U13 Football
The U13 girls delivered a phenomenal performance in their match against Charters School in Ascot. The game began evenly, with both teams creating counterattacking opportunities, but it wasn’t long before St Bart’s began to dominate. St Bart’s quickly found their rhythm and produced moments of brilliance.
Freya (8P1) opened the scoring with a stunning shot from outside the box, assisted by Olivia (8E3). Taking on multiple players, Freya slotted the ball into the bottom left corner. Olivia (8E3) doubled the lead with a screamer into the top right corner, crossing the keeper from outside the box after an excellent pass from Alice (8D1). Alice (8D1) joined the scoresheet with a powerful left-footed strike from outside the box, assisted by Jessie (8D1). A shot from Freya (8P1), set up by Amy (7D2), was fumbled by the goalkeeper and rolled into the net to make it four. Jessie (8D1) added a fifth just before half-time, firing into the top left corner from just inside the box after being set up by Freya (8P1).
By half-time, we had stormed ahead with a 5-0 lead.
St Bart’s carried their momentum into the second half with outstanding linkage play. Alice (8D1), with a precise finish, scored her second goal, assisted by Tilly (7D3). Olivia (8E3) took advantage of a clever pass from Freya (8P1), slotting in a simple tap-in. A rebound from a shot by Amy (7D2) fell kindly to Alice (8D1), who completed her hattrick by calmly placing it in the back of the net. Another tap-in from Olivia (8E3), following excellent work and a pass from Alice (8D1), brought the score to 9-0. Alice (8D1) performed a side-footed finish, showing her strength and precision. Alice (8D1) then capped off her outstanding performance with yet another goal, a simple tap-in. Although Charters had one through ball that threatened St Bart’s goal, Rosie (8D1) and Isla (8E3) quickly stopped the attack, allowing Freya (7D2) in goal to safely collect the ball. The final goal came from Freya (8P1), who volleyed the ball down the middle of the goal after a pinpoint cross from Olivia (8E3).
An incredible 12-0 win!
Player Performances:
The entire team displayed incredible skill and determination:
- Freya (7D2): Exceptional in goal, keeping a well-earned clean sheet.
- Poppy (8D2) and Rosie (8D1): Solid in defence, ensuring Charters posed no threat.
- Lucia (7D3): Dominated defensively, breaking down attacks effectively.
- Jessie (8D1): Controlled the midfield with crucial passes and excellent vision.
- Isla (8E3), Tilly (7D3), and Freya (8D2): Brilliant midfield runs and excellent passing.
- Olivia (8E3) and Amy (7D2): Delivered exceptional crosses, creating numerous opportunities.
- Alice (8D1) and Freya (8P1): Unstoppable upfront, taking their chances.
Player of the Match: Alice (8D1) was awarded Player of the Match for her remarkable strength and finishing ability, scoring an incredible five goals. Mrs Stevens is super proud of their outstanding performance and exceptional teamwork, securing a dominant 12-0 victory and onto the next round of the County Cup!
