WEEKEND ROUND UP:SUN SEPT 24

U8 Jaguars v Baddesley Park Knights

In much improved conditions from last week, the Jaguars were well-matched straight away. Walter, in goal, had a few saves to make in the first quarter. Archie, strong in defence, went on a few runs and linked with Freddie who just missed with his shot. The Jaguars conceded soon after with some nice passing from the opposition, but got straight back into the game when they earned a corner resulting in a goal from Cooper. Samuel was also having a cracker at the back making some key tackles. Freddie got another shot on goal but ended up colliding with the keeper.

In the second quarter, Freddie took his place in goal and again, some precise finishing from the opposition resulted a couple more goals. The Jaguars did get some great opportunities driving forward with Lucas and Samuel combining well. Samuel had two shots in quick succession – one narrowly missing the post.

Joseph was in goal in the third quarter making multiple crucial stops from the unrelenting attack. He was unlucky to let a goal in after an initial save fell into the path of the oncoming forward. Cooper and Lucas were again making intricate runs and putting the opposition defence under pressure. Freddie, too, was in on the action making a great run but shooting just wide.

For the last quarter, Cooper was in goal. He was called upon early on to make a save, but Baddesley Park were able to add a couple more goals to their tally. Towards the end, the Jags won a corner and it looked certain that they would get their second goal, but it bounced off the post and the opposition were able to get it away. The Jaguars conceded a penalty in the closing moments which was converted.

Man of the Match was Freddie.

Not the result they would have liked, but they go again next week!

U8 Wolves v Salisbury

After a high scoring draw in the midweek friendly vs Littleton, the Wolves made their first trip out to Ganger Farm for a clash against Salisbury.
We expected a tough game but Salisbury hit us hard and fast and before we knew it the result was already gone.

With 20 minutes on the clock we had 7 players on the pitch and a chance react to a different challenge - keeping the score down.
With a 2-3-1 shape we battled and gained a foothold into the game. Jacob and Louie worked as a pair with Harry fighting for every ball in front. A combination of Jack, Fyfe, Vinnie and Ollie pushed Salisbury back and we managed to carve out chances. The Salisbury keeper pulled off some good stops and all the forwards had opportunities. It was Ollie that took his and he'll be very happy with his hattrick.

Jasper had a busy afternoon in goal and never let his head drop, even after taking a knock, requiring Harry to step in between the sticks. Jasper's bravery made a massive difference to the scoreline as did the countless tackles Jacob put in in defence and those two earned the Players of the Match awards.

A difficult game for the Wolves but we showed amazing mental strength, team spirit and resilience to stay in the game. Credit to Salisbury, they were a cut above but we'll be back next week for another challenge 💜🐺

U8 Tigers

An end-to-end thriller for the parents today as we come out victorious in a very tight game against a talented Hiltingbury team.

A slow start from the lads saw us go behind but as the game progressed the lads grew in confidence and played some great football eventually taking control and going on to get the deserved win. Another fantastic team display.

MOTM: Brooklyn Helm, box to box, grabbed the game by the scruff of the neck… scored a brace and an assist Foden would be proud of.

U8 Panthers

Well done everyone today.
That was a tough match against a very good AFC Totton Youth side. It was a very physical game and played in good spirit. Those are the games I love watching us play. Still need to get our head up and pass, but that will come.
Man of the match went to Seth. His energy and work rate was excellent today. Well done Seth. Special mention to Evan and Henry with 2 magical moments each and Matthew adding another.

U9 Wolves v U9 Panthers

The Panthers played a great opposition today who closed them down and didn’t give them much time on the ball.
Fraser made impressive saves as always including a penalty, Vinnie bossed the defence with Billy, Freddie and Cooper controlling midfield with lots of possession through to Manny and Oscar pressing upfront.
Goals came from Billy, 2 for Manny and hat trick hero Oscar!
Man of the match this week was Manny.

U9 Eagles

Hosted Hedge End Falcons today where both teams started strong. The game was an absolute blinder with lots of goals and excitement.
Eagles showed some excellent defending with brilliant foot work particularly from Kian and James. We scored first with Albert rocketing the ball in the goal. The Falcons came back with another to match.
Albert scored again and then Freddie got another with James' assistance.
The last 2 quarters were a battle with Hedge End coming back into the game so the Eagles had to step up their game. The Eagles managed to come back with another from James.
Leo and Harry made some excellent saves and there was plenty of solid defending from both sides including Jenson, Quinn, Wali and Julius making crucial tackles and interceptions. Billy worked hard and nearly got a goal several times. All in all and excellent game and great football - well done U9 Eagles.
A special mention to Freddie who ran his socks off at both ends to make an unmissable contribution to an excellent team performance.

