Two big wins for Under 16 Team Jets against Taunton and Penzance

In their first match Under 16 Team Jets faced Taunton. It was an even start to the match with a few errors allowing Taunton to capitalise early on. With an even score line however Team Jets settled and with unanswered goals, were leading 12 v 6 just a few minutes later. With an increasing number of tips and interceptions WD Kiah Kuppe and C Gabby Scott pushed the score to 33 v 14 by half time, with Jets denying the opposition much opportunity to reach their shooting circle. With Nicole Hamilton coming on at WA and Brody Morris at GS Jets extended their lead to 53 v 20; Morris showing great accuracy (87%). In the final quarter Jets never took their foot off the gas, GK Natasha Searson and GD Molly Carre linked well as a defensive unit, claiming a large number of tips and interceptions which earnt Carre the POM honours. Final score 65 v 29.
 
In their second game of the day Jets faced Penzance and again took a little time to settle, however with a 100% shooting record, Captain Sophie Harvey steered her team to a first quarter lead of 19 v 11, scoring 15 herself. C Kirsty Ludlum showed great development, setting the pace of the games and gaining turnovers across the court. Her hard work meant Penzance were restricted to a 4 goal quarter meaning a half time score of 37 v 15. 
 
After a positive team talk, Jets came out strongly showing great attacking prowess to capitalise on forced errors and preventing Penzance from scoring in the first 5 minutes of the half. Maddie Fitzgerald-Wilkins at WA provided a key link to the circle with dynamic movement. Scoring 16 out of 20, GA Lily Jones ensured Jets extended a now large 3rd quarter lead to 59 v 19. With the final score at 73 v 25, Captain Sophie Harvey gained the POM award for her accurate shooting and strong performance in attack. 
 
After the matches Head Coach Chrissy Bannerman said “I am delighted with the Team performances today. The girls have shown greater consistency, increasing their flow of play and applying pressure throughout the court.”

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Under 16 Team Jets who travelled this weekend to play Taunton and Penzance:
 
Brody Morris
Gabby Scott
Kiah Kuppe (Vice-Captain)
Kirsty Ludlam
Lily Jones
Maddie Fitzgerald-Wilkins
Molly Carre (Vice-Captain)
Natacha Searson
Nicole Hamilton
Sophie Harvey (Captain)
 
Coaches: Chrissy Bannerman and Taryn Perkins
Umpire: Amie Le Beuvant
Scorer: Ella Vieira

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