Eastbourne Borough v Dynamo U11's
1st April 2006

Team: Jessica T (c), Rowanna, Olivia, Ocean, Meg, May, Jess M & Chloe (GK)

Manager's view:
This was the final fixture of the season and many U12's, with their parents had stayed, after their last match. Their's had been a great game to watch, coming back from 2-1 down to get a draw.

Our match started as if the players had watched and learnt from the U12's, not so, most of them had been playing in the sandpit!! Well, if that's what it takes for them to come out and perform as they did, so be it!!

A tremendous first half, in defence & attack, which enabled Olivia to have several shots on target. Only 1 goal was conceded in the last minute before half-time which was from a simple mistake in clearance.

In the second half an unfortunate own goal was conceded but all the players continued to play well, though it looked liked more of a struggle! However, the defence continued to battle then, from Ocean's pass out to Jessica T who crossed the ball in, Olivia was able to take an excellent shot & scored. Eastbourne then scored twice nearing the end of the match.

All the players gave 110%, particularly in doing what Paul had spoken about at the start and that was "moving on to the ball" and not waiting for the ball, particularly in defending. Doing this from the whistle meant that the other team were not able to get so organised.

In view of the fact that the home fixture was lost by 14-0, today showed how all the players have worked hard to improve their game and have succeeded. Well done to all of you, a great way to end this season.

Final score: Eastbourne Borough 4 (1) - Dynamos 1 (0)

Player of the match: Chloe. This was given for Chloe's brave keeping, particularly in the second half where there were some hard shots at her. I would like to mention that it was very difficult to pick one person and that there were two other contenders: Ocean for good organised defending & Olivia for trying so hard, particularly in the first half to get the team on the scoresheet. Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to say how May & Jess M are improving with every match and really becoming an important part of this team, well done to both!

Thanks to Paul for all your words of wisdom, to Joe for your work with the players and to all parents for your support during the season. It has been a real pleasure to be part of this U11's team, thanks to you all.

Sundays are REST days now!!

Dynamo U11's v East Grinstead
25th March 2007

Team: Jessica T (c), Rowanna, Olivia, Ocean, Megan, Jess M, May & Chloe

Manager's View:
As we had played East Grinstead at the beginning of the season and got a good result 2-2 I hoped that the return fixture would be similar. Unfortunately the first half couldn't have been more different. The opposition were allowed to play their game which resulted in conceding 6 goals.

At half-time Paul had a good chat and am pleased to say that all the players tried their best, putting in tackles and trying to win the ball which resulted in Ocean getting a shot on target which, unfortunately, hit the post. Only three goals were conceeded in this half and that was with only two in defence for the last ten minutes. This shows that the players had far more possession which made it far more difficult for the opposition to break away. There was much better play by the whole team.

It was not easy for the players after the first half but they went back on to the pitch and really tried. If all the players remember this and take it to our last fixture next weekend I'm sure the team can finish the season by giving it their best shot.

Final score: Dynamos 0 (0) - East Grinstead 9 (6)

Player of the match: Megan. For effort in trying to defend well throughout the match, not forgetting some really good throws!

Thanks to Paul M for refereeing and also Paul and Joe.

Seahaven Harriers v Dynamo U11's
18th March 2007

Team: Jessica T (c), Rowanna, Olivia, Ocean, Meg, May & Chloe (GK)

Manager's View:
At last a dry Sunday, just windy instead! Never mind, as just prior to kick-off, on being asked what would be good in this match the answer was goals, followed by EFFORT, suggested by Rowanna, spot on! Well, EFFORT was what we got from the first to the last whistle by all the players - it was great to see, especially after such a long break from fixtures.

During the first half, 2 goals were conceeded, from a couple of errors, then Meg decided to be on the scoresheet, but for Seahaven!! Other than that blip had a really good game, with maximum effort. Ocean & Rowanna also defended well with Chloe making several good saves throughout the match, good work.

