Last weekend Formby Junior Sports Club had its best team results of the season

Last weekend Formby Junior Sports Club had its best team results of the season. 

REPRESENTATIVE TEAM MATCHES

It was a top-of-the-table clash between FJSC Under 12 Blacks and Southport & AinsdaleReds.  The two teams served up a nail biting and thrilling end-to-end encounter.

Both sides started brightly, creating chances, but it was S&A who struck first, racing into a 2-0 lead. Formby responded when Josh Robinson did brilliantly to set up Alex Rowley to make it 2-1. S&A restored their two-goal advantage at 3-1, but soon after an Isaac Melton perfectly weighted through ball foundJosh Robinson, who kept his composure to calmly slot past the Reds goalkeeper to make it 2-3 at the break .

S&A started the second half quickly, scoring again to make it 4-2, but that only sparked FJSC into life.  The pressure increased, and what followed was arguably Formby’s best-ever team goal. Starting with their own goalkeeper, the ball was moved superbly through midfield before Asher Fields, with his back to goal, turned and threaded an inch-perfect pass into Jack Hansen. Jack delivered a first-time cross straight onto the head of Ash Jones, who made no mistake to bring Formby back to 4-3. The FJSC defence then battled and tackled superbly to keep S&A at bay, while Max Byford produced an excellent fingertip save to keep his side in the game. Another lovely move, this time down the left, saw Asher Fields play in Adam Tyler-Holland, who calmly slotted into the far bottom corner to make it 4-4!

With both teams throwing everything forward in search of a winner, the game looked destined for a dramatic finish. S&A won a corner, but Formby cleared brilliantly, with the ball finding Ash Jones, who played it forward to Alex Rowley. Alex produced a clever dummy on the halfway line, allowing the ball to break to Josh Robinson, who spotted theRed’s goalkeeper rushing off his line and produced a superb lofted finish over the keeper. 5-4 to FJSC – with virtually the final kick of the game!  Cue absolute chaos and incredible celebrations at full time. It was aremarkable comeback, a fantastic team performance and a truly unforgettable finish to a thrilling top-of-the-table encounter! Man of the Match went to Asher Fields for an all-round, industrious, yet classy performance at both left back and then in centre midfield where he excelled.

FJSC Under 15 Black Saturday team startedstrongly out of the blocks in their Liverpool Premier League match against Holy RosaryRaiders. After fifteen minutes FJSC led 2 nil with goals from Fabian Reilly and Joe Tucker.Holy Rosary fought back and by half time had levelled the score at 2-2.  

FJSC went behind after the interval but dug deep and  Harrison Kelly equalised.  Now playing with confidence FJSC began to dominate and Man of the Match Ben Harris scored a very good hat trick to seal a well-deserved 6-3 victory.   Special mention toJenson Heron who became the team’s seventh goalkeeper of the season and played very well.

Buoyed on by a great Saturday performanceFJSC Under 15 Blacks Sunday team played very well against a strong St Helens Bilboa team.

Oskar Wood opened the scoring on sixminutes with a 40-yard free kick. Despite an equaliser two minutes later, FJSC’s lead was restored on 11 minutes when Ben Harris scored after a lovely through ball from FabianReilly.  FJSC continued to be dominant in the first half building up solidly from the solid back four of Thomas Robertson, Joe Tucker, Oskar Wood and Jenson Heron, assisted assuredly by stand in keeper Lucas Lewis.

FJSC gained control of the match in the second half.  After forty-eight minutes Fabian Reilly made it 3-1 which was followed  by a Zak Healy tap in and a second goal from Ben Harris after a sublime through ball from right back Connor Howells.  Man of the Match wasFabian Reilly for his goal, two assists and superb all-round play. Special mention to the collective defensive unit.

FJSC Under 14 Black Saturday team started brightly against Marina Sands, moving the ball well and looking confident from the opening whistle.  Despite Formby’s positive start, it was Marina Sands who took the lead. Poor defending from a corner allowed Marina to score against the run of play, but FJSC responded well and continued to play their football.

Formby kept pushing for the breakthrough, and their persistence was eventually rewarded. Finley Scott produced a great cross for Josh Burr, who finished brilliantly to bring FJSC level and make it a deserved 1-1 at half-time.

FJSC played with real intensity in the second half putting Marina Sands under sustained pressure. The crossbar, post and Marina goalkeeper all denied Formby as they went in search of the lead.

However, it was Marina who struck next on the counter attack. Oscar Phillips made a great initial save, but Formby couldn't prevent Marina from following up and taking a 2-1 lead.  Once again, FJSC showed fantastic character. They stuck to their game, continued playing football and refused to let their heads drop. The introduction of Louis O’Connor made an immediate impact, with Louis producing a superb finish to equalise and make it 2-2.  From there, FJSC pushed on and never looked back. Isaac Jones struck twice with two well-taken goals, before an own goal completed the scoring and secured an impressive 5-2 victory.  Man of the matchwas Oscar Buch-Platt who dictated play in midfield.

Under 13 Gold started well against 11 Soccer Coaching with both teams having chances but 11 Coaching took the lead through a mistake at the back. Golds fought back but an unfortunate own goal resulted in them conceding possession regularly which allowed their opponents to take full advantage and extended their lead. A consolation goal from Cole Connor after a fantastic assist from Jacob Holton gave some hope but the 11 Soccer Coaching team went on to win the game by a flattering 6-1 score line. Man of the Match was Cole Connor who was resilient throughout the game.

FJSC Under 13 Whites Saturday team defeated Maghull Yellow 2 nil.  In the same division FJSC Under 13 Blacks narrowly lost 2-1 to Redgate Black.  Quinn McAuley scored for FJSC.  

