📰 Wanderers Weekly: Unleash the Pride! 🦁
Following last week’s dazzling display of star-studded performances, we’re back with another jam-packed edition of Wanderers Weekly! This week, we’re diving deep into the heart of our club’s DNA, celebrating our rising stars, and gearing up for a weekend of thrilling matches. So, grab your scarves, dust off your boots, and prepare to roar with pride – it’s time to unleash the Wanderer within! Let’s get stuck in!
🧬 The Club DNA Report 🧬
Here at Belmont Wanderers, we believe in fostering not just talented footballers, but well-rounded individuals who embody our core values. This week’s Club DNA report paints a vibrant picture of our progress on and off the pitch.
This week, our Attacking Prowess has truly shone! Seven hat-tricks across the board and a whopping 42 goals scored is testament to the tireless work our coaches are doing in developing our young strikers. It’s fantastic to see our attacking philosophy paying dividends, with free-flowing football and a relentless desire to find the back of the net.
Defensively, the 4 clean sheets achieved this week are a testament to the solid foundations we are building, and it shows we are developing a fantastic squad that can defend well as a unit. Our sportsmanship is admirable, and our captain awards show the level of leadership that’s being nurtured across the club. Our Player Development program is also flourishing, with a total of 7 POTM and 4 Playmaker Awards.
Looking ahead, we remain committed to nurturing our players and instilling our core values. We want to create not just successful teams, but a community where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential. This is the Belmont Wanderers way!
⛈️ Weekend Weather Watch ⛈️
Looks like we’re in for a proper British weekend, folks! 🌧️ Get those brollies and waterproofs ready:
- Saturday: Rain with highs of 10.3°C and lows of 4.3°C.
- Sunday: Rain with highs of 10.2°C and lows of 4.9°C.
⚽ This Weekend’s Action ⚽
Get ready for a weekend of football fever! Here’s what’s coming up:
- Belmont bulls vs Welly orange (10:45)
- Belmont Wanderers Reserves vs Ledbury Town dev (12:30)
- Belmont Wanderers Hawks u11 vs Toros FC – U11 Tornadoes (10:30) [🏆 CUP GAME!]
- Belmont Wanderers U8 Lions vs Bartestree FC – U8 (09:05)
- Belmont Wanderers U8 Lions vs Orleton Juniors FC – U8 (10:00)
- Belmont Wanderers Ladies vs Westfields Ladies (14:00)
- Belmont U13 Boys vs Belmont Wanderers FC – U13 Hammers (10:30)
- Belmont Cannons vs Ledbury FC Youth (12:30)
- Belmont colts u15 boys vs Wellington FC – U15 (14:00)
- U12 Spartans vs Leominster Town FC – U12 (10:30)
- Belmont Diamonds U12 Girls vs Hereford Lads Club FC – U12 Jets (09:30)
- Belmont Hammers vs Belmont Wanderers (10:30)
- Belmont Wanderers Lionesses vs Ross Junior Colt U10 (10:00)
- Belmont Belles U16s vs Ledbury Town FC – U16 Girls (14:00)
- Belmont Wanderers U14 vs Bishops Cleeve United (12:00)
💡 Team Spotlight
This week, let’s give a massive shout-out to our Belmont Wanderers Reserves, under the watchful eye of coach Simon Lissaman! 🤩 With a squad brimming with talent – Harry, Alex, Benjamin, Chris, Joshua, Aston, Archie – they’re sure to put on a show! Come on you, Wanderers!
A Big Belmont Welcome
A hearty Belmont welcome to our newest members: Keegan (Belmont U7 Raiders) and Bobby (U12 Spartans)! 🎉 We’re absolutely chuffed to have you join the Wanderers family. Get ready for some footballing fun!
📸 From the Sidelines This Week 📸
🏆 The Weekly Roll of Honour 🏆
Let’s celebrate our shining stars! 🌟
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Weekly Honours List:
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Dylan (Belmont U13 Boys) earned the ‘Training Champion’ award.
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Ralph (Belmont U13 Boys) earned the ‘Training Champion’ award.
