CPSL Football League - Friar's Grove 0 v 7 Kelvedon

Our school football team got back to winning ways with an impressive 7 nil victory away at Friar's Grove.

Friars Grove vs Kelvedon

                                             AFTER MATCH REPORT

On Monday the 27^th of November 2017 Kelvedon took on Friars Grove. The first half was tight as Friars Grove had a strong midfield. Luckily, Lewis Banks converted one in from a corner; the first half ended 1-0 to Kelvedon. The second half started and Kelvedon were going in for the win! Not long after the start of the second half Ollie Wood had a shot on target but it was saved by the keeper; luckily Luke Towler was there to finish it off. Shortly after Friars Grove were on the attack but it was firmly intercepted by James Rogers and Kelvedon were on the counter attack. James Rogers passed it to Luke Towler who passed down the line to Lewis Banks then, Lewis made an unstoppable pass to Harry Taylor who smashed the ball into the back of the net. A classic counter attack goal from Kelvedon to make it 3-0! Would there be time for a comeback?

Friars Grove were keeping possession of the ball until Ollie Wood was eager to get the ball back and so he did. He was through on goal but unselfishly he passed the ball across the goal to Luke Towler who finished an open goal. 4-0 to Kelvedon. Fortunately, we won a penalty through Ollie Wood being tripped up in the penalty box. James Rogers stepped up to the penalty, but sadly missed; Luke Towler came in from the rebound. He hit the crossbar and it came back to the penalty taker James Rogers, and he amazingly flicked it to Luke Towler who finished it off! 5-0 to Kelvedon. Next straight after Friars Grove kick-off Adam Lilywhite won it back through a brilliant tackle and Kelvedon were on the attack. James Rogers played a through ball to Ollie Wood who ran through the defence and slotted it into the bottom corner! 6-0. Instantly, the Friars Grove player’s heads dropped and gave away a corner. Finlay Newton’s skilful cross was half-volleyed by Harry Taylor to make it 7-0. A fantastic win for Kelvedon.

Written by:

James Rogers and Luke Towler

Colchester Blackwater Tournament - playoff match

Kelvedon 2 v Heathlands 6

Our school football team played their playoff match against Heathlands over at Thurstable today.

Unfortunately, we ended up on the wrong end of a 6 v 2 defeat. The scoreline was a little harsh on the players who gave their all and competed very well for much of the game against a strong, athletic side who made the most of the chance they created. A deserved victory for Heathlands but plenty of positives for our team.

I am pleased with the improvement our side has made over the early part of this season and I am sure we will have plenty of successful results over the coming months.

Player of the match - James Rogers

Mr Faithfull

Colchester Blackwater Girls Football Tournament

Our girls' football squad took part in the Colchester & Blackwater Partnership tournament at Thurstable School on Tuesday morning. This was the first time that most of the girls have played in  competitive matches. They did themselves and the school proud by finishing fourth out of fifteen teams and were only defeated in the semi-final in a penalty shoot-out. We played seven games altogether, winning two, drawing four and losing just one. A brilliant effort by every single one of our players and they can't wait for the next opportunity to show off their skills. Our magnificent ten were ; Sally, Shauna, Megan, Carrera, Shania, Molly, Amber, Lily, Ruby and Ella - well done all of you !