City's Emily Birch shields the ball from Monique IanellaSENIORS
United 1 drew with Millicent 1
When these teams met in round 1, United came away with the points and several goals and were keen to emulate that game but Millicent had other ideas. With several new key signings since that first match, Millicent tested United several times but the defence held strong. After a cross from the right and the ensuing goal mouth scramble, United finished cleanly to edge them in front. Millicent rose to the occasion and scored to even the scoreline before the break. United could not capitalise despite several more opportunities in the second half and teams had to be content with a point each.
Goals: United (T Frost)
Millicent (W Robinson)
City 6 d Villa 0
City played classic football against the undermanned Villa last weekend, stringing together simple passes, which caught the opposition flatfooted. Having the extra players on the park City forced Villa to play a chasing game, which to their credit the youngsters did until the final whistle. With three goals scored in each half, City demonstrated restraint and were happy to pass the ball around until the best goal scoring opportunity could be found and then capitalised on.
Goals: City (T Grant 2, K Gilbert, J Smith, E Kourmouzis, T Kourmouzis)
Palace 3 d Wanderers 1
Despite a 5 goal win to Palace in the first round this year, Wanderers showed they have been the strong improvers, sneaking a goal early in the game to take the lead before Palace could settle into their game plan. Wanderers spent the remainder of the half defending their lead, resolutely breaking down Palace forays forward. The stylish play of Palace was no match for Wanderers who played destructive football, spoiling countless opportunities. The league leaders found themselves in unfamiliar territory down a goal at half time. However, confident in their ability, Palace resumed the match with gusto and equalised soon after the break. With two more goals added, Wanderers lost their early confidence and had to see their lead and game slip away.
Goals: Wanderers (K Seiler)
Palace (J McCormick, K Pedlar, TOG)
Portland 0 drew with County 0
With the top 3 spots fairly set on the ladder, the rest is a lottery with each team confident in their ability to claim the vital 4th position. Currently held by Portland, a win to County could have seen them edge closer to the leaders. In a fast paced match at Portland, County threw everything they had at the goal but the home team held strong and maintained their home ground advantage. Portland youngsters made several quick breaks, looking to sneak one past the goalkeeper but to no avail. In a scoreless match, all ladder positions remain as they were at the beginning of the day.
UNDER 14'S
Wanderers 8* d County 0
A brave County junior side took to the park last weekend, determined to concede less goals than the week prior and were successful in their quest. However experience and confidence on the ball were the great deciders in this match with Wanderers dominating on the pitch. Despite an 8 goal deficit at half time, the young County side showed great determination in their efforts to limit the rampant scoring. With 8 goalscorers, Wanderers were hard to contain and continued to slot another 8 home in the second half.
Goals: Wanderers (H Philp 4, M Sims 3, K Lehmann, J White, J Ferguson 2, P Ackland, C Romanis, E Thatcher)
Palace 2 d City 0
When these two sides meet, a close competition is guaranteed complete with strong attacking moves and desperate defence from both teams. Neither goalkeeper was really stretched during the first half with defenders doing the job on the pitch and limiting shots on goals at either end. Several times City ran down the wing and crossed the ball into danger and Palace were called upon to scramble the ball away but after the break it was Palace who took advantage of the ball inside the 18 yard area and scored twice, giving them their second win for the season.
Goals: Palace (I Pratt 2)
A brave County junior side took to the park last weekend, determined to concede less goals than the week prior and were successful in their quest. However experience and confidence on the ball were the great deciders in this match with Wanderers dominating on the pitch. Despite an 8 goal deficit at half time, the young County side showed great determination in their efforts to limit the rampant scoring. With 8 goalscorers, Wanderers were hard to contain and continued to slot another 8 home in the second half.
Goals: Wanderers (H Philp 4, M Sims 3, K Lehmann, J White, J Ferguson 2, P Ackland, C Romanis, E Thatcher)
Palace 2 d City 0
When these two sides meet, a close competition is guaranteed complete with strong attacking moves and desperate defence from both teams. Neither goalkeeper was really stretched during the first half with defenders doing the job on the pitch and limiting shots on goals at either end. Several times City ran down the wing and crossed the ball into danger and Palace were called upon to scramble the ball away but after the break it was Palace who took advantage of the ball inside the 18 yard area and scored twice, giving them their second win for the season.
Goals: Palace (I Pratt 2)
A game of 4 v 4 was played by the Junior Development Squad, with all girls showing greater confidence on the ball throughout the game. Each player has demonstrated improvement during the match, including several well executed throw-ins from beginning players and good technical ability in controlling the ball at speed.
In round 9 matches this week, County meet City at 1.30pm whilst Wanderers play Millicent and Villa play United at 3pm at Blue Lake Sports Park. Portland play host to Palace. In Under 14 matches, a top of the table clash sees Villa meet Wanderers and Palace play County.
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