Cup Finals 2025

Rother League

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Under 10's


On behalf of my fellow League officers, may I extend a very warm welcome to all players, managers and supporters attending today’s League Cup Finals. I sincerely hope that everyone enjoys the occasion, and that – win or lose – you all leave after today’s match with good memories of an enjoyable and entertaining game. 

 I would like to congratulate both teams on reaching today’s final. For some this may well be the first, and possibly the only, final they appear in during their football careers. I hope that the players enjoy the excitement of the occasion and look back afterwards with pride at their performance. 

It would be remiss of me not to take this opportunity to thank our match officials and congratulate them on their appointment to today’s match. As a league, we are extremely grateful to all the referees who officiate at our matches throughout the season. Without them the League would not be able to run as it does. Sadly, there are often insufficient “black-shirts” to cover all the matches taking place each weekend., so if anyone here today would like to know a little more about becoming a qualified referee, please do read the article later in this program. 

 Rother League has signed up to the Football Association’s “RESPECT” campaign. Loyally accepting the decisions of the match officials is a key element of this campaign. I do understand that this is not always the easiest of things to do. Football is a passionate and emotive sport, but life is all about learning that things do not always go the way we choose. I trust everyone here today will be appropriately ‘respectful’.   

So, please enjoy the match and encourage all players. Cheer the winners, applaud the runners-ups,  
Finally, a big thankyou to our league sponsors Forestheath Engineering LTD 
Have a safe journey home. 

Zak Overfield
Chairman
Rother Youth Football League

I hope this Programme commemorating the final of this season’s Under 10 Jack Payne Memorial Cup competition is a nice keepsake for you to treasure in years to come. Fingers crossed that the weather, for today at least, stays fine!
I would like to take this opportunity to recognise and thank everyone connected with Westfield FC for providing the facilities here today. I’m sure that the surroundings, together with the support of the crowd, will lead to all the players having a day to remember and treasure. After all, that is really all that matters.

I’d also like to give my wholehearted congratulations to both AS Eastbourne U10 and Hailsham Town U10 Stringers on getting through to today’s final. 

Cup football, at all levels of the game, is often more exciting simply because of the ‘sudden death’ element. A team can afford to slip up once or twice over the course of the season when playing for its league place, but you obviously don’t have that luxury in a knockout tournament competition format. However, the Rother League prides itself on being regarded as a sporting League, where the F in Football stands for FUN! Today, although there are trophies at stake, I trust that this philosophy will continue to be maintained by everyone here.

These occasions should never pass without a huge vote of thanks to those who have made this Cup Final possible. I’d like to say a big ‘thank you’ to the Match Referee and Assistants, who turn up, week in and week out, often suffering torrents of rain (and even, sadly, occasional abuse). They are the unsung heroes of youth football, and I trust you will all show your gratitude to them at the end of the match and your respect for them during the game.

Thanks also go to the various Committee members who run the League and give up large chunks of their personal time (without pay!) to ensure there is a local Youth League to take part in every weekend and Cups to compete for.

Finally, my thanks go to you, the players, parents, supporters, managers and other Club Officials who make all this possible. I do hope that, whatever the result, you enjoy your special day and that the game is played in the spirit in which it is intended.  


Nigel Morris
League Secretary

Today’s game…

We will be playing 25 minutes each way today, and obviously there must be a winner as it is a Cup Final.

So if the score at the end of normal time is level, extra time of 5 minutes each way will be played.

If the match is still level at the end of extra time then the outcome will be decided by the taking of penalty kicks, in accordance with the Laws of the game.

At the end of the game the match officials will receive a small memento to thank them for their efforts. Trophies are then given out to the runners-up, followed by the winners.

Substitutions…

The Rules of the Rother Youth Football League allow for ‘roll-on, roll-off’ substitutions. This means that a player who has been substituted becomes a substitute himself and can come back on again at a later stage in the game. 

The road to Wembley…(kind of!)


