Monday 22 October 2018

U14s Away at Norbury

5 Weeks into the new season, and we find ourselves on our travels for the first time this year.  With a short trip to Norbury, and lots of friendships across the teams this was always going to be competitive and one both teams wanted to win, if only for bragging rights the next time they are all in school.  The game started with Stockport winning at face, and dominating with early possession, seeing a couple of shots being slightly wide or saved by the Norbury keeper.  Quick break by Norbury's number 08, and we found ourselves 1 down.  Cameron grabbed one back, with Norbury getting another before the break, leaving us 2-1 down at the end of Q1.  Very close start.
Q2 was an even quarter, with Stockport getting 2 (Cameron), giving ourselves a lead for the first time, with Norbury getting another couple before half time, leaving us trailing 4-3 at the break.
Q3 was as combative as the previous 2, with only the one goal to Stockport (Hugo), leaving everything to play for in the final quarter.
Q4 we managed to get our nose in front a good solo effort from Will H, and just as we felt we could get another one, Norbury pegged us back once again, and we were all level at 5-5 with 5 minutes to go.  Another goal by Will H, left us leading by one, as the clock started ticking down the pressure was mounting.  A quick interception, a fast break, and all telling the players to slow it down and retain possession.  Cameron spotted George free on the edge of the crease, fed the ball through and George calmly slotted home leaving us 5-7 victors on the day.
Excellent performance by both teams, competitive throughout, and evenly matched. 
Remember it is a team sport, and a special thank you to those players who haven't had a lot of game time of late, your time will come.
Final note.  Cant believe that 50% of this team are only starting their second season in lacrosse, keep up the good work.

Competitive from the Start

Nice Pick

1 against 3

Our 10th Outfield Player - Stay in your Crease


Long Pole Natural

Keeping his eyes on the threat

Only his 5th Game

8 Seconds to go - We know what happens next?

Eyes on the Ball


Time for a Lie Down

Doesn't cross the line

Now that hurts


Keeping the attack at bay



3 Today

Lots of Running from these 2





Twinkle Toes



Put a Shift in today

Saturday 20 October 2018

U12s Stockport VS Timperley.


U12s Stockport vs Timperley.

A stunning Autumn morning again this week, with sunshine and a touch of dew on the grass, it was also enjoyed by the Geese who have took up residency on the pitch, outside the club house
The Timperley boys were here bright and early onto the pitch ready to warm up with some players that looked more like U14s, as they sized the Stockport players up before the pitch was finished being set out. 
The face off and Stockport opened the score with Dan Teal in the first few minutes, for a fast and positive Start by Stockport.
It soon became evident however, that the Timperley players were bigger and faster and more experienced  as they replied in the first quarter with six goals, finishing Q1 6 - 3.
Q2 Stockport fighting back with great enthusiasm during this quarter, as the pressure evened out just a little, the Stockport boys fought well for the ball, but were mostly outplayed by more accurate passing and catching and more efficient ground balls, finishing Q2 10 - 5 to Timperley.
Q3. Was much of the same with some of the Stockport players having different expectations, feeling the frustration and disappointment a bit.
The more mature Timperley players dominating the pitch bombarding, Josh the Stockport keeper with good hard shots who in turn made numerous great saves and despite the score line,  probably had his best game of the season yet. Finishing Q3 14 - 7 to Timperley
Q4 Overall Stockport were overwhelmed with bigger stronger and more experienced players who didn’t appear to tire that much and continued relentlessly to attack the Stockport Goal.
This game was a good learning curve for the Stockport boys who have won their last two games, so losing occasionally is not such a bad thing at this stage, which in time will help to develop some resilience and resolve. A very well done to our young U12s team, playing against Timperley, who are definitely the strongest team in the league this year, judging from the ELA team standings.

Goal Scorers  Jacob B 3.   Dan Teal 4.


Final Score Stockport 7 Timperley 19




Timperley there first and an early inspection of the pitch.

                                                               Feeling the pressure.
                                                                        Saved!
                                                             














                                    Henry giving a mid match example of a defensive stance!
                                                            Another great save!
                                                                  #11 Thurston`s ball.
                                                                 Euan about to tee off?
                                                                Go on Jacob, you get him!