The second half Ocean moved to mid field with May dropping back into defence, where she really showed the improvements already made in training, well done May.

There were several good runs from Jessica up the line with some good moves between her & Olivia. They both had a couple of shots, and Olivia nearly sneaked one just before the whistle. All the midfielders dropped back well to help in defense, without reminders, which was good to see.

Overall there appeared to be more awareness which led to improved team work - well done all of you! Two more fixtures with similar performances will be a positive end to the season which you all deserve.

Final Score: Seahaven Harriers 5 (3) - Dynamos 0 (0)

Player of the match: Rowanna. A really good performance in defence. Particularly in the second half when helping with the goal kicks together with moving up, on occasions, to help with an attack. Great work!

Thanks to Joe for help and input. Even though match was lost there were lots of positives to take from the it.

Hope all your Mum's had a happy, restful day!!

Withdean Youth v Dynamo U11's
28th January 2007

Team: Olivia (c), Jessica T, Rowanna, Ocean, Meg, Jess M & Chloe (GK)

Manager's view:
Unfortunately a second poor start in 2007, conceding 6 goals before half-time.Chloe, her first time in goal, did her very best and made many saves. The difficulty lay with the rest of the team who were just not in the game. Enough said about those 20 minutes!

The second half started with a much more positive approach, which was good to see. This proved to be a better match which showed in only conceding 2 further goals. The opposition manager commented on the difference in the two halves, so it proves you can all play as a team.

The next fixture is in two weeks. Remember the more positive second half and bring that determination so that you all have a much more enjoyable competitive game, regardless of the final score.

Final Score: Withdean Youth 8 (6) - Dynamos 0 (0)

Player of the match: Chloe. This was her first time in goal. Sometimes this award has been given for willingness to play in this difficult position at short notice. Not on this occasion - having asked all the players for their nomination they were unanimous and the reason given was also unanimous. Chloe played for the full 40 minutes with determination not to let goals passed her, she was beaten on several occasions, but it was not for the lack of trying. Well done Chloe you showed a really good match attitude and never gave up despite the score line.

Thanks to Paul and Joe.

Dynamo U11's v Newhaven Girls
14th January 2007

Team: Olivia, Jessica T, Rowanna (GK), Ocean, Meg, Jess M, May & Chloe

Manager's view:
A disappointing start to the match.

Paul clearly pointed out before the start that the players needed to go into action from the start. Unfortunately this didn't happen so Newhaven were able to score 2 goals in the first 10 minutes. So instead of being 1-1 at half-time the score line was 1-3. What a difference that could have made to the outcome especially as play was much better from then on! Please reflect on this as this wasn't the only match that goals have been conceded early on.

In view of this I would ask that players arrive 40 minutes before KO and that, with the help of parents, they arrive for the warm up really ready for action. Hopefully when the whistle blows it will be the team that played in the 2nd half and not the team that started today!!

Well done for the 2nd half, yes, 2 goals were conceded but generally all the players played better football.

Olivia scored a good goal, near the end, and had made several good runs up the pitch with the help of Jessica. Very encouraging and some lovely passes in from JT.

Rowanna had a difficult time in goal but made numerous good saves and really kept the team from a worse defeat - well done! Let's hope it's not left up to the keeper so much in our last matches.

Please remember this point: if it could have been 1-1 at half-time that would have meant a final result of 2-3. The team could even have come away with a draw, that is the importance of playing from the whistle!

Final score: Dynamos 2 (1) - Newhaven Girls 5 (3)

Scorers: Olivia, Jessica T

Player of the match: Jesssica T - a really excellent game (after the first few minutes). A fine goal, nearing the end of the first half, runs down the side with lovely passes in, but really, for me, it was so good to see determination and a desire to win. Well done today!

Thanks to Paul M for refereeing also to Joe and Paul.

