On 27 September 2025, Pro Shottas U15 played Technique FC - U15s at Parkinson Field in a league neutral match that kicked off at 11:55pm. The 70-minute contest ended in a 2-1 victory for Technique FC, with both sides showing promise but the visitors edging the encounter.
Pro Shottas lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, aiming to balance defensive solidity with attacking flair. Josef Grandiso took his place between the sticks as goalkeeper, protected by a back four consisting of Dylan Boucaud at right defender, Keiji Miller and Zayne Galt as central defenders, and Shakobi Jordan on the left. The midfield pivot was formed by Jaiye Foster and Samuel Campion, tasked with controlling the centre of the park and linking defence to attack. Ahead of them, Dominic Pererra operated on the right wing, Raiden Lee as the central attacking midfielder, and Xavier Holder on the left flank, all supporting lone striker Kaleb Catwell. The substitutes named were Tye Gittens, Ben Hutton, Micah James, Nikkeil Freeman, and Jaaziel Codogan.
The match began with Technique FC striking early, taking the lead in the 12th minute. The visitors capitalised on a swift attacking move that caught Pro Shottas’ defence off guard. However, the home side responded quickly, with Jaiye Foster levelling the score six minutes later at 18 minutes. Foster’s goal came courtesy of a defensive error from Technique FC, which he seized upon to restore parity and inject hope into the Pro Shottas ranks.
As the first half progressed, both teams battled for control, but neither could find the net again before the break. The half-time whistle blew at 35 minutes with the score locked at 1-1, setting up a tense second period.
Shortly after the interval, Pro Shottas made their first tactical substitution at 37 minutes, with Tye Gittens replacing Jaiye Foster in midfield. This change aimed to refresh the central area and add new energy to the team’s efforts. However, Technique FC regained the lead scoring their second goal in the 43rd minute to edge ahead. Further tactical adjustments were made by Pro Shottas at 48 minutes two substitutions were made simultaneously: Ben Hutton came on for Samuel Campion, and Micah James replaced Raiden Lee. These moves were designed to bolster midfield creativity and attacking impetus as the home side searched for an equaliser.
A further change followed at 52 minutes, with Nikkeil Freeman coming on for Xavier Holder on the left wing, aiming to inject pace and width into the attack. Later, at 61 minutes, Jaaziel Codogan replaced left defender Shakobi Jordan, signalling a shift in defensive personnel as Pro Shottas sought to maintain their shape while pushing forward.
Despite these efforts and the fresh legs introduced, Pro Shottas were unable to find the equalising goal. Technique FC’s defence held firm, and the visitors managed to see out the remainder of the match to secure a 2-1 victory.
The contest was a closely fought affair, with Pro Shottas showing resilience and tactical flexibility through their substitutions and formation. However, the early and late goals from Technique FC proved decisive in the final outcome. The match highlighted the importance of defensive concentration and clinical finishing at this level of youth football.
