FREETHORPE U11s GIRLS

FREETHORPE U11s GIRLS.
A historic day for Freethorpe F.C when the U11 girls became the first female team to ever play football for the club.
After much hard work by Mandy Morris and Jane Smith(both FA Level 1 coaches) total commitment from a great bunch of girls, support from parents and sponsorship from Moulton Nurseries. the U11 stepped out to face Shrublands at Southtown Common at 2pm on Sunday.
The excitement and anticipation of all involved was both refreshing and inspirational and was a great advertisement for the FA to get girls and women involved in our National Sport.
The game started and Shrublands pushed forward in numbers the Freethorpe defence of Elizabeth G, Rebekah G and Ellan P all kept position well, tackled hard and cleared the ball well.
Olivia S showed good control and made some good runs from midfield. Melissa H tackled hard and closed Shrublands down with Erin K up front on her own who worked hard to hold the ball up, pass and bring others into the game. After ten minutes with a even game flowing from end to end Rebekah moved forward to have a good shot. Shortly afterward Shrublands attacked and scored after a good move.
Some great defending especially by Elizabeth G kept Shrublands out as they attacked strongly in numbers for the score to remain at 1-0 at half-time.
Rolling substitutions were made throughout the game giving all the girls a taste of the action.
The second half continued to be a very even and sporting match a testament to both teams Isabel S in goal had a great match making two great saves in the second half and kicking well throughout the match.
Molly D and Jessica H both played well working hard for the team and holding position well. Lilly B defended well and Clair A slotted into midfield nicely. Shrublands scored their second goal midway through the second period to win 2-0. All the girls can be proud and pleased with there performances special mention to Rebekah G and Elizabeth G who were both outstanding.