U8 Jaguars v Bursledon Atoms

The Jaguars, who were back to a full squad this week, let in 3 goals in the first quarter. However, after the interval regrouped, the boys picked their heads up and did not concede for the rest of the game. Their positioning and marking improved making it so much harder for the Atoms to get through. Ultimately, the Jaguars were so close to getting the equaliser with several chances as the game went on. Well done to:- Walter and Samuel who made some crucial tackles to stop the Atoms’ attack; Harry who made some good runs with the ball and was unlucky not to score; Freddie who also got himself into good positions and was also unlucky not to hit the back of the net; Archie who also had some lovely runs with the ball and a couple of striking chances as well as being solid in defence; Cooper who made some good runs and stepped in to go in goal in the final quarter; Joseph who kept a clean sheet when in goal and made some good tackles when in defence.

Also, a big well done to Lucas whose work output and energy was outstanding, he scored both goals to get the Jaguars back in the game. Well done to him for being today’s Man of the Match.

U8 Wolves v Sarisbury

Forget Salisbury, on to Sarisbury!

Jasper made it back from consoling Jordan Pickford at Goodison Park in time to show his idol how it's done making some excellent saves throughout. He's had a tough start to competitive football but he is showing his class between the sticks.

Shay also returned to settle into the heart of defense and looked strong in that position, but also moved forward well when needed.

Fyfe and Ollie together provided high octane, fast and threatening football; Fyfe's audacious effort for inside our half was worth the ticket price alone. Jacob did his job as defensive stopper and played well in a little cameo for him further up. He repeatedly recovered the ball for Jack and Louie who worked tirelessly up and down the pitch, both having excellent games. Vinnie pressed from the front and carried the ball aggressively and creating several good chances and deserved better luck today.

We matched Sarisbury all over the pitch in the first half and played some great passing football at times but were unfortunate to concede and go in down at halftime.

The Wolves have become renowned for their mental strength and determination right up to the whistle and a shot from Ollie was blocked by a hand and he buried his penalty confidently, giving us hope. Sarisbury however took another chance and they grew from there and took their chances. The Wolves gave everything and it really came down to finishing today, if a couple of our shots creep in the result is totally different. Shay and Vinnie took home the Players of the Match with determined and skilful displays. Life in the top leagues was never going to be easy but we'll go again next week! 💜🐺

U9 Eagles v Bursledon Blizzards

The boys started strong and Albert made it even better by scoring in the first quarter. Julius was a dynamo on the pitch with some great passes including some assists. Billy was so close to scoring several goals but was denied by some good goalkeeping from the other side.

Yet again some excellent defending from Wali, Jenson and Quinn, as always, steady at the back - a very important input and they denied several shots from the other side.

James had some amazing footwork and scored a well-deserved hat trick.

Bursledon came back with a solid 2 goals and there was some excellent ball control from both sides shown on the pitch throughout the game. Kian was a force on the field and Freddie made several brilliant attempts on target, which would have been some cracking goals if not denied at the last moments. Harry made some absolute blinding saves and ensured a victory for the Eagles !!!

Special mentions for Julius who won man of the match and Albert who was player of the month. Up the purps !

U9 Panthers v AFC Whiteley Youth

A well fought match for the Panthers today. The opposition were strong and physical, not giving our team much time on the ball. Fraser made lots of saves while Vinnie used his long throw ins to push up the pitch.

Freddie had a great game and started off the scoring for our side, alongside goals from Manny, Luca and 2 for Oscar, one a nifty back heel! Cooper bossed the midfield, creating chances and two great assists. Man of the match this week was Luca!

U10 Hurricanes v Bursledon Stars (Friendly)

First loss today after 3 league wins… but very, very positive from the players.

We had 2 players missing, which left us with only 8 players, the players worked tirelessly against, a very good, strong and organised Bursledon Stars in a friendly (who are 2 leagues above us). All in all, we played very well and competed against a team 2 leagues higher, very proud of the boys’ performance!

U12 Royals v Warsash

The U12 Royals started their cup run how they finished last season (winning the cup!) with a fantastic 5-4 win against Warsash. The opposition took a shock early lead less than 30 seconds into the game, but we kept our heads and got one back very quickly. From there, we grabbed another 2 goals to comfortably put us 3-1 up, until we made a few subs and disrupted our flow, giving Warsash too long on the ball and giving them a couple of goals. We went into the break at 3-3 thinking we should’ve had a few goals more to cushion.

