Nottingham delivered a dominant performance home against Lancashire Lightning, cruising to an emphatic 12-0 victory. A cagey first period saw neither side find the breakthrough, but the team grew into the game and eventually found their rhythm.
Overall, a positive result that will give the team confidence heading into their next fixture.
| Player | GP | G | A | P | P/GP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Morgan#79DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0.25 |
| Francis Jackson-Barradale#6DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.22 |
| George Feuz#76 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.17 |
| Henry Wallace#88 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.17 |
| James Morton#55 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.22 |
| Charlie Searson#49DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.13 |
| Kasper Grimbley#66DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.08 |
| Mia Dance#15DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.10 |
Nottingham are struggling for form, managing just 3 points from their last 6 games (17% of available points). Their 1-0-5 (W-D-L) record shows difficulties picking up results, with 5 defeats outweighing the 1 wins.
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 reasonably productive with 17 goals at 2.8 per game. There's room for improvement, but the team is creating and converting chances. Encouragingly, scoring has improved in recent games, suggesting the forwards are finding their shooting boots.
The defense has leaked 51 goals at an alarming 8.5 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 -34 goal difference underlines the need for improvement at both ends.
Home ice has been a fortress - 1 wins from 2 home games versus just 0 wins from 4 road trips. Making the most of home advantage will be crucial going forward.
Henry Haywood holds a 74.5% save percentage with 10.00 GAA. The goaltending has been adequate, though the team may need more consistency from this position.
Most recently, a 12-0 victory over Lancashire Lightning was a dominant display. However, 5 heavy defeats by 3+ goals are concerning and suggest the team can struggle when things go wrong.
Nottingham currently sit in 9th place with 3 points from 14 games played. They are projected to maintain their current position through the remaining 2 games, finishing with approximately 4 points.
The concerning form rating of 14/100 reflects difficult recent results. Contributing factors are strong attacking output (3.3 goals/game) and defensive vulnerabilities (9.1 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: 1-5-0 at home and 0-8-0 away. The remaining schedule is tough, with opponents averaging above the league mean. 100% of remaining games are at home, which should help.
The projected finish range of 8th 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 requires attention. Issues such as poor current form and defensive struggles need to be addressed for results to improve.
| Metric | This Season | Last Season | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Position | 9 | 7 | -2 |
| Points | 3 | 10 | -7 |
| Wins | 1 | 5 | -4 |
| GF | 35 | 47 | -64 |
| GD | -104 | -40 | -64 |
Telford will be heavy favourites when they face Nottingham, but league position doesn't always tell the full story. Nottingham will be hoping to spring a surprise.
Telford boast the stronger attack this season, averaging 10.1 goals per game compared to Nottingham's 2.5. That firepower could prove decisive if they find their rhythm early.
Defensively, Telford have been more solid, conceding 2.0 goals per game. Nottingham will need to tighten up at the back, having let in 9.9 on average.
Telford carry momentum into this one with 12 wins from 14 games (86% win rate). Nottingham will be hoping to turn their form around.
The league table tells its own story - Telford sit top of the table while Nottingham find themselves in 9th. That 8 place gap will add extra motivation for the visitors to make a statement.
Telford's goal difference of +113 highlights their overall dominance this season.
Based on the numbers, Telford look well-placed to take all three points here. Nottingham will need to be at their best to prevent what could be a comfortable home victory.
| Ozzie Williams#78DIV · U12 NORTH 1 |
| 9 |
| 1 |
| 0 |
| 1 |
| 0.11 |
| Sean Cawthan#37DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.11 |
| Stephan Korposh#17DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.08 |
| Alarna Lees#19 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Alfie Bateson#88 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Alice Hargreaves#92DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Caleb Cummings#13DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Charlie Morgan-Hallam#27DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Elijah Fountain#29DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Finlay Johnson#22DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Franky Mann#4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Hannah FisherDIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Henry Haywood#9DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Mason Clarke#11DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Mason Harrison#41DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Rafe Smith#39DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Reggie Bliss#10DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Theodore Wightman#68DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Tristan Tuuling#75DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
