First Half: The match kicked off with both teams finding their footing. In the 7th minute, Coco opened the scoring with a stunning goal, setting the tone for the match and giving Lewes a 1-0 lead. Supported by a strong defence (Brooke and Heidi), the midfielders and forwards (Emily, Millie, Merle, and Jasmine) dominated possession and effectively utilised the width to create numerous goal-scoring opportunities.
• 0-1: Coco's opening goal.
• 0-2: Milly scored with a lovely pass from Eleanor.
• 0-3: Eleanor found the net, assisted by Coco's play.
• 0-4: Coco scored her second goal, assisted by Minin.
• 0-5: Coco completed her hat-trick with a beautiful run and assist from Bea.
Half Time: With a commanding 5-0 lead, Lewes reversed player positions in the second half against Burgess Hill's younger side, but their dominance remained unaffected.
Second Half:
• 0-6: Hannah scored her first goal after a well-executed sequence of passes.
• 0-7: Defender Hannah added another goal, assisted by Coco & Minnie.
• Lewes coaches demonstrated great sportsmanship by substituting Heidi and Brooke, giving the young Burgess Hill team a chance to play.
• 0-8: Erin scored her first-ever goal—well played!
• Burgess Hill was awarded a short corner, providing a learning moment for the new defence without a goalie. Coco made a confident clearance.
• A rebound attack by Bea and Esme, with excellent feed-ins from Jasmine, followed.
• 0-9: Hannah secured her hat-trick with another fine goal, assisted by Bea.
Full Time: The match ended with an impressive 9-0 victory for Lewes. The team's confident performance, characterised by good passing, effective use of width, and determination (notably from Hannah), made for an exciting game. Bea's impressive runs up the line and into the opponent's D. Emily's impressive stick work and skills shone during moments of pressure. It was a delightful match to watch, although keeping track of the goals was a challenge! Lewes’s girls truly sparkled in the sunshine.
Well played, everyone! ?