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Ellis Baker, Ellie Bartholomew, Lauren Chipman, Abbie Bartholomew, Abbie Greaves, Rosie Simpson, Madison Chipman, Jess Homer, Jess Kendall, Paige Rosin, Lindsay Smith, & Becky Steward. |
Saturday 21 April 2007 at Baytree
Farm 10.30am
Holy Souls Foxes / Rubery U10 0
Bournville Warriors U10 4
This was a re-match friendly, with ten of our girls on this occasion making up
all of the 10 girl squad. As in March it was played at 8 a side on the larger
mini soccer pitch over 4 x 15 minute periods. Francesca Toney made her debut.
Nici Walker (Holy Souls) took the team on the day, with Steve Homer supporting.
The game was fairly even throughout with some good passing football being played
by both teams. There was much to admire from start to finish with all of our
girls making a positive contribution. The key difference between the teams was
more powerful and clinical finishing by Bournville, in particular from one of
their bigger girls.
Team highlights included:
Determined defending in numbers, with players getting back to goalside quickly
and winning many tackles
Winning a good share of second ball
Putting together good sequences of accurate passes, from defence through
midfield and into the path of forward players.
One such sequence saw 5 short passes within the centre circle that drew in
defenders and set up an attack
Improved movement off the ball
By comparison with the previous friendly, more chances created
Individual highlights included: Ellis Baker
Another solid and fine all round display. Used her pace and energy well to
retrieve positions and played well weighted and accurate passes out from the
back.
Abbie Bartholomew
Good positioning and brave goalkeeping to keep out powerful shots. In the
outfield also showed good awareness and made positive runs forward.
Ellie Bartholomew
Worked hard to carve out openings to score. Showed again her good touch and
balance in open play and with runs on goal. Unlucky with finishing.
Lauren Chipman
Another good performance in goal, good alertness, handling and distribution. In
the outfield showed deceptive skill and pace to wrong foot or by pass defenders
and create chances to strike on goal.
Madison Chipman
Worked tirelessly as usual. Made good interceptions and tackles. Showed good
control and got accurate passes forward.
Abbie Greaves
Showed good presence and anticipation in midfield and supported the play well.
Always alert to danger, closed down quickly to win back balls and generally
helped to win the midfield battle.
Jess Homer
Brave tackling against much bigger opposition. Composed and alert throughout and
kept her positional discipline well. Solid clearances. Won “girl of the week”
for a good all round display.
Rosie Simpson
Showed good pace, skill and composure on the ball to pick out the correct short
or long pass. Good support play up and down the pitch.
Lindsay Smith
Good use of left foot with accurate passes from the back or midfield. Good first
touch into space in tight areas.
Francesca Toney
Covered a lot of ground to get tackles in and win second balls and generally let
the opposition know she was on the pitch. Showed glimpses of skill that suggests
there is more to come. A very promising debut.
Overview
Another pleasing effort from all the girls who just seem to get better and
better with every game.
It is only a matter of time before the girls start scoring goals. Just a little
bit of luck and a little bit more composure in the final third of the pitch will
go a long way towards it but it is the ongoing improvement in individual skill
and teamwork that will ultimately deliver it.
Team: Baker, Bartholomew A., Bartholomew E, Chipman L., Chipman M., Greaves,
Homer, Simpson, Smith, Toney
Thanks again to: Sarah and all at Bournville for the game –no doubt we will play
many times in the years ahead!
Special mention to: Kathy Lomas who made her debut as a referee and did very
well indeed. Well done Kathy!
Saturday 31 March
2007.....6-a-side games at Kingshurst
Nine of our girls, including new girl Abbie Greaves, joined forces with two from
Holy Souls Foxes to make up two teams of 6, goalie Abbie Bartholomew playing in
both friendly games against Kingshurst. The two Foxes / Rubery teams then played
each other, so giving all the girls the full 60 minutes.The main objective set
for the girls was to attack and defend as a unit, avoiding large gaps between
defence, midfield and forward.
First game: Kingshurst (0) 1 -0 (0) Foxes / Rubery
A strong wind enabled our girls to put Kingshurst under considerable pressure in
the first half. They got bodies into the box, including defenders, and had
several attempts on goal. Kingshurst countered well but were thwarted by some
determined chasing back. The girls were unlucky not to be in front by half time.
