📰 Wanderers Weekly: Ignite the Spark! ✨
Alright Wanderers faithful, following last week’s roar of pride, it’s time to ignite the spark! 🔥 We’ve got a weekend packed with matches, cup clashes, and opportunities to celebrate our amazing players and teams. So, let’s dive into this week’s action and get ready to cheer on our Wanderers with all our might! Let’s make it a week to remember, filled with passion, determination, and unwavering support for our beloved club. COYW!
🧬 The Club DNA Report 🧬
Ah, the beautiful game, and the even more beautiful Belmont Wanderers! Our Club DNA is the essence of who we are, the spirit that binds us, and the foundation upon which we build our success. It’s about more than just winning; it’s about how we win, how we develop our players, and how we contribute to our community.
This week, our Attacking Prowess has truly dazzled! ⚽️ With a staggering 25 goals scored across all teams and two hat-tricks to boot, our attacking flair is shining brighter than ever. The U8 Lions, in particular, are roaring, but every team has contributed to this goal-fest! This is the Belmont Wanderers way: bold, adventurous, and always looking to thrill the fans.
Defensively, the 2 clean sheets provide a solid foundation to build on, but we know we can tighten things up even further. Credit to those who received ‘The Wall’ awards – your commitment is noted and appreciated! Our Player Development continues to flourish, with a fantastic 7 POTM awards and 3 Playmaker awards, showing that our coaches are nurturing talent and unlocking potential at every level. The emphasis on Sportsmanship and leadership through the Captain’s Award will only enhance this positive trajectory.
As we look ahead, let’s remember that our Club DNA is a living, breathing thing. It evolves with us, guides us, and inspires us to reach new heights. We will continue to put the club values at the heart of our activities. Onwards and upwards!
⛈️ Weekend Weather Watch ⛈️
- Saturday: Overcast with highs of 14.6°C and lows of 6.5°C.
- Sunday: Overcast with highs of 14.4°C and lows of 3.9°C.
⚽ This Weekend’s Action ⚽
- Belmont U7 Raiders vs FC Phoenix – U7 United
- Belmont U9 Flames vs Orleton Juniors FC – U9 (10:45) [🏆 CUP GAME!]
- Belmont Wanderers Lionesses vs Ross Juniors U10 Colts (10:00)
- Belmont Wanderers U14 vs Prestbury Phantoms (14:00)
- Belmont Bullets U13 Girls vs Charlton Rovers (10:00)
- Belmont colts u15 boys vs Bartestree U15 (14:00)
- Belmont Wanderers U16 vs Ross Juniors FC – U16 (14:00) [🏆 CUP GAME!]
- Belmont Wanderers U16 vs Westfields FC – U16 Juniors (14:00)
- Belmont Diamonds U12 Girls vs Cup Game (09:30) [🏆 CUP GAME!]
💡 Team Spotlight
This week, we shine a spotlight on our Belmont Wanderers Eagles team, led by coach Bennycarts95@gmail.com! The talented squad includes: Harry, Oliver, William, Ethan, Albie, Stanley, Thomas, Charlie, Lexi, Arthur, Jacob, Lucas, Frank, Henry, Kobe. Let’s cheer them on! 🦅
A Big Belmont Welcome
No new players joined this week.
📸 From the Sidelines This Week 📸
🏆 The Weekly Roll of Honour 🏆
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Weekly Honours List: A list of all the special achievements awarded by coaches this week.
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Oskar (Belmont U13 Boys) earned the ‘Player of the Match’ award.
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Brody (Belmont bulls) earned the ‘Player of the Match’ award.
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Dominik (Belmont bulls) earned the ‘The Wall’ award.
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Theo (Belmont bulls) earned the ‘Playmaker’ award.
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Marley (Belmont bulls) earned the ‘Player of the Match’ award.
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Freya (Belmont Bullets U13 Girls) earned the ‘Last‑Ditch Hero’ award.
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Kallie (Belmont Bullets U13 Girls) earned the ‘Hat-trick Hero’ award.
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Lexi (Belmont Bullets U13 Girls) earned the ‘Playmaker’ award.
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Jessica (Belmont Bullets U13 Girls) earned the ‘Player of the Match’ award.
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Charlie (Belmont Hammers) earned the ‘The Wall’ award.
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Dylan (Belmont Hammers) earned the ‘Tackle Titan’ award.
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Lennon-Jae (Belmont Hammers) earned the ‘Tackle Titan’ award.
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Dylan (Belmont Hammers) earned the ‘Player of the Match’ award.
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Alfie (Belmont U9 Flames) earned the ‘Tackle Titan’ award.
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Olly (Belmont U9 Flames) earned the ‘Player of the Match’ award.
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Player of the Month: A huge club congratulations to our Player of the Month for February, Freddie (Belmont Wanderers U8 Lions)! A fantastic achievement.
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Photo of the Week: Congratulations to Chris Tipping for this winning shot from last week!
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Birthday Corner: A very happy birthday this week to: Enya, Bella, Lola, Alfie, Joshua, Stanley, Luke, Mila! We hope you have a great day. 🎂
🎟️ The Belmont Sweepstake 🎟️
The prize pot for this month’s sweepstake is a massive £27.50 and growing! Get your entry in via the portal for a chance to win. 💰
✨ Last Week’s Highlights ✨
Belmont Hammers vs Ludlow Knights
Final Score: Won 2-0
Player of the Match: Dylan
Journalist’s Take: A controlled performance away from home shows the Hammers are maturing into a well-drilled outfit. Securing a clean sheet on the road will give them confidence moving forward.
