Cheer on the Crystal Girls' captain in the London Marathon
You can help out by donating here on Bronia's just giving page - don't forget to check the Gift Aid box! Every year more than 800 people in the UK and Ireland are paralysed following an injury to their spinal cord. Spinal Research raises money to fund research into clinical treatments as well as vital basic science research. Thanks to such pioneering research, paralysis can now be treated and we stand on the brink of applying therapies that will restore movement and feeling and transform the lives of paralysed people. Bronia said: "I'm hoping to raise around £2500 - £1700 of which will be going to Spinal Research which will help progress their work. The rest and anymore will go to Jay to help pay for care or anything else he needs." "I met Jay in December 2010 when we were doing Panto together in High Wycombe. He was part of the Pirates called the Acromaniacs that do a fantastic gymnastic and stunt displays on stage during the show. Not only that, Jay was looking to get onto the stunt register and begin a very promising career in the industry. He was a fantastic gymnast and was constantly training before and in between shows to perfect his somersaults and flips. "After the season finished he landed his 2nd professional job at Legoland and was really excited to be doing the stunt show. All was going well but when they were rehearsing one day and a trick went wrong. He broke his neck and damaged his spinal cord and was air lifted to hospital where he stayed for a good few months before being moved nearer to home. "I went to see him, and I have to say to see a friend not even be able to itch his nose is distressing. He is now having physio and is moving into his own bungalow with 24 hour care. He is so positive about everything, even though he's the one in the wheel chair that he has to move with a special controller which he operates with his mouth. It really makes you put things into perspective! "His family and friends have a saying for him: All Day Everyday Pray For Jay. " Bronia has been training vigorously since December for the 26.2 mile run and hopes to be ready for the marathon which will take place on the 22nd of April. "Training is going well. I have days where I find some runs tough but I keep Jay in mind all the time and just think 'He can't do this, so come on Bron get on with it!'. I'm at 8 miles at the moment hoping to get to 10 by the end of the week. I have new running trainers to break in to so that should be fun! I'm probably a little behind with training but once I put my mind to something there's usually no stopping me!" FYP would like to wish Bronia all the best in her fundraising endeavours and we urge you all to give as much as you can. You can help out by donating here on Bronia's just giving page - don't forget to check the Gift Aid box! Comment below to show your support! |
Crystal Girls captain Bronia Gosling is running the London Marathon to raise money for Spinal Research and her friend Jay Young who suffered a broken neck and spinal injuries after an unfortunate accident which left him paralysed from the neck down.
FYP Podcast Extra: Kits and bits that didn't make the cut
Consider this a Pod 43 A with some content that didn't make the last cut. In it, the pod team talk about the voting for the new Palace badge, as well as talking kits (it's nearly that time of the season again) and discuss the EPPP, which is in the news again as the powers that be at UEFA decide to get involved. As before, Eagles chairman Steve Parish joins us to add his thoughts on the matters from the boardroom at SE25 as the boys cover all the issues that they missed while away for the last six weeks. You can stream the pod live here. Don't forget to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or tweet your comments to us for the next pod. And if you missed the last podcast it is right here! Palace 4 Watford 0 - Martin nets twice in first win of 2012
A second goal in a week from Wilfried Zaha started the route, while KG rounded it off with the fourth. Watford started the game with the majority of the possession but looked about as dangerous going forward as a drunken Calvin Andrew (We love you really, Calv!). But the Eagles soon found their way into the game and on the 22 minute mark Zaha netted Palace's first of the afternoon. Jermaine Easter found himself out wide to the right and a low, and dangerous cross into the box found it's way to Wilf at the far post. Having found confidence in front of goal after his spectacular effort against Bristol City, the youngster struck from close range straight into the arms of the visiting 'keeper. But when it's going your way, it's going your way and a fumble from Scott Loach saw the ball trickle into the net. The goal seemed to animate Palace and the home side upped their game from then on. The first half continued in much the same way, with the visitors trying and failing to penetrate a steadfast Palace defence and the attacking Palace players breaking with gusto and looking very dangerous going forward. Seven minutes before the break the on loan Martin doubled the lead - heading home Ambrose's deep cross - shortly after Watford had their best chance of the game - Craig Forsyth forcing Julian Speroni into a diving punch after a long range shot changed direction at the last second shortly beforehand. After the break Palace continued to dominate, seemingly shrugging off the 'we can only play for 45 minutes' tag that some pundits and commentators have pegged on the Red and Blue army in recent times. Martin again netted, losing his marker with ease before sending the 'keeper the wrong way and prodding home for his second and the Eagles' third after Easter's neat flick. Darren Ambrose provided the assist through a set piece, with the Eagles former 20-goal talisman proving he still has it. KG, who had been fairly quiet until that point, put the game to bed after converted an Ambrose corner - in slightly scrappy style - to give Palace a four goal advantage with just under 20 minutes to play. Three changes were made late in the game with Glenn Murray, Sean Scannell and Owen Garvan replacing Martin, Zaha and Mile Jedinak respectively. Scannell gave a storming substitute performance and probably deserved a goal of his own for his efforts in the last quarter of an hour. Murray came on, but failed to adapt to the pace of the game quickly enough and was disappointing. Garvan could've made it five after receiving the