Norwich Union v Tad Albion U10's (A Team)

U9 News 19th March 2008

Excellent win's this weekend for both our U9 team's

A Team Won 5 - 1 Scorers; Cavan x 2, Tom C x 2, Austin x 1
Man of the Match - Tom C

B Team Won 3 - 2 Scorers; Callum x 1, Taylor x 1, Adam x 1
Man of the Match - Taylor

The A team move from 6th to Joint 5th in the league with every possibility of achieving 3rd by the end of the season. The B team are 4th and currently the ONLY unbeaten team in the league this season with every possibility of achieving runners up in the league.

A reminder to all that there is NO TRAINING on Saturday 22nd March & Saturday 29th March. The next time we meet will be at Heworth on 5th April, we have been invited for hotdogs in the clubhouse after the game. Our final game of the season is at home to Fulford on 6th April.

Have a great Easter but don't eat too many Easter Eggs, we have everything to play for in our final 2 games!

Copmanthorpe ‘v’ Tad Albion U8s (16th March)

U8 Blue Team Results

1st Game Result
Companthorpe 2-1 Tadcaster Albion
Scorers: ??
Team: Saul, George, Edan, Ethan, Louis, Adam, James Oliver


2nd Game Result
Companthorpe 1-4 Tadcaster Albion
Scorers: James Oliver, Louis, James King (2)
Team: George, Edan, Ethan, Louis, Harry, James Oliver, James King

Copmanthorpe ‘v’ Tad Albion U8s (16th March)

U8 Yellow Team Match Report

1st Game report
Copmanthorpe 0 – 2 Tadcaster Albion
Scorers: Harry, James
The Yellow team lined up for the first game with Alfie in goal; Emily and Joseph defence; James and Megan in midfield; Harry up front.
In cold windy conditions (why is every Sunday like that?) Tadcaster struggled to stamp their authority on a game they could (and should) have won comfortably. From the first whistle Tadcaster had nearly all of the possession and much of it was in the opposition half. However it was towards the end of the first half before they got the breakthrough. From a free kick well outside the area, James unleashed a terrific shot which crashed off the underside of the bar and appeared to cross the line before bouncing out. The Copmanthorpe players were rooted to the spot, allowing Harry put the ball into the back of the net. But who scored - James or Harry? Fortunately, Companthorpe’s cutting edge goal line technology (the bald bloke called Norm stood next to the goal) confirmed that the original free kick had crossed the line.
Justin and Daniel replaced Emily and Megan for the second half. Again, Tadcaster made hard work of it and some of the positional play wasn’t great, but they never looked like losing the game. Mid-way through the second half, James picked out a great run from Harry with a lovely pass and with only the ‘keeper to beat Harry made no mistake. Tadcaster had chances to increase the lead but it wasn’t to be and the game finished with a comfortable 2-0 win.
This was another solid team performance and it sees Tadcaster move up into second place in the league – level on points with Heworth, but losing out on goal difference. That’s a fantastic position to be in and two more wins will guarantee a top two finish which would be … well ... fantastic. Let’s go for it!

Man of the Match: Alfie. Great goalkeeping again - very quick to come off his line and clear the ball. Well done Alfie!


2nd Game report
Copmanthorpe 2 – 1 Tadcaster Albion
Scorers: Saul
The line up for the second game was Megan in goal; Daniel and Emily in defence; Saul, Joseph and Justin in midfield; Alfie and Adam up front.
Tadcaster has an absolute shocker in the first half. Whether it was the windy conditions or the fact that it was 8 a-side, they struggled to make a single pass and probably tackled each other more than the opposition. Copmanthorpe scored twice and Tadcaster trudged off at half time looking very sorry for themselves.
After ‘a bit of a talking to’ at half time there was a distinct improvement in the second half and Saul pulled a goal back after a great run with a super finish. But in the end it was just one of those games that are best forgotten.

Man of the Match: Saul – showed great determination and deserved his goal. Well done Saul !

