As strong first half performance from the Whites saw them wrap up a comfortable win against Shirehampton. All of the goals came in the first half with the Foxes taking a 2-0 lead through Joey and Raul before Shirehampton pulled one back with a fine shot from the edge of the area. Two more goals from the Foxes, Joey - again - and Sonny, settled the outcome as the Foxes raced to a 4-1 lead.
Shirehampton kept battling and created more chances in the second half, only to be denied by some great defending from Harri and Seb and excellent keeping from Owen Paton. Harri won the captain's armband not least for a splendid goal-line clearance.
Well played all.
Monday, 5 March 2012
Saturday, 3 March 2012
Y2 v Shirehampton Colts (H)
It was won one, lost three against Shirehampton Colts. The Foxes put up some battling performances and were unlucky to come away on the wrong side of the results.
The 'reds' found their first game difficult but some excellent defending kept the game tight. However, shirehampton squeezed in a goal and came away with a 1-0 win.
In the other game, the 'blues' immediately found their rythme and after only a few minutes took the lead when Samuel fired home. Minutes later and it was 2-0 as Rajiv got on the scoresheet with a lovely goal from the edge of the area that gave the Colt's goalkeeper no chance; and it would have been three had Acer's penalty not struck the post, awarded after he was brought down when through on goal. The Colts pulled a goal back and it looked as though it would be a nervy last ten minutes until Samuel's persistence was rewarded with a third goal.
The teams swapped opponents and played another 20 minute game. This time the 'reds' took control of the game and just could not find a way to score, despite a fantastic midfield performance, lead by Jamie. They went behind to a penalty awarded for handball, and in the dying minutes, the Colts scored a second with a breakaway goal and arguably the best goal scored against the Foxes this season with a wonderful shot from the right into the top left hand corner. A goal worthy of winning any game, but you couldn't fault the Foxes performance.
The 'blues' also found themselves on the wrong side of a 2-0 scoreline, this time in a very even game. Two clinical finishes gave the Colts a victory they probably just deserved. Despite the results though, the Foxes should be proud of their performance against a strong Colts squad.
The 'reds' found their first game difficult but some excellent defending kept the game tight. However, shirehampton squeezed in a goal and came away with a 1-0 win.
In the other game, the 'blues' immediately found their rythme and after only a few minutes took the lead when Samuel fired home. Minutes later and it was 2-0 as Rajiv got on the scoresheet with a lovely goal from the edge of the area that gave the Colt's goalkeeper no chance; and it would have been three had Acer's penalty not struck the post, awarded after he was brought down when through on goal. The Colts pulled a goal back and it looked as though it would be a nervy last ten minutes until Samuel's persistence was rewarded with a third goal.
The teams swapped opponents and played another 20 minute game. This time the 'reds' took control of the game and just could not find a way to score, despite a fantastic midfield performance, lead by Jamie. They went behind to a penalty awarded for handball, and in the dying minutes, the Colts scored a second with a breakaway goal and arguably the best goal scored against the Foxes this season with a wonderful shot from the right into the top left hand corner. A goal worthy of winning any game, but you couldn't fault the Foxes performance.
The 'blues' also found themselves on the wrong side of a 2-0 scoreline, this time in a very even game. Two clinical finishes gave the Colts a victory they probably just deserved. Despite the results though, the Foxes should be proud of their performance against a strong Colts squad.
Sunday, 26 February 2012
Oscars all round for Y6 Girls at Thornbury
Have you noticed?
Silence is cool again.
They reckon a silent film - The Artist - will win a hatful of prizes at the Oscars tonight.
And we've got our own Silent Star to reward.
Jo "The Motivator" Davis demonstrated a steely new resolve at Thornbury as she kept the encouragement up but the decibels down on the sidelines.
It's all part of a cunning new plan, and it paid off.
The idea is that if the coaches shout, the players don't. So silent coaches leave space for Foxes to call for the ball, urge each other on, spot the danger girls on the other side.
It worked, kind of.
Against our toughest opponents, the Foxes played their best team football yet.