U10 Panthers

Well done today boys. We played our very own Wolves team today. It was a great team effort. Not the result we wanted but Considering we only had ONE sub and you all played nearly the whole game, you all battled so well. We knew it was going to be hard but the boys done themselves proud.
The boys were shattered at the end but didn’t give up. The additional players were the difference today.
Man of the match went to Hugo, apart from his 3 magical moments, your awareness and work rate was excellent today. Special mention to Ollie for his 60yd magical moment too!  👏

U10 Hurricanes v Hedge End Rangers Kestrels

The AFC Stoneham Hurricanes Under 10’s had a fantastic game today against a very tough organised Hedge End Rangers Kestrels. A great performance from all the players to secure a 3rd win.

Key passes were made from the back by Toby, Olivier and Callum. Some great corners from Oscar as they were taken with perfection. Alex was a machine in the centre of midfield, and didn’t stop running all game!  Said and Luca played well on the wings, taking the ball wide to get some key crosses into Frankie to bag another couple of goals. Cedric played well in goal with some superb shots being saved.

Joey earned himself player of the match and scoring the first hat-trick of the season.

Great performance by all, and we go again next week! 💜⚽️

U10 Wolves

After a slow start, we still played well in some areas of the pitch with how we moved the ball. We got on top of the opposition early in the second quarter and took the game away from them from that moment onwards! Some fantastic team work scoring at will and opening out spaces. The opposite team will be thankful for the mercenary rule!!!
Fantastic work from the Wolves in the Stoneham derby!! MOM went to ADRIANO whose work ethic and team play created plenty of chances along with bagging himself a brace.
Well Done Wolves

U12 Wolves v Warsash Wasps Green

A last minute equaliser got Wolves a well deserved point in a 3-3 top of the table clash today.  A heavy ball on long wet grass did not suit our style and we were two down after 14 minutes against a strong and well-drilled Warsash team. But from that moment on, the players tigether learnt how to adapt to their circumstance and discovered a different way of becoming successful by showing pure strength and resilience. Before half time a thumping free kick from Muhammed was only parried by the goalkeeper but Wolf of the Week Jude was there in position to smash the loose ball into the roof of the net. Jude's work rate was outstanding today and he twice made crucial tackles inside our own area to prevent a shot on goal. Adam also had a good day often moving deeper than before to collect the ball and hit the post after getting onto the end of a great cross from Dash.
More despair early in the second half as a quality Warsash cross together with pressure from the on-rushing forward resulted in an own goal.
But there was no sign of anyone giving up. Talal was always creative with his short passes but it was Ahmed who scored his second of the season to bring it back to 2-3 before Frankie almost equalised hitting a well struck penalty that was brilliantly tipped onto the crossbar before bouncing down onto the line.
But in the final minute, it was Muhammed who finally managed to find space in the box and fire home to set off the wild celebrations!

U12 Spitfires

The U12 Stoneham Spitfires won their match comfortably against Winchester Blue this morning. The boys dominated territory and possession, with goals coming from Bushy (3), Freddie (2), Ethan (2) , James (2) and Alfie L. The Spitfires battled well and created many chances, with man of the match going to captain James for his drives forward from the back and 2 goals. It was also good to see Joey return from injury.

U14 HYTHE & DIBDEN CRUSADERS 0-3 AFC STONEHAM SHARKS

Naderi (2)
Dube

MotM – Beck

PMotM - Bhadry



Three games played, three games won! Cracking start to the season.

Another fantastic team performance. A huge shout has to go out to the keeper (Whitelock) and his defence. Whitelock was injured on Friday and had a black swollen finger. Despite that, he wanted to play. As it turned out we needn’t have worried as, due to solid defending, he only made 2 saves despite keeping a clean sheet.

The work rate across the pitch and throughout the game was fantastic. We only had one sub today and by the end of the match it was obvious that lots of players were tired but despite this they worked hard until the final whistle.

Bhadry won Parents' Man of the Match for his work rate and determination, chasing down half chances and lost causes resulting in lots of turnovers. He also hit the bar and was unlucky not to get on the scoresheet.

Similarly, Beck worked his socks off and was determined to get back on the pitch after being hurt in the first half. He showed classic winger play by repeatedly getting down the wing and putting in fantastic crosses, one of which resulted in a goal.

The opening goal came from one of Crofton’s (also known as Rory Delap) huge throws that beat the keeper and the whole defence allowing Dube the easiest of tap-ins - a classic poachers goal.

The second goal came on the break with Naderi using his pace to get clear of the defence and power a shot into the back of the net.

The third goal was made by Beck on the right wing, sending in a perfect cross which Naderi was able to get on the end of for a tap in.

We welcomed Adu-Gyamfi in his debut game today, well played Adu-Gyamfi.

A big thank you to our hosts H&D Crusaders for a game played in good spirits. We wish you well for the rest of the season.