The second half now saw Foxes under pressure from the wind but they still passed
and moved, still working hard as a unit. Our girls enjoyed plenty of possession
in the Kingshurst penalty area but a mixture of good defending and swirling wind
kept them out. In their search for a goal the Foxes left themselves more and
more open to a counter. That led to the solitary goal of the game as Kingshurst
used their pace to run on goal from a long way out and finished well. The girls
were unlucky to lose what was a closely fought contest.
Team: Abbie B, Ellie, Jess, Lindsay, plus two Foxes
Second game: Kingshurst 3 -1 Foxes / Rubery
The first half was very much like the first game with Foxes moving the ball
well, putting Kingshurst under a lot of pressure but vulnerable to the counter.
Kingshurst went 1-0 up with a well taken breakaway goal. The Foxes then got back
into it from a good strike from outside the box from Lauren. Half time: 1-1. The
second half saw the Foxes pressing forward in search of more goals and leaving
themselves open at the back. Kingshurst took advantage with good balls out from
the back but missed a number of chances, albeit some being speculative shots
from distance or acute angles. Throughout it all, the girls worked hard to get
back to deny goal scoring opportunities. It was end to end stuff with our girls
passing their way forward, getting into the box frequently and getting shots in,
some wide, some on target. Kingshurst eventually made their skilful counters
tell with two clinical finishes. Team AbbieB., Abbie G, Ellis, Madison, Lauren,
Rosie
Third game
Rubery 2 – 0 Holy Souls / Rubery / Kingshurst
This game was played to give the girls valuable experience. It was good
experience also for our u14 girl Coral Smith who was encouraged by Kingshurst’s
coach Alison to referee a match for the first time.Two Kingshurst girls kindly
volunteered to make up the sixth player or stand in for a Foxes player who had
to leave at half time. One of them played in goal to give Abbie B a chance to
play out. Lauren went in goal for Rubery, a team made up of entirely Rubery
girls. This now being at least the second game for each girl they were obviously
getting used to the size of the pitch and the conditions. They naturally relaxed
a little more in familiar company. The girls on both sides tried to play good
football and carved out plenty of chances. Rosie scored twice with well taken
goals, becoming the first u10 girl to score twice in one game.
Individual performances
This week let us invite the girls to accept our plaudits for their excellent
teamwork rather than our praise for their individual performances. However it
would be wrong not to mention:
- Abbie Greaves who made a solid debut, showing good composure and awareness and
lots of potential
- Abbie Bartholomew who won “Girl of the Week”, playing well in goal and making
good saves in the two games v Kingshurst and then playing well also in the
outfield.
Overview
It was a most enjoyable day, for which we thank Alison and her colleagues at
Kingshurst. They kindly put on some post match sandwiches for our girls in the
clubhouse – some clinical finishing followed! The most pleasing aspects were how
well the girls took on board the idea of working up and down the pitch as a unit
and getting bodies into the box at both ends of the pitch. The main objective
was therefore generally achieved – the basic idea was grasped but obviously not
yet perfected. Gradual fine tuning will follow over many years ahead. Another
good feature was how the girls tried to get the ball down and pass it in
difficult windy conditions. Another plus was that some players experienced
different positions for the first time and adapted very well. Tiredness did come
into play late in the games and as a consequence defensive discipline broke down
a little – another one of those things relatively easy to put right. This was 6
a side on a 7 a side pitch and it told on the legs in the end. Once again the
girls have improved on their previous performances – long may that continue!
Saturday 24 March 2007 at Glebe
Farm 11.30am and 12.15pm
The girls played two matches with mixed results and
good performances
Glebe Farm A 0 – 0
Holy Souls Foxes
The Foxes secured their first point of the season with a hard working and
disciplined display from all the girls. The girls had their chances to win it
but had no luck in finishing.
Dosthills 8 – 0
Holy Souls Foxes
With positional changes made the Foxes lost their shape and discipline against
physically stronger girls but still managed to play the better football. Chances
again to score but no luck in finishing.
Highlights for our girls on loan:
Ellis Baker
Read situations well to intercept passes and make timely clearances and passes
of her own. Used her pace well to get to balls first. Cruelly elbowed in the
stomach against Glebe but showed physical and mental toughness to carry on
without complaint.
Ellie Bartholomew
Attacked the ball well. Positive runs down either flank. Got in 4 strikes and
unlucky not to score. Good defensive header (unusual at this age!).
Lauren Chipman
Did exceptionally well in goal to keep a clean sheet. Showed good anticipation
and awareness, safe handling and kicking. Later went back in goal for the sake
of the team when Jess was injured. Showed good touches in her brief spell in the
outfield.
