📰 Wanderers Weekly: A Belmont Bonanza Beckons! 🌟

Last week we felt the rumble, this week we’re set to roar! 🦁 Another week, another opportunity to celebrate the beautiful game and the fantastic family we have here at Belmont Wanderers. Get ready to dive deep into the heart of our club, from tactical analyses to match previews, and everything in between. Let’s make this week one to remember, Wanderers!

🧬 The Club DNA Report 🧬

Ah, Belmont Wanderers, a name synonymous with passion, resilience, and a never-say-die attitude. It’s more than just football; it’s about nurturing talent, fostering community, and upholding the values that make us who we are. This week’s DNA report paints a vivid picture of our commitment to these principles.

This week, our Attacking Prowess truly shone! 🔥 With an impressive six goals scored across the board, and a further two, not to mention a staggering four hat-tricks, our attacking players have been relentless. This kind of firepower doesn’t just happen; it’s a testament to the hard work, dedication, and creative flair of our players and coaches. It’s a joy to witness the nets bulging and the roar of the crowd!

Defensively, while the single clean sheet might seem modest, the one goal conceded shows the solid foundations we’re building, and a Wall Award this week! 💪 The spirit of sportsmanship continues to be a key part of our club, and our commitment to player development is evident in the impressive number of PotM and Playmaker awards handed out. It’s fantastic to see our young stars shining and showcasing their talents.

Looking ahead, we remain committed to our philosophy of nurturing talent from within, playing with passion, and representing our community with pride. We believe in giving young players a chance to shine, developing their skills, and instilling in them the values of teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship. Onwards and upwards, Wanderers!

⛈️ Weekend Weather Watch ⛈️

Here’s the outlook for the weekend’s games:

• Saturday: Overcast with highs of 14.1°C and lows of 7.3°C.
• Sunday: Overcast with highs of 12.9°C and lows of 4.4°C.

⚽ This Weekend’s Action ⚽

• Belmont U7 Raiders vs Hereford Pegasus FC – U7 ()
• Belmont Wanderers U8 Lions vs FC Highnam (10:00)
• Belmont Wanderers Hawks u11 vs Tenbury United FC – U11 Tigers (10:30)
• Belmont Wanderers Lionesses vs Tupsley Girls U10 Pumas (10:00)
• Belmont U13 Boys vs Ross Juniors FC – U13 (10:30)
• Belmont Bullets U13 Girls vs Southside Star Lynxs (10:00)
• Belmont Wanderers U14 vs FC Phoenix – U14 (12:00)

💡 Team Spotlight

This week, we shine a spotlight on our Belmont U13 Boys team, led by coach Chris Tipping! The talented squad includes: Ralph, Dylan, Tommy, Jake, Bailey, Oskar, Harvey, Mason, Daniel, Moses, Otis, Oliver, Joseph-Scott, Lincoln, Lucas, Ethan, Oliver, Dylan, Stanley, Ryan, Louie, Kyan, Millie. Let’s cheer them on!

A Big Belmont Welcome

Let’s give a huge Belmont welcome to the new players who joined our family this week: Shae (Belmont Bullets U13 Girls). We’re thrilled to have you with us!

📸 From the Sidelines This Week 📸

🏆 The Weekly Roll of Honour 🏆

• Weekly Honours List: A list of all the special achievements awarded by coaches this week.

• Bailey (Belmont U13 Boys) earned the ‘Playmaker’ award.

• Kyan (Belmont U13 Boys) earned the ‘Playmaker’ award.

• Stanley (Belmont U13 Boys) earned the ‘Hat-trick Hero’ award.

• Lucas (Belmont U13 Boys) earned the ‘First Goal’ award.

• Stanley (Belmont U13 Boys) earned the ‘Player of the Match’ award.

• Zachary (Belmont bulls) earned the ‘Playmaker’ award.

• Tymon (Belmont bulls) earned the ‘First Goal’ award.

• Dominik (Belmont bulls) earned the ‘Leadership in Defence’ award.

• kyan (Belmont bulls) earned the ‘Hat-trick Hero’ award.

• Rory (Belmont Wanderers U16) earned the ‘First Goal’ award.

• Rory (Belmont Wanderers U16) earned the ‘Captain’s Armband’ award.

• Alfie (Belmont Wanderers U16) earned the ‘Hat-trick Hero’ award.

• Blade (Belmont Wanderers U16) earned the ‘Hat-trick Hero’ award.

