Just Champion Boys

Judgement day had arrived, would the boys be able to get the win that would give them the league title? The weather was certainly kind, sunny and cold. The boys realising it was April fools day had already managed to wind up Andy, Kyle ringing to say he’d damaged his ankle, Tommo turning up with his arm in a sling. The parents didn’t need any winding up, we were all on tender hooks any way.

Euxton kicked off and were soon pushing forward, but it was soon obvious that the pressure was already showing, the boys were making mistakes that they wouldn’t normally. The large band of home support were trying not to exhibit their nervousness to the boys but were unsuccessful. Brinscall were well aware of the importance of the match to us and were trying their upmost to win the game. Brinscall had most of the play, forcing a number of corners which thankfully they couldn’t capitalise on. Kyle and Matthew having to work really hard to keep them at bay, and Tommo producing some great stops. Brinscall were pinning us back in our own half, Liam taking a kick to the ankle was subbed by Nicky. Bradley and Barney combined well and in our first foray into the Brinscall half released Robert who managed to slot home (which really was against the run of play) 1-0.

Half time and Andy need to produce one of his motivational half time talks. Brinscall kicked off and were soon continuing where they’d left off, again Tommo producing some good stops. The boys were not to be out done, Bradley and Barney combining with Nicky soon had Brinscall under pressure and as result Robert slotted home number 2. You could feel the relief throughout the supporters and this seemed to lift the boys. Nicky and Robert both going close with a number of efforts.

Liam came back on, and together with Robert produced some fine runs and again following one of these Robert shot home for number 3 (what a day to get a hatrick Robert!).

 Game over? Brinscall didn’t think so , and were soon pushing forward and coming close with  a number of fine efforts. It was no surprise they pulled one back but it was too late. The ref blew for full time and the boys were champions. There’s no describing the celebrations that followed except to say Champagne (yes I know but), lemonade Pomagne were suddenly produced and sprayed everywhere.

The winning of the league is a true reflection of the effort and determination shown by the boys throughout the season, regardless of the weather, they are a true credit to the club, well done boys, well done Andy and Pete.