Merry Christmas Exmouth United Under 11s

Our Christmas party was great fun! The food was delicious, the quiz was fantastic and the boys really enjoyed themselves. Thanks to the Cricket Club for providing the venue. Thanks to Julie, Justin and everyone for making it a an enjoyable time. It was brilliant that so many families could come.

The singing and dancing during meant I had to merge multiple pictures to get them all looking in the same direction!

Exmouth United 4-5 Moors Hawks

United started very strongly taking an early lead with a great halfway line effort from Harry KR. Moors equalised with a good header but Exmouth's counter-attacking prowess soon put them back in the lead with a neat goal from Joe G. Another fast moving attack saw Kuba S's cross turned into his own net by a Moors defender and Bryn S added another with an excellent left foot strike from the edge of the box. 

At 4-1 up United looked odds on for the victory but a very impressive second half from the visitors saw them gradually claw their way back into the game. Just before the final whistle their left winger made a superb run past three players before slotting the ball home to claim a 5-4 win. A very good game of football but a real shame for United after starting so promisingly.

Exmouth United 1-2 Pinhoe Spartans

On a blustery December morning, we hosted Pinhoe Spartans who have had an impressive run of results since we beat them in the first match of the season. After an even start to the match two early strikes put the visitors ahead after 15 minutes. As usual, Exmouth kept their heads up and continued to battle hard. Their perseverance was soon rewarded when Bryn S's first time shot from outside the box curled effortlessly into the top corner giving the keeper no chance.

In the second half United made a number of chances. The closest resulted in a goal line clearance from a Jay L shot after he rounded the keeper. However, the Spartans held on for their victory.

Notable contributions were made by Seb H and Jack G in the midfield. Indeed every player put in a solid performance as part of a strong team effort.

Exmouth United 1-0 Sidmouth Warriors

A superb team effort saw Exmouth earn a 1-0 victory over the impressive Sidmouth Warriors. United started strong and took the lead through a deflected Joe G corner early in the first half. The visitors worked their way into the game but Exmouth's organisation, personified by captain Dylan M, limited them to a few long range efforts.

After the interval the Warriors pressed harder and created some excellent shooting chances. An outstanding performance from Goalkeeper Harry KR demonstrated a perfect blend of athleticism and instinct including two phenomenal diving saves. A few Exmouth counter attacks almost extended the lead but in the end one goal was enough to seal a well-earned victory.

Heavitree Youth 1-0 Exmouth United

Exmouth's boys were unlucky not to score in a very close match at Heavitree. On a cold windy Saturday we came up against a good passing side who dominated much of the first half and took their chance when it came to take the lead. The second half began with Kuba S creating a chance by chasing down the opponents to give himself a shooting opportunity. Exmouth applied some excellent pressure and created a number of good chances, including Jack G hitting the post. Apart from an amazing reaction save from Lewis A much of the second half pressure came from United. However, the hosts held on for the win. Exmouth can be pleased with the improvements in keeping their shape and working as a team.

League leaders late surge denies Exmouth the draw

Today we came up against Whipton Youth who have a 100% record this season. Following our defeat against Millwey we set up with a strong defensive formation. This worked well with the visitors being limited to shooting from long range. We broke away and created good chances. At half-time we were up 2-1 after sublime skills and finishing from Joe G and Kuba S.

As the second-half progressed Exmouth continued to hold their shape and keep Whipton at bay. However, the visitors eventually broke through to equalise. With 5 minutes to go it was all even but a clever turn and shot from the Whipton winger put them ahead. United pushed more men up front to chase the equaliser and Whipton exploited the space to grab two more before the final whistle.

An excellent performance left the boys wondering what they need to do to get a point. Afterwards, they can reflect on the improvement over the previous match and know that 5-2 was a very harsh scoreline given the way they had played. Thanks to those Under 10s boys that helped us out from the sub's bench today: Ben, Nat, Harry and the two Finns.

Millwey Rise 8-2 Exmouth United

On a rainy October morning a tough away fixture saw us outsmarted by a skilful and dynamic Millwey side. The home side started very strongly and immediately put us under pressure with their defence-splitting passes. After 25 minutes they were 6-0 up and our boys looked demoralised. However, a counter-attack just before the break led to a Joe G goal that gave Exmouth the boost they needed.

We came out a different side in the second-half and limited Millwey to a handful of opportunities. On top of that we created a number of chances in attack. Joe bagged a second with some tidy footwork and an accurate strike. There were also notable performances from Bryn S and Kuba S who ran their socks off from box-to-box the entire second-half.

