⚽ Wanderers Weekly: Five Cup Ties and a Milestone in Sight 🦁

Ninety-four goals crossed our pitches last weekend, our U15 boys made it five wins from five, and Kallie sits one strike shy of fifteen for the season. That is the sort of form that turns a good autumn into a memorable one, and this Saturday and Sunday we do it all again with five cup ties dotted across the age groups. Grab a brew, find a good spot on the touchline, and let’s get into it.

🧬 The Club DNA Report 🧬

Belmont Wanderers has never been about one team or one result. We are a club that plays on the front foot, defends for one another, and carries itself with a smile whatever the scoreline. This week the numbers told that story loud and clear.

Our Attacking Prowess was the headline act. Five hat-tricks in a single weekend, tallies of ten, eight and three separate sevens, and a total that lit up scorecards from the U8s to the girls’ sides. When Belmont teams find their rhythm, as the U8s did in their 10-3 and the Cannons in their 7-0, we are a genuine joy to watch. Twenty-two Player of the Match awards and fourteen Playmaker nods show the creativity is spread right across the club, not hoarded by one or two.

Defensively there is honest work to be done, and that is no bad thing. Two clean sheets and two Wall Awards prove the foundations are there, and a few heavy afternoons simply give our coaches clear targets for the training ground. What never wavered were our values: six Sportsmanship Awards and seven Captain’s Armbands say that even on the tough days, Belmont players lead and behave the right way. Keep scoring for fun, keep tightening at the back, and keep looking after each other, and this club will keep climbing. That is the Belmont way.

⚽ This Weekend’s Action ⚽

A full programme awaits, and five of our sides step onto the cup trail. Make a proper noise for these ones:

• 🏆 Belmont Wanderers U8s vs Ross Juniors U8 (09:30)
• 🏆 Belmont Tornadoes U9s vs Tenbury United Youth U9 Tigers (10:45)
• 🏆 Belmont Wanderers U9 Lions vs Ludlow Town FC U9 Knights (09:30)
• 🏆 Belmont Wanderers U15 vs Toros FC U15 (14:00)
• 🏆 U9 Belmont Bells Girls vs Ledbury FC Youth U9 (09:30)

And the rest of a busy weekend:

• Belmont Wanderers Men’s First Team vs Ewyas Harold First (14:30)
• Belmont Wanderers Reserves vs Hinton Reserves (14:30)
• Herefordshire Belmont Belles vs Harborough Town Juniors U17 Girls ETP (10:30)
• U7 Belmont Blazers Boys vs Westfields Youth U7 (12:30)
• Belmont Wanderers U11 vs Hinton Youth U11 (10:30)
• Belmont bulls vs Wessington Juniors U10 Wolves (12:00)
• Belmont U10 Flames vs Coreley U10 (12:00)
• Belmont Wanderers Ladies vs Ledbury FC Women (14:00)
• Belmont Wanderers Hawks u12 vs Westfields FC U12 Juniors (09:00)
• Belmont wanderers sharks vs Orleton Youth U12 (10:30)
• Belmont Falcons U12 vs Ludlow Town FC U12 Lions (10:30)
• Belmont Wanderers Eagles vs Westfields Youth U12 (10:30)
• Spartans vs Bromyard U13 Rangers (12:00)
• Belmont juniors vs Hereford Pegasus Youth U14 (12:00)
• Belmont U14 Boys vs Bartestree U14 (12:00)
• Belmont Hammers vs Hinton Youth U14 (12:00)
• Belmont wanderers under 16s boys vs Shobdon Colts U16 (14:00)
• Belmont colts u16 boys vs Hereford Lads Club Youth U16 Phoenix (16:00)
• Belmont Wanderers U10 Vipers vs Ludlow Town FC U10 Girls (10:00)
• Belmont Diamonds U13 girls vs Hereford Lads Club Youth U13 Leopards (09:30)
• Belmont Cannons vs Ewyas Harold U16 Hawks (11:30)
• Belmont Bullets U14 Girls vs Southside Star Youth U14 Lynxs (10:00)

💛 Club Connections 💛

Keep an eye out for the family threads running right through this weekend. Over in the U9 Belmont Bells Girls and the U10 Vipers you’ll find two sets of sisters in action on the same morning, with Harper and Ella, and May and Nancy, all pulling on the Belmont badge at once. And a special word for the Bullets, where Mya lines up while sister EM turns out for the Belles, and where Kallie’s little brother Reuben is busy earning his own stripes with the Tornadoes. Coaching-wise, plenty of proud parents on the touchline too: Peter Pusharski with the bulls and Damion Gallimore with the U8s are among six coaches whose own children play this weekend. That, in a nutshell, is what a community club looks like.

