Bradford Bulldogs u12's delivered a dominant performance away against Manchester Storm Academy, cruising to an emphatic 8-2 victory. The team controlled proceedings from start to finish, dominating all three periods in a comprehensive display.
Oscar Graham and Robson Bagott and Max Wainwright each bagged a brace in a clinical team performance, showcasing the depth of firepower available. Oliver Hill and Evan Bulmer also got on the scoresheet to round off the scoring.
The playmaking was spread across the team, with Teddy Barnett, Oscar Graham, Teddy Holland all recording assists.
Overall, a positive result that will give the team confidence heading into their next fixture.
| Player | GP | G | A | P | P/GP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robson Bagott#37DIV · U12 NORTH 2 | 16 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 0.44 |
| Alexander Szwajcar#24 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 0.43 |
| Evan Bulmer#97 | 17 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0.29 |
| Max Wainwright#75 | 16 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0.25 |
| Oscar Graham#4 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0.27 |
| Stephen Abdy#88 | 16 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0.25 |
| Teddy Barnett#2DIV · U12 NORTH 2 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.18 |
| Oliver Toney#36 | 15 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.13 |
| Finley Mardell#22 | 12 | 1 | 0 |
Bradford Bulldogs u12's are struggling for form, managing just 6 points from their last 6 games (33% of available points). Their 2-0-4 (W-D-L) record shows difficulties picking up results, with 4 defeats outweighing the 2 wins.
The team has won their last 2 matches, building positive momentum heading into upcoming fixtures. Results are trending upward, with more points coming in recent games compared to earlier in this period. This improving trajectory is an encouraging sign.
The attack has been devastating, averaging 4.7 goals per game with 28 total goals in 6 matches. This level of firepower puts immense pressure on opponents and provides a cushion for the defense. Encouragingly, scoring has improved in recent games, suggesting the forwards are finding their shooting boots.
The defense has leaked 40 goals at an alarming 6.7 per game. This vulnerability is putting enormous pressure on the attack to outscore opponents, which isn't sustainable long-term. Positively, fewer goals have been conceded recently, indicating improved defensive organization. The concerning -12 goal difference underlines the need for improvement at both ends.
Performance has been fairly consistent regardless of venue - 1 wins from 2 at home and 1 from 4 on the road.
Parker Livingstone has been solid in goal with a 82.6% save percentage and 4.75 GAA across 4 games. While there's room for improvement, the goaltending has been respectable.
Most recently, a 8-2 victory over Manchester Storm Academy was a dominant display. Notably, 2 emphatic wins by 3+ goals show the team can be dominant on their day.
Bradford Bulldogs u12's currently sit in 9th place with 6 points from 17 games played. They are projected to maintain their current position through the remaining 1 games, finishing with approximately 7 points.
The concerning form rating of 26/100 reflects difficult recent results. Contributing factors are strong attacking output (3.4 goals/game) and defensive vulnerabilities (8 conceded/game). Encouragingly, results are trending upward with more points earned in recent fixtures compared to earlier in the season.
Performance has been consistent regardless of venue: 1-8-0 at home and 1-7-0 away. The remaining schedule looks favourable, with opponents averaging below the league mean. Only 0% of remaining games are at home, making the run-in tougher.
The projected finish range of 9th to 9th reflects the uncertainty in any prediction. This narrow range suggests a relatively predictable finish, though close competition means every point will matter.
The outlook is neutral - there's potential for improvement, but also room for caution. Maintaining solid attacking output while addressing poor current form will be key.
| Metric | This Season | Last Season | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Position | 9 | 8 | -1 |
| Points | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Wins | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| GF | 39 | 33 | -52 |
| GD | -106 | -54 | -52 |
| 1 |
| 0.08 |
| George Clarke#12DIV · U12 NORTH 2 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.06 |
| Jackson Livingstone#8 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.06 |
| Oliver Hill#64 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.13 |
| Teddy Holland#15 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.07 |
| Arnie Evans#31DIV · U12 NORTH 2 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Cory Dunn#1DIV · U12 NORTH 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Denis Sprogis#91 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Edward Harper#65 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Elsie Fowler#78DIV · U12 NORTH 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Frankie Fowler#98DIV · U12 NORTH 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Henry Martin#99 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Jacob Shaw#29 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Max Wood#26 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Parker Livingstone#47DIV · U12 NORTH 2 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Zachary Mayoh#32 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
