The Under 8s were in action against a strong Forest Hall Reds squad at Killingworth & Young Peoples Centre on Saturday 2nd October 2010, in the Under 8s ‘friendly’ league. They were looking to bounce back after their first defeat of the season the weekend before.
The Under 8s came flying out of the blocks and made the early running, with their midfield taking control in the central areas through captain, Connor Sherriff, who was ably assisted by Harvey Thompson and Joseph Hornby (midfield).
Daniel Brewis stepped in as keeper on the day and was well protected by Ryan Norris and Leighton Alexander (defence), as they kept Forest Hall at bay in an entertaining first half.
Ryan Norris made the break-through when the ball came to him just inside the Forest Hall half on the left. He did not hesitate for a moment and required no controlling touch, as he sent a first time shot from distance over the keeper and into the far corner of the net. It was quite simply an unstoppable shot for the team’s goal of the season to date.
Jack Reid (striker) worked tirelessly up front, winning challenging, throw-ins and creating opportunities for his midfield. However, the first half remained tight and the Under 8s went in with the 1-0 lead at the break.
The second half started the same as the first with the Under 8s pressing for a second goal. Harvey Thompson went close with an excellent left foot drive, which was turned around the post by an excellent keeper in the Forest Hall goal.
Connor Sherriff struck the bar direct from a corner and created other chances from corners and throw-ins, as the Under 8s pushed on. At the other end Daniel Brewis made a fine save at his feet to protect the lead and late on Ryan Norris made a spectacular goal-line clearance from a goal-bound shot to secure the points.
Special praise was handed out to Leighton Alexander and Harvey Thompson who both made a number of crucial tackles in midfield and defence, but ‘man of the match’ was awarded to Ryan Norris for scoring the crucial goal and his last minute goal-line clearance which ensured that the win was secured with the 1-0 victory. All 7 players played their part on the day.
A special mention goes out to young 7 year old (just turned!) Dillon, who was unfortunate not to make his debut in goal. However, his chance will come very soon.
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