Under 10's Tornadoes Match Report - 5th October 2003 vs Generals Red

The Under 10's Tornadoes beat Generals Red 4 - 2.

Last week we were fed a footballing feast fit for the gods, what was on the menu this week? Jambalaya, gumbo, black-eyed beans and sweet potatoes - soul food, food for the soul. The Tornadoes played with rhytmn and blew away the Generals in what was an exciting and enthralling match from start to finish - there was hardly time to catch your breath the riff was captivating.

Playing uphill and against the wind in the first half the Tornadoes built their defense strong - Liam Carter and Cameron Glynn lion-hearted in the centre and Ryan Wright valiant in goal. In the early stages the defense were severely tested as the Generals lay assault on the Tornadoes goal but like dervishes they threw themselves in front of the attackers just as the trigger was being pulled - great bravery.

Gradually the Tornadoes got the measure of their opponents and it was Ryan Caller who opened the scoring. Collecting the ball deep in his own half he marauded forward; one, two, three defenders goal - simple really? But the euphoria was not to last long. As the Tornadoes dreamed of distant glories the Generals were rifling the ball into the net with an excellent out flanking manoeuvre.

The game was now very even and confidence began to run through the team and the midfield of Ross Munro, William Morrison and William Gadsby started to gain momentum and take control. Chances were being created and spurned at both ends but it was Ryan Caller who once again showed the predator’s eye to score his second goal.

Game on – the Generals regrouped, reorganised and counter attacked. Ryan Wright, despite heroics as stand in goalkeeper, could do nothing to stop the equaliser and so an enthralling first half ended with honours even 2-2.

Part deux was more of the same – excellent football, commitment and exquisite skills – a rare dish from players so young. Play swung from end to end and both sets of woodwork were severely tested, this was a game that would come down to who had the greatest desire to win – the next goal would be decisive. Graeme Wright entered the fray as the Tornadoes looked to secure the win and worked tirelessly in an unfamiliar midfield role.

William Morrison struck the decisive goal, driving in the ball from distance, an outstanding and significant goal to open his account for the season. The blue half of the partisan crowd erupted, clouds of delight wafted through the air, the scent of a famous victory was in the air. The Generals would not be usurped that easily and fought bravely on, but the tide had turned and with time ebbing away it was Ryan Caller who had the final word. A well-deserved hat trick was the outcome as he clinically finished an excellent counter attack – could Caller replace the injured Owen, on this form undoubtedly!

This victory is a significant landmark in the progress of the Tornadoes, the Generals Red are a yardstick we have measured ourselves by, so we are off to buy a new tape measure. A magnificent effort by all the players and supporters – we truly appreciate all your efforts.

Parents player of the match – Ryan Wright