Thanks very much to all the girls and parents who supported the event this morning. It was a great turnout and we will have raised some money for the club but also shown to the other managers and the Chairman that we are a big part of this club and the girls set up is strong. This will benefit us with getting continued funding and support from the club.
In the tournament, congratulations to the orange bib side and thanks to all the girls who took part in the penalty shootout.
For some unknown reason, there was no section in the programme regarding the u14 girls, despite text being sent through. So here is what was sent to the programme editor:
AFC Waverton u14 Girls
Another good season for the u14 girls team in the 7 a side Wallasey Junior League. Because of the double age bands the team is made up of half Y8 and half Y9 girls and always takes time to gel as the composition changes every season. We've had some great games this season including a fantastic 7-7 draw with Upton in early October and a tremendous run in at the end of the season when we won at Wirral Hawks 5-1, drew with Greenleas in a thrilling 2-2 encounter and beat Ridgewood Rangers 5-4 in the last home game, a truly stunning advert for the girls game with football as good as you will see at junior level anywhere. The bad weather in the winter provided some challenging conditions but the girls stuck to the task admirably. In goal, Lucie Parkinson was a real star voted player of the match by the opposition more times than anyone else and her consistent bravery and agility showed she is clearly the best keeper in the League. Caitlin Brooks ended up leading goalscorer once again with 18 amazing since she can only play every other game and Rebecca Bower topped the most appearances table, missing just one of the 22 competitive matches all season. Lily Worden scored the goal of the season, a screaming long range effort against Upton, whilst once again squad captain Kiera Berry consistently dominated the middle of the park. Elia Williams demonstrated her tricky skills every week, Ellie Riste and Emma Harrison were solid at the back and new girls Lauren Walsh and Kate Pulford came on in leaps and bounds towards the end of the campaign. Don't let anyone believe the girls game is weak , three of our girls had to make appearances in A&E this season but all came straight back for more. They are real tough cookies. The girls have been an absolute pleasure to work with all season, have a tremendous spirit, and they should all be proud of what they have achieved.
Mike Worden and Heather Scheuber
Remember Weds 6 July is the Pizza and Presentation evening at the Ring of Bells. We're also looking at a day out before the end of term. Ideas were discussed this morning. Watch this space.
