2nd A Lost 1-2 (H/T 0-0); Scorer: Jed Liddell
After a closely contested first half, both teams created chances but failed to find the net. Felsted gave away an early goal after the break and only then began to play their best hockey. A good move down the right resulted in Jed L finding the top corner. All to play for, Felsted forced 4 or 5 quick short corners and had several shots saved by their keeper, but it was St Faith’s who scored from a break-away to take the game 2-1.
2nd B – Won 6-1 (H/T 4-0); Scorers: Buttleman 2, Lewis 2, Cochrane 1, Dane 1
Felsted dominated the match from the off and scored twice within the first few minutes. Two more goals followed and at half time led 4 goals to nil. St Faith’s played better in the 2nd half. They scored a goal and could have had another, but Felsted scored two more to make the final score 6-1. An unbeaten 7 a side season with 6 wins from 6 matches.
3rd A Lost 4 – 6
A disappointing end to the VII a side season, with a defeat in the snow and hail to a good St Faith’s side that seemed to want to win slightly more than we did. At times we did play some brilliant hockey but were then guilty of giving away possession and letting them have too much freedom in the ‘D’. Overall it has been a great season and more goals scored than conceded is a good way to end the season.
3rd AB Won 4 – 0
On another bitterly cold afternoon, it took the side a little time to warm up but once they had fantastic hockey was back on the astro! There were plenty of close calls in the first half, but eventually we put the ball into the back of the net and from there on in, looked comfortable winners. The win sees the side unbeaten against equal opposition this season and that is great credit to the ambition and team work of all involved. We were also thankful once again to Xavier for some outstanding saves in both matches.
5th A drew 0-0.
This was a fair result as both sides were equally matched skills wise. However, in terms of possession and shots on goal, we should have won by double figures. It would seem as though the shooting practice has not paid off. Still, a good solid performance from the boys and some good hockey played to set up those chances meant that is was an enjoyable afternoon in difficult conditions.
5th B won 4-1
A great performance from the boys who dominated throughout the match and, unlike their A counterparts, were able to convert their opportunities. Only a moments lapse in concentration at the very end of the game lost us our clean sheet. Well done and thank you to the boys who doubled up.
U11 A lost 1 - 2 A Summers
The last game of the season was against a very determined St Faith’s team, who sought revenge having lost in the IAPS quarter finals earlier in the week. Our opponents started very strongly, moving the ball around keeping possession well and making our defence have to work hard. With both teams creating solid chances at both ends it was St Faith’s who took the lead, splitting our defence with a really good through ball. We pressed hard, working the ball down the right well, forcing a few short corners. We equalised when the ball was stopped by the St Faith’s goal keeper and we pounced on the rebound. The game ebbed and flowed between the two circles, but again we were found a little out of position for the St Faith’s forward line to take advantage.
U11 B lost 2 - 3 L Mulley, own goal
Again the last game of the season for the U11B team, which proved to be one of the best team performances of the season, with all players, both defence and attack, playing good expansive hockey. The attacking unit throughout the game created good chances in the opponents circle, working hard to bypass defensive tackles. St Faith’s managed to score the winning goal in the last few seconds of the game, with a fast break moving the ball quickly forward, opening up our defence.
U11 C Lost 1-2
We had much the best of the play, but narrowly missed many chances. It still looked like we would have another comfortable win, but a couple of defensive lapses let St Faith's in, and despite some second half pressure, we were unable to equalise.
U11 D Won 2-0
Playing in a huge snowfall, with temperatures plummeting, the mighty Ds continued their unbeaten season with a fine win. Really good passing, solid in defence and snipping up front from Ethan Weatherstone resulted in great team play and a convincing result.
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