B&DYFL match of the week: Kirkham Junior Yellows v Poulton Town Pumas
The Kirkham Junior Yellows and Poulton Town Pumas U10s provided us with an exciting and hard-fought match of the week when they met in the Blackpool and District Youth League on Saturday.
It has been a challenging start to the season for both teams, but they are continuing to progress and enjoy their football in this second year of seven-a-side competition.
Yellows manager Lee Hilton explained: “We have lost players to the club’s other under-10s team, so it’s a transition period for us.
“This was a very good game and both teams gave their all.
“We have been on a nice run recently, though a bit of luck has eluded us.”
His Pumas counterpart, Andy Miller, said: “This was a very close, tight and hard-fought game.
“It was a tough start to the season but we’re doing okay.”
Both teams are developing without adding new bodies since last season.
Lee, who has been in charge since the team was formed, added: ”We’ve had boys stepping up and trying new positions, but they do everything we ask of them.
“We did have a new lad come down recently but it always takes time to introduce new players.”
Andy has been at the Pumas’ helm for 18 months and added: “It’s been mostly the same players since the start.
“They are developing well together and they all enjoy it.”
The Pumas’ player of the match was Blake, who worked hard defensively and passed the ball well.
“I asked him to get to the ball first and he did just that,” said Andy.
Jonathan was the Yellows’ star player, while Frankie was the parents’ choice.
“They both stood out for their effort,” explained Lee. “They covered every blade of grass.”
Both clubs showed their respects on Remembrance weekend, observing a minute’s silence before kick-off.