JUNIOR RESULTS RECAP
vs Modbury Jets
U12’s:
After only 1 game in 3 weeks, we were a bit flat in our warm up and lost our routine, despite that we started strong and played very well for the first half, unfortunately going 1down just before the break which took the wind out the sails, second half we dropped our heads a bit and struggled to get back into it, end result 0-4 loss.
U13’s:
We have been talking lately about starting and playing every game as if it is a final and the lads did just that.
We put pressure on Modbury from the get go and didn't let up.
Unfortunately, the only hiccup was leaving a few goals out there, but the positive, is that we are creating a large amount of chances, whilst keeping the opposition changes to a minimum.
We finished the game 2-0 up.
Big thanks to Mickey Doyle for stepping into the Assistant Coach role in TK's absence
U14’s:
Our objective in the past couple of weeks has been structure and positive possession, and the boys absolutely nailed it today.
The only thing lacking in the first half was intensity and putting away our chances, going in at half time 1 nill up.
After a half time discussion outlining the lacking factors, the lads went out and finely tuned their game to come out 5 nill victors.
Very proud of the response demonstrated and the clean sheet.
Well done to all involved 👏
U15’s:
U15s played a fantastic game from start to finish. In a top of the table clash away to Modbury every player played their role and executed to perfection. The only thing missing from the first half was a goal. We had four or five really close chances but went in 0-0 at the break.
A half-time reset and a reminder of how well we were playing and to just keep going - saw us go on to find the back of the net on 3 occasions to come away with a 3-0 win. Great to see us keep a clean sheet again and a huge result in the context of the season. Well done boys you should all be proud of your efforts and how you played 💪 🚀
U16’s:
With some boys getting opportunities in the U/18’s, we would have to test the depth in our squad. We started well and went 1-0 up and it stayed that way at until halftime. Second half we let them back in at 1-1, from there we lifted to win 4-2
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WOMEN’S MATCH RESULTS
Div 2 - Scott Mathews
The last time these two sides met, the Lady Patriots came away with a solid 2–0 victory over Cove FC. This time, however, the team produced one of their most complete performances of the season.
From the opening whistle, the Lady Patriots set the tempo. Applying relentless pressure, winning the ball back quickly, and controlling possession, they dictated the match from the outset. Their intensity and quality in possession paid off, taking a commanding 4–0 lead into the halftime break. It was a very different contest to the first meeting between the two teams earlier in the season.
The second half was more of the same. The Lady Patriots never took their foot off the pedal, continuing to dominate possession and control the game. The team built confidently from the back, linked up well through midfield, and produced several perfectly timed through balls that sliced open the Cove FC defence. It was an outstanding team performance, with every player contributing both in attack and defence.
Full Time: Lady Patriots 12–0 Cove FC
Goalscorers:
Glodie – 3
Samantha – 3
Riziki – 3
Priscilla – 1
Charlotte – 1
Rosanna – 1
Another fantastic display from the Lady Patriots, showcasing their attacking quality, teamwork, and commitment across the full 90 minutes. The performance reflected the progress the squad has made throughout the season and highlighted the confidence and belief within the group as they continue to push towards their goals.
Div 4 - Keith Culley
A Friday evening game this week and seeing the Division 2 side play afterwards let's see if we can get the ball rolling. Visitors tonight the Dragons.
We are sitting together at the wrong end of the table so the 3pts would be a massive lift in Morale.
A changed line up incorporating a few young U18s and a guest player together with a guest striker done the trick.
Dominated the 1st half and half of the second half saw the girls record their 1st home win of the season 2 zip.
I could disect this game but seeing it’s been a long time between drinks let’s just say the whole squad added their part with no spectator's.
Singing in the changing rooms authorised
Too late for that already onto the chorus.
Back half of the season girls. Let's finish with a big statement. We are not going ANYWHERE !
U14’s - Chris Bowes
I was worried about this game as while we played quite well in our 7-0 win v Salisbury Inter last round, we haven’t been focused or switched on. Noting that we have a tough month of football coming up with games against 2nd, 4th, 5th and 3rd respectively, we can’t afford to become complacent.
We were down 4 players this week due to family commitments and travel interstate and overseas, but fortunately Tea Tree Gully were in a similar situation and fielded 11 v 12 on our side. The day didn’t start well with girls arriving late and the warm up resembling an U8s kick around, so I wasn’t a happy coach to be honest. In the pre-game talk, I reminded the girls that while we were down a number of players this week, we are team of good players across the board and so despite that, we have the talent and fitness to beat Gully.
The girls responded well with Apuk Baak scoring inside 30 seconds and again on 8 minutes with left-back-now-attacking-midfielder, Nimiska Sirwal making it 3-0 after just 9 minutes. Relief. The early goal from Apuk certainly switched us on and while our play was a bit clumsy and we were pushing the ball forward rather than passing our way into space, we did go on to score two more goals through Liya Ratthanachan and Leilah Kaneza to give us a 5-0 half-time lead. I asked the girls to play wider and let the ball do the running. It took us 10 minutes to get our 6th through Leilah Kaneza and on 48 minutes Apuk Baak topped off a great game with a goal to seal her hat-trick and put us 7-0 up. Party time after that as Isla Kain, who has played tremendously well in her 7 appearances this season made it 8-0 on 53 minutes. A great reward for Isla who once again chased and chased and never lost her energy. Leilah Kaneza scored her third on 56 minutes before Savannah Balawakula moved from right back to striker as a cameo and as always when she gets her chance, bashed her way past defenders to force one home to make it 10-0.
While this wasn’t a vintage performance, I was pleased the girls did put in some real effort after not really looking focused pre-game. The win is our 7th in a row and we are 13 wins and 1 draw from our last 14 having not lost since March. It’s great, but it wins us nothing. Next week we play Adelaide Olympic in what is a TITLE DECIDER!!!
Patriot Girl Power!!!
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