ROYALS AT THE DOUBLE!

May 6, 2025

AFC Portchester made it a Velocity Wessex League and cup double as they beat Hamble Club 2-0 on Bank Holiday Monday.


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Gave Spurway's side avenged for last season's defeat as the two sides met in a repeat of the cup final 12 months prior, with a goal in each half from Marley Ridge and Lee Wort settling the outcome, in front of 652 at the OnSite Group Stadium.

It's the fifth occasion a Wessex League double has been completed - and we extend our congratulations to AFC Portchester on their success and promotion to Step 4 for the first time in their history.


We would also like to extend our thanks to Paul Kelly and AFC Portchester for their hospitality and co-operation in hosting our showpiece occasion once more.


AFC Portchester and Hamble Club will meet once more in the 2025/26 season curtain raiser - our Charity Cup on Saturday, July 26 - in aid of the Wessex Cancer Support. Keep an eye out on our socials for confirmation of venue, k.o time and admission details.


Photos: Robin Caddy

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