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George (Belmont juniors) earned the ‘Captain’s Armband’ award.
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George (Belmont juniors) earned the ‘Playmaker’ award.
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Stamford (Belmont juniors) earned the ‘Player of the Match’ award.
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Evie (Belmont Belles U16s) earned the ‘Leadership in Defence’ award.
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Victoria (Belmont Belles U16s) earned the ‘Good Sport Award’ award.
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Maya (Belmont Belles U16s) earned the ‘Hat-trick Hero’ award.
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Victoria (Belmont Belles U16s) earned the ‘Player of the Match’ award.
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Hallie (Belmont Bullets U13 Girls) earned the ‘Tackle Titan’ award.
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Kallie (Belmont Bullets U13 Girls) earned the ‘Hat-trick Hero’ award.
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Lola (Belmont Bullets U13 Girls) earned the ‘Hat-trick Hero’ award.
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Lola (Belmont Bullets U13 Girls) earned the ‘Player of the Match’ award.
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Charlie (Belmont Hammers) earned the ‘Leadership in Defence’ award.
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Theo (Belmont Hammers) earned the ‘Training Champion’ award.
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Player of the Month:
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Photo of the Week: No winner was chosen this week.
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Birthday Corner: Happy birthday to Lacey, Isabella, and Alighla! 🎂 We hope you have a stonking day!
🎟️ The Belmont Sweepstake 🎟️
The prize pot is now a whopping £20.00! 💰
A huge congrats to our most recent sweepstake winner, pmasters975@hotmail.com! Enjoy!
✨ Last Week’s Highlights ✨
Belmont Hammers vs Lads Club Bulldogs
Final Score: Won 5-0
Player of the Match: David
The Hammers delivered a commanding performance, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. David’s hat-trick was the cherry on top of a dominant display.
Belmont Bullets U13 Girls vs Leckhampton Rovets
Final Score: Won 9-0
Player of the Match: Lola
The Bullets unleashed an unstoppable second-half surge, demonstrating excellent teamwork and clinical finishing. Lola’s hat-trick and Hallie’s defensive heroics secured a resounding victory and a well-deserved clean sheet.
Belmont Wanderers U14 vs Hereford Lads Club FC – U14 Warriors
Final Score: Won 2-1
Player of the Match: Dylan
A hard-fought victory for the U14s, showing their resilience and determination in a tight contest. Aston’s moment of magic sealed the win and provided a crucial boost to their confidence.
Belmont Belles U16s vs Belmont Wanderers FC – U16 Panthers
Final Score: Won 5-0
Player of the Match: Victoria
The Belles dominated from start to finish, showcasing their attacking flair and defensive strength. This emphatic win propels them into the next round of the cup!
Belmont Wanderers U8 Lions vs Hereford Pegasus FC – U8
Final Score: Won 11-2
Player of the Match: Tymon
The U8 Lions roared to victory in a thrilling cup quarter-final, displaying exceptional teamwork and clinical finishing. Their unbeaten run continues, and a semi-final awaits!
Belmont Wanderers Hawks u11 vs Toros FC – U11 Titans
Final Score: Lost 0-6
Player of the Match: Not specified
The Hawks showed incredible grit and determination against a top side, battling tirelessly despite missing key players. Their defensive pressure and fighting spirit were truly commendable.
Belmont U9 Flames vs Tenbury u9s (2026-01-31) – Historic
Final Score: Won 4-0
Player of the Match: Ned
Ned led the charge as the Flames secured a solid victory, showcasing their attacking prowess and teamwork. This historic win adds another feather to their cap!
Belmont U9 Flames vs Lads club u9s (2026-01-31) – Historic
Final Score: Lost 3-1
Player of the Match: Mihai
Despite Mihai’s stellar performance, the Flames faced a tough defeat, highlighting areas for improvement and future growth. This serves as a valuable lesson for the young squad.
