TAJFC U12's received a salutatory lesson today about finishing from Division 1 dynamos - Pocklington Predators. In the first round of the Acaster Steel Cup, Tad met PP's on their home pitch. Starting line-up was Josh J, Matty, Joel, Paul, Joe, Ollie P, Macca, Ollie W, Hazza, Craig & John. Sam C was ill with a raging temperature and Josh J manfully stepped up at short notice.
TAJFC had the best of the play in the first 15 mins and it looked for a while that the 2 divisions difference between these sides would be overcome......however PP had some excellent strikers and scored 2 stunning goals in quick succession on 17 and 18 mins. TAJFC fought back, but conceded again just before half-time. George, Angus and Adam swapped with Ollie P, Joe S and Ollie W, but (repeating the pattern that happen in the first half), PP scored 2 screamers on 34 and 36 mins. TAJFC battled valiantly with Hazza, Joel, Craig and Macca maximising their workrate.A penalty was awarded when Joel was brought down, but was unfortunately missed when Paul took out a pigeon flying at 30 feet. For almost half an hour play was deadlocked with a couple of missed chances at either end. PP got their last goal on 58 mins and Hazza made a new friend(!).
As their league position shows, Pocklington were a very skillful side, with great finishing and (like Harrods) had quality in all departments. The Pock manager Joe was very complimentary about TAJFC and wished us well in the League, Plate and Cup. Men Of The Match were Josh J for an outstanding and committed performance and Paul for his inestimable work rate, tenacity and skill under pressure - well done (despite the scoreline). Thanks again to parents for helping out and conducting the raffle. Training as normal on Friday. Last shout for Registration Fees. Get Well Soon Sam!
