Glebe U10 Jaguar’s 2 vs 2 Westerham Junior Tigers

The Glebe U10 Jaguars welcomed Westerham Junior Tigers to The Glebe knowing they were in for a big challenge. The Tigers had bitten before, but the Jaguars were determined to show how much they had learned since that last meeting.

What followed was an exciting, hard-fought game between two strong teams, with neither side giving up an inch. It took teamwork, determination and plenty of effort, and the Jaguars showed all three to earn a well-deserved 2-2 draw.

From the first whistle, the Tigers asked plenty of questions of the Jaguars' defence and goalkeeper. Jax Surucu was called into action on several occasions and produced a number of important saves to keep Glebe in the game. Special credit also goes to Jax for stepping in to help support his fellow goalkeeper when he wasn't feeling 100%, showing excellent camaraderie and a real team-first attitude.

In front of him, the Jaguars' defence put in a tremendous shift. Faced with a determined Tigers attack, the back line battled hard throughout, making key tackles, tracking runners and working together to push Westerham out of dangerous areas whenever possible.

Going forward, Glebe showed plenty of character and patience. Rather than forcing play through the middle, the Jaguars repeatedly probed the wings, looking to expose weaknesses in the Tigers' flanks. Their persistence eventually paid off, creating the openings they needed to get back into the contest.

Winston bagged both Jaguars goals, with excellent teamwork providing the platform for each strike. The first came from a well-worked move finished by Winston after an assist from G Martin, while Lewis provided the final pass for the second. The attacking play was the reward for the team's willingness to stretch the game wide and keep asking questions of the Tigers' defence.

The Jaguars continued to roar back whenever they were challenged, refusing to let the Tigers take control of the contest. By full time, the 2-2 scoreline felt a fair reflection of a closely fought game between two evenly matched sides.

Player of the Match: Jax Surucu

Jax earned the award for a solid performance in goal, making important saves when called upon and showing great character in supporting his teammate when needed.

A great battle, plenty of quality football on display, and another example of the resilience, teamwork and determination that this Jaguars side continues to show. Every one of the boys should be proud of themselves for digging deep, supporting each other and, yet again, showing the grit and character to claw themselves back into the game when challenged.

Still making statements. Still unbeaten. Come on the Jags! ???