Dynamo U11's v Eastbourne Borough - Challenge Cup Second Round
17th December 2006

Team: Olivia (c), Jessica T, Rowanna (GK), Ocean, Meg, May, Jess M & Chloe

Manager's view:
This is an easy report, praise all round!!

I must admit that I was not as positive as Paul for this game in view of the previous result of 0 - 14, especially as Anna had decided not to continue playing football. This was a disappointment in view of her ability.

However, there were 8 players who proved, through 40 minutes of hard work, how wrong I was!! My New Year resolution will be always to be positive whatever the odds!!

Our aim for the game was to try and defend well which Ocean, Meg & Jessica did really well, together with good saves from Rowanna. The midfield, Olivia, Chloe & May tried their best which resulted in a good shot on target from Olivia.

A clean sheet was kept for 12 minutes, a real achievement. Jessica was moved up into midfield and May dropped back into defence. Just before half-time Olivia took a penalty, struck it well but their keeper made a fine save. So 0 - 1 at half-time showed how well the players had all worked.

Unfortunately, there were a couple of mistakes during the early stage of the 2nd half enabling Eastbourne to score twice. But from then on good play was resumed!

Jess, having come on as substitute for Chloe after 7 minutes, went into defence and really played well - great to see Jess! Ocean was able to move further up the pitch on several occasions and even had a good shot on goal, well done! So the match ended with only 3 goals being conceded, what a difference to the previous score line and a tremendous achievement.

Final Score: Dynamos 0 (0) - Eastbourne Borough 3 (1)

Player of the match: Jessica T. It was difficult to choose a player as everyone worked really hard throughout. Meg who is getting the ball off opponents more often, May who made several good passes up the pitch, Rowanna who did a great job in goal together with those of you I have already mentioned. Jessica worked hard in defense and followed it up by playing well in the midfield position - it was a good 40 minutes of hard work, well done!

Thanks to Alan as referee, Joe for helping and Paul for his positive input and guidance!
I would like to take this opportunity of thanking all you parents! Your support is tremendous and very much appreciated! You may now rest from football and start cooking instead!!

HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR to all of you and have a lovely time, even if it isn't a REST!

Newhaven v Dynamo U11's
26th November 2006

Team: Olivia, Rowanna (GK), Jessica (Captain), Anna, Ocean, Meg, May, Jess & Chloe

Manager's view:
A windy but dry & sunny day at Tideway against Newhaven.

Paul and I, independently, both thought that, if possible, it would be good for the players to get on the score sheet early in the match so there were some positional changes. Olivia, Jessica T & Anna were in midfield and Ocean, Meg & Jess M in defence with Rowanna in goal.
The team started well with good attacking play which was rewarded by a goal 2 minutes into the match from Anna, just what we planned!! Well done.

There continued to be attempts on goal resulting in Olivia taking a lovely strike straight into the back of the net. Terrific! During the first half there was good defending and passing up the pitch, impressive play all round.

The second half was going to be more difficult as it was into the wind. However, the players continued to concentrate well, particularly in defence, with Meg & May doing their job well on the sides & Ocean, impressively, in the centre. Rowanna had to make some good saves in this half keeping a clean sheet for the team, good work!

May, Jess & Chloe came on for periods and all did well in their appointed position, helping the team in their first win of the season - thanks to each of you. It was a good all round performance and you well deserved the win - well done!!

Thanks to Paul for your help, and belief in the team, not forgetting the celebratory Macdonalds!! Also to Joe for your support.

Final score: Newhaven 0 (0) - Dynamos 2 (2)

Scorers: Anna, Olivia

Player of the match: Ocean. A really good hardworking performance in defence throughout the whole match, it was great to see!

Dynamo U11's v Withdean Youth 2000
12th November 2006

Team: Olivia (captain), Rowanna (GK 1st half), Jessica (GK 2nd half), Anna, Ocean, Meg, May, Jess & Chloe

Manager's view:
A slow start, particularly in defence, which enabled Withdean to get a goal 3 minutes into the match. But then the players 'woke up' and there was much better play both in defence and some good attacking play. About half-way through the half a penalty was awarded to Dynamos which Anna keenly took on. A great strike towards the top of the net but an equally good stunned save by the keeper! Great effort Anna, Chelsea would be proud!!

