100% Record Maintained for the U15's

Arthur Terry 4 v 2 Bishop Walsh (League)
Hutchinson 2 (1 pen)
Swift
Francis

U15 League Table - Updated 29th Sept 2015.

The Y10 boys maintained their 100% winning record this season, by defeating Sutton Coldfield school Bishop Walsh 4-2 in a league fixture that took place today.  After conceding two penalties in the first half (the first of which was converted, whilst the second thumped against the bar), Arthur Terry came from a goal down to go into the break 2-1 ahead.  Reece Hutchinson coolly dispatched the 'third penalty' of the game to level the match 1-1, and Left midfielder Harry Swift slotted in a cross shortly after this, after his perfectly timed run to the back post.  In the second half Arthur Terry continued to show their quality, whilst contending with 'robust' tactics from their opponents.  Reece Hutchinson added his second of the game to extend the lead to 3-1. However, Walsh got themselves back into the game after converting yet 'another penalty' that had been awarded to the home side. Arthur Terry's two goal cushion was soon restored though after Sam Watts released the ball to Josiah Francis on the edge of the box, whose silky footwork outwitted the defense and keeper with a superb curled strike into the net to seal the match once and for all. 
A great team effort today - too hard to pick just one man of the match.
Notable performances:
GK Dylan Mandarcas (very unlucky to concede two goals - both from penalty kicks; handling & positioning in open play reliable as ever)
Jack Logan, Harry Palmer & Jack Pearson (3 solid rocks at the back)
Oliver Lewis & Qeyrhan Coughlan-Haywood (super midfield engines!!)
Sam Watts (tireless work ethic & no.1 target for the opposition!)
Josiah Francis & Reece Hutchinson (Superb finishing)

U15 Winning Run Continues!

Arthur Terry 3 v 2 John Willmott - League & District Cup (Double Header)
Watts
Francis 2

The U15 team travelled to local rivals John Willmott School and played out what proved to be their toughest game of the season so far. Two first half strikes from Sam Watts (a superb strike from just outside the box) and Josiah Francis gave the travelling team a two goal cushion at the break.  Willmott rallied in the second half and scored early on to create a very tense second half.  Despite Willmott's comeback attempt, another clinical finish from Josiah Francis pretty much settled the game for Arthur Terry and ultimately proved to be the decisive goal after the home team netted their second with just minutes left on the clock. Man of the match: Harry Palmer

District Cup Rd2 Opponents: North Birmingham Academy

Year 7's of to a flying start with Birmingham Cup Win!

The Year 7 football team played their first ever match on Tuesday 23^rd September against Kings Norton Boys School in the Travel West Midlands Cup. A squad of 15 players were selected to represent Arthur Terry, and all of them played their part in a very pleasing 2-1 victory.

The first half saw Arthur Terry dominate, without being able to turn possession and chances into goals. In the second half, after applying further pressure, captain Will Hussey broke the deadline with a fine finish. Kings Norton levelled the game up with 10 minutes remaining with a goal against the run of play, but with a few minutes remaining Jack Nation scored what turned out to be the winning goal with a fine strike.

Arthur Terry saw the game out and will now play Kings Heath Boys school in Round 2.

Jake Lamb was named man of the match after a fine defensive performance, but the whole team did themselves proud!

ESFA Rd1 Match Report

 

U15- Rd1 ESFA Cup

Arthur Terry 8 - 0 Kingshurst CTC Academy

Watts 5

Palmer

Hutchinson

Francis

 

Well done to the Arthur Terry U15's for another fantastic performance and result today! Superstar striker and man of the match Sam Watts, continued his prolific start to the season by adding 5 goals to his personal tally.  Sam's impressive finishing included a first-half hat-trick that came within the first 15 minutes of the game! Other highlights included a fine display from midfielder Daniel Taylor (making his first start of the season after returning from injury) and after No.1 keeper Dylan Mandaracas shut out the opposition yet again, he is still yet to concede a goal this season!

 

ESFA Rd 2 opponents: RSA Academy (Sandwell)

Date: TBC

 



Arthur Terry U15's - 22/9/2014

Second game, Second win for AT U15's

Arthur Terry 12 - 1 Kingsbury Sch & Sports College
Watts 4
Francis 5
Hutchinson 1
Swift 1
O.G

Arthur Terry's double cup winning side from last season secured their second league win of the season, with a huge goal fest against Erdington based Kingsbury School & Sports College.  Despite a commendable and tenacious effort from the opposition, the game was quite a one sided contest from start to finish.  The scoring came courtesy of Samuel Watts (4), Josiah Francis (5), Reece Hutchinson, Harry Swift and an own goal.  It was a real dominant display from the Arthur Terry team today - lets hope this good form is taken into the Cup fixtures that are scheduled for next week.

Man of the Match: Left midfield maestro Harry Swift. 

Year 8's Win Opening Match of the Season

Last years League and District Cup Champions got off to a winning start in their 2014/15 League campaign, seeing off St Edmund Campion 5-1 at Home. 

The game was a chance for many of last year's players to show why they deserve to retain their place in the team. The first half was a poor one, with Arthur Terry conceding following a scramble in the box.

Campions' lead did not last long though, with Kai Knight equalising minutes later. With 5 minutes until half time Arthur Terry began to play football, with some neat, intricate passing in wide areas. It was during this time that Kai Knight grabbed his scond to give Arthur Terry a 2-1 lead at half time. 

Most of Mr Holliday's Year 7 squad have continued into the Year 8 team.

Half time saw the introduction of Dylan Russel in place of Harry Brophy and Harry Canning in place of Adam Perks. Arthur Terry began to pick up the pace and it wasn't long before Kai Knight completed his hat trick with a dipping shot from 25 yards lobbing the keeper. 

The home team continued to push forward. Good work from Jack Hawkins and Harry Canning led to Luke Barnett scoring from inside the box to make it 4-1. 

The Arthur Terry defence were rarely troubled in the second half, dealing with high balls and maintaining possession well. 

With moment left in the match, Jack Hawkins ventured down the left wing, cut in and struck an unstoppable shot into the far top corner. A superb strike and deserved for his outstanding work rate during the game. 

The Year 8's turn their attention to Cup Games now, with three cup competitions to take part in. They start with a Home match against Great Barr in the District Cup on Monday 22nd September, hoping to defend the trophy they won last season. 

Mr Holliday

U15 Football - Season Opener!

 

 

Arthur Terry 8 v 0 Edmund Campion - League
Watts 4
Pearson
Francis
Swift
Logan (Pen)

The Arthur Terry U15 football team kicked-off the new 2014-15 season today with a comprehensive 8-0 league victory over Erdington based School St Edmund Campion.  Sam Watts opened the scoring within two minutes of the kick-off, and then added a second before Jack Pearson hit a stunning 25 yard 'cross' free-kick to make the score 3-0 at half-time.  Sam Watts netted a further two goals in the second half, whilst the remaining goals came from midfielder Harry Swift, forward Jo Francis and defender and team captain Jack Logan (Penalty).

A huge credit goes to Sam Watts for his clinical finishing and four goal tally today, but the overall player of the match award, for his superb link-up play, goal assists and well taken strike goes to Jo Francis.

 

Action from Arthur Terry's 8-0 victory of St Edmund Campion (8/9/2014)