3pm 1 August 2026
Midland Football League, Division Two
Coventry Colliery 3 Central Ajax 1 (att 150)
This was a big day for Coventry Colliery. Their first game at this level, having won promotion from division three in their debut Midland Football League campaign last season, and a celebration of their centenary.
Their club badge suggests they were actually founded in 1925, but what's a few extra months when you've been around for 100 years? Sadly these days there seem to be fewer clubs likely to be so long-lasting.
Coventry Colliery are based at Hawks Mill, of Hawksmill if you prefer, on the edge of Coventry. The main pitch, which runs widthways from the entrance, is enclosed by a combination of railings, advertising boards, rope and a hedge.
Behind the goal to the left is the clubhouse, which was busy as Colliery attracted a bumper crowd to take part in the celebrations. The day was all well organised, with stewards sorting car parking, and a barbecue providing welcome food.
Central Ajax finished fifth last season, and were in no mood to allow Coventry Colliery an easy afternoon on the pitch. The hosts did score first, an own goal, but a penalty deservedly levelled the game.
Both sides had chances and the sides looked evenly matched, but just before half-time Colliery scored again to lead at the break.
There was only one goal in the second period, 10 minutes after the restart. It proved decisive, as faced with a 3-1 deficit Central Ajax wilted and rarely looked like getting back into the contest.
So a great start to life at 'step seven' for Coventry Colliery, and an excellent way to mark the club's centenary.
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