This morning's scheduled match between Peel and Liverpool Collegiate old Boys has been cancelled due to ongoing problems with the pitch.

Word has recently been received of the death (on 7^th January 2010, aged 79) of Eric Shimmin Greggor who will be best remembered for scoring four goals in Peel’s 5-1 victory against Onchan (Lawrence Quirk netting the other) in the 1954-55 Combination League decider between the leaders of the North and South sections, played on 12.03.1955. More details on Eric in due course.

Peel secured the Railway Cup this afternoon for a record 21st occasion following a match of contrasting fortunes against age-old rivals Rushen United at the Bowl.

The southerners started the better side; however Peel's improvement prior to half-time culminated in Kerron Christian's goal from short range five minutes before the interval. 

The match became more open following the 64th minute double sendings off (for Kerron Christain and Grant Dawson) and with Daniel Bell and Terry Rigaux breaking from midfield, Johnny Myers with a little more luck could well have added to his 76th minute goal, which sealed the match.

Chris Cain was a deserved Man of the match for his overall contribution, whilst Daniel Bell and Johnny Myers can not have been far away for their second half displays.

The victory was especially sweet following a week of turmoil where the continued involvement of Rick Holden plus the eligibility of Terry Rigaux to appear in the Final had been the subject of much speculation and discussion.

Wednesday 16th December 2009 sees two former players reach notable birthdays.

The incomparable Keith McQuillan, who scored in excess of 500 goals during his 347 appearances for Peel between 1965-1981 is 65 today, whilst regular 'Shed' member Tom Moore, who as Combination Captain featured in Combination title winning sides in 1955 and 1957 as well as successful Junior Cup campaingin the intervening season is 80.

Best wishes to both from all connected with the Club.

Saturday 12th December 2009 1.15 p.m. Kick Off

Laxey v Peel

Rushen United v St. Mary's

This will be our first meeting in the competition with Laxey since the 2006-07 Final when Neil Birchenough's late goal was all that separated the two sides. 

The first team's outstanding 11-0 victory at St. John's this afternoon was the first occasion that they had notched double figures for over nine years.

The last time they reached this total was on 23rd May 2000 when they demolished Police 16-0 at Groves Road to secure their first Division One title since 1984.

Scorers on that famous night were Martin Costain 6, Chris Hawke (3), Kevin McGarvey (3) Nick Hurt (2) and Chris Cain (2).

Calum Gallagher (along with team mate Liam Harrison) has been granted a transfer to St. John's United after one season back at Douglas Road.

Calum 'hopes to play on a more regular basis' at his new Club and it is true that only 14 of his 30 appearances last campaign were from the kick-off.

Calum extended his Peel senior career record to 70 goals in 140 appearances and is wished well for the future.

Former Island Iternational Phillip Mayers has signed a transfer form to D.H.S.O.B., one of his previous sides following two seasons at Douglas Road.

Phil scored 2 goals in 27 appearances for Peel during his spell at the Club, which was blighted by injury, and is wished well for the future.

Peel First Team Manager Rick Holden has received his certificates for successfully completing the F. A. B Coaching Award (EUFA B Diploma), and is congratulated by all at the Club.

Training promises to be interesting at the very least next season!