By Paul Blythe
A round-up of Newton Aycliffe Juniors Action…
W/E 09/03/2025
Under 8’s Blues – Travelled to Saltburn and played some great football, with Jude providing both assists for Nate. POTM and opposition POTM went to Lennox.
PPOTM was Nate.
Under 9’s Reds – Entertained Cleveland Juniors in a thrilling game with goals from Thomas (2) and Fox. POTM was Orig who was outstanding in goal, whilst Leo picked up PPOTM for his performance.
Under 9’s Juniors – Travelled to Marton, in what was a great game of football. Aycliffe played with grit and determination against a very organised team. MOTM was Reign.
Under 10’s – Hosted Hartlepool St Francis today, in an impressive performance. OMOTM was Noah A who scored two goals, before goalkeeper Harvey P scored from the half-way line. PPOTM Isaac D wrapped up the game with a late goal.
Under 11’s Blacks – Entertained Skelton United, coming away with a great result to end a memorable season. Captain Alfie S helped himself to a hat-trick with JJ adding another. POTM was Jack S for his work rate.
Under 12’s Blacks – Hosted top of the league Eaglescliffe Elementis Yellows, drawing at half time through Arran, Aycliffe couldn’t hold on the result. MOTM was Will W.
Under 12’s Whites – Had a tough game at home to a physical Glegwell FC Kestrels, Aycliffe could not find the goal they craved. MOTM was Chase.
Under 13 Juniors – Exited the cup away to North Ormesby, with a squad depleted with injuries. The only bright spark was Aycliffe’s goal from Jonah.
Under 13’s Blacks – Were edged out 2-1 against AJX, Aycliffe led through MOTM Kaylm’s penalty but could not hold on. PPTOM was Charlie who played great in goal.
Under 14’s – Entertained Cargo Fleet today, after trailing early on, Aycliffe rallied to win 7-1 with goals from MOTM Oscar J (2), Layton W (2), Jack, Zach, and Seth.
Under 16’s Whites – Exited the cup in the 3rd round against Borough Rangers Green.
W/E 16/03/2025
Under 8’s Blues – Travelled to face Redcar Town Lions, after a slow start Aycliffe found their feet with goals from Alex (3), Carter, Jude and POTM Nate. PPOTM was Jude.
Under 9’s Juniors – Travelled to Billingham Juniors and put in a tremendous performance with goals from Zeke, Kians, Fletcher, Connor, and Reign, MOTM was Linc for a great overall performance.
Under 10’s – Travelled to Prissick Rovers Milan, Noah A scored Aycliffe’s only goal. MOTM was Isaac D and PPOTM was Alfie F.
Under 11’s Blacks – Travelled to face FC Hartlepool United, MOTM was in the goals with two penalties with Grayson scoring the other goal.
Under 12’s Whites – Played Washington Juniors Swifts Orange, level at the break, Aycliffe could not find the back of the net eventually losing 0-3. MOTM was Harry P.
Under 12’s Blacks – Made the long trip to Thirsk, grabbing a great 3-2 win with goals from Kai (2) and Ethan.
Under 14’s – Won 8-0 at home to Marton Blues, a great display with MOTM Lucas R grabbing 4 goals. Zach (2), Grayson, and Oscar J scored the other goals.
W/E 23/03/2025
Under 9’s Juniors – Hosted Redcar Athletic Navy, playing high pressed fast football Aycliffe scored through Kian (4), Fletcher, Flynn, and Zeke. MOTM was Kian.
Under 10’s – Hosted Darlington Young Bulls, dominating from the start. PPOTM Oscar G scored the first goal with OG (2), and Noah A (2) adding further goals. OPOTM was Isaac D.
Under 11’s Blacks – Travelled to face Redcar Athletics Blue, which turned out to be a thriller. Goals from JJ, Grayson, and an OG. POTM was Grayson.
Under 12’s Blacks – Travelled to South Park Rangers but could not build on last week’s performance with goals from Ryley and Kai. MOTM was Harry.
Under 12’s Whites – Could not find a way to beat a well drilled Durham United Tigers, with William B getting MOTM.
Under 13’s Blacks – Welcomed Ryton and Crawcrook to Woodham and put in a wonderful display winning 4-1. Goals from Connor (2), Olly, and Jack. A performance so good the whole team shored POTM.
Under 13’s Juniors – Travelled to Darlington RA, despite playing some great football, Aycliffe couldn’t find a way to win. MOTM and OMOTM was Will.
Under 14’s – Got a great 5-3 away win at Shildon, goals were scored by Layton W (2), Lucas R, Rhys, and MOTM Oscar J.
Under 16’s Blacks – Entertained Felling Magpies, coming away with a convincing 7-1 win. Goals from Jayden (3), Jacob, Leon, Clayton, and Dylan. MOTM was Danny.
