U12s Away at Cheadle

What a difference, it makes for us to have a full squad to choose from.  The scoreline, perhaps, doesn't truly show that these were two evenly matched sides in most areas around the field.  With an excellent first quarter, coming in 2-6 Up, we were quickly into our stride and always in control of this game.  Q1 2-6, Q2 2-3, Q3 3-4, Q4 1-5, with a final score of 9-17 in our favour.  A strong performance on face, 6 different scorers and a high save percentage this was an excellent game, played by two good teams.  Scorers this morning Joseph, Rhys, William (3), Luke (5), Hugo (3), Cameron (4). 

The first one of three for Will

Strong at the first phase

Pressure

Jack being tightly watched

One of the five scored by Luke

Joe Mc about to split the Cheadle player into 2

Defence starts up Front

One day he will fill that goal

Man Down

Strong, and influential today

Great right foot

What is he doing out of his crease - again?

Smile for the camera

U12s at Norbury

In a reversal of fortune over the earlier game this season, a disciplined display from the home team, enabled Norbury to come out the victors 11-7.  In a tight first quarter Stockport fell behind by two, to pull back level at the end of Q1, 2-2.  Q2 saw Norbury score 4, against 2 from Stockport, and from here on in we were playing catch up, Q3 3-2, and Q4 2-1.  A tight game throughout, and one which allowed lots of game time for all new players, who will no doubt benefit from game time.  Goals today from Joe, William, Cameron, Jack and Hugo (3).

Only has eyes for the ball

On his way to the first of his 3 goals for today

Joe bursting through the pressure

Calum's ball

Clear.  50% save ratio today

Cameron has lost the man on man pressure on this occasion

Tight pressure - all the way through this game

Start of a nice move

Where to next?

Do Stockport know where the ball is?

In the back, referee!

Joe Mc leaving him on the floor

Stockport keeping Norbury at bay

Will cutting back

Closing in on this Norbury attack

Time for a sit down

Anyone see it?

U12s at Home against Mellor

For the first time this year, there was a change in the weather, and a little change in our fortune.  As we know, all games against Mellor are going to be tough, and this was no exception.  With lots of positive play on show from both sides determined to play a high level of lacrosse, Stockport managing to get the first goal of the morning, followed by 3 unanswered goals by Mellor leaving us trailing 1 - 3 at the end of the first quarter.  With Mellor dominating at face, Stockport struggled to gain possession but managed to score 2 good goals on the break, unfortunately Mellor put 7 in at the other end leaving us trailing 3 - 10 at the end of Q2.  Q3 was a little closer with a 2 - 4 quarter, and Q4 came out as 1 - 6, leaving us on the wrong end of a 6 - 20 defeat.  Despite what we might think (especially viewing the score), our keeper played well in goal today and deserved a little more good fortune.  Goals today from Cameron (2), Hugo (2), Rhys and Jack.  Away at Norbury this weekend.

Pressure from Mellor, being kept out on this occassion

Is that Colly Snr joining in the attack?

Calum mixing it

Save

Tough day on face, today

Jack slowing things down

Do I really have the ball?

Lots of options in attack

Hugo closing the man down

U12s Away at Cheadle Hulme

We travelled the short distance for a 9 a side game against an unbeaten Cheadle Hulme U12s, and came away the victors.  A competitive first quarter saw Stockport take the lead with a couple of good goals, to one.  The 2nd quarter seen three unanswered goals from Stockport giving us a half time lead of 1-5.  A strong third quarter with Stockport dominating, lead to a further 4 goal, to one for Cheadle Hulme, leaving us 2-9 up.  With 3 clear being requested by Cheadle Hulme, the final quarter was a little closer with 2 goals from the hosts and 3 from Stockport leaving Stockport with an excellent win of 4-12.  With our usual keeper away, Cameron did a fantastic job in between the pipes.  A terrific performance with lots of game time being afforded to our newer players.  Who is looking forward to Saturday, already?  Goals today from Luke (3), Hugo (2), William (2), Rhys (2), Joe B, Jack (2)

Big Hitting William

Moving the ball well

Nice Dodge

Jacob breaking free under pressure

Face

Cutting in

Good Pressure

Well Done Boys

Is that a legal check?

Heads Up

Cheadle Hulme's 10th Man