It’s not over yet

STEVE Johnson is refusing to close the door on Weymouth’s play-off hopes despite suffering another Wessex Stadium home defeat. Eastbourne Borough became the latest side to leave Radipole Lane with three points after Matt Smart’s scrambled second half effort secured a 1-0 win for the high-flying Sussex side. The defeat means the miserable Terras –…

Right, said Fred

FORMER Terras commercial manager Fred Dunford has had a new role at the Wessex Stadium this week – as manager Steve Johnson’s assistant. Dunford has been a key figure behind the scenes at Weymouth all week after winning a fundraising raffle. The prize draw saw the lucky Weymouth Cougars under 14 manager involved in training…

Win or bust

STEVE Johnson admits Weymouth’s promotion hopes rest on the outcome of tomorrow’s clash with play-off rivals Eastbourne Borough at the Wessex Stadium (3pm). “Win and we’re still very much in the push for a play-off place,” he said. “Lose and it will he time to start thinking about next season.” “It’s a massive game for…

Sutton no go upsets Johnson

STEVE Johnson admitted the post-ponement of Weymouth’s Conference South trip to Sutton United was a ‘massive blow’. The clash was called off due to a waterlogged Gander Green Lane pitch after an early morning pitch inspection. But the Terras boss, who was desperate for the game to be played, is convinced conditions would have improved…

Second chance for Wilko

SHAUN Wilkinson is to get a second chance at the Wessex Stadium, writes Matt Pitman The midfielder returns to Weymouth next week at the end of his loan period with Conference South rivals Havant and Waterlooville. Boss Steve Johnson says he is willing to take another look at the Terras outcast who was shipped out…

Stalwart Simon to be released

SIMON Browne has been told he is free to leave Weymouth. Terras boss Steve Johnson has made the stalwart defender available on a free transfer following the club’s decision to turn full-time this summer. Browne, who has been granted a testimonial at the Wessex Stadium, is now interesting Conference South rivals Dorchester Town and the…

Owner defends free transfers

MARTYN Harrison today described Lee Phillips and Steve Tully’s free transfers to Exeter City as a ‘smart bit of business’ for the Terras. The wantaway duo last night completed their moves to St James Park after agreeing personal terms with the National Conference side. Weymouth fans were stunned by the decision to allow two of…