WOMEN’S RESULTS
U14’s:
Once again we fronted up to a game we were expected to win and win well. Like last week, complacency is our enemy and I had to remind the girls how quickly one can topple from top spot when one goes into a game thinking it’s already over, already won and we don’t need to try that hard.
While it took us 20 minutes to get into gear v Tea Tree Gully last week, we were on song a lot quicker this time. Just 9 minutes in and Isla Kain pounced on a parried ball from the keeper to control it, step right and fire a shot into the top right corner of the net. BOOM! We were 1-0 up. Isla’s first goal of the season and the 14th player in the squad to score. Just a few minutes later, Matiyah Ocampo ran on to a thru ball and sprinting away from the Salisbury defence, Matiyah closed in on the keeper before cooly firing to the left to score her 10th of the season and putting us 2-0 up.
Leilah Kaneza joined the party pushing past 3 defenders on 21 minutes and working it past the keeper for 3-0. Captain Fantastic Helen Constance then slipped a pass to Apuk Baak who sprinted past the backline to go one on one with keeper and Apuk made no mistake. It’s Apuk’s 14th goal of the season and we were 4-0 up at HT.
Second half we continued to press but to Salisbury’s credit, they defended with heart and made life difficult. We were creating opportunities though and shooting from many varied angles. Apuk Baak stole a kick out from a Salisbury defender and crossed from the far left of the penalty box to the far right and straight to Liya Ratthanachan, who controlled and slotted it home our 5th and her 14th of the season. Leilah Kaneza was back again to score her 2nd for the game and her 14th goal of the year also to make it 6-0.
Then with just 3 minutes left in the match, Pendeza Mabilo, our vice captain and ever reliable tough as nails centre back, came off the bench to go forward as a striker. This time Leilah Kaneza was the provider as she flicked a pass to Pendeza outside the penalty box, dead in front. Pendeza got round one defender, sprinted past another and from 45 degree angle, 10 metres out, smashed it into the gap between keeper and upright. Pendeza scoring means 15 out of 16 players have scored this season. Our beloved keeper, Maddi Machin is now under pressure to make it 16 from 16. 😊
FT 7-0
This was a good hit out where every girl contributed to the victory. Best players were hard to choose, but Isla Kain’s performance was memorable for the constant chasing, constant fighting and also for the wonderful strike which netted Isla her first goal. Liya Ratthanachan, Helen Constance, Lisa David, Keira Bowes, Pendeza Mabilo and Matiyah Ocampo also played well.
Last but not least, high five to Manaab Ali who provided good forward pressure, almost scored and was more physical than normal, earning a yellow card from the ref, but praise from the coach. Well done, Manaab, look forward to seeing more of that next week!
We remain top of the table with 7 games remaining…
Patriot Girl Power!!!
- Chris Bowes
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JUNIOR RESULTS RECAP
vs Fulham United
U12’s:
Coming off a week without a game, limited training, and a few changes in personnel, we knew we were in for a tough battle against Fulham, who sit top of the table and are yet to lose a game.
We were a little shaky in the first half, and it showed. Their transition into the counterattack caught us flat-footed too many times, and we paid the price, going into half time 4-0 down. That was despite some outstanding saves from our U11 goalkeeper, including a penalty save.
We had a chat at half time, addressed a few issues, and came out a completely different team in the second half. We created a few chances of our own, but ultimately went down 5-0 to a very well-drilled and talented Fulham side.
There are plenty of things to work on at training over the coming weeks, and we'll continue to build from this.
U13’s:
The lads came out hard today, but unfortunately struggled with being clinical in front of goal, missing golden opportunity after opportunity.
All that ended separating the teams was a well taken penalty and we finished 1-0 up.
We take the three points and look to be better next game.
U14’s:
After a very scrappy fist 20 minutes the boys began to settle in and focus on our game plan to go in at half time 1-0 up.
In the second half the boys demonstrated patients and confident possession to come out 2-0 victors.
Very happy to keep a clean sheet.
U15’s:
Our boys dominated the game for the whole 80 mins. Our keepers barely touched the ball and our boys did really well to remain focussed despite quite a bit of naughty stuff coming in from several of Fulham’s players. We ran away 9-0 winners. We played really well as a team and it was great to keep a clean sheet. 💪🚀⚽️
U16’s:
From the moment we arrived we looked out of sorts, this continued into the warm up, we were a shadow of the disciplined team we know. I changelled them to snap out of it and to lift and play our game and we some what did scoring early on. We continued to try to play and scored 3 late goals going into half time 4-0 up. Second half we appeared to settle back into how we warmed up and the score showed this, hanging on with a 4-2 win.
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🚀LAST CHANCE TO SECURE A SPOT🚀
Into 2026, the partnership between West Ham United Foundation Camp with George Cowie and Playford City Patriots will be continuing! 🚀
Participants will have the opportunity to receive professional coaching. This is ideal for any players looking to take their game to the next level.
📍Ramsay Park
📅 6th and 7th July
⏰ 10:00am - 2:00pm
👤 Footballers ages 7-16
Follow the link to secure your spot in the camp⬇️
georgecowiefootball.com.au/portfolio/playford-city-patriots/
Please message us with any questions☺️
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