16/03/2025
🔵⚪️ The Juniors hosted Ledbury Swift Rovers today in a top-of-the-table clash, where the winner would likely secure the title. After a narrow victory in their previous encounter, it was expected to be a tightly contested match.
The game started with Charlie A charging down the left wing, sending an early shot just over. Oscar J followed with a shot saved by the Ledbury keeper. After 10 minutes, Archie R put the Juniors ahead, converting a free-kick from distance. This goal helped settle the Juniors, and they began to control the game. Captain Charlie S had an effort saved, while Archie R and Romeo R were solid at the back. The first half ended with the Juniors holding a slim lead.
At halftime, the focus was on maintaining intensity and adding quality in the final third. Changes were made, and Flynn W joined Charlie S in midfield, immediately getting on the ball and showing grit in the middle of the park.
The second half saw both teams struggle to break each other down. Defensively, the Juniors were resolute, with Charlie A, Finnley J, and Musa T working tirelessly from wing-back positions. Chase B and, later, Bodhi R defended from the front, putting in crucial shifts.
With 10 minutes left, a throw-in from Charlie S found Thomi S, who slipped between two defenders and calmly slotted the ball into the far corner to all but seal the victory. The Juniors held strong to close out the match and clinch the U12 HWGTA Blue title. A fantastic achievement for a team playing up a year, continuing to develop and grow together. 💙
Player of the Match: Charlie A – A constant threat down the left side, never stopped running, and worked tirelessly both in attack and defence. Well done, Charlie! 🔵⚪️
A huge thank you to our sponsor Infinite Building for supporting the team again this season!