Under 8’s Blues started their new half season at home to Darlington Young Bulls. A fast start saw a quick double from Jude, with Aycliffe controlling throughout. Darlington came out fighting in the second half and made it a much closer game. A second half double from Alex kept things tight and ensured it was a nail-biting end to the game. POTM was Nate, Parents POTM was Oliver and Opposition POTM went to Jude.
Under 8’s travelled to Billingham, Aycliffe started slowly and never really got into the game. Goals were scored by Cooper (2) and Oliver.
Under 9’s welcomed Bishop St Marys Bishops in a very tough match. Aycliffe started strong playing lovely, fast paced, football against a big strong Bishop. Goals coming from Linc (2) and Connor. MOTM was Connor, for fantastic work rate throughout the game.
Under 9’s Reds put in a battling performance, with a much improved second half performance. Goals from Michael (2) his first for Aycliffe and Fox. POTM was Michael and PPOTM was Jacob.
Under 10’s entertained Leven Juniors and played well throughout the game. Aycliffe’s goal was scored by goalkeeper Harvey P who scored a halfway line free kick into the bottom corner which secured a great result. Another clean sheet meant only fourteen goals conceded in fourteen league games. Opposition MOTM was Harvey P, for his crucial saves and goal. Parents MOTM was Isaac D, for his hard work and energy in midfield.
Under 11’s Reds played Eaglescliffe, in a great game with some very controlled football. Goals from Charlie, Koa and Jace made the day comfortable for Aycliffe. In only his second game, Bryan picked up a deserved MOTM award.
Under 11’s Blacks entertained Billingham Junior Lions, with a strong display all over the pitch. Alfie S enjoyed his day scoring a wonderful hat-trick with JJ adding two goals and Grayson rounding up the scoring. POTM was awarded by the opposition manager to Alfie S for his work rate and hat-trick.
Under 13’s Whites progressed into the semi-final of the cup after a 6-2 win over Shotton Colts. James helped himself to a hat-trick, with Michal adding two goals and Albie the other. MOTM was Michal.
Under 13’s Juniors visited Redcar Athletic for a cup tie that was Aycliffe’s first game since the 22nd of December. It was a comfortable win with goals from Will, Dom, Phoebe, and a hat-trick from Jonah. MOTM was Shay and OMOTM was Joel.
Under 14’s entertained Prissick Rovers, trailing 3-2 with 10 minutes to go, Aycliffe dug deep to turn the game on its head and win 4-3. Goals from Leyton W (3) and MOTM Lucas R secured the win.
Under 16’s Whites played their first game since 17th November against Darlington TSC, going down 3-1. Aycliffe’s goal was a penalty from Jonah with MOTM going to Lewis.