📈 The Belmont Leaderboard 📈
Top 5 Players
- Theo P. (660 points)
- Logan F. (569 points)
- Poppy S. (362 points)
- Noah A. (360 points)
- Archie C. (333 points)
Top 3 Teams
- Belmont Wanderers U8 Lions (2312 points)
- Belmont Wanderers Lionesses (2303 points)
- Belmont bulls (1314 points)
🧑🏫 Coach’s Corner 🧑🏫
Level up your coaching game with the latest resource on the Training Wall: ‘Under 15/16 – Shooting & Finishing’ by Danielle houghton! ⚽ Get it now in the Coach Dashboard!
🗓️ Team of the Month 🗓️
Huge congratulations to January’s Team of the Month! 🎉 Our 4-3-3_attacking formation stars: Oliver, Benjamin, Archie, Tymon, Dylan, Blake, Theo, Aiden, Logan, Noah, Oscar. Well done, legends!
💰 Fundraising Focus 💰
🛍️ Club Shop Corner 🛍️
Get kitted out in style! 👕 This week’s highlight: Kids Hoodies! Perfect for showing your true colours.
Visit the Club Shop
❤️ Our Amazing Sponsors ❤️
A massive thank you to our incredible sponsors for their unwavering support! 🙏
TJ Tree Services
Official sponsor of Belmont Wanderers U8 Lions
Wetherseal
Official sponsor of Belmont U9 Flames
🔍 Pre-Match Previews 🔍
Get ready to cheer on the Wanderers! 📢
- Belmont bulls vs Welly orange: The Bulls look to continue their charge in this weekend’s clash, and we expect a fierce battle on the pitch. Let’s get behind them!
- Belmont Wanderers Reserves vs Ledbury Town dev: A chance for the Reserves to showcase their talent and climb the table. Come on you, Wanderers!
- Belmont Wanderers Hawks u11 vs Toros FC – U11 Tornadoes: (1W 2L) A crucial CUP GAME awaits the Hawks, and despite recent form, they’ll be looking to cause an upset! Get down to the pitch and show your support.
- Belmont Wanderers U8 Lions vs Bartestree FC – U8: (2W 1D) The Lions are on a fantastic run of form, and will be looking to continue their winning ways. A real test awaits!
- Belmont Wanderers U8 Lions vs Orleton Juniors FC – U8: (2W 1D) A double-header for the Lions! Can they maintain their momentum and secure another victory?
- Belmont Wanderers Ladies vs Westfields Ladies: (1W 2L) The Ladies will be aiming to bounce back from recent results and put on a show for the home crowd. Your support can make all the difference!
- Belmont U13 Boys vs Belmont Wanderers FC – U13 Hammers: (2W 1L) A local derby with bragging rights at stake! Expect fireworks and a passionate display from both sides.
- Belmont Cannons vs Ledbury FC Youth: (1D) The Cannons are looking to kickstart their season following last week’s draw. Let’s see them fly!
- Belmont colts u15 boys vs Wellington FC – U15: (3W) The Colts are on a roll with three consecutive wins! Can they maintain their perfect form against Wellington?
- U12 Spartans vs Leominster Town FC – U12: A great opportunity for the Spartans to showcase their skills and determination. Let’s cheer them on!
- Belmont Diamonds U12 Girls vs Hereford Lads Club FC – U12 Jets: The Diamonds are ready to shine in this weekend’s clash! Expect a determined performance and plenty of goals.
- Belmont Hammers vs Belmont Wanderers: (2W 1L) Another exciting derby match! The Hammers will be looking to build on their recent form and secure a victory against their local rivals.
- Belmont Wanderers Lionesses vs Ross Junior Colt U10: (1W 1L) The Lionesses are ready to roar and secure another victory! Let’s get behind them and show our support.
- Belmont Belles U16s vs Ledbury Town FC – U16 Girls: (3W) The Belles are in scintillating form with three consecutive wins! Can they continue their winning streak against Ledbury?
- Belmont Wanderers U14 vs Bishops Cleeve United: (1W 2D) The U14s will be looking to convert their draws into victories and climb the table. A strong performance is expected!
As an individual we are strong, as a team we are brilliant, as club we are unstoppable – we are Belmont Wanderers FC.
Warm regards,
Chris, Chairman.