• Aiden (Belmont Wanderers U14) earned the ‘Player of the Match’ award.

• Eric (Belmont Falcons U11) earned the ‘The Wall’ award.

• Player of the Month: A huge club congratulations to our Player of the Month for March, Dylan (Belmont Hammers)! A fantastic achievement.

• Photo of the Week: No winner was chosen this week.

• Birthday Corner: A very happy birthday this week to: Isla, Alfie! We hope you have a great day.

🎟️ The Belmont Sweepstake 🎟️

The prize pot for this month’s sweepstake is a massive £20.00 and growing! Get your entry in via the portal for a chance to win.

✨ Last Week’s Highlights ✨

Belmont U13 Boys vs Hinton FC – U13

Final Score: Won 6-1
Player of the Match: Stanley

The U13s roared back into contention after a break, with Stanley leading the charge. It was a dominant display that shows that this team is ready to challenge.

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Belmont Wanderers U14 vs Toros FC – U14

Final Score: Drew 2-2
Player of the Match: Aiden

A lapse in concentration cost the U14s dearly after a dominant performance, but their fighting spirit to regain control is a promising sign. The result serves as a harsh lesson in the importance of maintaining focus throughout the entire match.

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📈 The Belmont Leaderboard 📈

Top 5 Players

• Theo P. (837 points)
• Logan F. (756 points)
• Poppy S. (568 points)
• Noah A. (545 points)
• Edith S. (505 points)

Top 3 Teams

• Belmont Wanderers Lionesses (3959 points)
• Belmont Wanderers U8 Lions (3334 points)
• Belmont U13 Boys (1823 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 March!
Playing a 4-4-2 formation, this month’s stars include: Oliver, Dylan, Jordan, Eduard, Blake, Louie, Logan, Jenson, Kallie. Well done all!

💰 Fundraising Focus 💰

🛍️ Club Shop Corner 🛍️

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❤️ Our Amazing Sponsors ❤️

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Official sponsor of Belmont Wanderers Eagles

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Official sponsor of Belmont Diamonds U12 Girls

🔍 Pre-Match Previews 🔍

• Belmont U7 Raiders vs Hereford Pegasus FC – U7 on Saturday 18th Apr: The young Raiders are ready to show their skills against Hereford Pegasus! Expect passion, determination and plenty of fun as these future stars take to the pitch for what promises to be an exciting encounter. Let’s get behind them, Wanderers!
• Belmont Wanderers U8 Lions vs FC Highnam on Saturday 18th Apr at 10:00: Our U8 Lions, fresh from scoring a staggering 33 goals in their last three games, take on FC Highnam! 🦁 With a winning streak and an eye for goal, the Lions are sure to put on a thrilling display. Expect an end-to-end battle with plenty of goals!
• Belmont Wanderers Hawks u11 vs Tenbury United FC – U11 Tigers on Saturday 18th Apr at 10:30: The Hawks U11 are ready to continue their winning ways against Tenbury United! 🦅 After two wins in their last three, the Hawks are flying high. The Wanderers faithful will be out in force to cheer them on!
• Belmont Wanderers Lionesses vs Tupsley Girls U10 Pumas on Sunday 19th Apr at 10:00: Our Lionesses are ready to roar against Tupsley Girls U10 Pumas! 🦁 After a mixed run of form, the Lionesses are determined to get back to winning ways. The fans will be expecting a strong performance.
• Belmont U13 Boys vs Ross Juniors FC – U13 on Sunday 19th Apr at 10:30: The U13 Boys face a tough test against Ross Juniors! ⚽️ With both teams evenly matched on recent form, this is set to be a nail-biting encounter. Expect fireworks as these two teams battle it out for victory!
• Belmont Bullets U13 Girls vs Southside Star Lynxs on Sunday 19th Apr at 10:00: Our Bullets U13 Girls are on a roll, and they’re not planning on slowing down against Southside Star Lynxs! 💥 With an incredible defensive record and a clinical attack, the Bullets are the team to beat. Don’t miss this one!
• Belmont Wanderers U14 vs FC Phoenix – U14 on Sunday 19th Apr at 12:00: The U14s are looking to continue their impressive form against FC Phoenix! 🔥 After two wins and a draw in their last three, the U14s are a force to be reckoned with. Get ready for an action-packed game!

As an individual we are strong, as a team we are brilliant, as club we are unstoppable – we are Belmont Wanderers FC.

Warmly,

Chris, Chairman