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Alton Juniors: Weekend Roundup

14 Oct 2024

Locksheath Lions 1 - 6 Alton Storm (Hampshire Cup)

Storm had an enjoyable trip down to the south coast and had a comfortable victory despite going 1-nil down, the tie never looked in doubt. 1-1 at half time, the second half the home team ran out of stream and a couple of quick fire goals the tie was over. Into the next round we go.

Goals : Jacob x 2 , Hugh, Sam, Ben, og
Assist : Beau, Freddie x 2 , Hugh
POTM: Ned

Alton Galaxy 3 - 3 Baffins Milton (9-8 on Pens)

These two sides could not be separated in normal time with the game ending 3-3. Visitors took an early 2 goal led and were playing some lovely stuff.

A penalty just before the half time gave Galaxy hope, and in the second half equalised and then took the lead in the space of 3 minutes.

Baffins rallied though and scored their own equaliser and Galaxy were hanging on in the last few minutes before the final whistle belw and took the game to penalties.

First 10 penalties were perfect and it went to sudden death where the penalties were still despatched perfectly. Unfortunately the 18th penalty for the visitors hit the bar.

Goals : Jacob x 3
Assist : Beau, Ned
POTM Buddy

Popley Dragons vs Alton Fireballs

The Fireballs traveled to face reigning Premier Division champions, Popley Dragons, in another round of their seeding games. The Dragons quickly showed their championship pedigree, controlling the first 20 minutes and opening the scoring in the 12th minute.

The Fireballs responded almost immediately, with a brilliant cross from Max in the 13th minute, which Noah met with a stunning strike to level the score. Unfortunately, in the 20th minute, a misfortune struck when the ball bounced off the Fireballs’ goalkeeper, Alton, and into the net, gifting Popley a 2-1 lead.

Popley capitalized on a second defensive lapse in the 30th minute, increasing their lead to 3-1. Despite the setback, the Fireballs fought back, with Ethan winning a penalty after a foul inside the box. Sebby coolly converted, slotting the ball into the left side of the net to bring the score to 3-2 just before halftime.

The second half was a more evenly matched affair, with the Fireballs applying sustained pressure on Popley, including an impressive 13-pass sequence that showcased their resilience. However, Popley broke through once again, extending their lead to 4-2.

Both teams had chances in the closing stages, with the Fireballs seeing a goal disallowed, but despite their efforts, the match ended 4-2 in favor of Popley.

Though the result wasn’t what the Fireballs had hoped for, they put up a spirited performance against the reigning champions in what was a highly competitive and well-spirited game.