U7/U8 News

U7/U8 News
Next Match is away at Copmanthorpe on Sunday 16th March. Kick off is 11am, please meet at Riverside at 10am or 10:30am at the away ground.
Training has had to be cancelled this weekend due to personal/work commitments. In addition, there is no match / training over the Easter weekend. Training commences again on Saturday 29th March.

Under 10's - Norwich Union (Away) 16th March

The Under 10's A & B Team are playing the previously postponed match against Norwich Union on Sunday 16th March.

Kick-off is 10:30am - Meet down at Riverside at 9:40am.

Directions to the ground (and all Mini-Soccer Venues) can be found here: http://www.yorkcubs.com/html/directions_opponents.htm

Tadcaster Albion U10's A & B Teams are still in with a shout of being runners-up in the league. All to play for!

Charity March 20th April

U9's Meet at Tadcaster Albion Ground at 12pm for 12:30 Kick-off
U10's Time to be advised - assume 12pm for 12:30pm

U9's News

Under 9's News
Our home game with Brooklyn on Sunday kicks off at 10:30, please meet at Riverside at 10am
We have 2 re-arranged fixures:
Heworth 5th April Away 10:30 kick off & Fulford 6th April Home 10am kick-off . Heworth have invited us for hotdogs and refreshments after the game for parents and players

Tad Albion U8s ‘v’ Poppleton (9th March)

U8 Blue Team Match Report


1st Game Report
Tadcaster Albion 0-6 Poppleton
Scorers:
This was always going to be a tough task for the Tadcaster team made up of Saul, George, Ethan, James Oliver, Sam, Edan and Adam. Playing the league leaders with a slightly weakened team proved to be a tough task as the visitors ran out 6-0 winners.
Man of the Match: Ethan.



2nd Game Report
Tadcaster Albion 2-1 Poppleton
Scorers: Harry(2)
The friendly game was a much different story as Tadcaster strengthened the blue team - Saul, George, Joseph, Ethan, Harry, James King and James Oliver. An outstanding effort saw Tadcaster shade the first half 1-0 and despite being pegged back after the break and weathering a lot of poppleton pressure, Tadcaster ran out 2-1 winners thanks to Harry's second goal of the game.
Man of the Match: George.

Tad Albion U8s ‘v’ Poppleton (9th March)

U8 Yellow Team Match Report

Tadcaster Stun League Leaders !

1st Game report
Tadcaster Albion 1 – 0 Poppleton
Scorers: Harry
Tadcaster lined up for the first game with Alfie in goal; Emily and Joseph in defence; James and Megan in midfield; Harry up front.
This was the big one! A win against the league leaders would open up the ‘B’ division and maybe nerves were the cause of Tadcaster’s slow start. The wobbles didn’t last long though and Tadcaster started to rise to the challenge. Alfie looked assured in goal, with Emily and Joseph strong and solid at the back. In addition Joseph’s continued improvement and willingness to attack (a little too willing sometimes!) provided the team with options going forward. James, Megan and Harry ran their socks off as usual and their readiness to get back and defend typifies the team spirit. It has to be said that both teams contributed to a fantastic match, and despite the lack of clear chances in the first half, the play was as exciting and entertaining as anything we’ve seen this season.
Daniel and Justin replaced Emily and Megan for the second half. Both substitutes played their parts with Daniel making several great tackles, and Justin putting in a performance that was an absolute revelation. His boundless energy lifted the team and provided the platform allowing James and Harry to take the game to Poppleton. Tadcaster were increasing in confidence and had Poppleton on the back foot on a number of occasions, but still neither side created any clear cut chances. This match was destined to be one of the most exciting 0-0 draws ever, when Tadcaster pulled in out of the bag again with another late, late show. James’ persistence saw him drive down the right before getting in a good, high cross. The ‘keeper couldn’t quite hold on to it and when the ball dropped, Harry was in the perfect position on the goal line to fire in possibly his easiest, but most important goal of the season.
It might seem repetitive, but the team spirit and determination within this group of players is immense. They attack as a team, defend as a team and most importantly, they just never give up.
Man of the Match: James – tireless running throughout the match, both in attack and defence. Well done James !