💡 Team Spotlight

This week the spotlight falls on our Belmont Wanderers U18s, guided by coach Rob Mayo-Evans. The squad features AA and JJ, and the whole club will be right behind them. Give them a cheer whenever you see them out and about!

A Big Belmont Welcome

A warm Belmont handshake to everyone who joined the family this week: Brandon (Belmont Falcons u11), Brandon (Belmont wanderers sharks), Freddie (Belmont Falcons u11), Reggie (Belmont Wanderers U8s), Mario (Belmont juniors), Buddy (Belmont Wanderers Eagles), Loella (U9 Belmont Bells Girls), Bear (Belmont Wanderers Hawks u12), Maximilian (Spartans) and Roman (Belmont bulls). We’re absolutely thrilled to have you with us. Reggie, incidentally, marked his arrival with a hat-trick in the U8s’ 10-3 win. Not a bad way to say hello!

📸 From the Sidelines This Week 📸

🏆 The Weekly Roll of Honour 🏆

Weekly Honours List, all the special mentions from our coaches:

• Benjamin (Belmont Wanderers Hawks u12): Training Champion
• Asher (Belmont Wanderers Hawks u12): Training Champion
• Anthony-John (Belmont Wanderers Hawks u12): Training Champion
• Aleksander (Belmont Wanderers Hawks u12): Training Champion
• Arthur (Belmont U8 Raiders): Playmaker
• Toby (Belmont U8 Raiders): Good Sport Award
• Theo (Belmont U8 Raiders): Leadership in Defence
• Lewis (Belmont U8 Raiders): Tackle Titan
• Lucas (Belmont U8 Raiders): Player of the Match
• Albie (Belmont U8 Raiders): Last-Ditch Hero
• Albie (Belmont U8 Raiders): Matchday Check-in
• Lewis (Belmont U8 Raiders): Matchday Check-in
• Daniel (Belmont wanderers sharks): Good Sport Award
• Charlie (Belmont wanderers sharks): Captain’s Armband
• Noah (Belmont wanderers sharks): First Goal

Player of the Month: A huge club congratulations to our August Player of the Month, Kallie (Belmont Bullets U14 Girls). Thoroughly, brilliantly earned.

Birthday Corner: 🎂 Blowing out candles this week: Kallie, Emerson, Rhys, Brandon, Adrian, Sidney-joe, Jakub, Madison, Emma and MW. Have a smashing day, all of you!

✨ Last Week’s Highlights ✨

Belmont U8 Raiders vs Toros FC U8 Toffees (Lost 0-2)

A scoreline that flatters the Toffees, given the energy and one-twos our Raiders poured into this one. Lucas was tireless in earning his Player of the Match, and with smiles this wide, the goals will follow.

Belmont Falcons U12 vs Wellington Youth U12 Blue (Lost 0-9)

A tough morning against a top-of-the-table outfit, but the Falcons never once dropped their heads. Once they found their rhythm midway through the half, the character was there for all to see, and that grit is what carries young teams forward.

Belmont Wanderers U10 Vipers vs Tupsley Girls U10 Lions (Lost 2-5)

The result went Tupsley’s way, but the Vipers’ communication and positioning are clearly on the up, and a two-goal haul is real reward for progress. Huge credit too for the shift in goal that earned the internal Player of the Match nod.

Belmont Wanderers U15 vs Toros FC U15 (Won 2-1)

Five games, five wins, and this one earned away from home against a side sitting third. Two well-taken goals and a backs-to-the-wall finish make this a statement, and a tasty cup rematch with Toros is next.

Belmont Hammers vs Westfields Youth U14 (Lost 3-4)

A frustrating afternoon where the Hammers fought back three times but couldn’t quite level a fourth. Lola’s strike from outside the box kept them swinging until the last, and this is just a small bump for a side with real quality.

Belmont Wanderers Hawks u12 vs Kington Town Youth (Drew 1-1, won 4-3 on penalties)

Cup nerves? Not a chance. The Hawks responded superbly after going behind and held their composure from the spot, and with so many new faces gelling, that final-whistle joy was thoroughly deserved.

Belmont Bullets U14 Girls vs English Bicknor Youth U14 (Won 7-3)

Another statement from the league’s runaway leaders, with strikes raining in from all angles. On a day of high emotion, Mya marked her first league start against her old club in style, and the Bullets keep on rolling.

