Stockport Lacrosse Club Juniors: 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.