U15A’s progress to ISFA final after hard-fought victory

By Tom Scrimshaw

On Thursday 6th February, Hampton’s U15A football team made the long journey up to Repton School for their ISFA Cup semi – final. 

Repton kicked off the game the more dominant side, with their 5-3-2 formation proving a challenge for Hampton to deal with. Repton’s early spell of possession resulted in a well-crafted goal to put them 1-0 up after 20 minutes. However, Hampton knew that the game was still in its early stages, and having battled back to win games from losing positions already this season, they knew they had it in them to fight back. Feeling more motivated than ever, Hampton fought back before half time, leading 2-1 courtesy of two goals from Oliver Khaksar.

Hampton came out for the second half with all guns blazing. A brilliant run from Ben Whitley added another to Hampton’s lead before Alex Pollock struck the ball past the Repton goalkeeper from a free – kick to give Hampton a 4-1 lead. Despite their now comfortable lead, Hampton showed their composure to maintain their advantage and some solid defensive work sealed a hard-fought semi – final victory for Hampton’s U15A team. Hampton can now look forward to a massive game against Aldenham School in the final at Burton Albion F.C on Thursday 13th March.