Darlington 1 v Newton Aycliffe u23’s 3
Aycliffe travelled with only 13 fit players. However, they took the lead when a ball by Callum Thomson set James Hardy away who slotted home. Aycliffe were then awarded a penalty but they didn’t convert. A mistake at the back and Darlington equalised to get back into the game. Aycliffe then retook the lead when a Jon Hardy cross was met by Sam Thompson to head home. The game was sealed when Joel Gibson headed home a Jordan Wintersgill freekick. Excellent all round team performance from this great group of players.
Newton Aycliffe Women 11 v Bishop Auckland Reserves 0
Newton Aycliffe Youth Women back to winning ways on a cold wet day at the OakLeaf.
After last week’s disappointing draw against the league leaders, Aycliffe went into this game with almost a full squad. The women dominated the first half scoring 7 goals, goal scorers; Amber x 4, Kate, Alex and Morgan. With the game pretty much settled we made changes to the team to try players in new positions, Kate and Alex filled in at the back and put in a strong defensive performance. Second half and more changes, with everyone getting plenty game time. Four goals scored in the second half coming from Meg x 2, Jess and Tanisha. Bishop battled hard in the second half to keep the scoreline down, with their goalkeeper pulling off some great stops.
POTM: Morgan Bennett, a cool performance in midfield, always looking to link up with the forwards and getting one goal for herself.
Thanks to our sponsors: Team Sponsor: McDonald’s Newton Aycliffe Match Ball Sponsor: The Post Boy Ferryhill. Captain Sponsor: Swim Buddies. Badge Sponsor: Signs Express South Durham & Teesside. Away Kit Sponsor: Anglo Tech Group.