Glenco Girls v Dynamo U14's
Sunday 5th April 2009

Team: Emma, Rowanna, Ruby, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie

With the league re-arranging this fixture, it meant some of the team were on holiday so only 9 players were available, luckily Glenco only had 10 so the pressure wasn't too bad. It was a lovely hot day, and a pleasant ground, once some of the girls found it!! Zoe and Abbie were the captains for the day, this being their last league match ahead of their very long trip to Australia!

It was an interesting first half with Glenco taking the lead on the 10th minute. However, we were competing really well with Emma having one of her best games of the season and it wasn't long before she got on the score sheet. Charlie then scored to give us a 2-1 lead at half time.

Unfortunately in the second half our game went to pieces. Defensively we struggled out wide and Glenco just seemed to want the ball and the game a bit more then we did. They scored twice in the first couple of minutes and then several more followed as they took a 6-2 lead. A switch of Ruby out wide had a positive effect, and with just a minute left, Charlie scored her second to restore some pride to the team.

Overall it was a shame to end the season like this, but hopefully the girls have enjoyed themselves and I look forward to seeing progression next season under their new manager.

Final Score: Glenco Girls 7 (1) - Dynamo U14s 3 (2)

Scorers: Charlie (2), Emma

Venue: Ninfield Recreation Ground

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Lewes Girls v Dynamo U14's - Game 1 of Double Header
Sunday 29th March 2009

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Harriet, Abbie

Lewes have had a tough season and with only eight players available we dropped to the same number to give the game a competitive feel. For the first 15 minutes or so the girls struggled a bit with the reduced numbers on the pitch and it wasn't until the end of the first half that Charlie opened the Dynamo account.

In the second half Charlie was on fire scoring on the 2nd and 4th minute to complete her hat-trick. All of the girls were contributing though with Ruby having an excellent game at the back and plenty of attacking play coming down the wings. As usual Elle was strong in midfield and the biggest problem was us getting caught offside! Charlie scored her 4th half way through the second half - game over and a relatively comfortable 4-0 win.

Final Score: Lewes Girls 0 (0) - Dynamo U14s 4 (1)

Scorers: Charlie (4)

Venue: The Convent Field, Mountfield Road, Lewes

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Lewes Girls v Dynamo U14's - Game 2 of Double Header
Sunday 29th March 2009

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Harriet, Abbie

For the third time this season it was a double header and given that the weather was fairly warm, the players struggled a bit to get a grip on the second game. Charly and Ruby were given a well deserved rest and the players were moved around to give a fresh look to the side. No goals in the first half.

In the second hald Emma volunteered to go in goal to give Abbie a run out on the pitch with Zoe moving up front. We had numerous attacks including a cracking attempt from Olivia, and despite the re-introduction of Charlie we weren't able to score. End result a 0-0 draw and a lesson in playing to your abilities no matter what the situation!

In fairness a lot of respect must go to the Lewes girls for giving their best to the game and trying so hard despite not having a full team or any subs. Thank you also to our team for their sporting behaviour.

Final Score: Lewes Girls 0 (0) - Dynamo U14s 0 (0)

Venue: The Convent Field, Mountfield Road, Lewes

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Dynamo U14's v Oakwood Youth - Game 1 of Double Header
Sunday 22nd March 2009

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie

With one player away ill and a couple more under the weather it was questionable how we may perform against a team doing well in the league and whom beat us 8-3 in the first match of the season. Any doubts that existing were quickly banished as the girls had a superb start and competed well from the first whistle.

For the first 10 minutes the ball was rarely out of the Oakwood half and whilst we didn't test the Oakwood keeper too often, we were well in the game and had good passages of attacking play down both wings.

In the second half the pressure continued but again we were unable to get that finishing touch in the box. Defensively the girls played fantastically until the last minute of the game when a rare lapse in concentration saw Oakwood steal all 3 points with a last minute goal.

Even the Oakwood manager was surprised his team won, and a much fairer reflection would have been an equal share of the points - but hey, football is never fair! Credit to Abbie Walker who had a cracking game in goal making some crucial saves and some superb clearences.

Final Score: Dynamo U14s 0 (0) - Oakwood Youth 1 (0)

Venue: Telscombe Playing Fields

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Dynamo U14's v Oakwood Youth - Game 2 of Double Header
Sunday 22nd March 2009

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie

After a short rest it was time for round two. Most of the girls continued in their same positions but unlike the last double header, this time the match was almost an identical replica of the first game.

