Formby Junior Sports Club enjoyed their first weekend of league matches

Last weekend Formby Junior Sports Club’s Representative teams had their first weekend of league matches.  There were some very exciting matches, high scoring encounters and four teams played their first ever competitive matches.  On the Inter Club front there was again a very good attendance which included many new members in all age groups.  

FJSC REPRESENTATIVE TEAM MATCHES

FJSC Under 15 Black Saturday team played Aintree Villa in blustery conditions.  Aintree Villa took the lead on nineteen minutes after an under hit back pass was intercepted.   Just before half time Alfie Holden set up Isaac Loxham-Keenan who scored with a fantastic finish for the equaliser.  Early in the second half FJSC took the lead when Archie Ogden scored from an assist by Luca Massey.  The match remained closely contested but FJSC held firm to record a 2-1 victory.

FJSC Under 15’s played a well drilled MSB Woolton on Sunday.  Woolton scored two goals in each half before Taj-Deen Abdulai on his debut scored a late consolation goal for FJSC.  Man of the match was Charlie Garvey.

FJSC Under 14 Blacks faced another tough opponent in River Juniors  and despite a good performance overall, suffered a defeat. The best moments for FJSC came in the second half when they grew into the game and played some good football, with Ethan Richmondscoring following a flowing move that startedin midfield and saw Thomas Taylor thread a pass through that Ethan finished off well. A second goal came for FJSC as Ollie Dean played a short indirect free kick into the path of Thomas Taylor who rifled a shot into the top corner. Man of the Match was awarded to Thomas Taylor who had an excellent game and showed a great attitude throughout.

FJSC Under 13 Black Saturday team got off to winning ways with a 5-2 victory over a very capable Maghull FC. Two goals each from Ben Harris and Will Madutlela plus one fromConnor Howells sealed it for the Blacks.

It was really strong team performance by the team. Ben Gregory was a rock in goal only conceding two first half goals due to the windy conditions. Aidy Roscoe-Jones and Oskar Wood marshalled the defence.   JoeTucker was outstanding and going forward, Connor Howells, Harry Redhead, Ben Harris and Will Madutlela were at their best. Jenson Heron and Henry Wynne underpinned the middle with Seth McNamara, Reuben Burkeand Eoin Dwyer winning tackles superbly.  It was a great start to the season by the Under 13’s.  The Bike Repair Shop Formby Player of the Match was Connor Howells.

On Sunday FJSC Under 13 Black suffered a 3-1 defeat against a strong Fleetwood Heskethteam.  FJSC missed a penalty and a couple of shots hit the woodwork.  There were a lot of positives to take out of a very good performance. The Bananas Tattoo Player of the Match went to Ben Harris who scored the goal.

FJSC Under 13 White lost 5 nil to TQ Roma.  It was a very good effort by the newly formed team.  It was another match played in atrocious weather conditions.  There were some good performances, especially from Ben Gregory and Evan Meehan who worked hard throughout the full match.  

FJSC Blacks Under 12 Saturday team came into this game after a good pre-season where plenty of effort was put in by the boys for the last eight weeks. The hard work and effort showed as FJSC started the game well against Litherland Grey Athletic and soon took the lead via great build up play finished by Caden Walker. Soon after Caden Walker then added a second to put FJSC deservedly 2-0 up. Litherland then pulled a goal back after reacting fastest to a good save from Oscar Phillips while the FJSC defence stood still. The game remained 2-1 at half time with FJSC still playing good football.

As soon as the second half whistle went FJSC looked to kick on quickly and took a well-deserved 3-1 lead via Isaac Jones with Charlie Richardson soon making it 4-1. With Louis O’Connor commanding the defence for FJSC at the back, Litherland did not have many more chances to pull the game back. Leo Fagan added some strength and height in midfield to help deal with the long ball. With Alfie Forsyth and Ellis Coyne playing all over the pitch along with Sylvan O’Hara. Charlie Richardson and Isaac Jones both added another goal each to make it 6-1 before the end after good defensive work by Alex Barr and good wing play by Ralph Renton. Man of the Match was Louis O’Connor.

