Andover Town FC remain sixth in the uhlsport Hampshire Premier League (Senior Division) following a 2–1 defeat away to Whitehill & Bordon on Saturday 3rd May.
Despite having three games in hand over most teams above them, Town were unable to close the gap on the top five in a closely fought contest at The Daly Ground. The hosts – nicknamed the Stags – took the lead in the first half and, although Andover responded with an equaliser, Whitehill & Bordon found a second goal in the latter stages to secure all three points.
Forward Oli Graham netted the winner for the home side, capping off a determined performance that moves Whitehill & Bordon up to 36 points and gives them a realistic chance of a mid-table finish.
Andover Town’s lone goal offered a glimpse of hope during the second half, but the team were ultimately left frustrated as the hosts held on in front of their supporters.
The result leaves Town sixth in the table on 49 points from 27 games. Colden Common have already sealed the league title with 68 points, while Liss Athletic hold second place after an emphatic 11–0 win over Sway.
Locks Heath, Bishops Waltham Dynamos, and Hedge End Rangers all sit ahead of Andover, although the local side’s remaining fixtures still offer the chance to climb higher in the final weeks of the season.
Rookwood-based fans will be hoping Andover Town can bounce back quickly as they look to finish the campaign on a high.
Hampshire Premier League – Senior Division
League Standings (as of 4 May 2025)
| Position | Team | Played | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colden Common | 29 | 68 |
| 2 | Liss Athletic | 29 | 60 |
| 3 | Locks Heath | 30 | 58 |
| 4 | Bishops Waltham Dynamos | 30 | 54 |
| 5 | Hedge End Rangers | 30 | 52 |
| 6 | Andover Town | 27 | 49 |