Oakwood had more possesion in the first half and converted a chance on the 9th minute. Dynamos didn't let their heads drop and continued to attack and defend well.

In the second half Oakwood again had plenty of possesion but the girls continued to play well. Zoe had a much more competitive game in midfield and Charly who had felt ill earlier in the morning was battling all over the park. She was unlikely obstructed in the penalty area when it looked like a certain equaliser was coming and we had a couple more attacked in the dying minutes of the game.

Overall, whilst disappointing that the girls didn't get any points from either game, they were more then equal to the task. Even the Oakwood manager paid the girls respect for their play and if only the team had played like this ALL season they would not be in the position they currently find themselves in.

Well done again to Abbie in goal, but in fairness the whole team deserve a 10/10 for effort. Thank you!

Final Score: Dynamo U14s 0 (0) - Oakwood Youth 1 (1)

Venue: Telscombe Playing Fields

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Dynamo U14's v Marle Place Wanderers
Sunday 8th March 2009

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie

A change to the formation of the team, and a very big change in the way the girls played. The focus was on defending today and the formation changed to a 4-5-1 with Elle dropping back into defence. The girls competed from the off and it was difficult to distingush which team was 2nd in the league and which one was 2nd from bottom! MPWG took the lead on the 9th minute but for a change the Dynamos heads did not drop and Charlie had 4 or 5 shots just over the crossbar during the remainder of the half.

In the second half the girls came out a bit on the back foot and it took 5 minutes of so for the girls to get back into the game. MPW had a number of excellent attacks, but Abbie was equal to them and even though the wind ws against them, the Dynamos battled for every ball. With minutes left on the clock a Dynamo attack saw the ball getting into the MPW penalty box, and a half clearance from their defence saw the ball break for Olivia who scored a superb equaliser.

A great game, well balanced and a deserved point for Dynamos. Good sporting behaviour from all players and supporters.

Final Score: Dynamo U14s 1 (0) - Marle Place Wanderers 1 (1)

Scorer: Olivia

Venue: Telscombe Playing Fields

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Dynamo U14's v Glenco Girls - Game 1 of Double Header
Sunday 1st March 2009

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie, Harriet

With Glenco being short on players we ended up with a 10 v 10 match. The girls started brightly looking comfortable on the ball and 10 minutes into the match Charly demonstrated her class with her first goal since December. A second followed minutes latter before Glenco pulled one back. Charly completed her hat trick just moments later (3 goals in 5 minutes - where have you been?!!) but Glenco scored with the last kick of the half - 3-2 and plenty to play for both teams.

Elle scored just 2 minutes into the restart then Emma got in on the act before Charly scored her 4th giving the Dynamos a 6-2 lead. Again we let in Glenco just at the end of the half but the final score of 6-3 was a pretty fair reflection.

Glenco competed well throughout, not letting their heads drop at any stage. For Dynamos all the players contributed to make an excellent game and put the disappointments of the last couple of weeks behind us.

Final Score: Dynamo U14s 6 (3) - Glenco Girls 3 (2)

Scorers: Emma, Elle, Charlie (4)

Venue: Telscombe Playing Fields

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Dynamo U14's v Glenco Girls - Game 2 of Double Header
Sunday 1st March 2009

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie, Harriet

It is almost unbelievable that both these games were played on the same day as for the second match it was as if we were a different team. Charly started as she had finished the previous game scoring on the 3rd minute, but after that Glenco lifted themselves (and fair play to them) and came right back at us. Two goals in a five minute spell left the score at 1-2 to the visitors.

Glenco now had their tails up and from the start of the second half really put the boot in. We had a couple of attacks but were now looking tired and gaps started to appear across the field. Glenco scored on the 5th, 16th and 18th minute to give them a well deserved win.

Glenco deserved this result, they competed well and really wanted the ball wereas we just seem to drift away. In fairness Elle continued to battle but often found little support and Ruby again competed well.

Final Score: Dynamo U14s 1 (1) - Glenco Girls 5 (2)

Scorer: Charly

Venue: Telscombe Playing Fields

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Seahaven Harriers v Dynamo U14's
Sunday 22nd February 2009

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie

This is probably one of the hardest match reports to write. Prior to the match we reminded the players of just how good they can play and the importance of everyone trying to the best of their ability and for the first half that is just how they played.