On Sunday FJSC Under 13 Green played very well in their cup tie against Southport FC Community Yellow and won 2 nil.

Also in a cup competition FJSC Under 13 Blacks won 3-2 on penalties after drawing 5-5 at full time in their match against higher league opponents Ormskirk West End Whites.

FJSC Under 10 Blacks made a steady start against Southport Athletic Black. Isaac Murphy opened the scoring with a well-taken strike. This was quickly followed by two more goals, from Charlie Barnes and Ted Middleton. FJSC were playing with real momentum and Charlie Barnes soon found the back of the net again before half time.

As the second half got underway, Teddy Balladded another goal for Formby. With FJSC continuing to press, Ted Middleton neatly slotted home to grab the Blacks' sixth goal of the game.

Undeterred, Southport Athletic battled on and managed to pull two goals back late in the game. However, the Blacks had done enough to put together a fantastic attacking performance, with goals coming from across the team.  It was a great effort from all the players.  The Man of the Match award was shared by Charlie Barnes and Isaac Murphy.

FJSC Under 10 Red played against a very well organised and attacking Crosby Stuart team.  Although the Reds tried hard Crosby Stuart were too strong on the day.  FJSC’s Man of the Match was Lucas Kelly.    

FJSC Under 10 Whites travelled to HeskethBank and took the lead early on.  HeskethBank equalised with a wonderful strike.  The Whites then raised their tempo and produced their best passing display of the season so far. Every single player seemed composed on the ball, making the right decisions, finding their teammates and playing some genuinely lovely football.

FJSC added five more goals before the final whistle.  Harry Brown scored a hat trick.  Cian O’Farrell scored twice and Man of the Match

Tom Babun also scored to cap an excellent all round performance.

Oscar Wilson was also immense. His first-half performance was outstanding.  Every single one of the boys deserves a mention. The team is playing with confidence and the passing, the decision-making and the way they’re playing for each other is becoming a joy to watch.

FJSC Under 8 Whites took part in the Craven Minor League tournament which was held at Edge Hill University last Sunday.

The whole team played well in all six closely contested games in the league.  William Laugley, George Smith and goalkeeper Toby Woodcock limited the goals across the six games. With the ball, FJSC threatened with every attack and Michael Woolvine once again stood out as the top scorer with his hunger and determination to work for the team.

There were wonderful skills shown by ShayanPalin and Kayden Dowdall who both made some excellent dribbles and deserved their goals over the morning. After being unlucky hitting the posts in recent weeks Albie York produced a match winning goal which helped seal the team’s qualification to the final tournament and it was great to see the team spirit at the end of the final game.  The team won four, drew one and lost one match to move into the final stages of the competition which will take place later in the season.

FJSC Under 8 Silver started brightly and competed well throughout the first half in their match with Hesketh Bank. However, the boys lost their way a bit after the break and conceded a number of goals.  James Curran and Ezekiel Fitzgibbon scored consolation goals for FJSC.

Ezra Hodgson delivered an impressive performance in defence, battling away throughout and earning a well-deserved player-of-the-match award.  See the team photograph above.

FJSC Under 8 Green put in a fantastic display against Southport Athletic Orange.  There was some really clever passing to set up their team mates.  On the scoresheet for the Greens were Man of the Match Theo Benton, Owen Harris, Leo Clarke, Reuben Pearson, Miles Jones and Adam Jadid- Leech.

FJSC Under 8 Gold conceded goals early onagainst Southport Athletic Milan but came back into the game in the second half with goals from Arthur Sumpton, Arthur Hunter and Damon McKay.

FJSC Under 6 White produced  a very good team display against Redgate Rovers Green.  James McManus was in superb goalscoring form, which included a brilliant long-range free kick that flew into the goal. GeorgeGabrielson, Harley Stirling , JohnathanMcFadden and Hudson Kenny were also on the scoresheet.

At the other end of the pitch, Finley Barnettshowed some great tenacity in defence, putting in some important tackles and working hard for the team.

What was particularly pleasing was how well the boys played as a team. There was some excellent passing, great tackling and some lovely link-up play, with everyone looking to get involved.

INTER CLUB SECTION

The attendance last Saturday was the best so far this season and the sessions are settling down well particularly the movement between the coaching and the Inter Club matches.  It takes everyone a few Saturday’s to get accustomed to the routine which needs to keep to time but everything is now beginning to run smoothly.

There were some excellent matches played and the standard of football being played in every age group is continuing to improve each week.

Amongst the goals on Saturday were Noah Wright, Cody Shalliker, Hudson Kenny, James McManus, Theo Benton, James Curran, Oliver Harris, Adam Jadid-Leech, Will Osborne, Reuben Pearson, Michael Short, Sammy Porter, Charlie Barnes, Lucas Byrne, William Kenny, Isaac Murphy, Gabriel Doran, Chase Lowen, Jacob Woodward and William Gregory.

INTER CLUB START TIMES AT DEANSGATE LANE ON SATURDAY 14th NOVEMBER

9.30am – 10.40am. – YEAR 3

9.30am – 10.40am  -  YEAR 7, YEAR 8  and YEAR 9

10.00am – 11.10am –RECEPTION and YEAR 1

10.00am -11.10am -   YEAR 2

10.45am – 12.00         YEAR 4

10.45am – 12.00.        YEAR 5 and  YEAR 6

NEW MEMBERS ARE VERY WELCOME IN ALL INTER CLUB AGE GROUPS REGARDLESS OF ABILITY.  IF YOU ARE NOT SURE JUST COME ALONG AND GIVE FOOTBALL A GO.