Result: 1 - 1 draw
Player of the day: Andy for turning defence into attack.
Areas to develop: Playing like we did in the 2nd half for the whole game.
Highlights: I thought the 2nd half was the best half we have ever played.
Luckily we had an early game because it rained heavily later on, but it took us half the game to wake up.
The Stokes Valley goal was an opportunistic goal scored into a strong gale force wind, but to their credit they got themselves in a position to score.
Our goal was scored in the second half also into the wind after some brilliant team work and solid passing.
Aaron was playing on his unfavoured right wing, but I believe it gave him a better chance to use his strong left foot, which he did to even up the match.
We had a number of chances to win the match, but unfortunately none of the shots got over the line.
Having 5 midfielders made better use of the field and pushed more play out to our wings, creating better opportunities.
We haven't lost a game when we've played with our Nike ball, or with our smart white uniforms.
Sam was captain for the day and won the toss to play with the wind, hoping to get a few goals early. Sam got involved in the play and I was impressed with many of his passes.
Aaron positioned himself well on the right wing and worked well with Andy (who was in defence). Aaron had some good strikes and the goal he scored was (in my view) his best of the season. The photo above is seconds before Aaron (in jersey #10) got the ball & scored.
Andy had a strong game in defence, was able to tackle and pass the ball up the field to put pressure on the opposition goal.
JD was unlucky not to score 2 or 3 times. He positioned himself well and put pressure on the goalie, chasing shots at goal.
Amanda played in the midfield before moving up to striker. She tackled positively and made some good passes.
Josh made a good save as goalie in the second half (thanks for stepping up & being goalie Josh). In the first half, he was useful in the midfield and took a wild kick, but battled on.
Cameron played his usual enthusiastic game. I gave him the extra responsibility of organising the mid-field around him. He has the gift of predicting where the play is likely to be & positions himself well.
Bosco's boot once again proved decisive in changing the direction of the play. I was impressed with his optimism when he had a go at goal from the halfway line - into the wind!
Vinnie played his first half in goal and the second on the left wing. He was skillful with the ball at his feet and created some useful space down the wing.
I was impressed with Vincent's positioning. Before the game I asked him to be where the ball was going to be and he obviously he worked at this. He created some excellent scoring opportunities and focused on playing a team game.
AJ was denied a goal but it was a lovely strike which the keeper did well to save. AJ was useful in the midfield when moving the ball up field.
Liam played most of the game as striker and made some great passes and was involved in our goal. He finished the game as a defender and tackled well.
Cody was solid as an attacking defender. I was impressed when Cody moved forward with the ball and created opportunities for the mid-fielders and strikers.
If we can consolidate the excellent play in the second half and play like that for the whole game we will be a very formidable team.
Player of the day: Andy for turning defence into attack.
Areas to develop: Playing like we did in the 2nd half for the whole game.
Highlights: I thought the 2nd half was the best half we have ever played.
Luckily we had an early game because it rained heavily later on, but it took us half the game to wake up.
The Stokes Valley goal was an opportunistic goal scored into a strong gale force wind, but to their credit they got themselves in a position to score.
Our goal was scored in the second half also into the wind after some brilliant team work and solid passing.
Aaron was playing on his unfavoured right wing, but I believe it gave him a better chance to use his strong left foot, which he did to even up the match.
We had a number of chances to win the match, but unfortunately none of the shots got over the line.
Having 5 midfielders made better use of the field and pushed more play out to our wings, creating better opportunities.
We haven't lost a game when we've played with our Nike ball, or with our smart white uniforms.
Sam was captain for the day and won the toss to play with the wind, hoping to get a few goals early. Sam got involved in the play and I was impressed with many of his passes.
Aaron positioned himself well on the right wing and worked well with Andy (who was in defence). Aaron had some good strikes and the goal he scored was (in my view) his best of the season. The photo above is seconds before Aaron (in jersey #10) got the ball & scored.
Andy had a strong game in defence, was able to tackle and pass the ball up the field to put pressure on the opposition goal.
JD was unlucky not to score 2 or 3 times. He positioned himself well and put pressure on the goalie, chasing shots at goal.
Amanda played in the midfield before moving up to striker. She tackled positively and made some good passes.
Josh made a good save as goalie in the second half (thanks for stepping up & being goalie Josh). In the first half, he was useful in the midfield and took a wild kick, but battled on.
Cameron played his usual enthusiastic game. I gave him the extra responsibility of organising the mid-field around him. He has the gift of predicting where the play is likely to be & positions himself well.
Bosco's boot once again proved decisive in changing the direction of the play. I was impressed with his optimism when he had a go at goal from the halfway line - into the wind!
Vinnie played his first half in goal and the second on the left wing. He was skillful with the ball at his feet and created some useful space down the wing.
I was impressed with Vincent's positioning. Before the game I asked him to be where the ball was going to be and he obviously he worked at this. He created some excellent scoring opportunities and focused on playing a team game.
AJ was denied a goal but it was a lovely strike which the keeper did well to save. AJ was useful in the midfield when moving the ball up field.
Liam played most of the game as striker and made some great passes and was involved in our goal. He finished the game as a defender and tackled well.
Cody was solid as an attacking defender. I was impressed when Cody moved forward with the ball and created opportunities for the mid-fielders and strikers.
If we can consolidate the excellent play in the second half and play like that for the whole game we will be a very formidable team.
2 comments:
My Saturday's just wouldn't be complete without reading your comments on the days game, looking at the photo's etc. I have to admit to scanning the sideline to see if there are any family members stood there as well as looking for Cody on the field. I like the new shirts, they are quite stunning. Keep up the good work, the team are doing great.
Thanks for your comments. Cody has some real talent as do his brothers. I'd like to see them play in a school team next season.
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