Our Under 13’s were at home to Raith Rovers last Saturday in their second game of the season. The girls were looking to kick on from their good start to the season the previous week, which saw them win 6-3 away to Letham Tangie Juniors.
The Under 13’s had been working hard on their fitness during training and this definitely paid off for Saturday’s game. Our girls took the game to the fancied Raith team, showing good strength and passion throughout the game. Strollers dominated most of the first half and a couple of good saves from out ‘keeper, Betheney, kept the score at 0-0 going in at half time.
Our midfield worked well, always looking to keep the ball moving forward. Strollers had a few great chances to open the scoring and narrowly missed the target on a few occasions in the second half. Despite our defence playing very well on the day and limiting the Rovers to a few chances, with ten minutes to go the away side took the lead through a rebound at a corner. Rovers went on to score a further two goals to see the match finish 0-3. This was arguably a scoreline that didn’t reflect the overall balance of play during the game but credit has to be given to Rovers for taking their chances when they came.
The game was fast and physical and it was always the case that the first goal would prove pivotal in the outcome of the match.
The Under 13’s now face another tough home match against Bayside 13’s in the League Cup this Saturday.