Quarter Finals
AS Eastbourne U10 v SC Pass Move U10 White
Hailsham Town U10 Stringers v Little Common U10


Semi Finals
Rye Bay U10 v AS Eastbourne U10
Willingdon Athletic Youth U10 Green v Hailsham Town U10 Stringers

Home Team

Meet the players...

AS Eastbourne U10

Aidian Wai
Aidan has one of the best attitudes we have ever encountered. Well-mannered and respectful, he is always willing to help his coaches and teammates. Over the past season, Aidan has made impressive strides as a defender. His hard work and dedication have transformed him into a talented and reliable player. With his strong decision-making and ability to read the game, we look forward to his continued growth.

Ezekiel Jarvis
Ezekiel is a technically gifted and versatile player. His exceptional skills allow him to adapt to various playing styles and tactics, making him a valuable asset to the team. He dedicates a significant amount of time and effort in both training sessions and during games, consistently pushing himself to improve. His desire to succeed drives him to always give his best performance.

James Oakey
James has shown impressive development over the past season. He has not only improved his physical strength significantly, but he has also become an outstanding defender. His ability to anticipate plays, tackle effectively, and support his teammates has made him a key player in our defence.

Ting Ting Wang
Ting Ting has become an excellent goalkeeper. He often plays outfield, which has enhanced his footwork and distribution. His game awareness allows him to make quick decisions. He is an outstanding shot-stopper, making crucial saves that help his team succeed.

William Lawrence
William is a versatile athlete with a wide range of skills! On the football pitch, he excels not only in his speed and agility but also in his strategic thinking, which helps him navigate the game effectively. He is a very valuable member of the squad.

Musa Syed
Musa is a talented player with an exceptional left foot and impressive natural balance. He can effectively play anywhere down the left-hand side. Since joining us, he has shown significant improvement, making him a valuable asset to the team.

James Hamilton
James has impressive speed and agility, making him a valuable asset on the pitch. He is very direct in his play and eager to learn. He has shown significant improvement in a short time. His dedication to refining his skills positions him as a promising player.

George Clifford
George is an all-around midfielder known for his physical strength and tactical awareness. With his exceptional work rate and ability to read the game, he serves as a key player to the squad.

Toby Bennett
Toby is an exceptionally athletic centre forward known for his speed and agility on the pitch. His quick movements allow him to evade defenders, and his sharp instincts help him find the perfect opportunities to score goals.

Timur Turan
Timur is the newest member of our team. Since joining, he has quickly adapted and is making progress. His positive attitude and eagerness to learn are evident, and we look forward to seeing his continued growth and contributions.

Elliott Smith
Elliott is playing up a year but his physical strength and technical skill make him a key player. He has a keen eye for goal and can create scoring opportunities for his teammates. His positive attitude and strong work ethic make him a valuable asset.




A word from the gaffer...

What a fantastic season it has been! We have truly witnessed the players develop and grow together as a team, which has been a delight to watch.

The younger age groups are non-competitive, so it's always wonderful to have a successful cup run and enjoy a special day out at the end of the season. We are incredibly proud of each and every one of the U10 players this season. They have worked hard, and their efforts have definitely paid off.

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to both the parents and the players for their continued support and dedication to training and matches. We couldn't do this without you!

Anthony Storey

AS Eastbourne U10

TEAM COLOURS:
Royal Blue / Royal Blue

CUP FINAL SQUAD:
Aidian Wai
Ezekiel Jarvis
James Oakey
Ting Ting Wang
William Lawrence
Musa Syed
James Hamilton
George Clifford
Toby Bennett
Timur Turan
Elliott Smith

TEAM MANAGERS:
Anthony Storey

Away Team

Meet the players...

Hailsham Town U10 Stringers

1. Freddie Heath
Has been our dedicated goalie for a few seasons now and is showing great signs of being a fantastic all round goalkeeper, great shot stopper!