For the first 15 - 20minutes you couldn't tell that one team was top of the league and the other near the bottom and deservedly we took the lead with Elle playing a real captains game. A special goal for her, but also for me and the whole team. We could have been 2-0 up but for Emmas attempt to be ruled offside. Seahaven got back into the game towards the end of the first half and went in 2-1 up.

At half time, unusually, it was the players who were talking about what they were going to do second half. It was so refreshing to see - they had real belief in themselves and I was so proud of their ttitude.

Unfortunately it was to be and a couple of defensive errors saw Seahaven take control of the game. We had a couple of good spells but were unable to recapture the success of the first half and the final result was a disappointing 6-1 loss.

I have said it before, and will say it again - this team has so much to give and when everyone contributes and believes in their abilities, then success will come. The result does not show just how well the girls played but I can't take anything away from Seahaven who are a superb team and I congratulate them on their performance.

Well played Dynamos, I am one hell of a proud manager.

Final Score: Seahaven Harriers 6 (2) - Dynamo U14s 1 (1)

Scorer: Elle

Venue: Fort Road, Newhaven

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Dynamo U14's v Eastbourne Girls
Sunday 15th February 2009

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie, Harriet

This was never going to be an easy game and was made worse with the kick off being delayed due to another match over running. We started half an hour late with only one sub available - and she was struggling with a cold. Dynamos were on the back foot very early on and conceded on the 3rd, 9th and 13th minute - not quite the game plan we had in mind. Eastbourne took their chances well and scored some excellent goals from outside the box, but we failed to really challenge them. Two more goals conceded and time for a harsh half time chat.

In the second half we came out a bit stronger and began to apply some pressure. We weren't however able to turn any of the possesion into goals and instead it was Eastbourne finding the net on the 12th and 15th minute. We again continued to pressure the Eastbourne team but finally conceded one more to give a final score of 0-8.

Whilst games like this are frustrating and demoralising, there was some good points to observe. Ruby had a blinding game, especially in the first half were she made some superb challenges flying out of defense. Zoe had an excellent second half down the wing, competing well, often winning her challenges and putting in some good passes.

Bottom line - we need a couple more players, we need some self-belief and we really could do with just a bit of luck coming our way.

Final Score: Dynamo U14's 0 (0) - Eastbourne Girls 8 (5)

Venue: Telscombe Playing Fields

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Pevensey & Westham Juniors v Dynamo U14's
Sunday 8th February 2009

Team: Elle, Rowanna, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie

With one player on holiday and two players withdrawing from the squad on the morning of the game, it was just 10 players travelling to Pevensey. I had hoped that Pevensey would be as sporting as we were at the start of the season when they had just 10 players - sadly this was not the case and I had difficulty explaining to my players why.

The first 20 minutes were evenly balanced. We had some good attacks down the wings with Rowanna and Jessica combining well, but we couldn't get a shot on goal. We conceded two goals in the space of a couple of minutes but heads remained high.

In the second half we changed to a 3-4-2 formation in the hope that we could put some more attacks together. We started well with a shot across the face of the goal from Elle, a good chance from a corner and a couple of strikes from Charly, but sadly it was to be Pevensey who continued to take their chances. Defence wise we kinda lost our way and our inability to finish at the other end saw a final score of 6-0.

This was Pevensey's first win and I am delighted for their players. I'm not however that happy with their managers unsporting behaviour and ultimately believe that had we had a full team out the game would have been a lot closer.

Final Score: Pevensey & Westham 6 (2) - Dynamo U14's 0 (0)

Venue: Pevensey Recreation Ground

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Marle Place Wanderers v Dynamo U14's
Sunday 18th January 2009

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie, Harriet

With a key player not even present at the start of the game, it meant the manager having to change the format of the team and immediately it put us on the back foot. Add to this a very boggy pitch and the end result wasn't surprising.

In fairness Dynamos started well, but were under pressure early on and conceded on the 8th and 11th minutes, both from defensive errors. For a spell the girls got themselves back into the game and when they were able to keep the ball made several good forays into the opposition half, but were not able to get anywhere near the MPW goal. MPW scored again late in the half to make it 3-0.