Belmont Cannons vs Westfields Youth U15 Girls (Won 7-0)

A near-perfect afternoon, capped by a debutant slotting home her own penalty and Keira’s first goal born straight from the training ground. When every single player turns up like this, the Cannons are a formidable watch.

Belmont U14 Boys vs Ledbury FC Youth U14 Rovers (Drew 2-2)

A hard-earned point on a tricky, sloping pitch, with the lads twice showing the character to respond. Stan’s leveller capped a display full of promise, and they even came close to nicking all three at the death.

Belmont Wanderers Ladies vs Westfields Ladies (Drew 1-1)

A gritty season opener brightened by some of our U17s stepping up seamlessly alongside the seniors. Captain Ellie’s worldie and a goal-line clearance secured a positive point, with Tilly outstanding throughout.

Belmont colts u16 boys vs Ludlow Town FC U16 First (Lost 1-5)

Seventy minutes toe-to-toe with the league leaders before legs finally tired: that is a performance to build on, not to mourn. The scoreline hides a top-quality shift from everyone in colts colours.

Spartans vs FC Phoenix U13 Rovers (Drew 0-0)

A stubborn, hard-fought clean sheet against a strong side is nothing to sniff at. The Spartans dug in, kept their shape and took a point from a testing afternoon.

Belmont wanderers sharks vs Toros FC U12 Titans (Lost 1-11)

A chastening one against a seriously strong Titans outfit, but the Sharks kept going and got themselves on the scoresheet. Days like this only sharpen the appetite for the ones to come.

Belmont Wanderers U9 Lions vs Tenbury United Youth U9 (Won 7-1)

Creative, confident and clinical, the Lions produced a lovely away-day display against fresh opposition. With back-to-back cup glory the aim, they arrive at round one in flying form.

Belmont U10 Flames vs Toros FC U10 Santos (Won 3-2)

A first-round cup hurdle these boys had never cleared before, finally conquered with grit to spare. David, Kevin and Charlie all found the net, and a nervy final five minutes only made the victory sweeter. Into the next round we go!

Belmont bulls vs Tupsley Girls U11 Trailblazers (Won 8-3)

Challenged to start fast, the bulls fired three in the opening five minutes and never looked back. Dexter’s four-goal haul lit up the win, Theo weighed in with five assists, and they march into round two as the team nobody wants to draw.

Belmont Wanderers U8s vs FC Phoenix U8 United (Won 10-3)

An absolute festival of football, with the passing at times a genuine pleasure to watch. Jack’s four and hat-tricks for both Reggie and Keegan headlined a ten-goal romp, capped by Jidenna’s first goal for the club.

Belmont Falcons u11 vs Shobdon Colts U11 (Won 7-2)

Sharp, slick and full of team play, the Falcons made it two wins and a draw to open the season. Braces from Freddie and Brandon led the way, and AJ even swapped his gloves for a debut goal at the death.

Belmont U8 Raiders vs Toros FC U8 Toffees (Lost 0-4)

Bouncing back from a hard week, the Raiders battled well and, by every account, showed real progress. The scoreline won’t tell it, but the big smiles at full time will.

Belmont Wanderers U11 vs Ludlow Town FC U11 Lions (Won 6-2)

Two up inside four minutes and never rattled thereafter, this was a composed, deserved win. Max’s finish from the byline was the pick of a very tidy afternoon’s work.

⭐ Standout of the Week ⭐

Take a bow, Lacie-mai (Belmont Cannons). Three awards and a whopping +108 points this week make her our standout, a reward for a young player making everything count. Superb stuff.

📈 The Belmont Leaderboard 📈

Top 5 Players

• Kallie (259 points)
• Lola (248 points)
• Logan (235 points)
• Noah (205 points)
• Blake (172 points)

Top 3 Teams

• Belmont Bullets U14 Girls (1119 points)
• Belmont Wanderers U9 Lions (931 points)
• Belmont Wanderers U15 (750 points)

⚽ The Golden Boot Race ⚽

The race for the season’s Golden Boot is well and truly on, and it’s Kallie who leads the charge.

⚽ Golden Boot Race

• Kallie: 14 goals
• Logan: 11 goals
• Dominic: 11 goals
• Theo: 11 goals
• Lola: 8 goals
• Blake: 8 goals

🎯 Milestone watch

• Kallie needs just 1 more for 15
• Lola is 2 away from 10
• Blake is 2 away from 10
• Dexter is 1 away from 5

Kallie could bring up her fifteenth this very weekend against Southside Star. Keep those eyes peeled!