Madison Chipman
Always alert. Closed down quickly and got in brave tackles. Good ball control
and passing. Good, solid and confident all round performance that won her “Girl
of the Week”.
Jess Homer
Defended resolutely with strong tackles. Got across the pitch quickly to close
down threatening attacks. Always looked up to pick out a pass. Went in goal
again and got injured – never afraid to get hurt for the sake of the team
Paige Rosin
Worked hard as usual. Always put defenders under pressure and always offered an
outlet to her team mates on the ball. Was unlucky with runs towards goal as a
strong wind took the ball too far beyond her.
Lindsay Smith
Good covering work in defence. Showed good composure on the ball, including
clever chest control. Played some nicely weighted passes.
Did not play: Steward.....Ineligible to play: Bartholomew A. ,Greaves, Simpson
Overview
The girls were very pleased with their 0-0 result. Keeping a clean sheet is a
massive achievement for them. On the balance of play they deserved to win it.
The 0-8 scoreline looks like a hammering but it wasn’t. The girls played some
good football and created chances to score. There is not much they can do at
this stage of their development against girls who are physically more powerful.
They are already learning from it and gradually with more experience and
coaching they will learn how to deal with it.
Overall, and once again, another pleasing performance from all the girls who
continue to get better every week.
Saturday 17 March 2007 at Glebe
Farm 10.30am
Dosthills u10 (1) 4 – 2 (2) Holy Souls Foxes u10
This was a cup match 15 mins each way with seven of our girls on loan to Holy Souls and so again making up the majority of the 9 girl squad. Lauren was unable to play and Rosie and the two Abbie’s were ineligible to play.
Having lost 7-3 and 6-0 in previous encounters the Foxes were looking to guage their progress. Dosthills were a player short and immediately that made a difference. They were unable to dominate as much as they had previously done. Jess was soon busy in goal, having to smother balls that were in danger of running loose to incoming forwards. Lindsay covered well at the back when the need arose. Ellis and Madison broke up threatening attacks as did Ellie when tracking back. Becky, returning from a long lay off, got her feet in too. Paige was playing well and patiently up front. Gradually the girls weathered the initial Dosthills attacks and began to set up promising moves of their own. Paige got hold of the ball on the half way line and fed a nicely weighted pass into Ellie who quickly got herself balanced and struck a powerful shot from distance. It sailed past the ‘keeper to put the Foxes 1-0 up. A rare luxury for the girls and it was certainly enjoyed by the goal scorer who appeared to be grinning from ear to ear for the next 3 minutes. The girls soon had more to smile about as Lindsay got forward from the back and sent the ball forward, again from distance. It took a deflection and wrong footed the goalie to make it 2-0. The dubious goals committee, comprising Nici Walker and Natalie Homer, later awarded the goal to Lindsay. It was all going well until Dosthills exerted their extra muscle, changing tactics so as to play everything through their “big” player. Jess was having to be alert to shots and through balls and coped with everything thrown at her. However, the extra strength told and Dosthills pulled one back before half time. Score at half time Dosthills 1 - 2 Foxes
From the restart it was clear that Dosthills were going to carry on feeding their one strong player with instructions to hammer the ball goalward from all angles and distances. Sadly for the Foxes it was a tactic that worked and one that Lindsay at the back or Jess in goal could do little about as powerful shots rained in. Nevertheless the girls played some good football. Ellis cleared the ball well from defensive positions. Becky beavered away in midfield. Madison controlled the ball well before playing accurate passes forward. Paige always looked to put in Ellie who herself showed good skill on the ball. Final score: Dosthills 4 -2 Foxes
Our girls in the Foxes squad: Baker, Bartholomew E, Chipman M., Homer, Rosin, Smith, Steward
Did not play: Bartholomew A. Chipman L., ,Greaves, Simpson
Overview
The girls were disappointed to lose their 2-0 lead but there were some good things to take from this game. We got closer to Dosthills compared to the 6-0 scoreline when we last met them. Skill levels continue to improve. Most pleasing was less crowding round the ball and better awareness and use of space
We are still experimenting with positions which inevitably leads to worse results in the short term. We will continue to focus on performance and improvement rather than results, which will yield rewards in the long term.