FJSC Under 12 Black Sunday team came into the game high on confidence from Saturdays league fixture and it showed within the first ten minutes. With Ellis Coyne, Caden Walker, Alfie Forsyth and Sylvan O’Hara making a solid midfield four plenty of chances were created with great link up play between Charlie Richardson and Isaac Jones. It didn’t take long for Isaac Jones to take one of those chances to put FJSC 1-0 up. Soon afterwards after good work at the back from Louis O’Connor and Alex Barr, Isaac Jones took advantage from a great through ball by Ellis Coyne to make it 2-0.

Against the run of play FJSC conceded a penalty when a shoulder to shoulder challenge was deemed a foul and inside the area. Against the run of play Southport made it 2-1 with a well taken penalty. The setback seemed to rattle FJSC and their rhythm was lost amongst the driving rain and a long looping cross from Southport somehow snuck into the far top corner and the scores where suddenly 2-2.  At this point it would have been easy for FJSC to collapse but the team pulled themselves together and after hitting the cross bar four times and the post once Isaac Jones finished another chance for his hat trick to make 3-2 at half time.

After half time Sylvan O’Hara scoring a bullet header from a corner  to make it 4-2. Finley Scott, Luke Millington and Leo Fagan added some fresh legs and helped the boys settle before Charlie Richardson added a fifth goal for the team which his performance deserved after another unselfish performance where he created many chances.

The game finished with an outstanding double save from Oscar Phillips to keep the score 5-2. The Man of the Match award was shared byCharlie Richardson and Isaac Jones.  

See the  photograph above of the FJSC Under 13 Black squad in their new kit sponsored by Westcoast Workwear.

FJSC Under 11 White Saturday team gained a narrow victory over JN Select Gold.

FJSC Under 11 Black Sunday team made a slow start against Southport FC and conceded two quick goals. Finn McDerby grabbed a goal back with a screamer from the left corner of the box.  Soon after half time captain Finn McDerby scored again to level.

Goalkeeper Albie Graham was quick off his line all game mopping up  through balls. Joseph Kenyon in his first match for the Blacks on a Sunday was solid controlling the defence with Lucas Firth, Max Fairhurst and Reuben Cesnulevicius all working perfectly together to prevent any further goals by Southport.  Oliver Hall- Gleeson then grabbed a well-deserved goal and Harley Evans had his best match for FJSC and scored an excellent hat trick. MOTM went to Finn McDerby and Harley Evans.  It was a very pleasing team display in a good win.

FJSC Under 11 Reds opening game of seasonwas against Redgate Yellow who were in fine form and proved to be too strong despite the efforts by the Reds.   MOTM was Tommy Collins for a gritty battling display with other notable performances came from Brett McKeown in goal, Mason Todd and Haden Radcliffe in defence and Isaac Pepper in midfield.

FJSC under 10 Blacks played away atSouthport Athletic Blacks. Asher Fields, Isaac Melton, Alex Rowley and Mason Nisted all played their first competitive for FJSC and theteam also had two new coaches in Colin Byford and Paul Hansen.

FJSC Under 10 Blacks started well and opened the scoring with a lovely goal from Asher Fields. This was closely followed by a beautiful assist by Idris Jones to give Alex Rowley his first goal in the Black and White shirt on his league debut. More goals followed with two goals each for Ashley Jones and Jack Hansen. Asher Field then scored his second goal of the game with a screamer, which earned him the MOTM trophy. FJSC under 10 Blacks closed the scoring with a lovely corner taken by Jack Hansen to give the goalie Max Byford the opportunity to score his first goal for the team. The boys played well throughout the match and have made a great start to the season.

FJSC Under 10 Gold played away at an experienced Southport Athletic team. FJSC faced a formidable opponent with years of experience playing together. Despite the seasoned opposition's superior positional play and offensive prowess, FJSC demonstrated commendable effort and defensive grit.

The highlight for FJSC was undoubtedly goalkeeper Rowan Mullin, who made a series of acrobatic saves . Peter McCormick provided a bright spot in attack, clinically finishing his opportunity to get FJSC on the scoresheet.

While FJSC's work rate was evident, the teamplaying together for the first time struggled with positional awareness, tracking back, and marking. These areas will likely be focal points for improvement as the squad looks to build on this learning experience.  The match showcased FJSC's potential and fighting spirit, laying a foundation for growth in the matches to come.

FJSC Under 9 White were playing 7 aside football for the first time. Charlie Ormesheropened the scoring. Elliott Dyment added a second goal with a superb strike.  By half time the scores were level.