4. Magnus Martin
A very strong defender with a great passing range. Also likes to get forward when he can and possesses one hell of a strike!

5. Emily Brazil
A real fan favourite after winning the spectators award last season, Emily has great technical ability but also loves to get stuck in as well.

6. Farrell Reardon-Tulley
A solid defender who loves to drive forward with the ball, a great reader of the game and positions himself to steal the ball back from the opposition.

7. Oscar Cruttenden
A worthy winner of last season's managers Player of the Year award, Oscar is a fantastic player with great ability. Expect to see flair and some goal bound efforts bending into the top bins!

8. Toby Kent
Hailsham Town's very own Mr Duracell Bunny, Toby gives 110% every single time he steps onto the pitch. He has a great desire to win the ball back and drive down the wing!

10. Harrison Keith
Mr Dynamo, club Captain, and is a natural leader both on and off the pitch. You can’t fault his work rate both in matches and training. Loves breaking up play and driving forward looking for a through ball or a strike from outside the box with either foot.

11. Vinny Blackman
Vinny is one of our new players this season and has hit the ground running since first putting on the Hailsham Town Youth shirt. He’s been in unbelievable form in front of goal and I'm going to need a calculator to add up his goal tally at the end of the season.

12. Ernie Phillips
Has a wand of a left foot! He can play on the wings or as a striker, loves to drive with the ball at pace to either whip a ball in the box or drive to goal to get a strike away.

14. Hugo Simpson
A versatile player who has the ability to play in defence or on the wing, Hugo has been in great form this season and is strong in the tackle but can also whip an excellent cross in with pin point accuracy.

15. Buddy Attrell
Another new player to Hailsham Town Youth this season, Buddy is a fantastic character within the group. He has superb technical skills but isn’t afraid to get stuck into the challenges or a long range strike at goal.



A word from the gaffer...

“This season has been fantastic. We have seen the players develop week after week, improving all the time and growing together as a team. They have continued to get better and better as the season has progressed. It has been a delight to watch. They are a fantastic group to coach and always give a 110% either at training or on match day. The thing I love most about this team is that they never know when they are beaten and give absolutely everything right up until the final whistle!

We would like to say a big thank you to Ben Cruttenden at CR Construction, Lee Simpson at Choice Vehicle Rentals, and Vinny Blackman at On Top Scaffolding LTD. Last but not least we would like to thank the parents and the players for their continued support and dedication towards training and matches. We could not do this without you.”

Dean Keith
Manager, Hailsham Town Youth Stringers



Hailsham Town Youth Stringers


TEAM COLOURS:
Yellow / Green

CUP FINAL SQUAD:
1. Freddie Heath
4. Magnus Martin
5. Emily Brazil
6. Farrell Reardon-Tulley
7. Oscar Cruttenden
8. Toby Kent
10. Harrison Keith (C)
11. Vinny Blackman
12. Ernie Phillips
14. Hugo Simpson
15. Buddy Attrell


TEAM MANAGERS:
Dean Keith, Jon Melia

Forestheath Engineering

Proud Sponsors of the
Rother Youth Football League!

ROTHER YOUTH FOOTBALL LEAGUE
Would like to thank
BEXHILL UNITED FOOTBALL YOUTH
&
ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL
For allowing us to have the use of Polgrove for
our cup finals without charge



LOCAL LEAGUE FOOTBALL

Next season, why not follow your local
‘Ryman League South Division’ and
‘Southern Combination Football League’ Football Clubs?

Details of the Clubs and their fixtures can be
found in the local press

Eastbourne Town Football Club
EASTBOURNE TOWN
FOOTBALL CLUB

The Saffrons, Eastbourne

Bexhill United Football club
BEXHILL UNITED
FOOTBALL CLUB

The Polegrove, Bexhill-on-Sea

HASTINGS UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB
HASTINGS UNITED
FOOTBALL CLUB

The Pilot Field, Hastings

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