United impressed by winning their first four matches to guarantee a place in the quarter-finals. The strength of the opposition was apparent in that each match was won by only a single goal. In fact Exmouth's defensive organisation was as important as their attacking prowess.
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| Exmouth United Under 11s celebrate their place in the knockout stages |
In the quarter-final United took on Whipton Youth who started well and took an early goal. However, their team spirit and work ethic drove Exmouth on and two superb goals from Kuba Strzalkowski sealed the victory.
United were unfortunate to be two goals down by half-time against AFC Plympton in the semi-final. In the second-half they kept their composure and pulled a goal back. Towards the end Exmouth threw everything forward but were unable to find that spark to get the equaliser.
Throughout the tournament Exmouth's keeper Harry Kifli-Reynolds was fantastic. Defenders Owen Brady and Cayleb Field were strong, calm and resolute. In midfield there were great performances from Bryn Stephens and Lewis Evans and strikers Jack Greaves and Strzalkowski were inspirational. Exmouth's team spirit and desire were first rate and all players should be very proud of their achievements.
The tournament was very well organised with friendly, good-natured interactions between the participants.
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