As January ended, the Dragons had mixed results in sometimes glorious sunshine: The Firsts drew 1-1 at home to Indian Gymkhana. Gymkhana scored first only for the Dragons to equalise. It was then a question of who scored first to win – neither team it turned out! The Dragons are steadily improving, despite having a stand-in keeper.…
With Dragons everywhere still buzzing from the nail biting Old Dragonians Cup victory the previous weekend, it was time for the youths to shine: The U11 Boys drew 1-1 away at Old Actonians. The Dragons dominated but missed three great opportunities to get ahead. Their defence improved throughout the game, but one mistake proved costly and the score ended…
The Dragons mostly pressed on sidestepping Covid, rain and muddy pitches: The Old Dragonians beat FC Willesden 5-3 on penalties at home in the Cup. After leading 1-0 the Dragons conceded painfully late and it was onto extra time. The Dragons scored first only for Willesden to equalise on the 120-minute mark and it was on to penalties. The Dragons stepped up first and scored…
Happy New Year to all the worldwide Dragons. Heavy rain and covid led to postponed games but the Dragons generally did well when they could find oppositions able and willing to play: The U16 Girls were awarded an automatic away win as Stoke Newington have withdrawn from the League. The U14 Girls thumped local rivals…
One way of describing the last couple of years is that at least they have been interesting. Now, just as it looked as if we were putting Covid behind us, Omicron has struck – akin to the opposition scoring a last-minute equalizer. It is a huge credit to Dragons everywhere that we have managed to…
Kensington Dragons Results W/E 19th December 2021 With few games, many Dragons could tuck into early mince pies: The Firsts played the Blues in a training match at the Linford Christie Stadium. The Dragons Seniors were keen to impress their new coaching team and, in good spirit, played a final friendly game of the year. With a semi-final…
This weekend saw several games postponed as clubs negotiated the weather and illness, leaving the Firsts to dominate the headlines: The Firsts beat NW London 1 – 0 at home in the quarter final of the Divisional Cup in an immense performance. In their previous encounters NW London had won with the Dragons missing their goalkeeper. This Saturday the…
A Festive Puzzle: Since the Premier League started, which only club avoided relegation after being bottom at Christmas? A mince pie for the winner. Meanwhile, the Dragons kicked off December with most teams on the road: The U16 Boys drew 4-4 away against arch nemesis Hanwell. The Dragons found themselves 1-4 down in the second half…
As the temperature dropped, the Dragons were undeterred as they braved gale force wind: The Firsts beat Wilberforce Wanderers 4-1 away. The Dragons controlled possession and the tempo to create chances in abundance. Crucially, a natural Dragons goalie was back in action to bolster the defence which allowed the Dragons to play out with confidence and earn a huge 3…
Financial Appeal Can you help? It costs £100,000/year to run the Dragons – hiring pitches, buying equipment/kit, paying referees’ and coaches’ expenses etc. Each player cost £250/year. The Trustees and Managers are volunteers. Many find it extraordinary, but in 20 years we have never charged a subscription. We believe that players should not be prevented…