📈 Card of the Week 📈

Step forward, Dexter! Off the back of that four-goal masterclass for the bulls, he’s climbed a club-best +12 to an Overall Rating of 67. His freshly upgraded card is on show at the Card Corner on the back page.

🎮 Your Player Card & App 🎮

Every Belmont player now has their own collectible football card, with an Overall Rating that climbs all season long. Goals, assists, clean sheets, simply turning up and awards all count towards it, and it resets each summer so everyone starts fresh. Log in to see your card, tick off weekly challenges and customise it to your heart’s content. This week’s challenges for bonus points: ⚡ On a Roll (earn 8 points this week) and 🚀 Double Up (earn 20 points this week). Collect your team’s full set of squad cards and earn team badges together at https://belmontwanderersfc.co.uk/team-badges. See every squad’s cards at https://belmontwanderersfc.co.uk/player-cards and the club-wide leaderboard at https://belmontwanderersfc.co.uk/hall-of-fame. Add the portal to your phone’s home screen and switch on notifications so you never miss a fixture, an availability request, or your card levelling up.

🧑‍🏫 Coach’s Corner 🧑‍🏫

Fresh on the Training Wall this week: ‘Under 15/16, Passing & Receiving’ by Danielle Houghton. It’s ready and waiting in the Coach Dashboard, so do have a look for your next session.

🗓️ Team of the Month 🗓️

A big round of applause for our Team of the Month for August! Lining up in a 4-3-3 attacking shape, this month’s stars are: Libby, Jessica, Eduard, Naomi, Travis Thompson, Ruby, Aiden, Theo, Kallie and Lola. Brilliantly done, all of you.

🛍️ Club Shop Corner 🛍️

🛍️ Shop Spotlight: As the mornings turn crisp, grab the Adult 1/4 Zip Pullover, perfect for touchline duty and showing your Belmont colours.

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❤️ Our Amazing Sponsors ❤️

We simply couldn’t do it without them. A heartfelt thank you to:

Riverside Bar & Eatery

Official sponsor of Belmont U8 Raiders

KaterPac

Official sponsor of Belmont Wanderers Eagles

🔍 Pre-Match Previews 🔍

Belmont Wanderers Men’s First Team vs Ewyas Harold First (Sat 14:30)
Seventeen scored and just one conceded across three wins: the seniors are in ruthless nick. Ewyas Harold arrive to face a side brimming with confidence, and the fans can look forward to more of that free-flowing football.

Belmont Wanderers Reserves vs Hinton Reserves (Sat 14:30)
The Reserves welcome Hinton for what promises to be a proper local tussle. A big shout from the touchline could make all the difference here.

Herefordshire Belmont Belles vs Harborough Town Juniors U17 Girls ETP (Sat 10:30)
Our Belles host Harborough in what’s always a valuable test at this level. Watch out for UN, who’s turning out twice this weekend for both the Belles and the Ladies.

U7 Belmont Blazers Boys vs Westfields Youth U7 (Sat 12:30)
Our youngest Blazers take the pitch, and at this age it’s all about smiles, first touches and learning together. Get down early and give them a lovely warm welcome.

Belmont Wanderers U11 vs Hinton Youth U11 (Sat 10:30)
Fresh off a tidy 6-2 win over Ludlow, the U11s look to build on that momentum at home. If they start as fast as they did last time out, Hinton will have their work cut out.

🏆 Belmont Wanderers U8s vs Ross Juniors U8 (Sat 09:30)
Cup day, and the U8s roll in on the back of that 10-3 masterclass, having already beaten Ross once this term. With that kind of firepower, this could be another goal-laden morning.

🏆 Belmont Tornadoes U9s vs Tenbury United Youth U9 Tigers (Sat 10:45)
The Tornadoes launch their cup campaign against the Tigers, and there’s family pride at stake too, with Kallie’s brother Reuben in the ranks. A great chance to make some noise and make some memories.

🏆 Belmont Wanderers U9 Lions vs Ludlow Town FC U9 Knights (Sat 09:30)
The reigning cup holders begin the defence in scintillating form, with 28 scored and just 2 conceded in three games. Going back to back is the dream, and this is the first step.

Belmont bulls vs Wessington Juniors U10 Wolves (Sat 12:00)
Sixteen scored across three wins and a growing reputation as the team nobody wants to draw, the bulls are flying. Dexter, chasing his fifth of the season, will fancy adding to that tally.

