Boys U11's Lightning - Leamington Foundation Black
Leamington Foundation Black 6 V 0 Stockton Lightning U11s
Expecting a tough task against tier 1 opposition in the cup, we took the short journey to Campion School to face a Leamington side this morning.
First thing to say is another poor pitch to play on, highlights how lucky we are at Stockton.
This was a strange game for us despite losing 6-0 there was very little in the two sides ability.
First half, they started very strong, taking it to another level physically than we’ve been used to, a few of our players got knocks, so well done to the Stockton lads in matching them in that respect as the game went on.
Leamington had a ruthless forward which was the main difference in the game, any chance to strike was taken and looked a danger for a goal with every chance.
3-0 down at halftime, scratching our heads as to why and what we could do, Lightning raised their play and bossed the game for a long period, and it looked like we would challenge for a result if only we could get a goal back, it wasn’t to be and their fourth felt like a sucker punch and deflated us a little, although credit to the team, the effort didn’t stop.
I could tell you something good that every player did in this match against higher level opponents, outplaying them at times, so a lot to encourage and be positive about.
PPOTM ⚡️Fin A - identified as the danger man by the opposition, non stop midfield battling
CPOTM ⚡️Ralphie - consistent solid performances over the last few games, great defending and moving the ball forward
