The greatest game we have ever played..... EVER! I really mean that. The boys showed us a different side of their character and it was honest & genuine. They wanted it so much! It was a Cup-Game - actually it was a Cup Replay. This was a first for our Mini-Millers who are learning so much this season.
We were up against RNE Greens - Last week’s opposition and we would have been fools, not to address an exceptional talent that Reddish had in midfield. They had a boy who seemed unstoppable..... We had to try & stop him.... Well Oliver B did, alongside our defenders who all backed him up. Oliver was Man-Marking for the first time and although he didn't want to, he was immense.
Fenn had a great game in the nets. He was in sublime form and could have done nothing to prevent an incredible strike. Fenn was showing all his footwork skills & was clearing his lines. He also made a number of fantastic saves.
Finley is our last defensive line. Nobody ever gets past this kid and he was on his game making sure our goal was protected. I’ve said it before & I’ll say it again, NOBODY WANTS TO BE IN DEFENCE! Finners is a master and deserves more praise than any of the others! Finley is backed-up by the most hard working wing-backs. Oliver L, Kai, Ronan & Frankie. These boys provided the opportunity to create our attacks and they didn’t let us down.
Oliver L & Kai both deserved more time on the pitch and they showed us coaches why with both of them putting in top performances.
Upfront we have an abundance of goal-scoring ability. Ollie M, Albie, Olive B, Charlie & Rocket too when he gets the chance. This weekend seemed a little edgy and the boys were lashing at the ball. It was a cup-match & the nerves were real. After Charlie waited patiently for his chance to get involved, he put in his best performance in so far.
Ollie M was like a kid possessed in the second-half! He was creating the magic on the wing but more impressive, he was chasing back and defending. Albie stepped in to allow Oliver B a break from marking their super-star. What a team we are becoming. Oliver B ran his socks off. Tasked with the most unglamorous role, he was exceptional!
Another special mention has to go to Frankie. A lion, bursting with courage and he displayed the most heroic performance our coaches have ever seen. There is so much desire & determination on show but it was the way he stayed focused on the job in hand. A real leader on the field!
It’s been a very long time since these kids have had this feeling . . . . . We couldn’t be prouder of every single one of you. Outstanding til the very end.
Apologies to the new lads who should have got more minutes. It was so close and a cup game. As coaches we also make mistakes and we simply lost ourselves in the moment.
I couldn't be more excited about this season and what performances you guys have up your sleeve.
POTM went to Frankie🏆 & Oliver B🏆 In the biggest of game the coaches kids did us unashambly proud with two magnificent performances.
Got to go, Got Man United on the phone and they are looking for a couple of new coaches . . . . . . Filippo baby, we've made it!
RNE Greens again next week . . . . . We're in the top flight now boys so bring your A-Game again please?
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