Defending champs through to zone final

Clinton Phillips (right) of Annai runs off to celebrate after scoring the winning goal against Sand Creek Secondary in the Digicel Schools Football Championships yesterday. (Orlando Charles photo)

Defending Region Number Nine champs Annai Secondary School laboured into the zone final of the Digicel Schools Football Championships, squeaking past Sand Creek Secondary 2-1 yesterday at the St. Ignatius Sports Club ground.

It was not a vintage performance from the holders but second half goals from Nairon Williams and Clinton Phillips in the 56th and 82nd minute respectively sealed the hard-fought contest.

For the losing team, Bronson Andrew scored in the 74th minute. Annai will now lock horns with