Posted by Allen Cooper on Monday 21st September 2009

BARNSLEY Supporters FC maintained their unbeaten start to the season as three goals in each half earned a comfortable win over Buxton at Honeywell Sports Centre.

Three second half goals ensured that Barnsley eased to their first win of the season after a spirited resistance from Wanderers had threatened to cause an upset.

TWO goals inside the last eight minutes rescued Barnsley from defeat in their opening match of the season in Derbyshire as Sam Owen hit a stunning hat-trick.

Barnsley Supporters FC captain Jon Harper twice led an England fight back against rivals Scotland to ensure that the Three Lions retained the IFA International honours following last year's victory.

Allen Cooper, manager of Barnsley's Supporters Football team, has landed the prestigious role of England Supporters Assistant Manager after impressing in his time with the Reds.

Barnsley knew that whoever they drew in the WorldNet Cup would be tough. After making it through to the main event three times previously, they had fallen at the first hurdle each time.

Barnsley Supporters FC finally bowed out of the prestigious WorldNet tournament at the Quarter Final stage after their best ever performance in the annual 64 team event.

Simon Newey was on the scoresheet again as Barnsley got past Hull on penalties.