Belmont U10 Flames vs Coreley U10 (Sat 12:00)
Buzzing after breaking their cup duck, the Flames host Coreley unbeaten in their last three. That togetherness they showed to see out the cup tie could be the key again here.

Belmont Wanderers Ladies vs Ledbury FC Women (Sun 14:00)
Off the back of a battling draw with Westfields, the Ladies head into another test full of belief. With the U17s stepping up so impressively, there’s real depth and freshness in this squad.

Belmont Wanderers Hawks u12 vs Westfields FC U12 Juniors (Sun 09:00)
Riding the confidence of that penalty-shootout cup win, the Hawks look to translate that spirit into league points. With the group gelling week by week, this is a great chance to kick on.

Belmont wanderers sharks vs Orleton Youth U12 (Sun 10:30)
A tough recent run doesn’t dampen the Sharks’ spirit one bit as they welcome Orleton. This is a fixture where a fast start and belief could turn the tide.

Belmont Falcons U12 vs Ludlow Town FC U12 Lions (Sun 10:30)
The Falcons dust themselves down from a hard afternoon and go again at home. These young players never stop trying, and a positive start will be everything.

Belmont Wanderers Eagles vs Westfields Youth U12 (Sun 10:30)
Two wins from three has the Eagles in decent shape as Westfields visit. It’s finely balanced, so expect an energetic, end-to-end encounter.

Spartans vs Bromyard U13 Rangers (Sun 12:00)
Fresh from a resolute clean sheet against Phoenix, the Spartans will back their defensive steel again. If they can add a cutting edge going forward, three points are well within reach.

Belmont juniors vs Hereford Pegasus Youth U14 (Sun 12:00)
The juniors host Pegasus with coach Liam Beavan, whose own child also plays this weekend, in the dugout. A fresh fixture full of possibility, so come along and get behind them.

Belmont U14 Boys vs Bartestree U14 (Sun 12:00)
Unbeaten in three with a win and two draws, the U14 boys are quietly building nicely. After that gutsy point at Ledbury, they’ll fancy turning solid draws into wins at home.

Belmont Hammers vs Hinton Youth U14 (Sun 12:00)
Nineteen goals in three games tells you the Hammers can hurt anyone, and they’ll be itching to bounce back after last week’s near miss. Expect a determined, hungry response.

🏆 Belmont Wanderers U15 vs Toros FC U15 (Sun 14:00)
The pick of the weekend: five wins from five, and a cup reunion with the very Toros side they just beat 2-1. Home advantage this time, and a real shot at the next round. Don’t miss it.

Belmont wanderers under 16s boys vs Shobdon Colts U16 (Sun 14:00)
Twenty scored, five conceded and three wins from three: Michael Prosser’s side are in superb form. Shobdon face a Belmont team full of belief and firepower.

Belmont colts u16 boys vs Hereford Lads Club Youth U16 Phoenix (Sun 16:00)
After going toe-to-toe with the league leaders for 70 minutes, the colts know they can compete with anyone. This is the weekend to turn those brave displays into points.

Belmont Wanderers U10 Vipers vs Ludlow Town FC U10 Girls (Sun 10:00)
The Vipers keep improving week on week, and their communication and confidence are clearly growing. Look out for sisters Ella and Nancy in the ranks as the girls chase that breakthrough result.

Belmont Diamonds U13 girls vs Hereford Lads Club Youth U13 Leopards (Sun 09:30)
A young Diamonds side host the Leopards looking to build on early experiences. Every game is progress at this stage, so let’s roar them on.

Belmont Cannons vs Ewyas Harold U16 Hawks (Sun 11:30)
Fresh off a 7-0 thumping and with Standout Lacie-mai flying, the Cannons are full of belief. If they turn up in that same force, Ewyas Harold are in for a real test.

Belmont Bullets U14 Girls vs Southside Star Youth U14 Lynxs (Sun 10:00)
The league leaders roll on with three wins from three and eighteen goals to their name. Keep your eyes on Kallie, one strike from fifteen for the season, as the Bullets aim to keep their perfect run going.

🏆 U9 Belmont Bells Girls vs Ledbury FC Youth U9 (Sun 09:30)
Cup morning for the Bells, with sisters Harper and May among those in action, and a warm welcome to new signing Loella. A brilliant occasion for our youngest girls, so get down and cheer them home.

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

Warmest wishes,
Chris, Chairman