Football Update

U13 Football

Our U13 girls’ footballers played their first round fixture of the English Schools Cup last Thursday against local rivals, Park House School. It was our Year 7s first taste of cup action and they were more than up for it! Considering it was the first time our Year 7s and 8s had played together, they played some excellent football – working really well as a team and trusting each other on the ball. Our girls ran out 7-0 winners but could have been so much more if not for a fantastic goalkeeping performance from the Park House keeper. Goals came from Alice, Freya and Olivia. Well played girls and bring on the next round!

U14 Football

On Monday, our U14 girls’ football team played their 2nd round English Schools Cup game against St Helen & St Katharine School. After the disappointment of our first-round opponents giving us the win without even playing, it was great to see the girls back playing together again. The girls played really well and ended up comfortable 5-1 winners. Jessie got us off to a flyer with an absolute peach from long range, which really set the tone. Our other goals came from Alice (3) and Eva. In goal Helena made some great saves and we had some fantastic last-ditch tackles from Maya to keep us well in control. It was a great result on Miss Bilcliff’s birthday and a huge thanks to Bella’s mum who baked homemade brownies, which went down a treat. Well done to all involved and bring on the next round!

U18 Football

The girls played a fantastic game last week, showing great teamwork and determination throughout the match. St Helen & St Katharine School took an early lead, but our team responded by applying relentless pressure. Mya brought us level with a well-taken goal, making it 1-1 at halftime.

The second half saw St Bart’s come out strong, dominating possession and earning a 2-1 lead, again by Mya. However, an unfortunate break allowed the opposition to equalise, bringing the score to 2-2.

A pivotal moment came when Scarlett, in an attempt to stop an attack with a spectacular flying slide tackle, was just shy of reaching the ball. This resulted in a penalty being awarded to St Helen & St Katharine, which they converted to take a 3-2 lead.

Late in the game, Olivia delivered a perfect corner to the near post, where Mya pulled off an incredible overhead kick to find the back of the net, making it 3-3 at full time.

In extra time, both teams fought hard, with St Bart’s largely dominating play. However, another unfortunate break saw St Helen and St Katherine score, ending the game 4-3 in their favour.

All the girls put in incredible performances, with special mention to Tara and Evie for sharing goalkeeping duties and making crucial saves. Player of the match goes to Scarlett for her amazing strong defending throughout the game.