Under 14 United
NEHYL Premier Division
Match Reports 2009/10

25 Oct 09 - Cove Youth 6  Alton United 0

Cove turned up to the game with much to prove after a couple of silly results earlier in the season. Cove had much of the possesion in the first half coming close time and time again but we just couldn’t score!! Was it going to be another one of those weeks??? Finally Rhys hit the back of the net and the game settled down. Bradley got Coves second and at half time the score was 2-0. It was a scrappy performance in the first half but we were pleased to be in front.

The second half started much in the same manner as the first but Cove looked more settled and comfortable in defence than they have done for the last two seasons. More goals were to come from Steven, Bradley and Liam Wallis who headed home for Coves 6th of the game. Outstanding performances from all defenders, Rory, Joe, Liam and David. Another big improvement from Harry Watson but we still need you to be more vocal.

The game ended 6-0. Well done lads, lets have another good training session on Wednesday and take that forward to the game against Mytchett on Sunday.

18 Oct 09 - Meadway Youth 5 Cove Youth 4
A positive start to the game and Cove came close on a number of occasions, unfortunately Meadways first half chance of the game lead to the opening goal after neither the GK or the Cove Defender chose to take responsibility. The ball trickled into the far corner of the goal. More chances for Cove and once again we failed to convert, more chances for Meadway and they didn’t, another 4 before the half was up. Half time score and we were 5-0 down. 5 chances and 5 goals left the touchline speachless!! A very unimpressed Nigel Ormston took the half time team talk in an attempt to rescue this game. Cove started the second half all guns blazing and were rewarded with the first of the half after about 3 mins, Steven Sherlock crossed for Bradley to head home. Another quick break by cove lead to Rhys Ormston's first of the day which clearly unsettled the Meadway Keeper. This proved to be much the story of the second half, Rhys scored again and an Irrate keeper proceeded to try and upset our rhythm. With Rhys on a hatrick and Cove pushing for a fourth we managed to find our way through and Rhy's efforts were rewarded with another. With the referee threatening to abandon the game it was a huge disappointment for the Cove players to hear that final whislte. An outstanding and professional appearance by all in the second half and a special mention to Rhys who played very well in difficult circumstances.

11 Oct 09 - Cove Youth 10 Eastney Pythons 2 (Hampshire Cup)
With 3 players out injured and an unknown quantity to play against this proved to be a very interesting match. Cove took a hold of the game from the start and dominated totally. Some good passing and some excellent chances to score Cove entered the break 4-1 up, only conceding to an indirect free kick in the area. Some much improved performances this week, Liam (RB), Bradley, Kyle and Luke. With the return of Rhys up front, we looked a much more confident team and proceeded in securing a place in the next round of the cup. Goal scorers, Rhys 4, Steven 2, Bradley 2, Kyle 2. Still lots to work on but a step in the right direction!!

(Thankyou to Eastney Pythons for making the journey up from Portsmouth and goodluck for the rest of the season)

27 Sep 09 - Alton United 2 Cove Youth 2
A quick start by Cove ensure Alton were on the back foot from the outset. After 15mins of almost constant attack, Cove could quite comfortably have taken the lead but it was going to be one of those days. Alton's first opportunity of the half saw them slide a low shot past Harry to take the lead. Steven sherlock came close on a number of occasions hitting the cross bar, post and everything but the back of the net. Midway through the Second half Cove scored 2 quickly both taken well by Steven. It looked as though we had secured the 3 points but Cove were caught unawares when a long throw looped into the box and a surprised the Cove defence, the Alton players didn’t need a 2nd chance and slotted away to make it 2-2.

20 Sep 09 - Pinewood 5 Cove Youth 0
Cove's first game since June proved to be a big test against a very organised Pinewood side.
Pinewood dominated much of the first half, scoring relatively early on. A few missed chances from Cove and it was 1-0 Pinewood at the break.
Cove entered the 2nd half with a brighter outlook and came close on a number of occasions but it wasn’t to be our day. Pinewood didn’t waste the opportunity and scored again late on in the second half. At that point Cove's heads dropped and we conceded 3 late goals. A game which will prove to be one of the toughest of the season and a well deserved victory for Pinewood. We look forward to the rematch

Lots to work on but some positives we can take from the game, 4 new players all showing great ability and once again Harry Watson proving his class between the sticks. Lads remember we have to work hard on and off the ball if we are to push for the title this year.