Wakering started their first campaign under the managership of ex Leyton Orient striker Alan Hull with a comprehensive win at last season's Essex Senior League champions.

A 14th minute long range effort from Danny Scopes gave the village visitors the lead.

Seasoned campaigner Paul Flack made it 2-0 from Darren Twidell's assist and young Dan Trenkle, set-up by Ollie Evans, grabbed the third.

Rovers used a number of members of their Championship winning Under-18 side at various stages and all performed with distinction.

Wakering visit another Foresters Senior League side, Hullbridge, tomorrow night before the Ryman League Division Two side host Third Division Aveley on Thursday.

Hullbridge continue their pre-season warm-up when Canning Town visit Lower Road on July 28 for a 3pm kick-off.

August 4 will see Potters Bar Town FC make the trip to Hullbridge from Hertfordshire.

The match against the Scholars - who lost 4-0 to Southend United in a friendly on Wednesday - commences at 3pm.

Hullbridge again face Ryman League opposition in their final game, against Second Division Tilbury at Lower Road on August 9 at 7.45pm.

Players are needed for the under-11, 12, 14 and 16 Hullbridge Sports teams who play in the Southend Junior League and the Eastern Junior Alliance.

Call Terry Scourfield on 01702 230797 if you are interested in joining.

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