The FC Blades G00 team came within an inch of claiming the AUSC Soccerfest title. The Blades’ weekend started with a narrow 2-1 victory over Chelsea Black. In the afternoon heat they faced off with Arsenal and narrowly lost 1-0. However, their place in the Semi-final had be assured and Sunday morning the girls refreshed tore into FC Barcelona triumphing 6-1 for a place in the final. The girls again met Arsenal and after an enthralling match played in 95 degrees the two teams could not be separated, two halves of OT ensued and again they could not be separated. A penalty shoot out was needed and after a positive start Blades lost 4-3. Nonetheless to coach Andy Winn the girls were champions.

To play with such heart, quality and team spirit in extreme conditions is not easy and the girls did that, I am super proud of all my players for their efforts. Goalkeeper Jackie was in inspired form, massive defensive efforts came from Kerenna, Jaelyn, Michelle and Aliyah. Midfield creativity and industry from Lauren S, Lauren F, Natalie and Aya. Bright attacking play came from Clarissa and Laure D…….

Great cheer leading from afar by Emma and McKenna…..