Belmont Wanderers U14 vs Leckhampton Rovers Youth U14 Kings
Final Score: Won 3-1
Player of the Match: Eduard
Journalist’s Take: The U14s showed great resilience to come back from behind and dominate the match away from home. Blake’s second-half heroics secured a deserved victory and all three points.
Belmont Bullets U13 Girls vs Bream Youth Belles
Final Score: Won 5-1
Player of the Match: Jessica
Journalist’s Take: The Bullets fired on all cylinders, showcasing fantastic link-up play and clinical finishing. Kallie’s four goals stole the show, but a solid team performance has kept their promotion hopes alive.
Belmont U13 Boys vs Ledbury Town FC – U13 Rovers
Final Score: Lost 2-5
Player of the Match: Oskar
Journalist’s Take: Despite a disappointing second-half collapse, the first-half performance showed tactical awareness and clinical finishing. This defeat provides a valuable learning experience for the squad after the Easter Break.
Belmont Wanderers U8 Lions vs FC Phoenix – U8 Rangers
Final Score: Won 12-5
Player of the Match: Theo
Journalist’s Take: After going two goals down, the U8 Lions demonstrated incredible character to roar back and secure a comprehensive victory. Now, they have a cup final to look forward to.
Belmont U9 Flames vs Leominster Town FC – U9 Colts
Final Score: Lost 1-2
Player of the Match: Olly
Journalist’s Take: A closely fought contest saw the Flames narrowly defeated despite some brilliant individual performances. The team will be determined to bounce back and learn from this tough experience.
📈 The Belmont Leaderboard 📈
Top 5 Players
- Theo P. (837 points)
- Logan F. (756 points)
- Noah A. (545 points)
- Poppy S. (461 points)
- Archie C. (403 points)
Top 3 Teams
- Belmont Wanderers U8 Lions (3334 points)
- Belmont Wanderers Lionesses (2762 points)
- Belmont U13 Boys (1688 points)
🧑🏫 Coach’s Corner 🧑🏫
Looking for inspiration? Check out the latest addition to the Training Wall, ‘Under 15/16 – Shooting & Finishing’ by Danielle houghton. Available now in the Coach Dashboard! ⚽
🗓️ Team of the Month 🗓️
Congratulations to the Team of the Month for February!
Playing a 4-3-3_attacking formation, this month’s stars include: Freddie, Blake, Dylan, Charlie, Aleksander, Theo, Harry, Logan, Noah, Bailey. Well done all! 👏
💰 Fundraising Focus 💰
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🛍️ Club Shop Corner 🛍️
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❤️ Our Amazing Sponsors ❤️
TJ Tree Services
Official sponsor of Belmont Wanderers U8 Lions
The DM Lab
Official sponsor of Belmont Panther’s u16
🔍 Pre-Match Previews 🔍
- Belmont U7 Raiders vs FC Phoenix – U7 United on Saturday 21st Mar: The U7 Raiders are set to light up the pitch against FC Phoenix! This clash promises excitement and a showcase of future stars, so come down and cheer on our young Wanderers!
- Belmont U9 Flames vs Orleton Juniors FC – U9 on Saturday 21st Mar at 10:45: This is a CUP GAME, Wanderers faithful! 🏆 After a mixed run of form (13 goals scored, 7 conceded) the Flames will be looking to ignite their cup run with a fiery performance. Get ready for a thrilling encounter!
- Belmont Wanderers Lionesses vs Ross Juniors U10 Colts on Sunday 22nd Mar at 10:00: The Lionesses are ready to roar against Ross Juniors! Despite a mixed bag of results recently, their attacking prowess has been on display (10 goals scored). Come support the Lionesses!
- Belmont Wanderers U14 vs Prestbury Phantoms on Sunday 22nd Mar at 14:00: The U14s are on a winning streak and are looking to continue their fantastic form against Prestbury Phantoms! 🔥 With a solid defence and plenty of attacking talent, this match promises to be a treat.
- Belmont Bullets U13 Girls vs Charlton Rovers on Sunday 22nd Mar at 10:00: The Bullets have been unstoppable recently, scoring goals for fun and dominating their opponents. Get ready for another exciting display of attacking football from the Bullets!
- Belmont colts u15 boys vs Bartestree U15 on Sunday 22nd Mar at 14:00: The U15 boys are in scintillating form! Their recent goalscoring record is amazing (23 goals), and they will be looking to put on another show this weekend.
- Belmont Wanderers U16 vs Ross Juniors FC – U16 on Sunday 22nd Mar at 14:00: This is another HUGE CUP GAME! 🏆 The U16s have been solid recently, and they will be looking to continue their progress in this crucial match. Come down and show your support!
- Belmont Wanderers U16 vs Westfields FC – U16 Juniors on Sunday 22nd Mar at 14:00: A second game for the U16s! The squad depth is being tested. Another chance for the team to show what they are made of!
- Belmont Diamonds U12 Girls vs Cup Game on Sunday 22nd Mar at 09:30: The Belmont Diamonds U12 Girls will be fighting for a place in the next round of the cup 🏆! This is a huge opportunity for the team to showcase their talent and determination. Get ready for a thrilling cup tie!
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.