Billingham Stars and Leeds Junior Knights shared the spoils in an entertaining 1-1 draw away.
Freya Appleton grabbed the all-important goal for the team, making their chance count when it mattered.
Matilda Wilson provided an assist, helping to set up one of the goals.
A solid point earned that keeps their campaign on track.
| Player | GP | G | A | P | P/GP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Libby Foster#84 | 12 | 7 | 4 | 11 | 0.92 |
| Matilda Wilson#96 | 12 | 2 | 7 | 9 | 0.75 |
| Freya Appleton#29 | 14 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 0.57 |
| Anna Ward#90 | 14 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0.29 |
| Mia Bradshaw#27 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.23 |
| Ava Crumbie#95 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.15 |
| Hannah Watson#31 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.15 |
| India Bryan#14LOAN | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.67 |
| Alyssia Roberts#59 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Billingham Stars are in solid form, earning 11 points from their last 6 games (61% of available points). Their 3-2-1 (W-D-L) record shows a tendency to share points, with 2 draws reflecting competitive but inconclusive performances.
An impressive 5-game unbeaten run showcases resilience and consistency. While not all victories, avoiding defeat for this stretch is commendable. However, there are signs of a dip with fewer points earned recently compared to earlier matches. Halting this decline before it becomes a pattern is important.
Offensively, the team is potent with 23 goals scored (3.8 per game). This healthy output suggests the attacking players are finding their rhythm and creating chances consistently. Worryingly, goals have dried up in recent fixtures compared to earlier in this run.
The defense has been respectable, allowing 12 goals at 2.0 per game. While there's always room for improvement, this is a solid foundation. The impressive +11 goal difference reflects overall dominance in recent matches.
Interestingly, the team has been stronger on the road with 2 wins from 3 away games compared to 1 from 3 at home. Finding ways to replicate that away form in front of home fans would boost results.
In goal, Isabelle Groves has been exceptional with a 100.0% save percentage and 0.00 goals against average across 1 appearances. This elite netminding has been crucial to the team's results, with 3 saves from 3 shots faced.
Most recently, a 1-1 draw with Leeds Junior Knights saw points shared. Notably, 2 emphatic wins by 3+ goals show the team can be dominant on their day.
Billingham Stars currently sit in 6th place with 14 points from 14 games played. They are projected to maintain their current position through the remaining 2 games, finishing with approximately 17 points.
With a solid form rating of 72/100, the team is performing well. Their recent success is driven by strong attacking output (5.9 goals/game) and adequate defending (2.4 conceded/game). There are signs of a dip in form, with fewer points being picked up in recent games.
Performance has been consistent regardless of venue: 3-2-1 at home and 3-4-1 away.
The projected finish range of 3rd to 6th reflects the uncertainty in any prediction. With 2 games remaining, there's still meaningful movement possible in either direction.
Overall, the outlook is positive. Key strengths like excellent current form and high-scoring offense provide a solid foundation for the run-in.
| Metric | This Season | Last Season | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Position | 6 | — | — |
| Points | 14 | — | — |
| Wins | 6 | — | — |
| GF | 71 | — | — |
| GD | 13 | — | — |
Whitley have been the form side recently and will look to continue their good run against Billingham, who have found wins harder to come by.
Whitley boast the stronger attack this season, averaging 14.3 goals per game compared to Billingham's 5.1. That firepower could prove decisive if they find their rhythm early.
Defensively, Whitley have been more solid, conceding 0.5 goals per game. Billingham will need to tighten up at the back, having let in 4.1 on average.
Whitley carry momentum into this one with 14 wins from 14 games (100% win rate). Billingham will be hoping to turn their form around.
The league table tells its own story - Whitley sit top of the table while Billingham find themselves in 6th. That 5 place gap will add extra motivation for the visitors to make a statement.
Whitley's goal difference of +193 highlights their overall dominance this season.
Based on the numbers, Whitley look well-placed to take all three points here. Billingham will need to be at their best to prevent what could be a comfortable home victory.
| Annie Knox#44 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Audrey Gu#25 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Elishia Mann#96 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Emma-Louise English#7 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Isabelle Groves#1 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Mabel Rennison#14 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Nyla Richardson#58 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Olivia Hovvels#37 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
