U14s Entertain Norbury at The Cale

For a game so early in the season, we were delighted to be playing at Stockport.  The great work from our ground staff ensured our pitch was in great condition (considering the rain), albeit soft it certainly held up well.  The real downside to the constant downpour was my stats didn't survive, and although I kept the records, the paper didn't do its job and I will have to do my best from memory.
The game started and Norbury were strong at face, and won all of the first 4 face off's, but beyond that our players were disciplined and Norbury only managed to register 1 goal to our six.  In the first quarter we were prolific in front of goal, scoring 6 out of our 7 shots giving us a commanding position to move forward.
Q2 was different in our finishing, were we managed a further couple of goals, but were a little more wasteful and on this occasion we had 9 attempts at goal.
With us in control, the game will be remembered for the impact of the newer players.  The coaches were excellent on the sidelines, providing guidance and assistance, for both the established and newer players, who all got game time and contributed to the game, George, Ted, Isaac and Findlay all getting plenty of game time with the latter two both finding themselves on the scoresheet.  Isaac in only his second game ever.
It finished 15-2 in our favour, with 11 goals assisted which is a terrific return, and one we should be very pleased with.

All photos taken available on Flickr

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1st Attempt of the Day

Had to be strong today against a couple of good Middies

2 Weeks in and stronger than ever

Working Hard

Luca overcoming the downpour

Prolific in Front of Goal

Jacob enjoying the U14s

Ted playing his first game

Prolific Today

2 Games in and Scored in Both

Maybe High?  Maybe he ducked?

Not loads to do, but his clearing was on point today

Just after scoring his first goal