Mills Academy upsets Timehri Panthers

Scenes from the Diamond United and Samatta Point/Kaneville clash in the East Bank Football Association/Ralph Green U11 League on Saturday at the National Training Centre, Providence.
Scenes from the Diamond United and Samatta Point/Kaneville clash in the East Bank Football Association/Ralph Green U11 League on Saturday at the National Training Centre, Providence.

Newcomer Vurlon Mills Football Academy upset defending champion Timehri Panthers 2-0 when the fourth East Bank Football Association/Ralph Green U11 League commenced Saturday at the National Training Center, Providence.

Christian Enderson netted in the 15th minute while an own goal in the 20th minute sealed the result. Also, Kuru-Kururu Warriors edged Grove Hi-Tech 2-1. Johnson Madison and Clifton Sampson scored in the 13th and 28th minute respectively.

Rayfield Hillman netted for the losers in the ninth minute.

Meanwhile, Diamond United and Samatta Point/Kaneville battled to a 1-1 result. Rick Ramotar handed Diamond the lead in the second minute, while  an own goal in the 17th minute robbed Diamond of the win.

Likewise, Friendship and debutant Riddim Squad played to a 1-1 draw while Agricola Red Triangle and Swan Football Club contested a scoreless affair.

The tournament, which features guest entrants Riddim Squad and Vurlon Mills Football Academy, comprises Mocha Champs, Diamond United, Samatta Point/Kaneville, Swan Football Club, Agricola Red Triangle, Grove Hi Tech, Kuru-Kururu Warriors, Herstelling Raiders and Friendship All Stars.

The winner and losing finalist will walk away with the respective trophies and replicas while the third and fourth place finisher will pocket medals.

On the individual side, Plaques will be presented to the Most Valuable Player, Best Goalkeeper, Highest Goal Scorer, Most Promising Player, Most Disciplined Player and the Best Coach.  

 GFF President Wayne Forde officially opened the event at the conclusion of the March Past following the ceremonial kickoff.