Rowanna made some good saves with equally good kicks up the field by Ocean and Jessica. Unfortunately Withdean took another opportunity and make it 2 - 0 at half-time.

During half-time the two minute silence was observed by the players.

The 2nd half started with Rowanna now in defence with Ocean and Chloe and Anna, Olivia & May in midfield. Much better start by all the players showing more competitive play. Jessica made several good saves and goal kicks with Rowanna clearing the ball well and Ocean showing more determination to get the ball off players, keep it up Ocean as you will gain in confidence.

Withdean managed another goal but not until the 12th minute but was followed by a 4th almost immediately after. Anna took a blow to the face and came off for a while, Meg came on and played well in a central defence position, good tackles and clearances. Anna returned to the game for the last 5 minutes, well done. Olivia and Anna worked really hard in midfield but again it was difficult getting the play out and into their half. There were some occasions when they managed to and this was good to see.

Lastly, I am aware that I have been making several changes to the players positions over the last few weeks, which doesn't make it easy for them, but it is the only way to see where they are strongest. Bearing this in mind I think generally it was a good performance - well done.

Thanks to Terry for standing in as Referee and to Jo for your help and support.

Final score: Dynamos 0 (0) - Withdean Youth 2000 4 (2)

Player of the match: Jess M. for her persistence in trying to get the ball off opponents and get involved. She has played less than anyone in matches and it was good to see more determination, good improvement Jess.

Marle Place Wanderers v Dynamo U11's
5th November 2006

Team: Olivia, Jess T, Jess M, Rowanna, Anna, Ocean, Meg, May, Chloe

Manager's view:
Good to have a complete team on another sunny match day.

The previous match against Marle Place was 0-11 so the pre-match talk was to try and reduce the score line.

Some changes in positions again; three in defence Ocean, Olivia & Meg with Rowanna in goal. Then three in midfield Jessica, Anna with May, Jess & Chloe taking it in turns on left. It was rather a nervous start which enabled MP to get on the score sheet but from then on all the players made a real effort to get into the game. Only 1 other goal was conceded during this half. Rowanna kept her cool and made some good saves which was helped by some good clearances off the goal line by the defence.

The second half began with another goal within 3 minutes but again there wasn't another for a further 10 minutes. Olivia had a shot from the half-way line, with the keeper off her line, good try. Megs throws were excellent and it was good to see Ocean trying to get the ball off the attacking player, much better. Anna tried her best to get the ball into the oppositions half, worked hard and was praised by MP's manager, it was also good to hear her motivating the team - good work. Olivia played well, mostly in defence, but was a stabilizing element in the centre with Jessica also working hard.

May, Jess and Chloe all showed an improvement in wanting to get the ball with far more involvement in the game - well done. Unfortunately, 3 goals were conceded in the last 5 minutes, 1 of which was well over the 20 minutes.

The match ended 0-7 which was a better score-line but more importantly the players showed far more determination making it more difficult for the opposition. This was repeated by the MP's manager who said that there was a definite improvement from the previous encounter. He also mentioned how well Rowanna had coped in goal, especially not being very experienced - thanks for staying in goal to the end.
Thanks to Joe for your help and support.

Final score: Marle Place Wanderers 7 (2) - Dynamos 0 (0)

Player of the match: Rowanna for sticking to a difficult task and seeing it through to the end. Your confidence grew during the match, it was good to see.

Dynamo U11's v Polegate Grasshoppers
29th October 2006

Team: Olivia (c), Jessica T, Rowanna (GK), Anna, Ocean, Meg, May & Chloe.

Manager's view:
Yet another sunny day!

Paul prepared the players with lots of encouragement plus some reminders of training sessions.

