Match Report: Injuries compound Dolphins to defeat
A limp Poole performance was heavily impacted by injuries to Tony Lee and Will Spetch, with Beaconsfield winning 2-1.
Match Report: Youthful Poole survive two Sherborne scares to advance
Poole Town reached the semi-finals of the Dorset Senior Cup by beating Sherborne Town 4-3.
Match Report: Dolphins exact revenge in eight goal thriller
Poole Town outgunned lowly Kings Langley in a contest where attackers dominated and defenders were left in their wake all afternoon, wiping away any memories of the Dolphins’ shock defeat to Kings Langley earlier in the season.
Match Report: Even match ends in draw with Taunton
Poole Town showed hallmarks of their early season form as they battled to a draw with fellow promotion hopefuls Taunton Town.
Transfer News: Return of Dolphins legend Steve Devlin
Poole Town have signed fan favourite Steve Devlin, with the Irish midfielder joining from Wessex Premier Hamworthy United.
Match Report: Stalemate at Tatnam in nothing game
Poole Town failed to win at home for the fourth game in a row as they were were held by Chesham United in what was in all truths a boring afternoon.
Interview: Reasons to remain positive claims Killick
Poole Town boss Tom Killick feels that there is plenty to be positive about as Poole continue their Southern League campaign tonight away at Yate, but also realises that his side need to improve quickly if things are to stay that way.
Interview: Killick forced to return to the transfer market after Fletcher injury
Poole Town are looking to draft in another striker after youngster Will Fletcher suffered an injury whilst working, potentially missing the next three months.
In Review: October
With the dust now long settled on the month of October, we take a look back at yet another month that started somewhat brightly before ending frustration for the Dolphins.
Interview: ‘Insipid’ a good word to describe Poole according to Killick
Tom Killick was left demanding more from his players after they failed to show ‘real desperation’ in their 3-0 defeat to lowly Weston-super-Mare.
Opinion: Not quite doom and gloom for Poole but time to stand up and be counted
Defeat to Weston-super-Mare followed a recent trend of performances at the Black Gold that has gone beyond a blip and grown into concern.
Match Report: Spineless Poole thumped again at home
Poole Town crashed to a third defeat in a row at home after another damp display hampered by controversial referee decisions, but again showed little heart or desire to mount a comeback.
Transfer News: Jez Bedford joins Wimborne in amicable departure
Dolphins centurion Jez Bedford has tonight left for Dorset rivals Wimborne Town, in a move for more game time.
Match Report: Penalty glee for Tony Lee and Poole
Poole Town put a halt to their slump with a convincing win away at Walton Casuals, with Tony Lee converting a hat-trick of penalties.
Transfer News: Poole continue transfer activity with Chipangura and Scott signings
Poole Town have further strengthened their squad with the addition of Addwell Chipangura and Tommy Scott.
Transfer News: Southampton youngster Teddy Davey joins the Dolphins on loan
Poole Town have drafted in young midfielder Teddy Davey into the side from Premier League side Southampton.
Match Report: Threadbare Dolphins slump to Trophy defeat
Poole Town again failed to stir from their current rut in form after falling to defeat at the hands of Southern League South & West side Frome Town, going out of the FA Trophy at the first attempt.
Interview: Poole won’t take FA Trophy lightly
Tom Killick is preparing his charges for a tough fixture in the FA Trophy – a competition he prioritises alongside the League and FA Cup.
Interview: Poole ‘need to learn quickly’ in ‘unforgiving league’ according to Captain Whisken
Dolphins stalwart Jamie Whisken has called on his teammates to learn quickly after back-to-back 4-1 defeats riddled with errors and poor defending.
Interview: Killick believes Dorch hiring Howes an ‘Excellent appointment’
Tom Killick labelled the appointment of his former player Glenn Howes at Dorchester as ‘well deserved.’
Interview: Killick focusing on offense to stop Poole’s rut
Tom Killick will look to improve Poole’s attack and lack of generating chances in a bid to correct his side’s sudden slump in form.
Interview: “We’ve got enough to finish in the playoffs” – Killick
Poole manager Tom Killick is still backing his side to finish in the top five of the Southern League Premier South after two heavy losses at home.
