Sunday Round Up- Part 1

U8 Spitfires

Spitfires came up against our very own Panthers in a good game of football played by both teams. Close game throughout but the Panthers ended stronger with some quick fire goals. Spitfires battled hard and Brody Hibberd on fire in front of goal. POM went to Adriano Philips who was solid throughout and at the centre of all our good play. Well done to not teams and congratulations to the Panthers.

U8 Jaguars

Jaguars were caught a bit off guard early on and conceded a silly goal initially. This seemed to liven them up and they began to get in to their stride.

Goals came from Sam (4),Leo (3), Avi (1) and Louis (1).

We were most proud to see the fruits of our labour from training. The boys played brilliantly as a team. The were all looking up and playing the simple pass rather than trying to over-complicate things.

There were some excellent assists as well as goals, showing that the work we have been doing on running the ball down the line and crossing it in to the middle is really paying dividends.

Leo took Player of the day for his work rate, assists and goals but all 7 boys who played today gave 100%.

Great job Jaguars!

U8 Hurricanes

Really entertaining game today against a good Millbrook team. The game was end to end with the lead changeing hands a number of times. We had some great link up play which was straight from the training ground this week. Zachary bagged a brace and Callum also converted from close range, but unfortunately it wasn't enough to win the game. Reggie was a nuisance for them in midfield and came close to scoring, but it came back off the post. Today's POM went to Reggie for his tackling, work rate and determination.

U8 Thunder

Played against a previously unbeaten opposition today.

First quarter we set off a little slow and found ourselves behind but after a bit of luck with an own goal and a cool, calm finish by Freddie the 1st quarter ended all square.

A goalless 2nd quarter meant the second half was all to play for. Eryk today showed great work rate and his tackling to break up play was immense. Two goals for them in the 3rd quarter put us on the back foot but the boys dug in and Harry scored a lovely goal to keep the game tight.

The 4th quarter was all Thunder.

Teddy slotted home to equalise and we piled on more pressure. Another disallowed goal followed towards the end meant the game ended in a draw.

A good performance by the boys who came away disappointed that they didn’t win.

U9 Panthers

U9 Panthers had a great first game in their new Red 1 division, playing out a fantastic competitive game against a great Winchester team. Both sets of players put on a great performance, highlighted by our player of the day, Tate, for a show stopping performance in goal. Jacob grabbed our goal today to cap an excellent team display. Well done Panthers

U9 Royals

Really competitive game vs Romsey Town Tigers today both sides having spells of dominance in the game. A well worked short free kick from Danny set up Henry to smash it home from the edge of the box. Aron also scored a proper strikers goal at the back post. Special mention to Archer for many 1v1 saves putting his body on the line. MOTM went to Dexter showing great skills, passing and a solid all round performance.

U10 Jaguars

Jaguars v Alresford

A really gritty performance from the Jaguars against a much improved Alresford who we played earlier in the season.

First half goals from Egit saw us take an early lead and allowed us to settle into the game.

Solid effort today from our defence and midfield along with good performances from our keepers Anders and Jacob again, giving the Jags another clean sheet.

MOM Harry

Coaches Player of the Week Jacob

U10 Wolves

As the Wolves lined up in gleaming purple, they sensed the inevitable triumph was about to happen. Surely, this day, this time!

Relief and euphoria! A final score of Wolves 8 Opponents 2. The Wolves had feasted in style!

The headlines will be about the goals, each one so well deserved, three from Oakley including one much celebrated direct from a corner, two each from the skills masters Adam and Finn and one OG. But the build-up play would often feature one-twos with Oskar P or well-timed support from Dash or Harry or even 'high-line' Alfie to create the overload.

Partnerships are being formed on the pitch and leaders are being discovered. Such things will be needed soon as we prowl yet deeper into the unknown.

Up at half-time, the instruction went out to win the second half with no room for complacency against one and briefly two extra 'mercy' opponents and the boys still delivered.

We learnt plenty about our defenders as well today. Rivers did a fine marking job, Rayane showed strength and balance whenever tackling facing his own goal, Harry was faultless in starting the match with his first ever quarter at Central Defence and Sweeper Keeper Noah made 3 excellent saves as he visibly grew in confidence.

But Wolf of the Week... for the first ever hat-trick by a Wolves player... is Oakley!

Congratulations and well done to everyone.

U10 Spitfires

A great performance today saw the U10 Spitfires come out on top against a good Winchester team. After a slow start goals from Alfie x2, Freddie x 2, Zack, Charlie and Joey sealed a 7-2 victory. Man of the match was a tough choice, but went to birthday boy Joey who made some great passes,looked confident driving forward and scored his first goal of the season. All in all it was a pleasure to watch the boys play today. Well done Spitfires.

U11 Royals

The boys played really well today and deserved the 3-2 win. The goals came from Allistair and Noah. The man of the match was Tom who made some terrific saves and kept us in the game.

U11 Knights

An early away match to Winchester City today saw an absolutely fantastic performance by the team.

Our passing and work rate was superb and some brilliant individual performances.

After being on the back foot for the opening 7/8 minutes, we then took control of the match, passing in triangles, being brave on the ball and passing to feet.

We did this and more today.

Goals from Charlie S x2, Tom, Noah, Charlie P x2.

Players of the day to Charlie S, his bravery on the ball and running at the defence was immense and 2 quality finishes.

Louis for work rate, being so strong in the middle of the park and his passing was spot on.

Great game!

Up the Knights!

U12 Panthers

U12 Panthers managed to get a late winner at home to Winsor today.

Having taken the lead in the first minute we found ourselves 4-2 down to score 3 late goals to win 5-4. The supporters enjoyed watching far more than the coaches.

Goalscorers today were Jake with 3, Zach and Sam White with a fantastic last minute goal to top it off.

Man of the match today went to Sam White who was by far our best player and topped it off with his amazing last minute winner.

Shout out to Ewan, Liam and Alfie who all played out of position today so thanks for doing us a favour

U12 Spitfires

Tough day for the U12 Spitfires against Romsey Town Cougars in a game where nothing seemed to come off and lost 4-0. Romsey’s GK made a few great saves in the game to keep us at bay. Overall both teams had numerous chances and credit to Romsey who took theirs well. We draw a line after today’s performance and come back stronger next week. POM went to Harley Marjason who battled hard throughout.

U12 SHARKS 4-1 BADDESLEY PARK CRISADERS

(HT 2-0)

Chiguvare (3)

Taheem

MotM - MacAskill

Parents MotM - Blakely

A fantastic game where the Sharks produced a dominant display showing the level that they are capable of playing at.

Chiguvare was played through by a great ball, from Hallett, beat the defence and shot from the edge of the area. His shot ricocheted off both posts and the underside of the bar before finding the back of the net.

Chiguvare then managed to out run defenders, once either side of half time, to get on the end of long balls to the slot the ball calmly into the bottom corner to complete his hat-trick.

With around ten minutes to go Taheem picked up a loose ball on the edge of the box, pivoted and smashed the ball into the bottom corner, leaving the keeper with no chance of saving.

Fantastic energy shown throughout by the Sharks today for a great team win.

Thank you Baddesley and we wish you all the best for the rest of the season.

Some great performances and well done to all of our young teams !

#upthepurps