Overall, another pleasing performance from the girls
Saturday 10 March 2007 at Baytree
Farm 10.30am
Holy Souls Foxes (U10) 0
Bournville Warriors (U10) 5
This was a friendly, with nine of our girls on loan to Holy Souls and so making
up the majority of the 11 girl squad. It was played on the larger mini soccer
pitch over 4 x 15 minute periods. Both teams used the opportunity to field new
or relatively inexperienced players, the adopted 8 a side format purposely
helping in that regard. Foxes coach Nici Walker aimed also to rotate the
goalkeeper to give the girls much needed experience between the sticks.
The Foxes lost the toss but found themselves kicking off slightly downhill with
the wind on their backs. Foxes soon enjoyed good spells of possession in
Bournville’s half. Our forwards looked to get on the end of some decent passes
forward from defence or midfield but were being outnumbered and well marshalled.
Our midfield girls kept themselves busy in breaking up attacks but still got
forward with menace to keep Bournville on their toes.
At the same time Bournville often broke quickly but were thwarted by good
tackles or interceptions, followed by thoughtful passes forward to players in
space. Rosie Simpson, making her debut, made a confident start in goal, reading
situations well to claim through balls and then distribute cleanly.
Score at end of first period Foxes 0 - 0 Warriors
The second period saw the Foxes come under severe pressure, the wind and the
slope coming into play, as well as strong passes forward. The girls defended
resolutely, on some occasions 4 or 5 them piling in for the same ball (not
recommended – and they will grow out of it!). Their commitment and enthusiasm
was clear to see. The pattern of play was much as the first period and it looked
like another blank as the game went into added time. Sadly for the Foxes a
speculative and fairly harmless looking shot from a long way out took a cruel
deflection and wrong footed the ‘keeper to make it 1-0 to Bournville. From the
restart the girls lost possession and were stunned by a swift counter attack and
good finish from Bournville to make it 2-0. Two goals in a minute in added time
was cruel. The first was simply bad luck but the second is something the girls
will learn to avoid in future – giving away easy possession and then caught
napping from a restart.
Score at end of second period Foxes 0
– 2 Warriors
The girls now showed their mettle, responding to the late goals with a stirring
display. Bournville seemed to up their own tempo, no doubt buoyed up by their
two goal burst. Foxes matched them stride for stride and got feet or bodies in
the way to get the ball clear. Debutant Abbie Bartholomew looked the part in
goal on her turn to go in, handling and kicking well and with confidence.Our
forward play now looked more threatening. More passing sequences started to come
into play as the game seemed to open up. However, as in the first two periods
the defending on both sides was good and clear chances were hard to create.
Taking stock at that point, the girls had gone 45 minutes and conceded only two
goals, one an unfortunate deflection. Taking into account their relative
inexperience a great performance.
Score at end of third period Foxes 0
– 2 Warriors
The game opened up a little more now as girls on both sides tired. That suited
Lauren who seemed to be getting stronger and was unlucky with the run of the
ball on several occasions as she dribbled towards goal. Ellie got in a shot from
distance but the angle was too sharp to trouble the ‘keeper and the wind held it
back. All the girls tried desperately hard to build attacks to get themselves
back in the game. Numerous corners and throw-ins in dangerous areas were
conceded by Bournville as our girls got forward. Sadly they could not make the
pressure count.
At the same time the Warriors had their own ambition to add to their tally. They
passed the ball well and also used the natural elements well to put our girls
under pressure. Eventually the pressure told. Three more goals went in, albeit
one a very unlucky own goal, the second of the game.
Final score: Foxes 0 – 5 Warriors
Our girls in the Foxes squad: Baker, Bartholomew A., Bartholomew E,, Chipman
L., Chipman M., Homer, Rosin, Simpson, Smith
Individual highlights for our girls
Ellis Baker
Another all action and courageous display we have come to expect from Ellis.
Great running and tackling throughout the game in a crowded midfield as well as
in defensive areas. Brave when injured. Little nudges of the ball forward to
team mates to put the opposition under immediate pressure. Little nudges but big
important passes.
Abbie Bartholomew
Impressive debut. Showed athleticism, enthusiasm and good “presence”. Her ballet
skills served her well in – quick feet and good balance. Did well in goal with
calm assurance.
Ellie Bartholomew
Showed good control and change of pace to get past defenders. Made clever runs
forward to invite passes from midfield. Got in a good shot. Chased back to
defend well when needed to.
Lauren Chipman
Awarded “girl of the week” for a fine overall display, both in and out of goal.
Ran and dribbled well with the ball. Closed down quickly. Good passing, movement
and awareness.
