Spalding Ladies 3s 2 St Ives 4 Spalding knew they were going to have a battle on their hands, and it showed early on when the defence were put under pressure. It quickly became the St Ives show especially when they began overloading and attacking repeatedly. It was not long before they drove into the top of the D and completed a great strike to score the first. Before long, a scramble saw another sneak Read more…
Spalding started the brighter of the two sides and good early passing saw them take the majority of possession. Kettering who then hit the post and soon after this they flicked the ball into the goal to open the scoring. It remained 1-0 until half time and Spalding certainly felt they were in the game. Keeper Rob Callaby made a brilliant save to keep it 1-0 but the game would then take a turn with Read more…
L2 v Newmarket5-0Karen Timby 2Kelly Cooper 2Chloe P 1 Spalding 2s travelled to a bright, sunny Newmarket hoping to keep their push at the top going. With a slight shuffle of players due to availability for fixtures, Spalding welcomed Chloe P for her 2nd team debut; she didn’t disappoint. Spalding pushed hard from the start and created early chances but were thwarted by an inspired Newmarket keeper. As chances came and went, on came Chloe Read more…
Spalding 2’s vs Cambridge City 5’s An early start hosted the clash between Spalding 2’s and Cambs city 5’s, where a win was vital for Spalding to remain 4th in the league. The game started strong for Spalding, having good possession through the midfield and around the D but struggling to penetrate Cambridges defences. After 15 minutes of good attacking play Spalding’s hold on the game started to slip as they began to find themselves Read more…
Spalding traveled to a rainy Cambridge, with a late push back. Spalding started the game well with great attack play using the wings form Amy Naylor and Kate Ames’s with Ellie holland taking shots in the D but none were converted, Cambridge then started pilling on the pressure with attack after attack with the bounce of the pitch with lead to spalding mistakes Cambridge got 2 goals in quick succession. Spalding were still determined to Read more…
Spalding Ladies 3s 10 Cambridge South 5s 1Spalding feeling jubilant for the birthday girl, set their mark almost immediately, with just a few passes linking together, they saw an attack on goal which was saved beautifully by the opposition goalkeeper. Cambridge then countered and Spalding’s defence were tested but kept calm and managed to get the ball clear. Attackers Charlotte Maplethorpe and Lucy McClements worked well together and ensured that the next attack beat the Read more…
With ten regulars away a much changed Spalding 4’s recorded a narrow victory over a resilient Long Sutton side.Spalding gained a few early shirt corners through Brian Read and Reuben Rogers but despite good efforts these were repelled by the visitors. .Dave Burrell gave Spalding the lead with a clinical finish when put through on goal. Sutton gained control in the lead up to half time and equalised with a short corner on the stroke Read more…
Match Report: Spalding M1s vs Ipswich M2s In an electrifying clash between Spalding M1s and Ipswich M2s, Spalding emerged triumphant after a rollercoaster of a game filled with thrilling moments and remarkable displays of skill. The match started with Ipswich taking an early lead, scoring two goals to put Spalding on the back foot. However, Spalding showed resilience, with goalkeeper Hicksy making a crucial save from a penalty flick and displaying exceptional determination despite popping Read more…
Spalding Ladies 2’s triumphed over Kettering 2’s with a nail-biting 3-2 victory. Kettering took an early lead 15 minutes into the game, breaking through Spalding’s defence. However, just after halftime, Charlotte Maplethorpe skillfully equalized. Momentum swung in Spalding’s favour when Charlotte, scored in a one-on-one with the goalie, taking the lead. Kettering swiftly responded, leveling the score once again. Amidst numerous attempts to pull ahead, Spalding worked effortlessly as an attacking force, man of the Read more…
Spalding Ladies 3s 0 Cambridge City 6 3 Spalding travelled away for a late afternoon game with a small squad against the top of the table. Jubilant in spirit and keen as badgers to gain some vital points, the team made a slow start to get going. City were quick to put the pressure on were awarded a short corner, minutes into the game. Once Spalding settled and were able to make some breaks one Read more…