We will be playing 40 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 10 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.
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.
Quarter Finals
Rye Bay U16 v Hollington United Youth U16 3-2
AFC Varndeanians U16 Red 1-3
Semi Finals
Hollington United Youth U16 v Rye Bay U16 1-3
Hooe U16 v AFC Varndeanians U16 Red 0-9
1. Theo Craig
A brilliant shot stopper and a safe pair of hands. Theo has improved massively with his decision making on when to come and collect.
8. Tom Breen
A holding midfielder who has strength and skill. He doesn’t mind doing the dirty work and getting stuck in. Has a really good attitude towards learning the game.
3. Max Massey
Max has worked hard this season on his all round game and it has paid off for him. Very good positionally and getting better every week.
4. Tyler Bourne
Captain and no nonsense centre back. Refuses to be beaten in a 1v1. Communicates well with his team and is a natural leader.
17. George Payne
Arrived at the club at the start of the season and has been brilliant. Full of energy and always motivating his team mates.
14. Archie Catt
Archie is a beast in midfield, strong and energetic. Loves a tackle and has an eye for a goal.
11. Albert House
Albert covers every blade of grass, his workrate is outstanding. Blessed with natural talent. When Albert plays well the team follows.
12. Max Bado
Max is an athlete. He’s tall, quick and skillful. He controls the tempo of games and dictates the play. A very important player.
10. Alfie Mason
A clinical finisher, and clever striker. He puts pressure on the defenders with his workrate, and is happy to drop deep to get involved.
7. Cody Lacey
Assistant captain. A technically gifted player with blistering pace to burn. Always backs himself in any situation. Goal machine.
9. Jake Leyland
A defender's knightmare. Has outstanding footwork and will drive at opponents as often as possible. Creates lots of chances for team mates from the wing.
15. Eddie Millar
Most improved player this season. He doesn’t complicate things, just plays simple but effective. Has loads of energy and will run all day.
16. Alex Burgess
A versatile player who can pop up with a goal. Gives 100% every time he plays.
2. Ralph Milton
Another versatile player who is just as good on the wing as he is in defence. He’s calm in possession of the ball and will always look to play forwards.
5. Frankie Gall
Frankie will put his body on the line for his team mates. Wears his heart on his sleeve and always gives his best.
6. Harry Sullivan
Harry has good ball mastery skills and has been working hard on speeding up his decision making. Has a great range of passing, but more importantly is a great kid.
What a brilliant season for the u16’s.
Win or lose this final I'm so proud of all of them. They have put in so much hard work to get here and nothing would make me happier than watching them lift the trophy.
I’m sure if the boys play the same way they have all season with energy and confidence that they will finish the game winners.
We would like to say a big thank you to our sponsors Morfeys Removals ltd and Rastrum Rye Wharf. Last but not least we would like to thank the parents and the players for their continued support and dedication towards training and matches.
Toby Bourne
Manager, Rye Bay u16
Rye Bay U16’s
TEAM COLOURS:
GREEN,GREY AND GREY
CUP FINAL SQUAD:
Theo Craig
Thomas Breen
Max Massey
Tyler Bourne (C)
George Payne
Archie Catt
Cody Lacey
Max Bado
Jake Leyland
10. Alfie Mason
11. Albert House
12. Eddie Millar
13. Ralph Milton
14. Harry Sullivan
15. Alex Burgess
16. Frankie Gall
TEAM MANAGERS:
Toby Bourne
1. Henry Boyle - GK
Henry has had a superb season, he's made important saves in key moments and has been very consistent all year and as a result has been called into the U18s a number of times.
2. Diego Garcia
Stepped into CB this season and has made the role his own. Excellent in the air and quality with the ball when playing out from the back.
3. Luca Begg
Centre Back. Team captain and imposing figure at the back, very vocal and a superb influence on the team. The biggest compliment we can pay him is how much we miss him when he isn't there.
4. Noah Wilkie
Full back. Noah has real quality with the ball, very quick feet and very intelligent when faced with one on ones. Versatile, he can play either side and higher up the pitch and you'll often find him marauding into the opposition box.
5. Alex Gray
CDM. Making Alex a dedicated defensive midfielder changed our season. He's a natural winner and has been superb in that role with his positioning and distribution. His positional discipline and passing has allowed others more freedom to play.
6. Harry Brand
CAM. H as he is known has real technical quality, a bit of a maverick at times he can pop up all over the pitch. He scores goals, assists, can help out defensively and that is down to his understanding of the game. He's thrived this season and has become an important part of the men's reserves at the club already scoring double figures in just 4 and a half games.
7. Louie Johnstone
CM. Technically brilliant, his improvement this season has been immense. At his best he sets the tempo, he provides clever link up play with a brilliant passing range. His desire to get forward more this year has seen an impressive tally of goals as well.
8. Harry Tuck
Full back. Very aggressive, committed player. He's been coached by Rob since U7s and has had a brilliant season, even the best wide players have found it difficult against him.
9. Sean Holland.
CAM. A natural finisher and excellent footballing brain, drops in, always available for those around him. Great eye for a pass and a knightmare for Defenders to pick up with his movement.
10. Frankie Prince
Capable of moments of absolute magic on his day, passes and goals that are beyond most players. He is strong and quick and has all of the attributes to cause defenders nightmares when he is on his game.
11. Harvey Byram
A Versatile player. Can play across the midfield and higher up the pitch, plenty of tricks, with quick feet causes opposition constant problems.
12. Jack Lyon
Another who has been coached by Rob since U7s. Very intelligent player who is at his best playing short passes and linking up the play, his clever one and two touch passes allow others to receive the ball early in space.
13. Sidney Wilson
Coached by Steve since U7s. Physically very strong and quick with good feet. His upward trajectory over the last few years has been very impressive to watch and he's becoming more and more consistent. He is causing all sorts of problems for full backs with his strength and speed in both youth and men's football.
14. Essien Tyson
Dynamic wide player, Essie brilliant at receiving the ball in tight spaces and using defenders getting close to him to his advantage. He plays with a lot of energy and a high intensity. He is constantly fouled as that is the only way opponents can deal with him.
15. Marlon Aviles
Livewire forward with an immense work ethic. This is Marlon's first season in the group and he always injects a lot of energy into our performances with his pressing and desire.
“This season has had many ups and downs. Our focus has been on giving the players the right environment to develop, we have been really pleased with the group and the way they have grown throughout the season with some excellent, memorable results along the way, this has seen players get opportunities to play and experience U18 & mens football, all of which is a great experience for the young group. Our football at times has been excellent and a joy to watch and we are very proud of the group and how they have been playing, it’s a big weekend for them with tonight’s cup final and another on Sunday! Come on the V’s!!
We would like to say a big thank you to Mike Brand and Scott Johnston for the help given throughout the season as well as all the parents without them none of this would be possible! Also to AFC Varndeanians, it is our first season with the club and they have provided an excellent environment for the players to develop and grow as footballers.
Rob Lyon & Steven Wilson
Manager’s AFC Varndeanians
AFC Varndeanians U16 Red
TEAM COLOURS:
Red & Black
CUP FINAL SQUAD:
1. Henry Boyle
2. Diego Garcia
3. Luca Begg
4. Noah Wilkie
5. Alex Gray
6. Harry Brand
7. Louie Johnstone
8. Harry Tuck
9. Sean Holland
10. Frankie Prince
11. Harvey Byram
12. Jack Lyon
13. Sidney Wilson
14. Essien Tyson
15. Marlon Aviles
TEAM MANAGERS:
Steven Wilson & Rob Lyon
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