A LAST minute goal from Hartley earned them a draw against Bracknell Town who play one league higher in the Southern League Premier Division.

There were few openings in the opening half with Aderi Dede going close for the Row from a free kick and Henry Poole in the Hartley goal saving well in a one on one situation with  Robins forward Jordan Esprit.

The second half saw the visitors gain a slight edge and on 56 minutes Great Evans managed to force his way through the Hartley defence to open the scoring. (0-1)

Hartley finished strongly and George Britton combined well with Sam Bartlett on 68 minutes with the latter’s shot going just wide. The Row came close again on 73 minutes when Lamar Koroma brought out a good save from the Robins goalkeeper Eacott.

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Hartley Wintney secured a draw against Bracknell Town (Image: Josie Shipman) The Row pressed towards the end and in the last minute a long accurate cross field pass from the left found Ellis Orsborn coming in from the right and the Row full backs effort found the net despite best efforts from Eacott to keep the ball out.  (1-1)

Hartley had a good number of new signings in the side and a good number impressed. In particular Henry Poole in goal, Aaron Burchett in defence and George Britton on the wing.

Hartley play their final pre-season friendly on Saturday against Tadley Calleva at home (kick-off 3pm).

It is possible two former Row favourites Craig Atkinson and Jack French will be in the Calleva team. Both played prominent parts in a successful seasons in previous times.