Year 6 - BSYL, 18th February

The Greens faced a tough game against the Golden Hill Sonics - and missing half the squad because of half-term made that challenge even stiffer. Once again we were thankful for the arrival of the cavalry in the shape of Henry, Harrison and Joseph, but on this occasion not even the year 5's could save us.

The Sonics started the stronger and within 10 minutes we found ourselves 3-0 down. As the first half progressed the Greens found their feet and managed a good goal scored by Harrison to give us hope. Spurred on we created another very good chance when the Sonics keeper saved a shot from Danny with his legs but we failed to close the gap further. Second half, and once more the Sonics took control scoring another three goals to seal a well deserved victory.

The game was a sad way to say goodbye to Ian who has gone from strength to strength this season and will be sorely missed by Foxes - Green and White alike.

The Whites went into the weekend looking relatively comfortable in terms of numbers but a last minute injury and an unforeseen diary clash left us with just enough for what was always going to be a tough game away against a good Stoke Lane side. In the end we managed to get an even share of 8 goals in a thrilling and evenly matched contest.

Stoke Lane started the better with the wind at their backs and were 2 up within 15 minutes. Joey burst through the middle to pull one back for the Foxes, before a third goal put the home side 3-1 up at the break. The second half saw the Foxes create more pressure and more chances and a well taken brace from Raul Gibson drew us level. Stoke Lane took the lead again before Owen tipped over the bar to prevent the home team going further ahead and then Sam crashed the ball home in the dying seconds to capture a point.

Special mention, and the captain's armband, must go to Jacob who played the whole game at the back, curtailing his desire to join attack and putting the team's needs first in a great performance.