Sheffield u14a Lasers pushed Whitley Bay Mohawks all the way in a hard-fought 5-6 contest away, showing great character despite the narrow defeat. After a challenging 1-2 first period, the team showed resilience and never stopped working, gaining valuable match experience.
Avery Cadman-Moore led the attack with two well-taken goals, showing excellent composure in front of goal. Jenson Dunwell, Zach Fairweather and Ronnie White also got on the scoresheet to round off the scoring.
The playmaking was spread across the team, with Bailey Spivey, Cody Price, Jenson Dunwell all recording assists.
The team will take the positives from this performance and come back stronger in their next outing.
Solihull and Sheffield are separated by just 1 place in the table, making this a genuine six-pointer for both teams.
Solihull boast the stronger attack this season, averaging 6.2 goals per game compared to Sheffield's 4.9. That firepower could prove decisive if they find their rhythm early.
Both defenses have been similarly tested this season, each conceding around 2.2 goals per game.
Solihull carry momentum into this one with 12 wins from 16 games (75% win rate). Sheffield will be hoping to turn their form around.
Solihull's goal difference of +64 highlights their overall dominance this season.
| Player | GP | G | A | P | P/GP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louis Oates#61 | 13 | 19 | 11 | 30 | 2.31 |
| Daniel Grzesiakowski#64 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 28 | 2.00 |
| Bradley Law#15 | 15 | 10 | 10 | 20 | 1.33 |
| Jenson Dunwell#63DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 14 | 10 | 5 | 15 | 1.07 |
| Cody Price#47 | 16 | 3 | 8 | 11 | 0.69 |
| Zach Fairweather#78 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 0.63 |
| Avery Cadman-Moore#42 | 16 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 0.38 |
| Dylan Keightley#97 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 0.38 |
| Harry Clark#81 | 13 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
Sheffield u14a Lasers have had mixed results recently, picking up 10 points from 6 games - 56% of the maximum available. Their 3-1-2 (W-D-L) record shows a balanced run of results.
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 5.2 goals per game with 31 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 16 goals conceded (2.7 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 +15 goal difference reflects overall dominance in recent matches.
Home ice has been a fortress - 3 wins from 4 home games versus just 0 wins from 2 road trips. Making the most of home advantage will be crucial going forward.
Jacoby Robinson has been a reliable presence between the pipes, posting a 88.2% save percentage and 3.56 GAA. With 3 wins from 8 games, the goaltending has been a strength.
Most recently, a 5-6 defeat to Whitley Bay Mohawks was a narrow setback that could have gone either way. Notably, 2 emphatic wins by 3+ goals show the team can be dominant on their day.
Sheffield u14a Lasers currently sit in 4th place with 27 points from 16 games played. They are projected to maintain their current position through the remaining 2 games, finishing with approximately 30 points.
With a solid form rating of 65/100, the team is performing well. Their recent success is driven by strong attacking output (6 goals/game) and adequate defending (2.2 conceded/game).
Performance has been consistent regardless of venue: 5-3-1 at home and 3-2-2 away. Only 0% of remaining games are at home, making the run-in tougher.
The projected finish range of 4th to 5th 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 good recent form and high-scoring offense provide a solid foundation for the run-in.
| Metric | This Season | Last Season | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Position | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Points | 27 | 22 | +5 |
| Wins | 8 | 10 | -2 |
| GF | 78 | 84 | -8 |
| GD | 36 | 44 | -8 |
The stats give Sheffield a slight edge, but Solihull certainly have the quality to cause problems. This could easily go down to the final minutes.
| 0.38 |
| Bailey Spivey#29DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 11 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0.27 |
| Alfie Morgan#26 | 15 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.13 |
| Chester Lowe#11UP · U12 NORTH 1DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 12 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.17 |
| Ethan Widdowson#14DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.33 |
| Jenson Else#12DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 7 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.29 |
| Ronnie White#98 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.13 |
| Daniil Kruks#8UP · U12 NORTH 1DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.33 |
| Harry-John Orwin#50UP · U12 NORTH 1DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 13 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.08 |
| Jack Woodhead#52DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.50 |
| Lyla-Jaye SmithUP · U12 NORTH 1DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 14 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.07 |
| William Boyes#7 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.06 |
| Carter Spivey#35DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Gleb Sencenco#88LOAN | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Jack Curnock Waddington#86DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Jacoby Robinson#60 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Joel Revill#1UP · U12 NORTH 1DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Lyla-Jaye Smith#18DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Oliver Benwell#62DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Reece Comley#3DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Tyler Kirkby#30UP · U12 NORTH 1DIV · U14 NORTH 2 EAST | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
