bus. Today we have signed all paperwork with Vauxhall and are ecstatic and elated to announce that we are expecting delivery of our vehicle in September. With the fantastic cheque for 12 thousands pounds and what we already have saved there is a small shortfall so will be fund raising from now till September
MENACES PROVE THEY ARE MADE OF STEEL
Kiss me qiuck
We had an absolutely fantastic day and what a brilliant experience it was for the lads of Skem Men-aces Disability FC, It was an early morning start whilst Skelmersdale was sleeping a sea of red gathered and waited eagerly for their coach with cheers of approval as it came into view they all excitedly bordered. Four teams and 8 coaches where on a road trip to Sheffield to a tournament they have never entered before, the coach was lively, full of song and laughter, as we approached the tournament sight one could hear a pin drop and greeting us was a sea of players from up and down the country. A sense of pride was apparent as they embarked the coach with heads held high and chest puffed out the whole scene was majestic.
The tournament started, though eager to start it was apparent that nerves was a big issue, but the opening games the Men-aces embraced each kick of the ball with composure and credit to the lads fair play was in abundance. A true testimonial for the team of coaches that have remained loyal for many years.
We entered 4 teams into the tournament playing against teams as far as Norfolk, each team had several matches in their respected leagues, to our utter amazement we are so proud to say that out of the four leagues we came away champions and top the table in three of them and if that wasn't enough the icing on the cake, we also won the tournaments fair play award trophy which is a great honor. To each and everyone of the lads you have our utmost respect and thank you for the hard work and above all the wonderful football we put on display for all to have witnessed.
The tournament started, though eager to start it was apparent that nerves was a big issue, but the opening games the Men-aces embraced each kick of the ball with composure and credit to the lads fair play was in abundance. A true testimonial for the team of coaches that have remained loyal for many years.
We entered 4 teams into the tournament playing against teams as far as Norfolk, each team had several matches in their respected leagues, to our utter amazement we are so proud to say that out of the four leagues we came away champions and top the table in three of them and if that wasn't enough the icing on the cake, we also won the tournaments fair play award trophy which is a great honor. To each and everyone of the lads you have our utmost respect and thank you for the hard work and above all the wonderful football we put on display for all to have witnessed.
More for the trophy cabinet
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Lets get Menacing
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Ricciardo nearly raising a smile
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The Fare play Award