2nd Game report
Tadcaster Albion 2 – 3 Poppleton
Scorers: Justin, Sam
The line up for the friendly game was Megan in goal, Emily and Daniel in defence; Edan, Adam and Justin in midfield; Alfie up front. (Sam started on the bench, with rolling subs every 3 or 4 minutes).
A poor start saw Tadcaster 2-0 down within the first 4 minutes. After that though, things did improve, with Justin having an absolutely outstanding game. He had already gone close to scoring, before firing in a great shot from the edge of the area (his first ever goal!).
Tadcaster started the second half believing they could win, and Alfie’s ability to hold on to the ball caused lots of problems for the Poppleton defenders. Edan came close to levelling the scores, but in the end it was Sam who latched on to a loose ball in the area and notch his first goal for the club. Tadcaster couldn’t quite hang on to the lead though and a very Poppleton late goal settled the match in their favour. A disappointing result, because Tadcaster deserved more, but overall a fantastic performance.

Man of the Match: Sam – played really well and thoroughly deserved his goal. Let’s hope there’s lots more to come. Well done Sam !

under 10 s b team match report

RIVERSIDE ALBIONS V POPPLETON PANTHERS .


1st game

With an unusual start to the game playing our friendly first due to poppletons shortage of players . We lent them 2 of our players Eddie and George who both played well and with commitment to poppleton which was very admirable for both of them.We went on with all the fight of a league game and was soon the leading team with an amazing goal from Becky from a tight angle with a brilliant finish showing everyone just why she is captain . The second goal was an opportunist goal from Jay placed in the back of the net with his left foot (not bad for a goaly).The 3rd goal with a sweet shot and good finish came from Matty Jewitt making it a 3 /0 win .

PERSON OF THE MATCH
Or should we say people were Becky and Harry Jackson both for their continued fight never tiring and showing true grit in both games when both took some heavy tackles .



2ND GAME

This was to prove a bit more challenging after playing so hard in the first game and then poppleton been added to by a couple of the first team players . It started off quite tense with poppleton defiantly benefiting from the addition of the new players . at times it was close between both teams. We had quite a few shots on goal and none managing to find the back of the net which as spectators leads to jangled nerves . Then in the second half Stephen took a long run down the left wing and placed it in the back of the net . (much to the relief of everyone on the touch line ).It looked like poppleton were going to score 3 Min's before the final whistle when a shot on goal was saved by Jay showing his vast improvement as our goal keeper reaching up and pushing it over the bar . All the team played well and showed just what they can do and kept their 4Th win in a row . well done to everyone you made me a very proud coach today lets keep it going.

MAN OF THE MATCH

Jay for his fantastic save and keeping another clean sheet.

Under 9's Revised Fixtures 2008

Heworth
V
Tadcaster Albion
(Rescheduled Sat 8th March)

02-Mar-08
Brooklyn
V
Woodthorpe Wanderers
Dunnington
V
Easingwold Town
Tadcaster Albion
V
York College
Poppleton
V
York Cubs
Heworth
V
Fulford

08-Mar-08 (Saturday)
Heworth
V
Tadcaster Albion


09-Mar-08
Woodthorpe Wanderers
V
Fulford
Sunday
York Cubs
V
Heworth
York College
V
Poppleton
Easingwold Town
V
Tadcaster Albion
Brooklyn
V
Dunnington

16-Mar-08
Dunnington
V
Woodthorpe Wanderers
Tadcaster Albion
V
Brooklyn
Poppleton
V
Easingwold Town
Heworth
V
York College
Fulford
V
York Cubs

