Girls Match Reports

Under 14’s League Cup

Report of WE 12/05/07

League Cup Final

A Stafford squad that was not up to full strength due to injuries took on a very determined Newcastle Town after losing in the last final two weeks previously. The game started at a furious rate and continued at that speed throughout the 40 minutes, even though Stafford came away the losers in goals 1-0, they were far the winners in sportsmanship, with their heads held high when they receive yet another award for runners up a very proud effort. Awards to Rebecca Waldron, Sophie Taylor, Charlotte Kearns, Samantha Lightwood, Claire McIntyre, Deana Mc Eleny, Jessica Kearns, Kasande Chebelushi, Laura Isherwood and Rowena Campbell

League

For the last game of the season Stafford started with their 2008 team against a very improved Cheadle Town it only took six minutes for Stafford to open the scoring by Rowena Campbell aided by Deana Mc Eleny, Jess Kearns, Kasande Chebelushi, Laura Isherwood and Sophie Taylor even though Cheadle kept on applying the pressure the scores remained the same.

Stafford Rangers JFC

Under 14’s League Cup

Report of WE 28/04/07

County Cup Winners Triumph Again

The Boro girl’s this week again put together two very strong performances to gain a place in the Final of the North Staffs Girls U14 League cup. (to be played at Roe Lane Newcastle 12th May).

Stafford Rangers JFC 1 – 0 Cheadle (League Cup Quarter Final)

 The quarter final played against a strong Cheadle team was all sewn up when Sophie Taylor score the winning goal aided by Rebecca Waldron and Deana McEleny.

Stafford Rangers JFC 1 – 0 Langdale Lions (League Cup Semi-Final)

 The semi final versus Langdale lions went down to the wire with 30 mins played and all square after extra time it was left to Claire McIntyre(goalkeeper) to save day, a heart stopping penalty shoot out was played resulting in deadlock, making the outcome of the epic match come down to sudden death. With an out standing show of goalkeeping skills Claire McIntyre kept the rangers supporters hearts pounding until after six more penalties Rowena Campbell broke the deadlock with a skilfully place shoot into the top right corner. Other team players Sam Lightwood, Kas Chibelushi, Jessica and Charlotte Kearns celebrate this victory.

22nd April 2007

 Under 14’s County Cup Final

Newcastle Town 1 – 2 Stafford Rangers Girls

Rangers lifted the prestigious County Cup against the League Champions elect. With a blistering display, defenders Sam Lightwood, Aimee Jocelyn and keeper Claire McIntyre resisted a strong Newcastle attack. Rowena Campbell and Kas Chibelushi tirelessly chased every ball. Rebecca Waldron and Sophie Taylor repeatedly breached the Town defence. It was Campbell after ten minutes and Taylor on eighteen who ensured the County Cup would reside in the Rangers trophy cabinet for the coming season. Other squad members, Charlotte and Jessica Kearns, Laura Isherwood and Deana McEleny played a major part in earlier rounds.

Rangers are looking to recruit new players for next season’s Under 14’s girls team. If you are interested in playing for the ‘County Champions’ then please contact manager Stuart Campbell on 01785661557

22nd April 2007

 Under 16’s

Stafford Rangers Girls 1 – 3 Langdale Ladies

Having previously lost by double figures to the league champions, this game was a benchmark on the progress made by Rangers. Next season when competing against their own age group, they should be in the hunt for honours. Ella Davies, an outstanding midfielder, volunteered to take the goalkeeper’s jersey and earned great praise for her performance. Top goalscorer, Reanne Barnes-Davis, was applauded by both sets of supporters when she went on a 30 yard run, beat two defenders and wrong footed a third to volley the ball into the right side of the goal. The Langdale attack was kept under control by captain Kelly Nevard, Vicky Kearns, Millie Powell and Sally Ward.

1st April 2007

Under 14’s

Stafford Rangers Girls win a place in the County Cup Final.

Bradwell Belles 0 – 2 Stafford Rangers Girls

A County Cup final place awaits Rangers Girls after a splendid display of offensive football against competitive opposition. Leading scorer Sophie Taylor headed the opener from an in-swinging corner. Sam Lightwood and Aime Jocelyn defended with determination while Rowena Campbell kept everything at bay with a safe pair of hands. The midfield trio of Deanna McEleny , Charlotte Kearns and Rebecca Waldron repeatedly breached the Bradwell defence with clinical passing. Again it was Sophie Taylor who volleyed in the second after 39 minutes. Credit must go to all the squad including those who played in the earlier rounds but didn’t feature on Saturday. They now look forward to meeting Newcastle Town Girls in the final at Rowley Park, provisionally on 21st April.

18/03/07

Girls Under 14’s

Stafford Rangers 2 - 1 Brereton Social (Under 14 County Cup)

A place in the semi-final of the County Cup now awaits Rangers after this hard fought quarter final replay.

It was Rowena Campbell of the home side who was to break the deadlock on seven minutes with a tap in after a Brereton defensive mix up. Brereton, a very competitive side, were soon back in the contest with a well placed drive. Early in the second period Brereton looked the more likely to score but against the run of play Charlotte Kearns scored the all important goal. Rangers defended stoutly for the remainder of the game with keeper Claire McIntyre and captain Samantha Lightwood helping the cause. Rangers now meet Bradwell Belles for a final tie against Newcastle Town Girls.

11/02.07

Under 14’s

Stafford Rangers Girls 0 - 0 Leek Rangers

A semi-final county cup place awaits the under 14,s girls if they are able to overcome Brereton Social in a replay, but it was back to league action this weekend. The two teams, lying just below top slot, were equally matched in this North Staffs encounter. End to end goalmouth incidents failed to produce any goals but both squads produced creditable performances. Debut girl Kas Chibelushi for Rangers entertained the home parents with a good defensive performance.

03/02/07

Under 16’s

Newcastle Town 4 - 8 Stafford Rangers Girls

The footballing fortunes have changed since the start of 07 for Rangers Girls under 16’s. A good performance the previous week against league leaders Langdale continued this week with an eight goal blitz against mid table Newcastle Town. There was a hat trick for Reanne Barnes- Davis, two for Melissa Muddimer and one apiece for Lucy Munday, Lucy Hargraves and Laura Smith.

24/09/2006

Under 14’s

Langdale Ladies 3 – 4 Stafford Rangers

After last weeks defeat by league leaders Langdale, Rangers took revenge in style. A penalty for Samantha Lightwood, two for Rebecca Waldron and an own goal sealed this Important encounter.

Stafford Rangers 6 – 0 Stafford Town

Completing a very satisfactory weekend was a match against local rivals Town. An outstanding display by the away keeper kept the scoreline to a minimum. Another hatrick for Sophie Taylor, two for Rebecca Waldron and one for the Impressive defender Samantha Lightwood kept Rangers girls in touch with top spot.

Under 16’s

Clayton 9 - 5 Stafford Rangers

Five goals for Rangers was not enough to give them any points against the league newcomer's. In an entertaining display, the goals came from forwards Melissa Muddimer (2), Reanne Barnes Davis (2) and an own goal. Defensive frailties cause concern but with a number of girls still to make their debut, future prospects look good.