The team started well and for the first ten minutes most of the play was in Polegate's half. Meg, who was playing in midfield but appeared to be struggling after a short time, was substituted by Chloe. Polegate scored their first goal ten minutes into the half. After a short rest Meg played the last 5 minutes of the half up front, which gave May a rest.

During half-time Paul emphasised the importance of being involved in the game throughout the whole of the 20 minutes. The time that the players spent on the ball was good but there were gaps when Polegate were just allowed to play.

The second half began positively. However, Polegate got their second four minutes in and another halfway through. May came on to replace Megan up front so that she could go in goal, Rowanna replaced Chloe in midfield, who was struggling with a cold. Polegate got their fourth halfway through this half. Anna produced a good lofted shot which just went over the goal. She had already had a couple of other attempts during the match which was encouraging especially as she had been in goal for the other matches.

In the closing stage of the game Jessica took the corner, the ball was passed back to her and she managed a spot-on pass to Olivia who was just waiting to put the ball into the back of the net - between them it was a class act!

There was consistent good play by some team members, particularly Olivia, but it appeared that with others good play came in short bursts. It is difficult to perform well when feeling tired and certainly that did appear to be the reason, although a couple had colds.

The game ended on a high with the goal, which was good. Also this match was an improvement on the away fixture which ended 0 -5. Two positive points to take into next Sunday's away match.
Thank you to Terry for being the referee and also to Paul.

Final score: Dynamos 1 (0) - Polegate Grasshoppers 4 (1)

Scorer: Olivia

Player of the match: Megan for making the effort to play in the match when she wasn't really fully recovered from being unwell during the week. Not only that but she was willing to help in being the keeper during part of the second half - Thank you!

Dynamo U11's v Seahaven Harriers
15th October 2006

Team: Jessica T (c),Olivia, Rowanna, Ocean, Meg, May & Chloe.

Manager's view:
Another glorious day! Paul had given a great deal of thought to how the players could show their potential. So, with two members missing, there were some positional changes. He gave the team a very upbeat chat before the game, showing his faith in their ability.

With Rowanna in goal and Olivia in defence with Ocean, the match began. Seahaven showed that they were keen to get on the score sheet. However, the players worked well & Rowanna confidently made some good saves. The midfield players, Jessica & Meg particularly, showed toughness and determination against the opposition with Chloe also showing that she can win the ball. May, who was up front, had a couple of opportunities and tried her best in that position making a good attempt on goal. The half finished with the players not conceding a single goal which was a really good team performance.

With more positive words from Paul at the half time break, plus a few reminders(!), they were ready for action again!!

More good defensive work, kicks up the pitch and passing by Olivia & Ocean with help from Jessica & Meg. This meant that Seahaven were still unable to get within striking distance on many occasions. This, to me, shows such a difference from our other matches - well done!

Unfortunately, just into the last few minutes Seahaven did manage to penetrate the defence and scored after a goal line scramble. Following this Olivia & Meg changed position in an attempt to get the goal back. The players stuck to the task and with a pass up field, Olivia was able to have a shot even though it was from a distance.

The good all round performance continued to the final whistle - well team, you have proved Paul right, you can do it! A little unlucky as you at least deserved a draw.

Final score: Dynamos 0 (0) - Seahaven Harriers 1 (0)
Player of the match: Olivia who was placed in defence, with no warning! However, she soon showed what a good move this was. It was an excellent performance from start to finish - well done!

Thank you to Alan for being the referee and also to Paul and Joe.

Dynamo U11's v Marle Place Wanderers
8th October 2006

Team: Anna, Ocean, Jess T, Jess M, Olivia, May, Chloe, Meg

Manager's view:
On probably one of the last warm Sundays, the players took on Marle Place, a club we had only played against in a tournament. Unfortunately, due to injury, Rowanna was unable to play so Meg took her place in defence with Ocean.

