The U14 Kings have managed to gain a new sponsor after having their best start to the season with 10 games unbeaten (9 wins and 1 draw). Hays Travel of Bishop Auckland is donating its yearly collection money to the team to buy some new winter jackets.
“Many thanks to Leanne and Maria and all the staff and customers of Hays Travel for their very kind donations,” said a spokesperson.
St. Marys Angels FC Under 14s had a terrific 5-0 win over Seaton Carew with their best performance of the season.
The goals came from Danni Stephenson (2), Shannon Reed, Kimberley Dodds and Victoria Rodgers, but the whole team played brilliantly.
The U12s played two games with a close 1-0 loss against Washington and then a 1-1 draw against Plain Farm Pinks: two good performances and getting better all the time.
Any girl players of any age interested in joining St. Mary’s Angels should make contact through the website at www.basmj.com.
A total of 15 games have been played by the teams since the last report, with 9 wins and 2 draws and three teams topping their leagues.
U11 Kings had the biggest win with a 12-0 victory over Newton Aycliffe Juniors, which included 3 hat-tricks scored by Charlie Ellison, Liam Robson and Jack Glasper followed by one each from Lewis Poppleton, Alfie Newby and Hamish Wigley-Smith.
The U7s had a great 8-0 win over Richmond with goals from Ellis Hallimond (4), Adam Wilson (3), and Charlie Twinn.
The U8 Aces had a good 3-0 win over Newton Aycliffe with goals from Danny Shaw, and MOM Robbie Wilkinson (2).
The U8 Kings were very unlucky against Billingham after leading 2-0 with both goals from Tommy Hawkes but then lost 3-2.
The U9 Aces lost 3-1 against Golden Flats while the U9 Kings had a great 1-0 win in a very close game against Greatham to stay a close second in the league. Joseph Foster scored the all-important goal.
The U10s also had a great 3-2 win against Greatham with goals from Ollie Johnson, Regan Nixon and Corbyn Mitchell.
The U11 Aces lost 5-1 at Nunthorpe with Aaron Willoughby scoring. They are looking for players to strengthen their squad. Any players interested in a trial should call Dave Willoughby on 07969 040852.
The U12s lost 2-0 against a very good Marton FC side and put up a good display.
The U13s had a great 7-1 win away at Sunderland Redhouse with 5 goals from Bailey Prudhoe and two from Adam Dobson.
The U14 Aces had a close game against Marton FC ending in a 1-1 draw with another important goal from Leon Roe.
The U14 Kings stayed top of Division Three with a 5-1 win over Thirsk Falcons with a hat-trick from Harry Coulthard. His last goal was made possible after a great run from Kieran Kirkby. The other goals came from Myles Swift and Sam Parnaby, with his 26th league goal of the season. Thomas Wilkinson was also outstanding filling in as goalkeeper.
The U15 Aces picked up a good point with a close 0-0 draw against Barnard Castle.
The U15 Kings had a very good 4-2 win to stay top of the league over Stockton Rangers with goals from James Pugh (2), Kieran Maddison and Marc Miles.
The U16s had a great 4-1 win over Great Ayton with goals from Nathan Wall (2), Anth Stout and Jake Findley. The side are now fundraising with a goal of £650 per player to fund their trip to the Barcelona Junior cup next July.
“If any business wants to sponsor a player or can help in any way, contact the club via the website at www.basmj.com. The company name will be advertised in the local papers as well as on our website,” said a spokesperson.
The club’s next Sports Night to help raise funds for the trip is already sold out. Guest speakers are Bryan Robson (ex-Man Utd) and Steve Daley (ex-Man City). With 250 tickets sold, the venue has had to be changed to the Belvedere WMC on Friday, 8th February.
Bishop Auckland's local community newspaper.