It was end to end in the second half.  Crosby went ahead but Harry Hughes managing to once again level the scoring. Once again Crosby Stuart took the lead before Charlie Ormesher scored a brilliant solo goal running from the half way line weaving his way through the Crosby defence before calmly slotting the ball past the keeper. It was all square again.   Man of the Match Harry Hughes then gave FJSC a dramatic win when he scored with a pinpoint shot which managed to find its way into the back of the net.

FJSC Under 9 Black played  their first everleague game against an established and very strong Crosby Stuart team.   Although thefinal scoreline would suggest otherwise, the FJSC boys defended excellently, and were able to get into their opponent’s half on a number of occasions, testing the keeper with a couple of decent shots, winning corners in the process.  The Blacks fought right to the very end but ultimately, Crosby Stuart’s experience and ability was just too much. It was a plucky and spirited performance from FJSC, who should be proud of their effort and determination. These experiences will only make the team stronger and even more prepared for the next match!

FJSC Under 8 White played Redgate Yellows.  Henry Ade gave FJSC the lead.  Redgate then scored three first half goals before Franklin Chignell pulled a goal back before half time.  In a very exciting second half FJSC swept into a comfortable lead with three goals from Henry Ade and a single strike from Archie Jones.  Redgate came back strongly but FJSC kept one goal ahead until the final whistle in this pulsating game.  Logan Haggart made several saves in goal and Thomas North worked hard in midfield.  There were two Man of the Match awards which were presented to Henry Ade and Logan Haggart.

FJSC Under 8 Blacks first ever competitive game was against Redgate Rovers Green. The visitors came out strong but the Under 8Blacks grew into the game.  All the FJSC boysworked hard throughout the match and deserve a mention.

Isaac Murphy played the first half in goal and made some great saves. In the second half he played outfield and made some good mazy runs.  Teddy Ball came off  the bench and created some good opportunities with his creative play.  Edward Bell got stuck in with some vital defence play and had a spell in goal in the second half.

Oscar Craven a good debut performance showing off good tackling and passing skills. Ted Middleton was tireless up front and was very unlucky not to get on the score sheet with some close chances.

Harley Rea produced a strong defence display in defence.  Man of the Match for a great debut performance was Sam O’Brien.

FJSC Under 7 Black team had a fifteen goal thriller with Crosby Stuart. Each team took the lead during the match.   Goalkeeper Max Healey made some great saves.  Harry Brown scored three times and Ollie Jones, Archie Parrish, Dylan Wood and Theo Thomas were all on the scoresheet with one goal each. It was a very encouraging team performance.

FJSC INTER CLUB SECTION

The Inter Club Section was again well attended with new members once again joining in all age groups.  There was fun coaching , great matches and thrilling penalty shoot-outs.

Last Saturday’s scorers – Michael Short, Ezra Hodgson, Deontae Cadwallader, Adam Jadid- Leech, Ezekiel Fitzgibbon, Thomas Daly, Edison Foy, Lincoln Connolly, Toby Woodcock, Anders Carter, Tayo Popoola, Oliver Jones, Theo Thomas, Maxwell Rathbone, Teddy Ball, Ted Middleton, Franklin Chignell, Sam O’Brien, Chase Lowen, Brett McKeown, Archie Taylor, Adam Tyler-Holland, Grayson Fox, Harry McCluskie,  George Kallianiotis, Noah Ratnasingham, Ethan Tucker, Ezra Sutton and Ethan Murphy.

INTER CLUB START TIMES AT DEANSGATE LANE ON SATURDAY 21stSEPTEMBER

9.00am -  9.30am.   -    GOALKEEPER COACHING

9.30am -  10.40am.   – YEARS SEVEN/ EIGHT / NINE

10.00am – 11.10am.  – 4’s / RECEPTION/ YEAR ONE

10.40am – 11.45am.  – YEAR TWO / YEAR THREE

11.15am – 12.30pm.  -  YEARS FOUR / FIVE / SIX

ALL GROUP SESSIONS WILL COMPRISE OF COACHING AND A FUN MATCH.  THERE IS A £3 CHARGE EACH SATURDAY FOR COACHING.

NEW MEMBERS IN ALL AGE GROUPS ARE MOST WELCOME

Parents can download a Formby Junior Sports Club membership form for 2024-2025 from the club website formbyjuniorsportsclub.co.uk which can be found in the club document section.  Alternatively contact Chairman Frank Rourke at stellathecat4@gmail.com