Sheffield u12b Lightning delivered a dominant performance away against Nottingham, cruising to an emphatic 8-1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver Archer#82 | 2 | 0 | 24 | 24 | 12.00 |
| Dominik Kruks#39DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 13 | 21 | 2 | 23 | 1.77 |
| Jack Higham#58 | 10 | 10 | 4 | 14 | 1.40 |
| Calum Bonnes#91 | 12 | 1 | 8 | 9 | 0.75 |
| Noah Searson#90DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 13 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 0.62 |
| Henry Fletcher#96DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 0.46 |
| Ollie Comley#63DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 14 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0.36 |
| Jack Keightley#48 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0.29 |
| Joseph Armitage |
Sheffield u12b Lightning are in solid form, earning 13 points from their last 6 games (72% of available points). Their 4-1-1 (W-D-L) record shows a winning mentality with 4 victories in this stretch.
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.
The attack has been devastating, averaging 7.2 goals per game with 43 total goals in 6 matches. This level of firepower puts immense pressure on opponents and provides a cushion for the defense. Worryingly, goals have dried up in recent fixtures compared to earlier in this run.
There's work to do defensively with 15 goals conceded (2.5 per game). Tightening up at the back would take pressure off the attack and lead to more comfortable results. Concerningly, more goals have been shipped recently, suggesting concentration or fatigue issues. The impressive +28 goal difference reflects overall dominance in recent matches.
Performance has been fairly consistent regardless of venue - 2 wins from 3 at home and 2 from 3 on the road.
In goal, Tobias Mangnall 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 11 saves from 11 shots faced.
Most recently, a 8-1 victory over Nottingham was a dominant display. Notably, 3 emphatic wins by 3+ goals show the team can be dominant on their day.
Sheffield u12b Lightning currently sit in 2nd place with 37 points from 15 games played. They are projected to maintain their current position through the remaining 1 games, finishing with approximately 40 points.
The team is in outstanding form with a rating of 80/100. This exceptional run has been built on strong attacking output (7.2 goals/game) and defensive vulnerabilities (2.7 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: 7-0-1 at home and 5-2-0 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 2nd 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 | 2 | 0 |
| Points | 37 | 27 | +10 |
| Wins | 12 | 13 | -1 |
| GF | 121 | 97 | +40 |
| GD | 88 | 48 | +40 |
Sheffield will be heavy favourites when they face Lancashire, but league position doesn't always tell the full story. Lancashire will be hoping to spring a surprise.
Sheffield boast the stronger attack this season, averaging 8.1 goals per game compared to Lancashire's 1.6. That firepower could prove decisive if they find their rhythm early.
Defensively, Sheffield have been more solid, conceding 2.2 goals per game. Lancashire will need to tighten up at the back, having let in 10.9 on average.
Sheffield carry momentum into this one with 12 wins from 15 games (80% win rate). Lancashire will be hoping to turn their form around.
The league table tells its own story - Sheffield sit 2nd while Lancashire find themselves in 8th. That 6 place gap will add extra motivation for the visitors to make a statement.
Sheffield's goal difference of +88 highlights their overall dominance this season.
Based on the numbers, Sheffield look well-placed to take all three points here. Lancashire will need to be at their best to prevent what could be a comfortable home victory.
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| 3 |
| 1 |
| 4 |
| 0.50 |
| Obie Gill#6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 2.00 |
| Daniel Bint#95DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0.23 |
| Rex Walker#70DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0.30 |
| Parker Beecham#22 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.17 |
| Ronnie Bagshaw#5DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.15 |
| James Bint#68DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.07 |
| Katelyn Colquitt-Gould#10 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.11 |
| Leo Bartrop#80 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.08 |
| Alfred Matthews#45 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Eddison Bridges#9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Evelyn Thompson#75 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Joel Revill#1DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Joshua Green#49 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Teddy Crossley#38DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Tobias Mangnall#32DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Tudor Ursa#88DIV · U12 NORTH 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Vincent Colmer#16 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
