Mini Warriors delivered a dominant performance away against Cambridge Grizzlies, cruising to an emphatic 10-0 victory. A strong third period performance, where they outscored the opposition 7-0, proved decisive in determining the outcome.
Kieran Rigley stole the show with a sensational hat-trick, proving unstoppable in front of goal throughout the match. Harris Bone (3), Ellis Clements (2), Reuben Smith and Emily Calder also found the net to complete the scoring.
Harris Bone was instrumental in the build-up play, racking up 3 assists and creating chance after chance.
Overall, a positive result that will give the team confidence heading into their next fixture.
| Player | GP | G | A | P | P/GP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Bone#51DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 13 | 10 | 7 | 17 | 1.31 |
| Matyas Prucha#83DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 15 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 0.80 |
| Reuben Smith#4DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 15 | 11 | 1 | 12 | 0.80 |
| Ellis Clements#39DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 15 | 7 | 2 | 9 | 0.60 |
| Lewis Caws-Clark#94DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 16 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 0.50 |
| Mason Brown#24DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 12 | 7 | 1 | 8 | 0.67 |
| Sonny Davis#23DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 14 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 0.50 |
| Kieran Rigley#6DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 7 | 5 |
Mini Warriors are in solid form, earning 12 points from their last 6 games (67% of available points). Their 3-3-0 (W-D-L) record shows a tendency to share points, with 3 draws reflecting competitive but inconclusive performances.
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 4.8 goals per game with 29 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 been respectable, allowing 10 goals at 1.7 per game. While there's always room for improvement, this is a solid foundation. Positively, fewer goals have been conceded recently, indicating improved defensive organization. The impressive +19 goal difference reflects overall dominance in recent matches.
Interestingly, the team has been stronger on the road with 3 wins from 5 away games compared to 0 from 1 at home. Finding ways to replicate that away form in front of home fans would boost results.
In goal, Michael Romok has been exceptional with a 95.7% save percentage and 1.04 goals against average across 5 appearances. This elite netminding has been crucial to the team's results, with 110 saves from 115 shots faced.
Most recently, a 10-0 victory over Cambridge Grizzlies was a dominant display. Notably, 2 emphatic wins by 3+ goals show the team can be dominant on their day.
Mini Warriors currently sit in 2nd place with 33 points from 16 games played. They are projected to maintain their current position through the remaining 2 games, finishing with approximately 36 points.
With a solid form rating of 75/100, the team is performing well. Their recent success is driven by strong attacking output (4.8 goals/game) and adequate defending (2.1 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: 5-2-1 at home and 5-1-2 away. The remaining schedule is tough, with opponents averaging above the league mean.
The projected finish range of 1st to 2nd reflects the uncertainty in any prediction. This narrow range suggests a relatively predictable finish, though close competition means every point will matter.
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 | 2 | 6 | +4 |
| Points | 33 | 8 | +25 |
| Wins | 10 | 4 | +6 |
| GF | 80 | 48 | +71 |
| GD | 39 | -32 | +71 |
A clash between two of the league's best as Mini welcome Romford. Both sides have been in impressive form and will be targeting all three points in this top of the table showdown.
Romford boast the stronger attack this season, averaging 6.1 goals per game compared to Mini's 5.0. That firepower could prove decisive if they find their rhythm early.
Both defenses have been similarly tested this season, each conceding around 2.6 goals per game.
Form-wise, both teams have been fairly evenly matched with similar win rates this season.
Romford's goal difference of +58 highlights their overall dominance this season.
With little separating these sides across the key metrics, this one looks set to be decided by fine margins. A share of the points wouldn't surprise anyone.
| 1 |
| 6 |
| 0.86 |
| Oskar Whiting#29DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 15 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 0.40 |
| Luis Muley#15DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.43 |
| Ronnie Ferrier#2DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.75 |
| Emily Calder#86 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.22 |
| Jackson Clarke#71 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.22 |
| Jackson Wright#3DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.13 |
| Oliver Rigley#98DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.29 |
| Leon Brown#66 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.08 |
| Andre Murray-Hosford#97 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Arthur Gooday#96 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Felicity Blyth#18DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Henry Howlett#88DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| James Calder#70 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Kairi Brown#42DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Leonardo Di Prodi#11DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Lola Basing#1DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Michael Romok#68DIV · U12 SOUTH 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Penelope Hill#55 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Sam Dippnall#31 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Violet Davey-Smith#54 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
