Foxes open strongly at Downend to top table
The
Foxes U13 Girls started the new BGL season confidently with a convincing away
win at Downend. The home side battled hard, played fair, had several skilful
moments and never once let their heads drop. Ultimately, however, they could
not contain the Foxes' formidable firepower, slick passing and pace down the
flanks.
All
of the new additions to the squad, having made their debuts in the glittering
summer tournament season earlier this year, fitted seamlessly into the 9-a-side
game. Lauren proved a dangerous and tricky raider on the left side, and her
debut Foxes' league goal was a just reward. Millie T likewise got on the score
sheet and displayed her impressive speed throughout. Emily was not greatly
troubled in defence in the first half but took the opportunity to make her
trademark powerful runs from deep. And Zoe's power and tenacity just
proved too much for the Downend defence, resulting in a rare but thoroughly
deserved double hattrick. Does she get to keep two match balls for that?
Elsewhere
the squad 'veterans' showed no signs of summer rustiness. The mighty minis on
the wings, Ella and Mara, went through their whole repertoire of dribbles,
tricks and runs to give the full backs a tough afternoon. Both added their
names to the score sheet from close range, with the pick of the goals being
Mara's volleyed second after a slick Lulu-initiated passing move down the
right. Rhiannon was back with her 'ghosty' runs, assists for goals, and a rare
but welcome goal from a long range 'speculator' into the top of the net. Molly
and Amelia always looked confident and assured in the tackle and on the ball,
and never really let their opponents get past them or have a sight of goal.
Special
mentions to keepers (for a half each) Lulu and Emily for their patience and
vigilance, even when there wasn't too much action at their end. Lulu did manage
to spot an interesting butterfly at one point. Commiserations must go to the
tireless but unlucky Sim. Sometimes the ball went wide, sometimes over the top.
Several times the brave Downend keeper denied her, on one occasion tipping a
shot onto the bar then calmly catching the rebound. It just would not go in.
Better luck next time, Sim - some poor team are going to suffer when you
rediscover your scoring boots.
Overall,
a very enjoyable afternoon in the sunshine for the Foxes, on an excellent
pitch, against friendly and sporting hosts for whom easier and better days will
surely lie ahead.
Captain
of the week: Emily
Girl
of the Game: it has to be "six shooter" Zoe
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