W/E 30/03/2025
Under 8’s Blues – Entertained Heighington Boys and were excellent throughout, with goals from Alex, Nate, and an OG. POTM was Jude and PPOTM was Oliver.
Under 9’s Reds – Faced Boro Rangers Girls in a close game, with PPOTM Korben grabbing Aycliffe’s goal. POTM was Jacob in goal.
Under 10’s – Hosted Auckland Moor Greys, putting an exceptional performance in their last league game of the season. Isaac D scored two goals with Noah A adding another. MOTM was captain Will P.
Under 11’s Blacks – Played their last league game away against TIBS Yellows, Jack B led the scoring with a hat-trick, JJ added another two goals with Grayson and Jacob adding further goals. POTM was awarded to Grayson for his work rate and energy.
Under 11’s Reds – Played Normanby in windy conditions, it was Charlie and Oliver T who scored Aycliffe’s goals on the last game of the season.
Under 12’s Blacks – Travelled to play Tibs Yellows and were involved in an end-to-end game which they eventually lost 0-2. MOTM was Arran S fantastic distribution of the ball.
Under 13’s Juniors – Played Bishop Auckland, after a slow start it turned out to be a day to forget. Phoebe and Jonah scored the goals.
Under 13’s Blacks – Had an early kick-off against Washington, running out 4-1 winners with goals from Connor (2), Benjamin, and Olly M. PPOTM was Olly M whilst POTM was Kaylm.
Under 14’s – Travelled to Cargo Fleet in what was a routine 8-1 victory with goals from Lucas R (3), Layton W (3), Oscar J, and Rhys. MOTM was Layton W.
Under 16’s Blacks – Entertained top of the league Hetton coming away with a huge 2-1 win thanks to goals from Jayden, and Keaton. MOTM was Mushy.
Under 16’s Whites – Had a hard fought 2-1 win at home to Leven with goals from Noah and Clayton. MOTM was goalkeeper Ollie.
Under 16’s Whites – Had an evening kick off against Darlington Young Bulls, winning 5-0 with goals from Noah, Taylor, Ethan, Ashton. and Jake. MOTM was Taylor.
Under 23’s – Held on to top spot in the league after a well fought 2-2 draw away to Bearpark. Burrows and Lawson scored Aycliffe’s goals with MOTM awarded to Curtis.
W/E 06/04/2025
Under 8’s Blues – Had their last away game of the season against Cleveland Juniors Tigers. Aycliffe started fast with the second half much tighter. Goals from Nate and Jude, who both took POTM and PPOTM awards.
Under 8’s – Hosted Middleton Rangers Hurricanes, starting fast with goals from Jude (2) and Nate who was PPOTM. POTM was Leland.
Under 9’s Juniors – Welcomed Hartlepool Blues in the cup, putting in their best performance of the season and going into the hat for the next round. Goals from Kian, Zeke and Linc (2). MOTM was shared between the team.
Under 9’s Reds – Hosted Riverside Juniors Reds, with goals coming from Ollie, and Thomas. POTM was Bear and PPOTM was Fox.
Under 13’s Juniors – Suffered defeat to title-chasing Kader but put in a performance with great attitude and application. MOTM was Lucas.
Under 16’s Blacks – Hosted Prudhoe in a great 4-3 victory, with goals from MOTM Jayden who helped himself to a hat-trick, with Zak rounding up the scoring.
Under 16’s Whites – Entertained Brompton, running out 4-1 winners with goals from Adam, Ashton (2), and Jayden. MOTM was Ashton.
Under 16’s Whites travelled to Eaglescliffe and romped home with a great 4-0 win. Goals from MOTM Adam who scored a great hat-trick and Ethan.
Under 23’s – Run out 2-1 winners against Sarcriston in a tight game, Sean and Damo scored the goals with Curly picking up MOTM.
W/E 13/04/2025
Under 9’s Juniors – Welcomed Whinney Banks in their final League, putting in a battling performance with goals from MOTM Connor and Flynn.
Under 9’s Reds – Faced Riverside Junior Reds, putting in robust performance with POTM Parker scoring Aycliffe’s goal. PPOTM was Gazza.
Under 13’s Blacks – Welcomed Waldridge Lions for their last game of the season, running out 6-1 winners with goals from Connor (3), Rhys and Benjamin. The whole team shared MOTM and PMOTM was shared between Jake and Rhys.
Under 14’s – Travelled to Guisborough, winning 5-1 guaranteeing a third promotion in three years. Goals were scored by Lucas R (3), Layon W and an OG. MOTM was Grayson.
Under 16’s – Whites faced Seaton Carew, coming away with a 4-1 win with Ashton scoring a hat-trick and MOTM Noah scoring the other.
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