Madison Chipman
Showed courage when injured. Battled from start to finish in a difficult crowded
midfield to make life difficult for Bournville’s bigger girls and together with
Ellis was in the thick of the action. Brave goal keeping and good kick out.
Jess Homer
Solid defensive performance with brave tackles and skill under pressure,
including a now trademark drag back that wrong footed the Warriors to set up a
counter attack. Showed good discipline and awareness to hold her position. Good
clearances and kicks out from goal.
Paige Rosin
Carried the ball well from deep positions to put the Warriors on the back foot.
Always looking to link up with other players and get clever passes away. Worked
tirelessly to break down the Bournville defence and got back to get tackles in.
Rosie Simpson
Immediately showed character to go in goal and proceeded to do it very well. In
the outfield, a very promising debut, showing confidence and good judgment with
competent defending and passes forward.
Lindsay Smith
Good reading of the game and interceptions at the back. Brought balls out calmly
under pressure. Good dribbling and passing. Used two feet well.
Did not play: Becky Steward, Abbie Greaves
Overview
Yet another spirited and improved performance.
Lots to admire individually and collectively as noted above.
Longest time the girls have gone without conceding a goal (30 minutes)
Good understanding between players is starting to come through.
Players showing improved touch and composure on the ball.
New girls Abbie and Rosie made fine debuts and have strengthened the squad,
making 11 in all
Lots of technical mistakes made during the game but these are of no concern –
easily put right or avoided by coaching and more experience over a period of
time.
Overall, an impressive display. The big plus point is that the girls are making
good progress towards being able to compete on level terms with good players and
teams, at the same time having massive scope for improvement.
Thanks to: Sarah and all at Bournville for the game – let’s play again soon!
MINI SOCCER
LEAGUE 7 A SIDE
Saturday 27 January 2007 at Glebe Farm
GLEBE FARM B
(3) 3-0 (0) HOLY SOUL FOXES
SUTTON A (3) 9-0 (0) HOLY SOUL FOXES
Our girls on loan to the Foxes worked hard as usual against the top two teams
who were much physically stronger and more experienced.
Highlights for our girls:
Ellis Baker
Was her usual busy self in midfield, always near the action, covering ground
quickly to get stuck in and win balls and then pass them on quickly to team
mates. Showed great character by coming back on after getting a ball smacked
hard into her face.
Ellie Bartholomew
Impressive debut, showing a good range of skills, including left footed volleyed
clearance, right foot flick over a defender’s head and a great shot against
Sutton. Awarded “Girl of the week” medal.
Lauren Chipman
Put defenders under pressure, took up great positions and was a genuine goal
threat. Ran well with the ball and unlucky with strikes on goal
Madison Chipman
Got in well timed tackles to break up attacks and set counters in motion. Played
a superb crossfield pass across the halfway line to open up the play.
Jess Homer
Did really well in goal to keep a clean sheet in the second half against Glebe.
In the outfield showed good skills, including a great volleyed clearance and a
blockbuster tackle against Sutton.
Lindsay Smith
In defence against Glebe, good closing down and interceptions against quick
players. In midfield against Sutton, showed composure on the ball and played
good forward passes into space for forwards to chase.
Did not play
Paige Rosin, Becky Steward, Jess Kendall
Overview
The girls continue to improve, not afraid to try out new skills they have worked
on at home or training or simply picked up by playing in this Mini Soccer
league. A feature of both games (and many previous games) was that the girls put
some strong pressure on the opposition in the latter stages of the game. They
showed tremendous character against top of the table Sutton, having been on the
wrong end of a goal feast, coming back strongly in the last 5 minutes and coming
close to scoring. The next challenge for the girls is therefore an obvious one -
simply to start a game the same way they finish it!
Saturday 11 November 2006 at Glebe
Farm
GLEBE FARM B 4
HOLY SOUL FOXES 0
GLEBE FARM A 2 HOLY SOUL FOXES
0
Our girls on loan to the Foxes battled well and were unlucky not to score
against “A”. An excellent performance in the second half against Glebe “A” was
rewarded with a clean sheet for the half – a massive achievement for such an
inexperienced team at this stage in their development. Warmly appreciated by
enthusiastic parents on the sidelines.
Highlights for our girls:
Ellis Baker
Covered a lot of ground to support both attack and defence, got in strong
tackles.
Jess Homer
Skilful drag back under pressure, solid tackles and clearances out of defence.
