Here is the weekly round up of team performances from all our Cottenham Colts teams from Mini-League through to the Girls League from Saturday 1st March
MINI LEAGUE MATCHES
Under-7s v Histon Hornets
Under-8s v Swavesey Spartans
Today, the Under-8s took on a formidable Swavesey team. Right from the kickoff, it was a thrilling back-and-forth match, with both sides creating scoring opportunities.
The boys demonstrated excellent teamwork, showcasing impressive passing that led to numerous chances on goal.
As always, they put in maximum effort until the final whistle blew!
The team is excited about the upcoming games in March, eager to maintain their momentum.
Great job, boys! Keep up the fantastic effort!
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Under-9s [Black] v Burwell
Under-9s [Red] v Haverhill Rovers
Our Under-9s Red team delivered an outstanding performance today against Haverhill Reds.
From the very beginning, they took control of the match, creating numerous challenges for Haverhill. The boys showcased excellent passing and crossing as they pushed forward, while also demonstrating solid defensive skills.
Most importantly, their teamwork shone through, leading to a fantastic outcome.
Great job, boys!
We are incredibly proud of your efforts and the way you played...
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Under-10s v Sharpshooters
Under-11s v Haverhill Rovers
GIRLS TEAMS RESULTS
Under-9s v Newmarket Town
Under-10s v Saffron Walden
Under-11s v Ramsey Colts
The Under-11s were back in action over the weekend, facing off against Ramsey in a highly anticipated match.
The Colts got off to a strong start, taking the initiative early on, but they had to stay alert as the visiting team launched some quick counterattacks.
The home team took the lead with a beautifully executed goal and quickly followed it up with another, heading into halftime with a comfortable advantage.
The second half proved to be much more competitive, with both teams giving their all and displaying some impressive skills.
These girls are maintaining their excellent form as they approach the final stretch of their league matches.
The game also featured a fantastic showcase of the "Draft Excluder" defensive wall!
Well done, girls!
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Under-12s [Purple] 1 v 1 Haverhill Rovers
An early morning at Haverhill saw our team take to the new astro turf pitch. The surface was a good match for our girls, who started off a bit slow in the first five minutes but quickly took control of the game, creating numerous attacking opportunities. Unfortunately, we couldn't convert any of those chances, and the score remained 0-0 at halftime.
The second half was where the excitement unfolded. Cottenham broke the stalemate when Marley delivered a corner that Matilda powerfully finished from close range.
Haverhill responded almost instantly with a corner of their own, leveling the score at 1-1. Tasharna then made a break past their towering defender but was unfairly brought down just outside the box. Flo's free kick narrowly missed the target.
In the dying moments of the match, Flo's cross found Molly in a great position, but her well-struck shot was expertly saved by their goalkeeper. The match ended in a 1-1 draw. Flo was named player of the game for her solid performance on the left side.
Great job, girls!
Under-12s [Red] 1 v 2 Leverington
A narrow defeat for the Reds against Leverington
Under-14s 5 v 1 Chatteris Town
The girls were back in action after a break, facing off against Chatteris. They kicked off the game with enthusiasm, creating several opportunities but struggled to convert them into goals. However, Sasha managed to break the deadlock, completing a solo effort with a composed finish to put us ahead 1-0.
Chatteris quickly equalized with a misdirected cross that caught Leila off guard, leveling the score at 1-1. The first half was a bit chaotic, but the girls displayed remarkable resilience in the second half. Maddie set up Luka, who calmly slotted the ball into the net for a 2-1 lead. Shortly after, Hannah assisted Maddie, who scored our third goal following some impressive wing play from Bethan.
Lila sealed the victory with two expertly taken goals, bringing the final score to 5-1.
It was another solid win, and Tia earned the Player of the Game award for her consistent performance, even without her usual center-back partner, Sof who was on a mediterranean mid-season break!!
Solid result, Girls!
Under-17s 3 v 5 Thorney
The Under-17s slipped to just their second defeat in the league to top of the table Thorney in an action packed game. With games in hand the Colts still have a chance to top the table at the end of the season.
COLTS LEAGUE TEAMS RESULTS
Under-12s 0 v 6 Soham Town
Under-13s 9 v 2 Cambourne Town
Another Saturday brought another soggy pitch at the Rec, where Cottenham faced off against a friendly team, this time taking on the league leaders from Cambourne. Earlier in the season, Cambourne had handed Cottenham a heavy defeat, winning 8-1 in a match aided by strong winds.
However, Cottenham entered this game with renewed confidence, having recently secured 12 points from their last 15.
The match kicked off with Cottenham displaying impressive energy and organization, particularly in defense, where Charlie and Stan made some excellent early tackles and passes. Olly was also putting in a solid effort, helping Stan keep pace with their lightning-fast right winger. It was Olly who struck first, scoring to put Cottenham ahead 1-0 after a brilliant assist from William.
However, the lead was short-lived as Cambourne's speedy winger equalized just eight minutes in. Olly found the net again before halftime, giving Cottenham a well-deserved 2-1 advantage. Usain had another chance to score, but Kito's remarkable sprint and tackle turned the tide. Rooney also shone as a center back, contributing to a strong defensive performance, while Hayden was outstanding throughout, nearly extending the lead to 3 or 4-1 in the first half.
Cottenham's hard work paid off early in the second half, as Olly completed his hat trick, pushing the score to 3-1. In a flash, the score ballooned to 5-1 with two goals from Oscar, the second of which was a stunning strike reminiscent of both Stevie G and Trent.
Remembering their earlier defeat, Cottenham showed no signs of letting up. William added two more goals, and Henry capped it off by driving the ball into an empty net after a powerful run from Charlie. In a fitting conclusion, Olly sealed the game with the final goal, bringing the score to 9-2 as the whistle blew.
A big shoutout to the great sportsmanship displayed by both teams and their coaches!
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Under-14s [Black] 2 v 1 Royston Town
Under-14s [Red] 0 v 3 Lakenheath Youth
Under-15s 2 v 3 Fordham
Under-16s [Red] 5 v 0 St Ives Rangers
Under-17s [Red] P v P Comberton
Under-18s [Red] 3 v 2 St Ives Rangers
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