U15 Match Reports - Round 3
As promised, our lads travelled far and wide yesterday in pursuit of football glory.
Tier 2 were in action first up - our correspondent in Huonville filed this report:
"Huonville turned on the weather for T2's visit - didn't turn on a referee though! With debut's to Little Nicky and Connor, it was going to be an interesting game!
After a shaky start, the boys settled into their work and created some chances - unfortunately it was The Valley that opened the scoring. Looking towards the half time break, someone needed to stand up. With a turn that would baffle any defender, and a deceptive turn of speed, it was Chop that sliced his way down the left to beat the GK at his near post. We won't mention the following "celebration". 1-1 at the half and spirits were high.
Unfortunately the score was 1-2 inside 30 seconds and the fightback had to start again. This time is was due to some tough hard running from Sam R (which he did all day) got around his last man and headed for goal before being mercilessly chopped down and the penalty was awarded - which Aarit dispatched with ease yet again. The boys were looking good again, but alas, The Valley got the winner and the boys had no fight left.
All contributed really well as they continue to learn some new positions and learn to play with each other. Jack was great in goal with some impressive saves. Sam R as mentioned battled against much taller opponents all day and caused trouble. Matta was as reliable as ever. Connor impressed on debut. Everyone battled hard and never gave up. Onwards an upwards!
Cheers Dave"
Tier 1 continued the football feast at Brighton against Hobart United, and apart from the last 5 minutes completely dominated the game to finish 6-2.
It was the sort of performance we have been asking for over the last few weeks, and much clicked into place yesterday. There was plenty of quality on show - patience, passing and positioning were all much improved in a master class that would make South Hobart (and their coaches) proud! High praise indeed...
Everyone played well, but most importantly the talk on the field, and the support given by all, for all was great to see. To be fair, Hobart United gave us far more room than a lot of other sides do, and allowed us to play the way we wanted to. They also dealt out a lesson about switching off late in the game. After leading 6-0 for 65 minutes a couple of defensive errors allowed them to score two late goals.
Special thanks to Reuben and Sam C for helping us out, and winning some new friends - talented boys those two...
Goal scorers were Ollie 3, and singles to Max, Reuben and Nat.
Cheers,
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