In the second half we conceded a foolish goal early on but then began to play some good football. However a sign of difference between the teams was that our first shot on goal wasn't until the 40th minute! Despite some good runs down the wing we weren't able to finish and instead conceded two more goals to give a final score of 6-0.

The final scoreline flattered MPW but they were the deserved winners. For Dynamos, great credit must go to Abbie in goal who played really well especially considering the conditions. Ruby also had a good game and was the only other player to really show some commitment.

Final Score: Marle Place Wanderers 6 (6) - Dynamo U14's 0 (0)

Venue: Brooks Playing Fields, Burgess Hill

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Dynamo U14's v Pevensey & Westham Juniors
Sunday 7th December 2008

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie, Harriet

A cold day, but despite not playing for three weeks, Dynamos warmed to the task in hand very quickly. Pevensey were a much improved and competitive team from out last meeting with a full squad to select from and for much of the first half the teams were evenly balanced. We returned to a 4-4-2 formation for the start of the match with Charly and Ruby at centre half and this combination worked well. We used the width of the pitch well with plenty of balls finding the wings but we lacked the finishing touch. The Pevensey keeper was kept busy and eventually we found the breakthough with Jade scoring from the edge of the 6 yard box on the 29th minute. Charly followed this up with her trademark power on the 33rd minute = score at half time Dyanamo 2 - Pevensey 0.

The game started very physically in the second half as we switched to a 3-1-4-2 formation. Pevensey strung several attacks together but both our defence and Abbie in goal kept them at bay. Charly doubled her tally on the 16th minute and Elle had several attempts too, but it was Pevensey to score next following a battle in the penalty box. Emma who had a pretty good match up front finally closed the game off with an excellent finish from a corner.

Final score 4-1, but all praise to Pevensey for making it an excellent competitive match played in a good spirit. A good win for the Dynamos and good to get back on the pitch.

Final Score: Dynamo U14's 4 (2) - Pevensey & Westham Juniors 1 (0)

Scorers: Emma, Jade, Charlie (2)

Venue: Telscombe Playing Fields

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Dynamo U14's v Eastbourne Girls
Sunday 9th November 2008

Team: Elle, Rowanna, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie, Harriet

This was a game of two halves - the good, the bad and with me there - the ugly! With the strong wind blowing up the Tye it made sense to have the wind behind us for the first half but unfortunatlely we failed to make the advantage count. However, we were fortunate to have an inspired Abbie in goal and she made a series of top quality saves to keep a first half clean sheet. Unfortunately our usual poor habits were letting us down and we were also lucky that Eastbourne didn't take the chances presented to them.

In the second half we came out far more positively, and in the first 5 minutes put together some good passages of play in particularly down the left side. Unfortunately we conceded on the 6th minute. The girls continued to battle and Charlie made an excellent run down the right side and scored one of her typical cracking goals. That was to be the high point of the match as Eastbourne with the wind behind them pinned us into our own half and attack after attack ended in goals. The final score of 1-6 did not justify our team's strength but well played to Eastbourne.

There were some excellent individual performances again. Player of the day was without doubt Abbie in goal, but Jessica in the centre of defence battled strong as did Elle. All we need to concentrate on is getting some of the basics right and our fortunes will surely improve.

Final Score: Dynamo U14's 1 (0) - Eastbourne Girls 6 (0)

Scorer: Charlie

Venue: Telscombe Playing Fields

Images from the game can be found on the photo gallery page here.

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Dynamo U14's v Marle Place Wanderers
Sunday 26th October 2008

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie

A bit of a tentative start to the game, but the girls battled hard and it wasn't until the 14th minute that we conceded. As with a lot of the teams we have played this season, the tactic seems to be balls over the top with a fast player running onto it and it was this tactic that exposed us twice on this occasion. We conceded again on the 25th minute, but Emma put one away a minute or so later and we were still in the game. Unfortunately we conceded a third soft goal before the end of the half

The girls came out much stronger in the second half and despite an early heart stopping moment or two, for most of the second half it was an even contest with Dynamos having plenty of possession. Unfortunately we couldn't convert it and late on in the half Abbie mistimed her clearence from the box and brought one of the MPW players down. She saved the subsequent penalty and moments later had a cracking chance following a superb cross from Charlie, however Emma couldn't put it away. MPW scored again in the last minute of the game.

