U14s win first two matches

Under 14 Team Jets travelled away to play North Dorset Lightning and Plymouth Pilgrams in their first games of Division 2 Regional League.
 
In their first game against North Dorset Lightning, Jets came up against a very physical side. This resulted in a shaky start and Jets lead by one goal in the first quarter. The 2nd quarter began, and Jets kept a cool head and began to settle into the game. C and POM Chloe Lagadu set the pace of the match and helped bring Jets into the game with continuous pressure in the centre court. GA Maddie Reynolds worked tirelessly to bring the ball down the court, her drives and positioning in the shooting circle made it difficult for North Dorset defence to deny Jets the goals. Jets finished the 1st half of the game with a 23-11 lead.
 
Some changes were made at half-time to counteract the tall and physical team. Jets hit the ground running. GK Katie Henman continually hassled her player, keeping her away from the post and gaining some fantastic tips. GS Eva-Raine Clark held her space in the circle with North Dorset defence struggling to get around her, her consistent shots helped Jets to pull away and finish the 3rd quarter with a 35-17 lead. With a few more changes to the versatile squad, Jets took to the courts. GS Lottie was quick on her feet, gaining continuous rebounds and converting them to goals. Jets ended the game with a convincing 48-21 win.
 
The following day after a team debrief and a good analysis of the game, the team were feeling positive and determined. Plymouth Pilgrams started strongly taking an early lead. Jets bounced back and contested for every ball resulting in a 6-6 draw after the first quarter. Jets started the second quarter strongly, GD and co-captain Cerys O’Connell and WD Maddy Cameron worked effectively as a defensive unit in the centre, moving the ball down the court and delivering accurate and well-placed feeds into the attacking third. Maddy Cameron was superb on the transerve line, acting as a back-up option. Cerys gained countless interceptions and Jets finished the 2nd quarter with a strong 18-9 lead.
 
The 3rd quarter saw a fantastic performance from GK Helen Blackstone, her versatility in defence and countless tips ensured that Jets regained possession. WA Maddie Gott positioned herself tactically on the circle edge and consistently fed great balls into the shooters. GS Pia Gurner’s fantastic movement both in and out of the circle combined with her consistent shooting helped Jets pull away and finish the 3rd quarter with a staggering 41-12 lead. Pia’s dominance in the shooting circle earned her Player of the Match.
 
The final quarter began and despite being against a tall team, WA Taylor-Mai used her quick pace and good decision making to ensure the balls reached the shooting circle. Despite fatigue setting in, Jets continued to capitalise on missed opportunities and took a fantastic win with the final score 49-20.

Squad:
Cerys O'Connell
Chloe Lagadu
Eva-Raine Clark
Helen Blackstone
Katie Henman
Lottie Howe
Maddie Cameron
Maddie Reynolds
Maddy Gott
Pia Gurner
Taylor Mai Dickson

Coaches: Lauren Mills and Ella Vieira
Scorer: Hannah Godfrey