Points on the board

Well guys, a baptism of fire but we survived and took a point

For last 20 mins of first half we were completely overrun but somehow limited clear cut chances with our central defenders and Karl doing an excellent job

We did produce the best chance of the first half with Terry unluckly not to hit the target.

In the second half with the wind at our backs we took control with one well taken goal and should really have had a couple more

With about 15 mins left the lions won a corner which was only half cleared and their winger smashed a shot between Jimmy on the post and Karl.

With Den on the sideline making some astute adjustments to shore things up we held out and I think both side were satisfied at the end

Special thanks to Den and Daz for marshalling the line and providing constructive coaching and advice.

On reflection, I think a draw was a fair result. I know it felt like a defeat but that's not a bad thing as it illustrates our hunger and passion for winning as well as our high expectations!!

3 positive points to note
1. Keeper had a stormer and is generally coming for the ball - gives everyone confidence
2. We generally looked fitter than the opposition
3. We were almighty on the counter attack and were dangerous every time (just like the mighty Reds)

3 constructive points to note
1. We must allocate a designated free- taker/goal kicker in the back-line. Far too often we didn't reach our target and put pressure on ourselves
2. We need an agreed strategy/plan for midfield (4,5, diamond???) and we need to stick to this and let the opposition chase us not the other way round!
3. Strikers, head over the ball!!