Sophie M led out a strong team of Anna D, Phoebe, Bryony, Ella T, Emily C, and Emily B in goal. For the first half, they held their own. Nearly scored, and apart from one miskick which was clinically punished, kept the Falcons out. Some lovely moves, often three or four passes strung together with intent, and all bossed from the midfield by Sophie. (Don't worry, Soph, 'bossing' is good on a pitch!)
Special mention to Phoebe for a beautiful header which turned the game around.
Then it was t'other Sophie's turn, Sophie HR. Her team had Marielle in goal, Ella C, Paige, Molly R, Abby, Sophie C, and Erin. This lot played way above themselves.
Some brilliant moments: Molly R taking a through ball on her thigh, controlling it, passing it on to Sophie C who nearly scored. Abby intercepting a high ball with the back of her neck, turning and - oh yes - volleying back. And in the final game, some astonishing goalkeeping by Marielle who threw herself on the ground and saved unfeasibly often.
A great morning's football, albeit ultimately unrewarded by points. Sophie Ms team went down by a few goals, Sophie HRs team came home with a 0-0 draw.
So to our Oscars.
Bravest Fox - for literally putting her body on the line: Marielle
Coolest New Move: Abby for the 'necker'
Most Improved Fox: Molly R
Most Impregnable Defender: Ella T, never missed a tackle.
Most Dogged Fox: Anna D and Sophie M combined - ran till the last whistle, and beyond. Great work guys
Girl of the Game : Phoebe, for that epic header
And of course, the Self Control Award, for astonishing restraint: Jo "The Quiet One" Davis.
Silence is cool again.
They reckon a silent film - The Artist - will win a hatful of prizes at the Oscars tonight.
And we've got our own Silent Star to reward.
Jo "The Motivator" Davis demonstrated a steely new resolve at Thornbury as she kept the encouragement up but the decibels down on the sidelines.
It's all part of a cunning new plan, and it paid off.
The idea is that if the coaches shout, the players don't. So silent coaches leave space for Foxes to call for the ball, urge each other on, spot the danger girls on the other side.
It worked, kind of.
Against our toughest opponents, the Foxes played their best team football yet.
Sophie M led out a strong team of Anna D, Phoebe, Bryony, Ella T, Emily C, and Emily B in goal. For the first half, they held their own. Nearly scored, and apart from one miskick which was clinically punished, kept the Falcons out. Some lovely moves, often three or four passes strung together with intent, and all bossed from the midfield by Sophie. (Don't worry, Soph, 'bossing' is good on a pitch!)
Special mention to Phoebe for a beautiful header which turned the game around.
Then it was t'other Sophie's turn, Sophie HR. Her team had Marielle in goal, Ella C, Paige, Molly R, Abby, Sophie C, and Erin. This lot played way above themselves.
Some brilliant moments: Molly R taking a through ball on her thigh, controlling it, passing it on to Sophie C who nearly scored. Abby intercepting a high ball with the back of her neck, turning and - oh yes - volleying back. And in the final game, some astonishing goalkeeping by Marielle who threw herself on the ground and saved unfeasibly often.
A great morning's football, albeit ultimately unrewarded by points. Sophie Ms team went down by a few goals, Sophie HRs team came home with a 0-0 draw.
So to our Oscars.
Bravest Fox - for literally putting her body on the line: Marielle
Coolest New Move: Abby for the 'necker'
Most Improved Fox: Molly R
Most Impregnable Defender: Ella T, never missed a tackle.
Most Dogged Fox: Anna D and Sophie M combined - ran till the last whistle, and beyond. Great work guys
Girl of the Game : Phoebe, for that epic header
And of course, the Self Control Award, for astonishing restraint: Jo "The Quiet One" Davis.
Tuesday, 21 February 2012
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.
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.
Sunday, 22 January 2012
BSYL - Yr 6 - 21st January
This weekend saw the fabulous year 5's ride to the rescue of an under-strength year 6 squad.
The Greens won an end-to-end clash with Brislington JFC, with the result in doubt until the final whistle. Brislington took an early lead when a good passing move was well finished but the the Foxes struck back almost immediately with a flowing break-away goal, expertly finished by Omar. The Foxes extended their lead before half-time through Henry and Joseph. In the second half Brislington came into the game as we tired and created a number of good chances. The Foxes were indebted to their Danny who pulled off a string of good saves, allowing the home team to hold on for a hard fought 3-1 victory.