The result didn't reflect just how well we played. We seem to have regressed a bit after last week's hammering by Seahaven, but there were plenty of positives. Ruby played extremely well in the centre of defence, Charlie to had plenty of possesion. There is plenty more to come from this team.

Final Score: Dynamo U14's 1 (1) - Marle Place Wanderers 4 (3)

Scorer: Emma

Venue: Telscombe Playing Fields

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Dynamo U14's v Seahaven Harriers
Sunday 19th October 2008

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Rhiannon, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie, Harriet

A strong wind played in Seahaven's favour for the first half, but to be honest they again played us off the park. Despite the Dynamos coming into the game with plenty of confidence this was soon dispelled as the visitors took a 4-0 lead into half time.

In the second half we failed to take the few chances that were created and instead conceeded a couple more soft goals with the final score ending up 0-7.

On the positive side it was a good first appearence for the team from Rhiannon who made some excellent challenges and clearences. Harriet was extremely busy both up front and in midfield, but overriding it all is that we need to play football. Five goals for Seahaven came from one player and we need to work hard on defending against that kind of attack. Back to the training ground....

Final Score: Dynamo U14's 0 (0) - Seahaven Harriers 7 (4)

Venue: Telscombe Playing Fields

Images from the game can be found on the photo gallery page here.

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Dynamo U14's v Lewes Girls
Sunday 12th October 2008

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie, Harriet

For the first 5 minutes of the game it looked as if the week's break had a bad impact on our team as all thoughts of football went out of their minds and the ball just seemed to get bogged down in the middle of the midfield. It was a bit of a fortunate first goal for Olivia as the Lewes goalkeeper was well out of position. Midway through the first half the footballing brains returned and we doubled our lead through Charlie. Olivia then scored an absolutely stunning goal that had the supporting parents on their feet and with a minute left of the first half Emma got her first of the season.

In the second half we came out flying, Emma got her second with 3 minutes on the clock, Olivia completed her hat-trick 3 minutes later, Charlie got her usual thunderbolt on the 17th then Harriet claimed her third goal in three games getting on the end of a superb cross from Olivia. Lewes pulled one back when our defence went to sleep, but Charlie went on to complete her second hat-trick of the season before Elle got her first and deserved goal with Jessica ending of a fine performance with a minute on the clock.

All in all a much improved performance and confidence seems to be running through the team again. Whilst Lewes weren't particularly strong, they competed well and were very sporting, The result lifts Dynamos into joint 3rd in the table and perhaps will start giving the girls the belief that they really can compete in this years league. Well done girls and as usual thank you for the superb parental support.

Final Score: Dynamo U14's 11 (4) - Lewes Girls 1 (0)

Scorers: Emma (2), Elle, Olivia (3), Charlie (3), Jessica, Harriet

Venue: Telscombe Playing Fields

Images from the game can be found on the photo gallery page here.

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Pevensey & Westham Juniors v Dynamo U14's
Sunday 28th September 2008

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Charlie, Jade, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie, Harriet

A deserved first win of the season for the girls - well done!

With Pevensey having just 10 players, our manager swapped players around to also play with 10, with Elle, Ruby and Rowanna at the back, a midfield of Olivia, Harriet, Emma and Zoe with Charlie and Jade up front. The Pevensey keeper, Beth, had a superb first half making numerous saves despite Charlie shooting with some power from all areas of the field. In the end it was a rather lucky bounce that saw Dynamo's take the lead, Harriet claiming her second of the season.

In the second half more shuffling around this time with Elle and Charlie combining in midfield, the scoring soon started. Charlie scored a superb hat trick with goals on 38, 43 and 49 minutes to pretty much secure the result. We seemed to relax a bit at the back and were lucky that Ruby had the fitness to get back and clear several times. However, we took one too many chances, and Pevensey pulled a goal back - their first of the season. Towards the end of the second half Jade scored following some confusion in the box but with time ticking away Pevensey scored their second.

A good result for the girls, but again we must highlight how well the Pevensey keeper played. For us it was a superb game for Charlie, Emma was much more involved, Rowanna continues to grow in confidence but a big credit must also go to our own keeper Abbie who looked much more confident and cleared a number of times. Well done, but more work to be done on the training ground.