Match Report: Lacklustre Poole thumped in flat performance
Poole Town looked a shadow of their selves as Truro cruised to a 4-1 victory, with Dolphins offering little in resistance.
Interview: Poole out to right a few wrongs
Poole Town will look to use a’ feeling of injustice’ when they host Truro City in the Southern League Premier South tonight, with Dolphins still reeling after losing 4-1 to Hayes & Yeading on Saturday.
Interview: “He feels Poole is where he wants to be” – Burbidge going nowhere according to Killick
Fan favourite Luke Burbidge will continue to light up the pitch for Poole Town after his manager confirmed his player’s intention to commit to the club.
Interview: Versatile Dec happy to repay manager’s trust
Interview: Versatile Dec happy to repay manager’s trust Declan Rose has been ever-present this campaign – in part due to his strong performances across the back four.
Opinion: Saturday one of those days for Poole – but they can’t afford too many more
Defeat against Hayes is not the end of the world for Poole – but they can’t afford to lose many more games this season.
Match Report: Clinical Hayes end up on top after game of controversy
Poole Town will be left wondering how they managed to concede four in a game they had control of for large periods.
Interview: ‘Important’ for Poole to keep within touching distance of Hayes and Farnborough
Boss Tom Killick understands the task ahead of his charges as they welcome unbeaten Hayes & Yeading to the Black Gold this afternoon, with Poole’s manager keen to keep Hayes within striking distance in the league table.
Preview: Hayes & Yeading (H)
Poole Town welcome unbeaten Hayes & Yeading to the Black Gold this weekend in what is undoubtably Dolphins’ toughest test of the season so far.
Interview: ‘He can take off all his clothes and run around the place naked’ – Killick not fussed by Lee’s excessive celebrations
If there was any doubt whether Lee is totally committed to the Dolphins despite higher level clubs circling Step Three’s top goalscorer, they should be removed when watching the passion and intensity Lee celebrates every goal with.
Interview: Burbidge deciding his future says Killick
Tom Killick was upfront and frank when discussing Luke Burbidge’s midweek absence, revealling that the stalwart winger was weighing up his options.
Interview: Killick impressed by young Merthyr
Poole Town boss Tom Killick was full of praise for Southern League Premier South strugglers Merthyr, with the Martyrs pushing Poole all the way despite an eventual 3-0 win for the Dolphins.
Match Report: Dolphins see off battling Martyrs in wet Wales
A professional Poole performance was enough to see of a resolute yet weakened Merthyr meaning Dolphins enjoyed their international trip coming back over the Severn with three goals and three points.
Interview: Praise for patient Fletcher from Killick
Poole Town boss Tom Killick lauded youngster Will Fletcher for both his performance and patience as the striker again came off the bench to help Dolphins to another three points.
Interview: ‘We’ve got ambitions’ – hotshot Lee focusing on promotion with Poole
Despite endless speculation on social media, Tony Lee is focusing on helping Poole in their bid for promotion.
Interview: Funnell, Austin, Benassouda – hard to compare Lee with past legends according to Killick
There have been some talented strikers to represent Poole – but Killick believes Lee is a different type of striker to Poole’s legends of the past.
Match Report: Lee again the hero as Poole overcome frustration
Dolphins had Tony Lee to thank again after the striker continued his mesmerising form with another late winner.
Interview: Killick keen to continue good form against Hendon
Manager Tom Killick is expecting another tough game when his charges host Hendon today, but Poole’s boss is confident after a strong run of results for the Dolphins.
Interview: Informal interest in Tony Lee but Killick confident on keeping main man
Tony Lee’s 15 goals from 13 games is attracting attention from National South clubs – but despite informal enquiries, manager Tom Killick is calm when discussing his star striker’s future.
Interview: Racking up the points key in unpredicatable league according to Killick
Poole Town’s current focus is plugging away in search of more points as manager Tom Killick admitted that this year’s Southern League Premier South will be Poole’s hardest campaign in years.
Interview: ‘Just give him the ball’ – Killick believes in Genesini’s talent
Tom Killick has continued his praise of loanee Brooklyn Genesini after the AFC Bournemouth youngster continued his strong start in Poole colours.
