Paine's pride as East Preston keep out free-scoring Pagham

By The Newsroom
Published 28th Mar 2018, 13:38 BST
Updated 8th Jun 2018, 03:14 BST
Frontman Daniel Huet netted in East Preston's win over Eastbourne United on Saturday. Picture by Derek MartinFrontman Daniel Huet netted in East Preston's win over Eastbourne United on Saturday. Picture by Derek Martin
Frontman Daniel Huet netted in East Preston's win over Eastbourne United on Saturday. Picture by Derek Martin
Bob Paine praised East Preston Football Club's resolute defensive display as they picked up a Southern Combination League Premier Division point at high-flying rivals Pagham last night.

EP managed to deal with all the Lions had to throw at them and earned a 0-0 draw at Nyetimber Lane.

Pagham’s potent strikeforce have caused defences across the division no end of problems this season but Paine’s backline stood firm to keep them out.

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East Preston goalkeeper Ben Purkis put in an inspired display to ensure his side came away with a point.

Paine’s side were facing a daunting trip, coming up against the SCFL Premier Division’s highest-scorers this season.

Pagham striking duo Daniel Simmonds and Callum Overton have found the net 29 and 18 times respectively in the league alone but East Preston managed to keep them quiet.

Paine felt the performance and result shows what his young squad are capable of at this level.