23 March 2008 EASTER - Free Week
30 March 2008 - Free week TO RE-ARRANGE FIXTURES
6 April 2008 Free week TO RE-ARRANGE FIXTURES
13 April 2008 Free Week TO REARRANGE FIXTURES
20 April 2008 Free Week TO REARRANGE FIXTURES
27 April 2008 Free Week TO REARRANGE FIXTURES
Season ends 30th April
No extensions will be permitted

Tad Albion U8s ‘v’ Woodthorpe (24th Feb)

U8 Yellow Team Match Report

1st Game report
Woodthorpe 0 – 1 Tadcaster Albion
Scorers: Alfie
The Yellow team lined up for the first game with Justin in goal; Emily and Joseph defence; Harry and Megan in midfield; Alfie up front.
Tadcaster started the match confidently and they were rewarded early on with a goal from Alfie. Harry looked full of running and a mazy run through the Woodthorpe defence resulted in a penalty after a mistimed tackle in the area. Alfie stepped up to take the spot kick, but didn’t connect properly and the ‘keeper saved comfortably. At the other end, Emily and Joseph were never really troubled – helped by good defensive work from the midfield pair of Harry and Megan. As the half wore on, Tadcaster continued to dominate and had several chances to extend their lead, however desperate defending by the home side kept the Tadcaster lead to a single goal.
Sam and Daniel replaced Emily and Megan for the second half. Again, Tadcaster looked the most likely to score, and really should have finished off the home side. Great play between Harry and Alfie saw them create chance after chance, but they never quite got away from the last defender. As time started to run out, Woodthorpe pushed forward looking for the equaliser, but throughout the whole match, Justin didn’t really have a proper shot to save and the match ended with another narrow win for Tadcaster.

Man of the Match: Harry. Played his best game for a few weeks and looked full of running throughout – keep up the good work. Well done Harry !


2nd Game report
Woodthorpe 1 – 1 Tadcaster Albion
Scorers: Alfie
The line up for the second game was Harry in goal; Daniel and Emily in defence; Megan, Joseph and Sam in midfield; Alfie up front.
Again Tadcaster took the lead in the first half – the ball broke out from defence after a strong blocking tackle from Daniel. Alfie chased the retreating defender and nicked it off him before poking it past the ‘keeper for a great goal. Again, Tadcaster could have won comfortably, but lacked the killer instinct in front of goal. In the end an equaliser late in the second half was probably just reward from some good pressure by Woodthorpe - and a warning to Tadcaster to put their chances away when they get them.

Man of the Match: Daniel – great effort. His best ever game for Tadcaster. Well done Daniel !

Tad Albion U10's (A Team) vs Huntington (Match Report)

Great win for the A Team against Huntington today. Good linking play from Joel B, Harry H and finally Jamie G resulted in an early goal from Jamie G.

Tad sat back for a while and were lucky not to conceed against 'in form' Huntington. Mick switched on his hairdryer at half time (on a medium setting!) and the lads battled valiantly to win 2-0.

Man of the Match (1st Game) Joel B

Man of the Match (2nd Game) Josh J

Next week's Mothering Sunday Cup game against Old Malton has been re-arranged but training will continue as normal.

We are hoping to have the cooking facilities back on in the Clubhouse in time for our home game against Poppleton Panthers on 9th March (the clocks go back that weekend - hurray!).

Final note - we are currently trying to get permission to hold our Tournament on the Ings which means we need to be vigilant in our behaviour towards the householders by the pitch. Please don't park near the gate - you should aim to park at the large car park behind the ground - and please don't clean your boots on the road leading to the Ings or bash them against the householder's walls. Thanks in advance.

Under 10's v Huntington - 24th February 2008

The Under 10's meet Huntington at The Ings on Sunday 24th February. Mick will confirm the kick-off time at Friday training at the Leisure Centre.

