With Dr Manning in place to referee, there was an extra incentive for the boys selected to hit the ground running. A goal after 1 minute by Gerald settled the nerves. If we had played long enough for it to be described as against the run of play, it was. Our guests were playing most of the football, and putting in some excellent corners, but we managed two more goals before half time. The pick of the bunch saw us string some passes together at the back, and release Tom N wide right to gallop into space and smash home. We were rather indebted to debutant Casper G in goal for a couple of outstanding saves. With the score at 5-0, our visitors woke up and scored 3 really good goals. Luckily the two from Toby W, a second from Gerald and one from Arlo F meant we had a handy cushion. Were we perfect? No, but we were firmer in the tackle and quicker to respond to danger. Seb H led from the back, keeping the chat up all match. Tom W was named Player of the Match for his calm display in midfield.