The first, almost, ten minutes went well, particularly in defence, which included good saves from Anna. However, then the opposition got their first goal which was followed by another four in quick succession. At 10 minutes into the game Chloe went on for Jessica, who was suffering with a cold and was struggling to play at all.

At half-time, being 7 down, it was just a matter of improving by cutting down the number of goals and perhaps getting on the score sheet ourselves.

Another goal was conceded a couple of minutes into this half but after that there was a good improvement, with Anna continuing to make excellent saves. Olivia was able to have a good shot, nearly a goal! Chloe got a couple of knocks and so Jessica replaced her in midfield and made some good tackles/passes, well done and thanks for coming to the rescue!

Despite the final score of 0-11, Ocean tried her very best in defence with good support from Meg - I will let someone else take the throws when so far up the pitch, it was an impossible task for you to get back against this type of opposition, sorry Meg my mistake!

Jess did well trying to get into space, and I saw a good improvement in her concentration during the game. May who played up front then dropped back when changes were made, as always worked hard throughout the match. The team all kept their heads up right to the whistle-well done.

Final score: Dynamos 0 (0) - Marle Place Wanderers 11 (7)

Player of the match: Anna, who had a demanding match making many, many more saves than conceding goals. She continued playing positively despite the score line which is far from easy as goalkeeper. Anna also had praise from the Marle Place manager and it was well deserved.

Polegate Grasshoppers v Dynamo U11's
1st October 2006

Team: Jess, Rowanna, Olivia, Megan, Anna, Ocean, May, Chloe

Manager's view:
The players started, with Jessica as captain, rather slowly. I think it was more that Polegate midfield players started more positively.

Rowanna soon got stuck in in defence with Ocean. Anna, in goal, soon having to make some good saves. Unfortunately, Polegate's quicker midfield managed to get behind our defence for their first goal half way through the first half. This was soon followed by a second and a third a couple of minutes before half-time.

May played up front but there weren't many opportunities for her although Olivia, Jessica and Meg in midfield tried their best. Ocean was replaced 10 minutes into the half, suffering with a cold, by Chloe who went into midfield with Jessica dropping back into defence.

The second half began more positively all round resulting in more movement up the field and a couple of shots on goal. May was replaced by Ocean, who went back in defence with Jessica moving up front. Again Polegate got behind the defence with another goal, followed by another 10 minutes into the half.

It was from this point that our players managed to keep Polegate in check. Anna made some excellent saves with Olivia, Meg and Jessica really trying to keep the ball in Polegate's half. This was the best part of play all round by our players which was encouraging. It isn't easy to continue trying when 0-5 down. But their persistence paid off in preventing Polegate increasing the score line. Olivia moved up front and Jessica to centre midfield. The improvement continued until the whistle.

I don't feel the score line really represent the match. Our players did really well in parts of the play, particularly defending. It was some errors which enabled Polegate to have many more shots on goal and inevitably some will go in. It was good to see players improvements, Olivia particularly in her game awareness, Jessica who played in 3 different positions and did well in all of the roles and Chloe, in her second game, who appears to be learning quickly.

Final score: Polegate Grasshoppers 5 (3) - Dynamos 0 (0)

Player of the match: Rowanna as she has improved a huge amount in defence, in her awareness, also not giving up in the tackles and lastly in her clearance of the ball - well done!

Dynamo U11's v Eastbourne Borough
24th September 2006

Team: Olivia (c), Jess T, Rowanna, Ocean, Megan, May, Chloe

Manager's view:
This was always going to be a difficult match so it was unfortunate not to have two of our team available.

Fortunately, Chloe was able to be part of the team in her first match, ever!! Well done Chloe - lots of good work including keeping in your position as left mid-field, most of the time! Good first match for you.

Two players, Jess T and Rowanna each offered to do a half in goal - so thanks to them both, particularly for keeping their heads up despite the number of opposition goals. The first half went well, with Jessica saving several goals with the help of Rowanna and Ocean in defence.