Under 11's Race Night - 1st March 2008

Here are details of the Under 11's Race Night being held on 1st March at the Taddy Albion Clubhouse. Tickets are available via Keith Sawden keith.sawden@btconnect.com who can be contacted on 01977 685260 or 07812155897. Keith is fundraising for the Under 11's (who he coaches) to take them to Europe (are you listening Mr Benitez?) to play local Under 11 Teams.
Definitely a cause worthy of our support!

Tad Albion U8s ‘v’ Wiggington (17th Feb)

U8 Yellow Team Match Report

1st Game report
Tadcaster Albion 2 – 1 Wiggington
Scorers: Harry, James
Tadcaster lined up for the first game with Alfie in goal; Justin and Joseph in defence; James and Megan in midfield; Harry up front.
Tadcaster started brightly in a delayed kick off (due to very frosty conditions). Some good early possession saw Tadcaster attacking the Wiggington end, but they lacked the cohesion seen in previous weeks. For all the determination and effort Tadcaster were playing as individuals rather than as a team. The result was 10 minutes of frustration for everyone playing and watching as the half ended goal-less.
Edan replaced Justin for the second half, with Megan dropping back to defence.
Another mixed performance in the second half saw a slight improvement, and also the early break through as an angled shot from Harry somehow found the back of the net. Any hopes that this would settle the nerves and allow the home side to push on were dashed as Wiggington hit back soon after to make the scores level. Tadcaster kept pushing for the winner and had to trust to lady luck and a couple of good saves from Alfie as things ‘went a bit pear shaped’ at the back, but in the end (and I mean right at the end) Tadcaster sneaked the win. The ball broke to James in the area and he kept his cool to slot the ball home.
This team has commitment and determination in abundance and in the end that won them the match. If they can start to play as a team they stand a real chance of winning this league. At the half way point in the season, Tadcaster are in great position – Third in the league but only 1 point behind the leaders. Let’s go for it !

Man of the Match: Megan – 100% commitment as usual. Well done Megan !

2nd Game report
Tadcaster Albion 5 – 4 Wiggington
Scorers: Alfie(3), James(2)
The line up for the friendly game was Harry in goal, Justin and Joseph in defence; James, Megan and Edan in midfield; Alfie up front.
Another mixed performance, saw Tadcaster play some great football early. Leading 3-1 at half time thanks to 2 goals from Alfie and 1 from James, Tadcaster looked to be cruising when Alfie completed his hat-trick early in the second half. However complacency and poor discipline allowed Wiggington right back into the match and in the end Tadcaster shaded the win 5-4 thanks to James’ late goal.

Man of the Match: Justin – quietly got on with his job. Excellent positional play and some great defensive tackling. Well done Justin !

Leeds United Academy and Open Trials 2008

Many congratulations to Saul G and Joel B who have been retained for another term at Leeds Utd's Thorpe Arch Academy. Saul is training with the Under 8's Goalkeeping Squad and Joel is training with and playing for the Under 10's/Under 11's 'Elite Squad'.

Both of these players are subject to a rolling 5/6-week evaluation period at the end of which they are either promoted to the Academy First Team, retained in the Elite Squad or sent back to a Development Centre. This is a particular achievement for Joel who is now in his second year at Thorpe Arch. Joel was scouted at Otley Tournament in 2006 when he depped for the Under 8's. Since passing through the Under 9's 2007 Development Centre in the shortest possible time and in his period at Thorpe Arch, Joel has always played in his age group or above. Leeds Utd are holding 'Open Trials' (for players not lucky enough to have been spotted in tournaments or league games) in March. The cost of this is £30 and Leeds are looking for goalkeepers and outfield players aged 7 to 11.

Details are here: http://tinyurl.com/2jmzjb

Man of The Match Medals

From 17th February 2008, Under 8's, Under 9's and Under 10's most outstanding players will be presented with 'Man of The Match' medals (which they can keep forever!). We have had the medals specially made for us by Pendles.

Remember, these medals are awarded at the discretion of the Coach/Manager for players who show the most commitment and have the highest work-rate in the match they have played in - come on down!

