Coleman Saves Bay Best to Last
Goalkeeper Joe Coleman delivered a standout performance for Herne Bay in their 1-1 Isthmian South East draw against Faversham. His contribution earned him the man-of-the-match award, a decision that initially surprised many.
The 25-year-old justified the choice with two crucial late saves that kept Herne Bay level after Faversham equalized through a penalty in the 87th minute. His performance secured a valuable point for the team.
“Joe Coleman got man-of-the-match. That was announced in about the 89th minute and everyone was a bit like ‘Really?!’. He then proceeded to make two saves. Maybe whoever picked it, they need to do the lottery numbers!”
— Liam Friend, player-manager
Friend also praised several other players for their efforts, highlighting Zuriel Otseh-Taiwo, Dan Carrington, Harvey Brand, and Scott Heard, who all contributed solid performances in the midfield and defense.
Team Highlights
- Joe Coleman named man-of-the-match for Herne Bay.
- Two key late saves preserved a 1-1 draw against Faversham.
- Strong performances from Otseh-Taiwo, Carrington, Brand, and Heard.
Author’s Summary
Joe Coleman impressed with clutch saves securing Herne Bay’s draw, while Liam Friend’s humor and team praise underlined a strong collective effort.