Nevertheless, we got our brains back into gear for the second half and fought our way to a 4th goal putting us back in front 10 minutes before full time. A small mishap with the referee’s stopwatch saw the ref blow the whistle 5 minutes early - which was quickly rectified. The next 5 minutes were very intense, with Taylor giving us a 5th goal (his 4th of the day) to give us the cushion until Warsash clawed one back and they really wanted another one in the dying seconds of the game. Thankfully we kept our heads high, defended well and into the next round of the cup we go 💪

U12 Wolves v Hythe & Dibden Earthquakes (home) Tyro div 7

Wolves moved to top spot in div 7 today after a comfortable win against the Earthquakes.

They started confidently and were 5-0 up after 25 minutes. Jude scored direct from a free kick, Frankie saw a cross-shot drift into the net, Jude showed bravery for his second following an excellent corner from Dash, Talal was in a great position to turn in a Frankie cross, and Adam got his first of the season moving onto a through pass from Evan.

Today then became about the players who are pushing hard for a regular starting place. Alfie didn't put a foot wrong at centre back, partnered by Harry making his 4th appearance including during pre-season and we are yet to concede a goal from open play while he has been on the pitch. Evan also showed his value as a left midfielder with one assist and a terrific free kick from 25 yards that hit the post.

But the game was won by good performances in midfield from the hard working Ahmed and Wolf of the Week Rayane who had returned to his very best.

Then a consolation goal from an Earthquakes free kick was almost kept out by the high diving Dominik.

U12 Spitfires v Hamble

Stoneham Spitfires U12s managed to grind out a draw today against Hamble, despite a below par performance. The boys were out battled in the first half, going down 1-0 early on. The equaliser came soon after with a goal from Freddie. Hamble then went ahead again, before Freddie scored his second to make it 2-2 at half time. The Spitfires were brighter in the second half, applying more pressure. Hamble had looked to secure all three points with a free kick late on in the game, but Ethan grabbed a deserved equaliser in the final seconds to make it 3-3. Man of the match went to Adam for his defensive display on both flanks.

U14 Spitfires v Littleton Lokomotiv

The boys had a home time against a very well organised Littleton side in which the 1st half was very even with chances for both teams. The deadlock was broken when a Littleton corner was put away by their unmarked striker from 6 yards out. This was the only goal of a close 1st half.

2nd half could not have started any worse as straight from kick off we were 2 nil down. In past seasons the boys would have dropped their heads but in fact today it was the opposite, they upped their game and were back in the game after a through ball from Harley Marjason sent Ethan Cripps clear and attempted to take it round the keeper who got a hand to it only to land at the feet of Charlie Gray to poke home.

The equaliser followed when Ethan Cripps cut inside 2 defenders just inside the box to slot home.

Goal of the game was from George Polkinghorne who controlled the ball about 25 yards from goal and then hit a looping shot over their keeper to put the boys deservedly ahead.

The domination continued and another superb through ball this time by Seth Price sent Ethan Cripps clear who cooling slotted home.

Our 5th & final goal came from another great defence splitting pass sending Harry Halligan clear to slot home completing the excellent come back.

A superb performance by the whole team today. Player of the match went to 2 players today, 1st was Will Lakin who was faultless and was asked to play multiple positions and done this so well. 2nd player of the match went to Matthew James who had his best game in the purple shirt who was solid in defence and calm when on the ball.

Excellent performance Spitfires. 👏🏻👏🏻💜

U14 Panthers v. St Francis

Under 14 Panthers continued our good start to the season with a solid performance at home this morning against St Francis.

It was a scrappy start to the game played at a high tempo but once we settled down and started playing our football, getting the ball down and passing we took control of the game.

Joe Taylor with 2 and a single from Sam White saw us home to a 3 nil win.

The defence played well expertly marshalled by Ethan and when called upon Ryan was as dependable as ever in goal.

Another good performance all round and man of the match went to Ethan Hall.

Well played Panthers. Let's keep this momentum going!