Good work by Olivia (captain), who took up a new position in centre midfield. A great deal of running was involved and she showed that she was up to the task. This enabled May to be up front, she played her position well and also got stuck in with some good tackles. Megan ran tirelessly trying to get the ball as well as helping in defence.

At half-time Eastbourne were 4-0 up.

The second half started well with some good passing forward. Unfortunately, due to some errors, the opposition quickly took their opportunities and within ten minutes had more than doubled their score. This was very difficult for the players but, with Paul's support, they picked themselves up again.

Jessica, who was now in defence, did some excellent defending, good long balls up the pich and sprinting back to save a situation!! Well done.

Unfortunately, the final score was 0-14 to Eastbourne but it was to good to see that all our players kept trying their best until the final whistle. Although this was a significant defeat, it was without our keeper, which makes a difference. There are positive points and performances which we can take to our next match away at Polegate next Sunday, so chins up everyone!

Thanks also to Terry, our newly found referee, particularly for that final whistle!!

Final score: Dynamos 0 (0) - Eastbourne Borough 14 (4)

Player of the match: Megan who managed lots more running and involvement in the match, it was good to see.

East Grinstead v Dynamo U11's
17th September 2006

Team: Ocean, Jess T (c), Jess M, Rowanna, Olivia, Anna, Megan, May

Manager's view:
The first league game of this season was played away at East Grinstead in sunshine, long may it continue! The opposition were new to the league so it was hoped that the match would be quite evenly balanced which would be good for all the players.

Well, what a start the players made, straight out of the blocks as they say. Jessica T was captain and straight away made an impression in midfield both in attack and defense, not of course forgetting her corners! One of which Olivia scored from in the 14th minute. East Grinstead then equalized just before half time.

This was a tremendous effort by all the players. Anna made lots of good saves. Ocean and Rowanna played well in defence with help, particularly from Meg who covered a lot of ground. In midfield May and Jess M. both played an important role in defense and attack. Jess M did so much running she was quite exhausted by half time - well done Jess!

And so into the second half, another of Jessica's corners and a helping foot from Meg made it 2-1 half way through. Although Olivia managed some great sprinting back into defence East Grinstead made a good break which provided them with their second goal, four minutes from the end. This brought attacks by both sides in a frantic attempt to win!!

However, it remained 2-2 and that was a fair and good result for both teams.

This was an excellent start to the season - well done to you all.

Final score: East Grinstead 2 (1) - Dynamos 2 (1)

Player of the match: Jess T who had an excellent all round game both in attack and defence - well done.

Dynamo U11's v Horsham Sparrows (friendly)
10th September 2006

Team: Ocean, Jess T, Rowanna, Olivia (c), Jess M, Megan, Anna, May

Manager's view:
This was the first game for four of last season's U10's and what an introduction on such a hot day!!

By half-time we were down 0-7! Having said that though there was some good passing and the two defenders, Ocean & Rowanna, did an admirable job in the circumstances. That's that half out of the way!!

The players came out for the second half as if it was a 0-0 score line! Anna took over the goal keeper role and from the whistle made some really good saves which continued throughout this half - well done. Megan moved into defence with Ocean and straight away performed well in that position. It soon became clear that this half was not going the same way as the first!

Rowanna, now in midfield with Jessica T, Jessica M and May all tried their best to get the ball to Olivia up front, this was not easy! Olivia, as captain, tried really hard throughout the match and managed some shots, 2 or so on target, well done. 3 more goals were conceded before the end but the defenders did a great job again in the second half.

The positive points were their great attitude after half-time and, because of that, the whole team were able to up their performance making it a more equal second half. Ocean received player of the match for her solid performance & endurance in defence throughout the whole 40 minutes.

Thanks to Alan for refereeing - his first time too!! And to Paul for his help & support. We will take the improved 2nd half into the next game at East Grinstead!!

Final score: Dynamos 0 (0) - Horsham Sparrows 10 (7)

Player of the match: Ocean