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This weekend saw the last league fixtures
of the season, along with the final Junior Kickers Festival at Burgess
Hill.
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Under 11's played a double header with Sovereign Saints at home
and finished their season on a high with two good wins consolidating
a good final fourth position in the league. Well done!
The Under 15's were technically away against Newhaven, but as Newhaven
were unable to provide a pitch, the match was played out at Telscombe
Playing Fields. The game finished with a 0 - 7 defeat, but the girls
rounded the season off on a good note by going to the carvery followed
by bowling at the Marina (well done to Paige who won one game and
Lydia's mum who won the adults game - please could someone let me
know who won the other game?).
There are various Summer tournaments coming up for all of the age
groups so make sure you remember to check the website for the latest
information as some details may well be subject to change. Your
manager will contact you nearer the time to check your availibility,
but generally speaking, the tournaments are great fun for everyone!
Yesterday was the final Saturday training session of the season
and from Thursday (1st May) training will comprise of fun evening
sessions which will be held for all age groups between 6 - 7.30pm
every Thursday until the end of June.
However, we do have an extra fun session next Saturday 3rd May
between 10 - 11.30am for all age groups, whereby players from Chelsea
Ladies will be attending the session, so make sure you are there!
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This weekend saw the first fixtures
for four weeks due to one thing or another.
The Under 11's finally got to to play their last game against Newhaven,
but without several key players, the going was a little tough to
say the least. Full credit to Newhaven though as they have really
improved during the season and well deserved the 2 -2 draw at the
final whistle.
The Under 15's were up against it again with two players short,
however they started well and put together some good pasages of
play (as Steve P might say!). However as the game drew towards its
close, it was clear that the players were exhausted and their concentration
was beginning to lapse as we conceeded several late goals. We were
even awarded a penalty during the second half, but the Worthing
keeper made a fabulous save - it was just not going to be our day!
Next weekend will see the final league fixtures being played out
with both the Under 11's and Under 15's at home again.
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As I am sure you are all probably aware,
last weekend saw rather unseasonal wintery conditions in the form
of snow. I of course didn't witness these scenes as I was on a warm
beach in Spain!
However, the poor Under 11's again bore the brunt of these extreme
scenes as they were due to play Newhaven at 10.30am. It was eventually
agreed by both teams to call the game off and Alan Burr kindly took
these pictures to show just how quickly the conditions deteriorated.
The Under 15's were also due to play away at Newhaven in the afternoon,
but needless to say this game was also called off.
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Here’s a fact: young footballers
can have all the skills in the world but without the proper nutritional
support, they won’t be as fit as they could be and their performances
will suffer.
They won’t be able to train as hard or as long, so won’t
improve their play, and during games run the risk of getting tired.
How they perform during games and training depends on what they
eat and drink before, during and after each match or session. If
they eat and drink the right stuff, they will improve. Follow our
advice and they’ll be a bundle of energy out on the pitch!
First off, let’s look at the essential nutrients young footballers
need to be eating, and the foods they’re found in.
- Simple carbohydrates: Sweets, cakes,
soft drinks, jam
- Complex carbohydrates: Rice, bread, pasta,
potatoes, cereals, fruit
- Saturated fats: Butter, margarine, cheese,
pasties
- Unsaturated fats: Sunflower oil, salmon,
nuts
- Protein: Milk, chicken, eggs, fish, yoghurt
- Vitamins and minerals: Fruit, vegetables,
dairy products
- Fibre: Seeds, peas, beans
- Water: Foods, drinks, formulated sports
drinks
Footballers need increased energy to gain that extra edge, and
that’s most commonly found in carbohydrate. Now, in a healthy
diet, 55-60% of it should come from carbohydrate, but for footballers,
it’s even higher - as much as 70%!
Of course, players need other nutrients too and it’s not
easy to get the perfect intake of carbohydrate from eating a regular
three meals a day. The way to do it is by snacking - snacks play
a crucial role in a player’s diet, especially if eaten immediately
after training or a match. That’s when the energy stores in
the muscles which have just been working are best refuelled.
Snack Attack! These snacks are high in carbohydrate
but low in fat
- Banana, jam or honey sandwiches
- Muesli bars or sweetened popcorn
- Fruit cake, currant buns, scones, American muffins
- Crumpets, bagels, English muffins, scotch pancakes
- Pop Tarts, rusks and cereal
- Jelly cubes
- Jaffa cakes, wine gums, jelly babies
- Low fat rice pudding, bread pudding
- Yoghurts and milkshakes
- Fruit and dried fruit
Source: The Football Association
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