Match Report: Poole youngsters first to beat Terras
Poole Town’s Under 23s managed to halt their counterparts from Weymouth’s unbeaten streak, boosting their own title chances in the process.
Interview: ‘I’ve always enjoyed going to Frome’ – Killick looking forward to FA Trophy trip
Poole will do battle with old foes Frome Town in the FA Trophy at the end of the month, with manager Tom Killick wary of the threat the Southern League Division One side pose.
Interview: Poole exactly what I need right now says Bartlett
Dolphins midfielder Dan Bartlett believes his first experience of men’s football can only be a good thing, as the former Southampton and Coventry player goes from strength-to-strength in his debut senior season.
Interview: Rutter ‘deserves an awful lot of credit’ according to Killick
Poole Town boss Tom Killick lavished stand-in goalkeeper Alex Rutter with praise after the teenager marked his senior debut with a cleansheet.
FA Trophy: Poole drawn away to Frome Town in 3rd Qualifying Round
Poole Town will play Frome Town in the Buildbase FA Trophy 3rd Qualifying Round. The tie is due to be played at the Robins’ Nest on Saturday 30th October.
Match Report: Poole leave it late as Lee snatches the points
Tony Lee’s goal at the death saw Poole edge past playoff chasers Swindon Supermarine in an extremely tight game.
Preview – Swindon Supermarine (A)
Poole Town travel to fellow playoff chasers Swindon Supermarine today with the memory of Dolphins’ 5-0 thrashing fresh in the memory – but no one associated with either club will expect a repeat.
Long Read: ‘Poole has given me a lot of happiness’ – Killick talks about his managerial career
Tommy candidly speaks about his managerial career, biggest regret and long term future.
Interview: ‘We’ll have to see’ – expectations prevent Killick from taking chance on youth
A few weeks ago Tom Killick was stressing about the size of his threadbare squad, with injuries and suspensions leaving Poole with very few options in terms of depth. Fast forward to now, and Killick is a lot more confident – after witnessing the performances of the younger players at his disposal first hand.
Interview: Killick’s ‘Soft spot’ for Dorset Senior Cup despite Weymouth and Dorchester opting out
The Dorset Senior Cup has been reduced to just nine sides after Ridgeway duo Dorchester Town and Weymouth were revealed to not be taking part in this year’s edition.
Transfer News: Poole add goalkeeper Alex Rutter to squad
Poole Town have a new signing – drafting in former Swansea and Southampton youth goalkeeper Alex Rutter due to the absence of Mark Childs.
Interview: Getting Poole Town back to the National South my only focus says Killick after Dorchester rumours
Poole Town boss Tom Killick is going nowhere, confirming his loyalty to the Dolphins by getting ahead of the internet hype machine.
Interview: Kieran Burnett ‘Proud’ of youngsters after first-team debuts
Kieran Burnett detailed his pride in seeing numerous members of his U23 side make the step up to Poole’s first team on Tuesday night.
Interview: New stadium not my concern says Killick
Thoughts of a new stadium are far from the mind of Poole boss Tom Killick, who says he can only concentrate on things he can control – like performances on the pitch.
Dorset Senior Cup: Poole receive first round bye; drawn away to Sherborne in Quarter-final
Poole Town now know the opponents for their foray into their fourth cup campaign of the season, after being drawn away to Sherborne in the Quarter-Finals of the Dorset Senior Cup.
Match Report: Chaotic evening at the Black Gold as Poole Town U23s win on penalties
A somewhat bizarre evening down Tatnam saw a proposed Hampshire Combination & Development Challenge Cup match turn into a glorified friendly – with confusion whether the result will stand.
Interview: Killick ‘proud’ of youngsters despite ‘big disappointment’
Tom Killick lead the praises for his young guns after they almost came out on top at the New Cuthbury against rivals Wimborne Town in the Southern League Cup.
Match Report: Youthful Dolphins shot down on penalties
Poole Town almost gifted their Dorset rivals a first win in their new home with a lacklustre performance compounded by mistakes, before eventually losing on penalties.