A number of great goalkeeping performances in last weekend’s semi-finals earned Player of the Match nominations, so three goalkeepers feature in this week’s Team of the Week, alongside nine outfield players.
Ellie Burns (Valkyrs Ladies A) GK – made a string of crucial saves that kept her team in the game, then delivered and outstanding display in the flicks, pulling off multiple stops to seal the result.
Debbie Shimmin (Vikings Ladies C) GK – for saving a flick during normal time to keep it 0-0 and for her superb saves during the flicks which decided the outcome of the match.
Emma Miller (Valkyrs Ladies C) – saved numerous shots with one particular diving save being one any keeper would have been proud of – she motivated the team from her net.
Bethany Brew (Ramsey Ladies B) – played full match at centre back, marshalling her team throughout the game and making countless interceptions.
Andy Wignall (Castletown Mens A) – amazing in defence, and had great composure in and out of possession when the pressure was on in the closely fought game.
Aaron Bell (Ramsey Mens A) – played a full game at the back, clearing two off the line and making some excellent tackles.
Sam Burrows (Vikings Mens A) – prevented a number of attacks down his side of the pitch, kept going throughout and made crucial tackles to prevent the score going a different way.
Macey Crellin (Harlequins Ladies A) – for a brilliant all round performance in the midfield, always offering for the ball and helping to progress the whole team up the pitch.
Ameria Crookall (Bacchas Ladies B) – every time she got the ball she looked dangerous and deserved her two goals. Her work rate on the defensive side of her role was unreal.
Julia Jacobs (Vikings Ladies B) – a great performance against strong Bacchas opposition, covering the whole pitch, making runs and a positive attitude throughout.
Callum Robb (Bacchas Mens B) – made a number of great interceptions having read the play well, moved the ball on with pin point distribution, and got himself on the scoresheet.
Zach Barlow (Harlequins Mens C) – worked tirelessly upfront and when out of possession. Good link up play in a closely contested match.
Many thanks to Team Captains and Coaches for their nominations.
