Well Fought Wins Against Carteron

Two excellent performances against a solid tackling Carteron saw Cumnor emerge victors.

In the first match, Edward performed heroics in goal. Rory was his usual solid, intelligent self. Adam M showed great versatility playing in defence and then in his more natural position, midfield. James E struck the ball well and went close a few times. Ben C showed clever movement and great determination to get into dangerous positions. Will made some telling passes and good runs and up front, Binky and Fyn proved a very useful strike partnership.

Fyn scored two cracking goals to take his tally for the season to an incredible 11. He would have got a third if the Carterton goalie hadn't turned his stunning shot over the bar with a great save. Will got the other, curling one in off the goalie from a corner (which he is claiming, by the way).

In match two Ollie and James S shared goalkeeping duties and both had to make very smart saves. Joe overcame illness to perform heroics in defence and played some lovely passes. Henry M gave the loudest performance of the season, thankfully someone finally taking on the coaches' advice to make more noise. Laurie played another barnstorming game, raiding up and down the wing. Henry S proved equally effective on the left with his mazy runs. Up front, Toby looked fast and hungry for goals. And, coming on from the bench, Adam W was big and brave at the back clearing one corner with a fantastic header.

After going 1-0 down to a dubious refereeing decision (sorry boys... but that's not an excuse to argue with me, Toby!) the boys showed tremendous fight and spirit to claw back the win. The star man was Ben Mc who continued his fine start to the season. His goal, beautifully set up by Ollie, was an example of cool finishing under pressure. Ollie got the winner, calmly turning in the box and finishing from a tight angle.

It was rough, tough and very enjoyable. Top marks all around. Player of the Week: Ben Mc for his work rate, passing and terrific goal.