Under 10's - Away To Norwich Union 17th Feb

Kick-off is at 11:15 - meet at Riverside at 10:15.
Directions to the venue can be found here:-http://www.yorkcubs.com/html/directions_opponents.htm

Under 10's at Tadcaster Leisure Centre

Unfortunately, we have received complaints about the conduct of players waiting to use the facilities at Tadcaster Leisure Centre for Friday night training. This is disappointing given that the Staff at the Leisure Centre have been more than generous both in the heavy discount in cost they have passed on for the use of the facilities and by allowing us to 'block-book' until the Spring. The alternative is we return to outside training at Riverside with all that entails.

Please don't leave your child unattended in the reception area of the Centre. Our insurance only covers the players when a Coach is in attendance. On Friday night, some players were dropped outside the door/in the entrance. Please wait with your child, making sure that he/she doesn't hinder the progress of any paying customers of the Leisure Centre. We would rather retain this valuable facility - not just for our current age-group, but for all of the other junior football teams within Tadcaster Albion.

Under 10's Half-Term Hi-Jinks.

Thanks to everyone who turned out at The Ings today for our 'mini-tournament' - the players thoroughly enjoyed themselves and the parents were enthusiastic in their task of clearing the pitch from the flood debris(!). We were especially pleased to welcome scouting staff from Leeds & York who have asked some of the players to attend their Academies/Development Centres.

Tad Albion U8s ‘v’ York Cubs (3rd Feb)

U8 Yellow Team Match Report

1st Game report
York Cubs 0 – 3 Tadcaster Albion
Scorers: Harry, James, o.g.
The Yellow team lined up for the first game with Alfie in goal; Emily and Joseph defence; James and Megan in midfield; Harry up front.
Tadcaster moved up to 3rd place in their league with another fantastic team display. On a bitterly cold day on the Knavesmire, Tadcaster’s overall effort and determination was the main contributing factor in a well-deserved win.
After an early scare at the back, Tadcaster took the lead with a fine goal from Harry – racing clear of the defence and slotting home. On the defensive front, Tadcaster were, again, superb. Emily and Joseph at the back along with Megan and James in midfield kept the York Cubs chances to a minimum meaning that Alfie was largely untroubled in goal. Harry and James also linked up superbly throughout the match and on another day Tadcaster could have been four or five up by half time. As it was, Tadcaster had to be content with their slender half time lead. Half time score: York Cubs 0, Tadcaster 1.
Sam and Justin replaced Emily and Megan for the second half. Again, Tadcaster looked the most likely to score and they did double the midway though the half when the goalkeeper unluckily fumbled James’ wicked corner into his own net. Soon after, James got his name onto the score sheet when his shot somehow crept in at the near post from the narrowest of angles. Final score: York Cubs 0, Tadcaster Albion 3.

2nd Game report
York Cubs 0 – 2 Tadcaster Albion
Scorers: Alfie, James
The line up for the second game was Megan in goal; Justin and Emily in defence; James, Joseph and Sam in midfield; Harry and Alfie up front.
A goal in each half from James and Alfie sealed the win in a scrappy game played 8-a-side in order to try and keep everybody involved. Again, Tadcaster were determined not to be beaten and the win was thoroughly deserved.

Man of the Match: James – fantastic display. Created chances, scored goals, lots of tracking back to defend. Well done James !

Man of the Match (Under 10's B Team) Pickering

Man of the Match (1st game) - Steven
Man of the Match (2nd game) - James

(Sorry - missed off the January Under 10's B-Team Match Reports - in error!)

Under 10's Indoor Training 1st Feb to 4th April 2008

As mentioned by Mick at Sunday's game. Training for Under 10's will be at Tadcaster Leisure Centre from 1st Feb to 4th April starting from 6pm until 7pm (you need to be there from 5:50pm onwards). Don't forget your trainers, subs & a drink.