Final Score: Pevensey & Westham Juniors 2 (0) - Dynamo U14's 5 (1)

Scorer: Charlie (3), Jade, Harriet

Venue: Pevensey Recreation Ground, Pevensey

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Eastbourne Girls v Dynamo U14's
Sunday 21st September 2008

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Gen, Charlie, Jade, Jessica, Zoe, Abbie, Harriet

Despite an obvious improvement on the previous week's matches, Dynamos find themselves out of this seasons Challenge Cup. With Abbie away for the weekend, birthday girl Emma took up position between the sticks and the captains armband against Eastbourne. The manager had swapped some players around including a return to defence for Elle and a start for Ruby up front in an attempt to stem the flow of first half goals. At first it looked as if it was working as the team started brightly and managed to maintain plenty of midfield position, with the defence holding firm. Unfortunately two quick goals on the 17th and 20th minute put us on our back foot and with a third added just before half time, it was an all too familar picture.

Two further goals were added just after the re-start and the match was effectively over. We managed several attacks and eventually one of Olivia's runs paid off and Harriet claimed her first goal of the season.

Whilst it was disappointing to lose for a third time, there were some improvements. It was good to have Gen back in for the match and she played well both in defence and goal. Elle was her usual combative self and it was also good to see Zoe battling away in midfield. Some basic skills are required for some of the players, and with the season so young, there is still plenty to play for. Well done girls and thank you to the parents for their support.

Final Score: Eastbourne Girls 5 (3) - Dynamo U14's 1 (0)

Scorer: Harriet

Venue: Shinewater Field (off Milfoil Drive), Eastbourne

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Seahaven Harriers v Dynamo U14's
Wednesday 17th September 2008

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Charly, Jade, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie, Harriet

Initially the girls started well and it was a complete gutter to concede a relatively soft goal within the 3rd minute of the game. After that the girls put in a more battling performance and it looked as if we weren't going to concede. Rowanna in particular defended well, but whilst we kept the ball in midfield, we couldn't get any attacks on. Unfortunately we conceded another goal on the 13th minute, then threw all the hard work away conceding 3 more before the end of the half.

In the second half we started well again but conceded early on. Then followed a period of good possession before Charly scored off the keeper from a corner. It looked like we were going to score again when Olivia made a cracking run down the left wing, but it wasn't to be, instead we conceded again just before the final whistle.

There was improvement on the previous match, and again some good individual performances, in particular Ruby, Charlie, Elle and Harriet. The problem is that many of the goals came from set pieces and we need to work hard on marking as well as some other basic skills. Well done to Abbie in goal who made some cracking saves, and good to see Jade back on her feet.

Final Score: Seahaven Harriers 7 (5 ) - Dynamo U14's 1 (0 )

Scorer: Charly

Venue: Fort Road, Newhaven

Images from the game can be found on the Seahaven Harriers website here.

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Oakwood Youth v Dynamo U14's
Sunday 14th September 2008

Team: Emma, Elle, Rowanna, Ruby, Olivia, Charly, Jessica, Abbie, Zoe, Abbie, Harriet

Very much a game of two halfs, is the best way to sum the U14 opening match of the season. A stunningly warm day was somewhat spoiled by the manager turning up late with the club's new away kit - ooops. Playing a new 3-5-2 formation, the girls struggled a bit in the first half and conceded a goal with just minutes on the clock. Dynamo's had plenty of possesion but were unable to convert any of their chances, whilst it seemed that every attack Oakwood had ended in a goal - resulting in a 7-0 deficit at half time.

The girls came out second half with their heads up and began to hold onto the ball much better. Charlie scored a typical wonder goal with a looping shot from outside of the penalty box, then converted a penalty making it 7-2 with just 8 minutes of the second half gone. Dynamo's continued to hold the ball well and Jessica scored her first goal for the team on the 20th minute before Oakwood completed their tally of 8 in the 25th minute.

Whilst a disappointing result, it was a good reminder to the players that pre-season training is important in preparing for the season. An excellent second half and players worthy of a mention included Olivia who made some fantastic runs down the wing, Ruby who was strong in the centre of defence and our stalwart GK Abbie who never let her head drop - well done girls, it was worth the trip!!

Final Score: Oakwood Youth 8 (7 ) - Dynamo U14's 3 (0 )

Scorer(s): Charly (2), Jessica

Venue: Oakwood FC, Tinsley Lane, Three Bridges

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