Forest Glade FG5 Tournament 2014 (Under 6's)

Having coached the Under 6's football team for almost 2 years now, today was a big day as it was our first ever participation in the annual Forest Glade 5-a-side Tournament. For the Tigers team which are managed by myself and Lee, we had a 7 man strong team consisting off Lorne, Joshua, Max, Alfie, Ethan, Alex and Ryan. The boys played a total of 6 games over the course of the day and showed us some of the best football we have ever seen from them. If ever there was a day for everything to come together it was today, and the boys did not disappoint. At the end of a long day they came away with 5 wins and 1 draw out of six matches, but even more amazing is the fact that they only conceded 1 goal!!! We really couldn't have asked for anymore from the kids and I think all of the parents and coaches were very, very proud of the team. Joshua played mostly in defence and then had one game in goal where he got to make a key save. Clearly the defence and goal keeping were strong given that we only let in 1 goal. Most importantly though was that all the kids had a really good time today and came away with a smile on their face and a medal around their necks.

 

 

An amazing moment when our team formed a wall after conceding a free kick without any prompting from the coaches. They really are learning quickly about how to play effectively.

Joshua and one of his school buddies Ethan. Two strong defenders.

Joshua working the defence and clearing a ball.

One man down, and one more still trying to take on the might of Joshua.

Proud moment for me as I present Joshua with a medal at the end of the day.

A winning team. Back row L-R : Coach Lee, Lorne, Ethan, Joshua and Alfie. Front row L-R : Max, Ryan and Alex.

At the end of the day Joshua bought another souvenir picture frame for his bedroom - only this time half if it has the West Ham logo with a comment saying "No.1 West Ham fan" - so as from today he is now a West Ham fan!!! Anyway roll on the 2015 tournament. Next on the calendar is the Forest Glade presentation day in 2 weeks time and a chance for both Joshua and Brandon to pick up some silverware and to complete some Chelsea training.