The Whites played the Buccaneers Reds and an exciting game with chances at both ends saw the Buccaneers come out on top. We started slowly and the Reds created and took two early chances to put them in front. When we began to settle, Sonny was unlucky on at three occasions to hit the post or crossbar. The Reds extended their lead just before half-time when a fine long range shot came down off the bar to be stabbed over the line. The second half saw both teams play good attacking football, forcing both keepers into fine saves. Another Reds' goal, after a fine save from Owen again rebounded kindly for the Reds, took the score to 4-0. The Foxes never gave up and scored two great late goals from Sonny and Raul, with a brilliant header.
The Greens won an end-to-end clash with Brislington JFC, with the result in doubt until the final whistle. Brislington took an early lead when a good passing move was well finished but the the Foxes struck back almost immediately with a flowing break-away goal, expertly finished by Omar. The Foxes extended their lead before half-time through Henry and Joseph. In the second half Brislington came into the game as we tired and created a number of good chances. The Foxes were indebted to their Danny who pulled off a string of good saves, allowing the home team to hold on for a hard fought 3-1 victory.
The Whites played the Buccaneers Reds and an exciting game with chances at both ends saw the Buccaneers come out on top. We started slowly and the Reds created and took two early chances to put them in front. When we began to settle, Sonny was unlucky on at three occasions to hit the post or crossbar. The Reds extended their lead just before half-time when a fine long range shot came down off the bar to be stabbed over the line. The second half saw both teams play good attacking football, forcing both keepers into fine saves. Another Reds' goal, after a fine save from Owen again rebounded kindly for the Reds, took the score to 4-0. The Foxes never gave up and scored two great late goals from Sonny and Raul, with a brilliant header.
Year 6 Fountains Trophy Cup - 14th Jan
On a frosty pitch, Westbury Park Foxes Greens edged past Buccaneers FC Whites in the preliminary round of the U11s Fountains Trophies Cup. With both sides coping well with the conditions and playing some good passing football the match remained 0-0, until with ten minutes to go Danny fired a shot in from the left which wriggled past the unlucky Buccaneers' keeper and took the Foxes into the lead. The Buccaneers kept pushing hard for the equaliser but stout defending from the Foxes saw them through to the final whistle for a deserved victory.
Saturday, 21 January 2012
Y2 v Bishop Road (H)
A return fixture against Bishop Road, on a blustery Saturday morning. We split the squad into two teams, and played two matches.
The 'reds' found it tough going in the first half with the wind against them. The two teams were fairly evenly matched and creating chances was difficult. Just before half time, though, Bishop Road took the lead with a fine shot into the far corner. In the second half, the game flowed from end to end with outstanding contributions from Jacob and Jess. Bishop Road added a second goal with a few minutes to go when their striker was in the right place at the right time following a fine save by Alex, for what was a well-deserved victory.
In the 'blues' game, both teams also found the conditions made fluid football dificult. In the second half, with the wind behind them, the Foxes took the lead when Samuel broke free of the defence and dispatched the ball into the top corner giving the goalkeeper no chance. Mid-way through the half, Acer made it 2-0 after a Messi-like run and the Foxes ran out comfortable and happy winners.
So, despite the conditions, two enjoyable and rewarding games, and it was fitting that the day would end with the honours even.
The 'reds' found it tough going in the first half with the wind against them. The two teams were fairly evenly matched and creating chances was difficult. Just before half time, though, Bishop Road took the lead with a fine shot into the far corner. In the second half, the game flowed from end to end with outstanding contributions from Jacob and Jess. Bishop Road added a second goal with a few minutes to go when their striker was in the right place at the right time following a fine save by Alex, for what was a well-deserved victory.
In the 'blues' game, both teams also found the conditions made fluid football dificult. In the second half, with the wind behind them, the Foxes took the lead when Samuel broke free of the defence and dispatched the ball into the top corner giving the goalkeeper no chance. Mid-way through the half, Acer made it 2-0 after a Messi-like run and the Foxes ran out comfortable and happy winners.
So, despite the conditions, two enjoyable and rewarding games, and it was fitting that the day would end with the honours even.
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