More a July morning at Irby Mill than October. 11 girls on parade from Waverton, but only 6 had shown up by 9:25. Cara insisted on walking her dog on the pitch instead of warming up, an indication of things to come.
The starting line up was: Cara now without canine assistant in goal, Ellie and Sophie at the back; Lily, Kiera and Emma in midfield and Caitlin up front. On the bench were Olivia, Kate, Ellie R and the very late Laura. We missed our Lucie.
For the first 10 minutes it was reasonably even but with Irby creating more chances. Once they found the back of the net, our heads went down (as always) and we let them take as many goals as they could. We are much better than this, but allowed ourselves to be beaten easily by half time. The fantastic displays against Greenleas and Wallasey were distant memories, as we looked like a team of strangers.
Kiera took over in goal at half time and Lily in centre of midfield. Kate did really well at the back alongside the excellent Ellie M, and we looked much better but without having a real chance on goal.
It was just one of those days, but we can do much better than this. We have a strong squad and we just need to work hard and believe in ourselves.
Have a good weekend everyone.
MOM - Kiera and Laura Shone for Irby.
Training - Tuesday at Northgate Arena - 8-9. Cost £2 payable on the night.
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