Last season Buxted II narrowly avoided relegation, whilst Lingfield our opponents on a sunny afternoon at the Rec, were unfortunate to miss out on promotion on goal difference.  However, the visitors must have left the ground a rather chastened side, escaping what might have been a drubbing following a host of scoring opportunities squandered by Buxted.

The second half in particular was very much one way traffic, with Clive White mostly untested over the 90 minutes. Some credit must be given to dogged defending on the part of the Lingfield Xi, with special mention to Keeper Andrews who pulled off a leaping save from an excellent long range strike on goal by Ricky Parish.

Buxted really deserved a better result, playing some good passing football and creating so many chances.  the whole squad contributed effectively, Noodles, Brian Gow and James Bonella all returning from injury were outstanding, and Mark Lewis on his league debut slotted into midfield well.  One effort bundled in by Ricky Parish was disallowed, and what seemed from the touchline to be a penalty was turned down, following consultation with the linesman.

Some disappointment over the result perhaps, but a very encouraging start to the season.  Man of the match was James Bonella.  Also many thanks to the excellent support received from the 1st team players who stayed to watch.

One Lngfield player was taken to Hospital with a badly damaged arm and the Buxted squad wish him well.