Exmouth hit 10 in the Cup!

The first round of the Exeter Youth League Cup kicked off today with a fantastic 10-1 home victory for Exmouth United Under 11s against Hemyock Youth.

From the first kick Exmouth dominated with their quick passing and movement. After 10 minutes it was still goalless but some clever inter-play in the box led to the breakthrough from Dylan M. This set the trend for the rest of the half in which the home team established an impressive 5 goal lead. Joe G placed an excellent shot in the top corner before Kuba S hit home with two good strikes. An impressive half was rounded off by a fantastic dribble and strike from new signing Jay L.

Following the break it was the visitors who scored first after putting some neat passes together. Midfielder Bryn S soon put Exmouth back on track with an adept finish. This was followed by a second for Jay L, who was causing havoc on the left wing. But there were still more goals in Exmouth, with Match Captain Lewis A clean through to net his first of the season. A special reaction save from Exmouth's Harry KR kept the visitors at bay before Kuba S completed an impressive hatrick and Cayleb F brought the score up to double figures before the final whistle.

This confidence-boosting win was capped by a superb team effort, including solid performances from Owen B, Seb H, Harry B, Jack G and Tom P. Exmouth march on to the next round in high spirits.

Exmouth United 2 - 4 Cullompton Tigers

United were unlucky to come away without a point from a gripping fixture against the in-form Cullompton Tigers this Saturday. The match started very evenly with both teams keeping it tight and preventing the other from breaking through. Exmouth's Tom P and Owen B impressing in defence on their first league starts of the season.

By half-time their had been chances at both ends with the Tigers leading 1-0. Coming on after the interval Joe G and Jay L linked up going forwards and both found the net for United. However, Cullompton came out 4-2 winners in the end.

The final score didn't do justice to the efforts of the home team who demonstrated their never-say-die attitude as well as playing some good football. The game was played in a friendly but competitive spirit, all credit to the home and visitor players, coaching staff and fans.

Brixington Blues 7 - 1 Exmouth United

The local derby away to Brixington Blues started well for United showing some great early pressure. This was followed by some excellent defending as the Blues worked their way steadily into the game. Through some good attacking football they were able to create chances and to take the lead. Exmouth started the second half strongly with Kuba S scoring an outstanding individual goal with a run from the half-way line. However, despite valiant efforts from the away side Brixington ran out 7 - 1 winners.

As always, the boys demonstrated a great fighting spirit and positive attitude.

Exmouth United 1 - 6 Alphington Allstars

The first home game of the season took place on a sunny September Saturday against the impressive Alphington Allstars. United started well but were soon put under pressure by the slick passing of Alphington who created an opening to take the lead. As Exmouth grew into the game they began to string passes together and were able to fashion a shooting chance that was superbly finished by Cayleb F.

However, despite some fantastic goalkeeping by Lewis A the visitors piled on the pressure and gradually built up a lead to win by 6-1. Exmouth stayed positive and continued working hard to create chances until the final whistle blew.

United kick off the season with dramatic 3 - 2 victory at Pinhoe

Exmouth United Under 11s started the new season with a well-fought 3-2 victory away to Pinhoe Spartans. It was the home side that took the lead with a confident strike from a well worked through ball. This was soon followed by an amazing double-save from the United keeper Lewis A - keeping his team in the match. Exmouth were not disheartened and their efforts were rewarded by two goals in quick succession just before half-time. The first came from a corner which arrived in the box and was coolly despatched with a great finish by Cayleb F. Two minutes later Exmouth pressure led to a defensive mix up and own goal by Pinhoe.

The second-half saw Pinhoe pile on the pressure and for much of the time they were camped in the Exmouth half. Harry KR marshalled his defence expertly to keep the home team out including a fantastic goal line clearance. In a rare attack Joe G dribbled through the Pinhoe defence before being bowled over to win a penalty. Captain Dylan M made sure with a neat finish into the corner of the net. But soon after the home side set up a gripping final 15 minute bringing it back to 2-3.

A wave of excellent blocks, tackles and clearances from the Exmouth team kept out the impressive Spartans until the final whistle blew. The stand-out performance came from Lewis A with countless brilliant saves.

Season starts on Saturday 5th September

Our first match this season will be away to Pinhoe Spartans on Saturday 5th September at 11.30. See you there!