Bawtry Juniors Football Cl 13 vs 0 Blyth Bombers U12

On Sunday 4th October 2026, Bawtry Juniors Football Club U11s Red welcomed Blyth Bombers U12 to the Bawtry Memorial Sports Ground for a 9-a-side league fixture, kicking off promptly at 10:45am. The home side produced a commanding display, running out comfortable 13-0 winners in a match that showcased their attacking prowess and defensive solidity over the full 60 minutes plus injury time.

Bawtry Juniors lined up in a 3-4-1 formation, deploying three defenders at the back with Ivy-Tose Topps on the right, Lewis Goring centrally, and James Mullen on the left. The midfield quartet consisted of Quentin Austin on the right wing, Seth Woolf and Joseph Wilson occupying the central midfield roles, and Michael Poole on the left. Harry Richardson led the line as the lone striker, tasked with spearheading attacks and finishing chances created by the midfield. The goalkeeper duties were entrusted to Frankie Shepherd, expected to marshal the defence and initiate attacks from the back. On the bench, substitutes Elijah Ball, Jacob Wilson, and Oliver Pressley awaited their opportunities to impact the game.

The match burst into life immediately as Joseph Wilson capitalised on a defensive error from Blyth Bombers to slot home with his right foot inside the opening minute. Almost simultaneously, Harry Richardson demonstrated his defensive awareness with an interception, though it did not prevent an early chance. Wilson doubled the lead within the second minute, expertly finishing inside the box after a precise long pass from Lewis Goring. Moments later, Michael Poole added a third goal, also from close range, confirming Bawtry Juniors’ intent to dominate proceedings.

Defensively, Lewis Goring was quick to clear danger and make crucial tackles in the early stages, notably preventing a potential chance with two decisive interventions in the fifth minute. Joseph Wilson also contributed defensively with a timely tackle in the fourth minute, maintaining the team’s control over the game. Harry Richardson’s creative influence was evident in the sixth minute when his slide rule pass carved open the opposition defence, leading to a saved attempt from himself before he found the net at close range a minute later.

Lewis Goring continued to impress with a long pass that created another scoring opportunity in the seventh minute, while Richardson remained a constant threat, forcing another save in the ninth minute. Joseph Wilson’s vision was on display with two slide rule passes in quick succession, both creating chances alongside a similar effort from Seth Woolf. Tactical substitutions began early, with Elijah Ball replacing Quentin Austin in the tenth minute, followed by Jacob Wilson coming on for James Mullen a minute later. Oliver Pressley also entered the fray for Michael Poole at the twelfth minute, signalling a strategic refresh.

Frankie Shepherd’s distribution was pivotal, delivering a long pass that set up further attacking opportunities. Harry Richardson’s continued creativity was highlighted by two more slide rule passes around the twelfth and thirteenth minutes, consistently unlocking the Blyth defence. Seth Woolf’s blocked attempt at thirteen minutes was quickly followed by Elijah Ball’s close-range finish from a well-worked team move, extending the lead. Richardson then scored again, assisted by Joseph Wilson’s short pass, underlining the fluidity of Bawtry’s attacking play.

Joseph Wilson’s high shot at fifteen minutes missed the target, but Ivy-Tose Topps and Seth Woolf combined with long and slide rule passes respectively to maintain pressure. Jacob Wilson intercepted a Blyth attack at seventeen minutes, while Quentin Austin’s tackle at twenty-one minutes and Jacob Wilson’s crucial tackle a minute later helped keep the clean sheet intact. Austin’s block at twenty-two minutes preceded his own goal at twenty-four minutes, finished with his right foot following a team move assisted by Jacob Wilson.

Michael Poole’s long pass at twenty-seven minutes did not create a chance, but the half closed with Bawtry Juniors firmly in control. At half-time, the scoreline reflected their dominance with a commanding lead.

The second half saw Lewis Goring clear danger early on, while Michael Poole’s slide rule pass at thirty-one minutes created another chance. Seth Woolf scored at thirty-two minutes from a short pass by Quentin Austin, continuing the scoring spree. James Mullen’s tackling and blocking efforts at thirty-four and thirty-five minutes kept Blyth at bay, while Joseph Wilson’s long pass at thirty-five minutes set up further opportunities.

Ivy-Tose Topps’ long pass at thirty-seven minutes created a chance, and Wilson struck a spectacular long-range right-footed goal from outside the box at thirty-eight minutes. Quentin Austin’s slide rule pass at forty-one minutes and Ivy-Tose Topps’ clearance at forty-two minutes maintained the team’s rhythm. Seth Woolf’s blocked attempt at forty-three minutes was quickly followed by Elijah Ball’s close-range finish, adding to the tally.

James Mullen cleared at forty-five minutes, and Joseph Wilson’s slide rule pass at forty-six minutes created another chance. Ivy-Tose Topps continued to supply long passes, while Jacob Wilson’s saved attempt at forty-eight minutes was followed by Wilson’s goalmouth scramble finish from a corner, assisted by Ivy-Tose Topps.

James Mullen and Jacob Wilson’s defensive blocks at forty-nine and fifty minutes respectively prevented Blyth chances. Joseph Wilson’s slide rule pass at fifty-two minutes created further opportunities, though Ivy-Tose Topps’ wide attempt at fifty-three minutes was off target. Tactical changes saw Joseph Wilson replace Michael Poole at fifty-four minutes.

Seth Woolf’s slide rule pass at fifty-eight minutes led to Harry Richardson scoring inside the box, who then assisted Woolf for another goal a minute later. Woolf continued to create chances with slide rule and long passes in the final moments. Frankie Shepherd made two vital point-blank reaction saves at sixty-one minutes, preserving the clean sheet. James Mullen’s clearance at sixty-two minutes prevented a late chance, rounding off a dominant defensive display.

Bawtry Juniors U11s Red’s comprehensive 13-0 victory was built on a solid 3-4-1 formation that balanced defensive resilience with relentless attacking flair. The defensive trio and goalkeeper ensured Blyth Bombers struggled to create meaningful chances, while the midfield quartet and striker combined expertly to produce a flood of goals. Substitutes Elijah Ball, Jacob Wilson, and Oliver Pressley all contributed to maintaining the team’s intensity throughout the match. This emphatic win will surely boost Bawtry Juniors’ confidence as they continue their league campaign.