Becky Steward
Just kept on going, finally producing a good turn after several attempts and
typifying the character and spirit the girls have.
Lindsay Smith
Timely tackles and good long kicks and passes out from the back.
Paige Rosin
Ran and ran and almost scored with a good strike on goal.
Jess Kendall was
unwell and so did not play
Overview
This mini soccer experience is doing the girls a lot of good. They are improving
week on week, showing more skill, aggression, awareness and alertness.
Saturday 28th October 2006 at Glebe Farm, Stechford
Boldmere A 5- 0 Holy Soul Foxes
Sutton Girls 8 - 0 Holy Soul Foxes
Our girls were up agaianst two powerful and more experienced teams. Jess Homer
was "Girl of the week" after a fine display in and out of goal. New Rubery girl
Ellis Baker played well on her debut.
MINI SOCCER LEAGUE 7 A SIDE
Saturday 14th October 2006 at Glebe Farm, Stechford
Dosthills
6 Holy Souls 0
Rubery were out-muscled by stronger opponents but put put up a good fight,
particularly second half.
Kingshurst 0 Holy Souls 5
Rubery were awarded a 5-0 win as Kingshurst elected not to play with a weakened
team
Kingshurst 1- 0 Holy Souls (friendly only)
We lent a player (Grace) to Kingshurst to create a better contest but Grace then
scored for the opposition!
Jess Homer made a terrific save from a penalty.
Paige Rosin won "Girl of the week"
MINI SOCCER LEAGUE 7 A SIDE
Saturday 30th September 2006 at Glebe Farm, Stechford
Holy Souls Foxes 0 – 4 Boldmere
A battling performance against a stronger side. Our new girl Paige Rosin made her debut.
Holy Souls Foxes 0- 8 Sutton Girls
Foxes were outmuscled and outpaced by a much taller, stronger, more experienced and better side.
MINI SOCCER LEAGUE 7 A SIDE
Saturday 16 September 2006 at Glebe Farm, Stechford
Our four girls, who are on loan to Holy Souls Foxes for this season only, made their league debuts. Two of the Foxes squad were available this week, making a 6 girl squad in all, one “man” short.
Dosthill (2) 7- 3 (2) HS Foxes
Based on early pressure from Dosthill it seemed like an avalanche of goals would follow. However, Foxes surprised the crowd with a series of brave tackles and neat short passes. Eleanor, taking her turn in goal was doing a fine job, either gathering safely or calmly watching balls roll out for goal kicks. Grace then brought the Foxes supporters to life when she scored a well taken and well deserved goal to put Foxes 1-0 up. Dosthill soon drew level after skilful play. Jess Homer then brought another thunderous cheer from the Foxes supporters (including Rubery and Foxes u-14 girls) with a cool finish, having played a key part also in the build up with Becky and Grace. Dosthill soon countered again to level. Jess Kendall at the back was warming to her task, trying hard to block the path to goal. Lindsay relieved the pressure with long goal kicks out and exchanged clever passes with Grace. As the girls came in for a well earned drink at half time, the feeling on the touchline was – what an amazing performance against all the odds. Half time score: Dosthills 2-2 HS Foxes
The second half saw Dosthill pile on the pressure, using their greater experience and physical strength to full advantage. Jess Kendall in goal could not do much about most of the goals that inevitably followed as the outfield players tired. The girls battled bravely and at times skilfully, always looking to play positive football. Jess in goal produced a fine kick out. Lindsay continued to kick long balls out. Eleanor defended intelligently and bravely, including a brave block with her chest off a powerful strike. Grace worked non-stop to probe for openings and break up attacks. She took a quick free kick that caught Dosthill napping but had no luck with the strike. Becky tried hard with tired legs, looking to pass balls forward to Grace or get back to help. Jess Homer was in constant motion up and down the pitch, generally making life difficult for Dosthill and supporting attacks. Later in the half Lindsay pushed forward and latching onto a loose ball in the box calmly struck home a third goal for the Foxes – a just reward for all six girls who had worked so hard and played so well. Full time score; Dosthills 7-3 HS Foxes
Overview
A great game to watch, enjoyed by the whole crowd. Heroic performances from all of the girls who each proudly received the “girl of the week “ medal. We had seen little hints of quality to come in key areas - control, movement, passing, dribbling, shooting, tackling, intelligence. Definite potential to get better with every game. A terrific spirit and willingness from all the girls to work as a team, quite remarkable at this very early stage.