ball on the edge of the area late in the game. The Irish midfielder scuffed his shot after the ball ran across his body and he was forced to take the shot on with his weaker right foot. Lots of positives can be taken from this game, not least the confidence instilled in the squad after having given an on-form team a fair drubbing. Dangerous balls into the box seemed to be the difference at Selhurst this weekend, and we're in for an exciting end to the season if the lads can keep that up. After the match, speaking to the Official Palace Site, Dougie Freedman affirmed the result was nothing less than we deserved. "We've been performing fantastically well over the last three or four games and our performances have merited wins. It's pleasing to get what you deserve and we certainly got what we deserved today," said the Doog. "Darren Ambrose's set-pieces give a fantastic delivery but I thought the movement was good as well. Throughout the game we played well, I think Watford gave it everything they've got and we had to defend very well at times and play as a unit, which we did. I felt there were parts of that game where we were outstanding in terms of our attacking display. When we attack like that we can certainly open up most defences in this division. "We've drawn the last three matches, we refuse to get beat and our performances at Middlesbrough and Bristol City merited three points. So it's a case of sticking to what we've been doing. It was pleasing to see that the players didn't have any negative, it was pleasing to see that they keep sticking to what they do best. The wins will come and I believe that myself. "Dean Moxey could have played today, he was fit but he's come down with sickness. He felt unwell last night but he was definitely in my plans for today's game." Palace XI: Speroni; Clyne, McCarthy, Gardner, Parr; Jedinak (Garvan), KG; Ambrose, Martin (Murray), Zaha (Scannell); Easter. FYP MOTM: Chris Martin What did you think of the game? Four goals eh? Let us know! Comment below... FYP Preview: Palace v WatfordTeam News
Palace Midweek the Eagles managed to throw away a two goal lead (as was pessimistically predicted in last Tuesday's preview) and add to the long streak of bad luck we've managed to accrue in recent seasons down at Ashton Gate. We never really expected anything less did we? The good news is that we produced a fine display for vast swathes of the game and again Wilfried Zaha was on top form to lead the attack as a creative outlet cutting in from out wide. Hopefully this is something we can build on as we edge towards the tail end of the season. Watford currently sit one place behind Palace on goal difference with the same points total (40). This should definitely be one to win, the good news being we still have a game in hand over a few reachable teams sitting in the places above us. There is some good news on the injury front as it's looking very likely that Dean Moxey could return to shore up the left flank, but the bad news is that Mr. Reliable, David Wright, is still unlikely to feature after being missing for some time. Sean Scannell could return after missing out on Tuesday's trip. Lee Hills and Joniesta are continuing to do well and will soon be returning to full training. The later's reappearance something that can't come soon enough for the vast majority of Eagles fans. Watford Watford manager Sean Dyke has named the same starting XI in four consecutive games and it's expected he'll continue with the same policy. Watford starting XI from last four games: Loach; Hodson, Mariappa, Doyley, Nosworthy; Eustace, Kacaniklic, Murray, Hogg; Iwelumo, Garner. Troy Deeney is expected to return after missing the midweek game through injury, whilst Lloyd Doyley is available after successfully appealing a red card he picked up against Leicester City. Key Players
Stats and Match FactsProvided by PalaceStats Watford drew their last away game last weekend at Nottingham Forest which ended 1-1. Crystal Palace are unbeaten in 5 league games against Watford. Crystal Palace have won 4 games and drawn 1 against Watford since losing against them in February 2009. In the last 2 victories at home against Watford, Crystal Palace scored 3 in each of those games. PredictionI've been a little sceptical about recent results, but I genuinely think we're going to win this one. Watford have won three in the league in 2012, and yes we've failed to take all three points from a single Championship game this year. The thing about form is it rarely lasts forever and Palace are long overdue a win, and a big margin win. Most of us thought that perhaps our wait was over after going two up against Bristol, but that was simply never meant to be. This time I think we'll once again manage to score more than one goal, but this time we'll come away with the spoils... Palace 2-0 WatfordWhat do you think the score will be? Likely Line-ups? Let us know! Comments below...
FYP Podcast: The pod returns! (featuring Steve Parish!)
There is plenty to chew over with more than six weeks since the last pod action, where Palace crashed out of the League Cup at the semi-final stage, fought off suitors for Wilf Zaha and Nate Clyne in the transfer window, and have gone on a frustrating run in 2012 that has failed to see a win. The pod comes just days after the 2-2 draw at Ashton Gate and the boys discuss the lack of goals, and what can be done. The also talk about Wilf's call up to the England Under 21 set up and policing issues at Selhurst, magnified by the erection (fnar fnar) of the 8ft steel wall during the Brighton game to separate fans. Meanwhile, they are interjected by snippets from FYP's exclusive chat with Eagles chairman Steve Parish, who adds views to each of the issues above, with a perspective from inside the boardroom. It's a bumper pod, and longer than usual, but that's only because there was so much to talk about! And there is even more, but that will have to wait until the FYP Pod extraaa episode which will be available on Monday. You can stream the pod live here. Don't forget to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or tweet your comments to us for the next pod |
Aaaaand we're back already! Yep, the FYP pod team had so much to talk about last week that we have uploaded an EXTRAAAAA podcast with some of the chat that was squeezed out of the last pod.
Twice-scoring Chris Martin put Palace on the way to a fantastic 4-0 win against Watford at Selhurst Park today.
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