In a thrilling league encounter on 15 March 2025, Huntingdon Town U12 Whites faced off against Hemingford at their home ground, securing a convincing 5-2 victory. The match kicked off at 9:30 am, with referee Owen Payne overseeing the action.
Huntingdon Town lined up in a 3-4-1 formation, designed to provide a solid defensive base while allowing for fluid attacking play. Noah White took his position as goalkeeper, shielded by a trio of defenders: Reuben Zimmermann on the right, Henry Smith in the centre, and Jude Ariano on the left. The midfield was anchored by Jack Edwards and Sam Godfrey in central roles, with Jacob Wyatt on the right and Roman Lawrence Alexander on the left, supporting lone striker George Smith upfront. The substitutes for the match included Stefan Maresi, Magnus Kristensen, and Will Stewart.
The match began with an early shock for Huntingdon, as Hemingford struck first just two minutes in, taking a 1-0 lead. However, the home side quickly regrouped and responded with determination. Just a minute later, Jacob Wyatt attempted to level the score, but his effort was off target.
In the sixth minute, Huntingdon found their equaliser through George Smith, who headed home a precise cross from Jack Edwards, making it 1-1. The momentum shifted in favour of the hosts, and they continued to press forward. Roman Lawrence Alexander had a couple of attempts shortly after, but neither could find the back of the net.
The breakthrough came in the twelfth minute when Jack Edwards showcased his set-piece prowess, curling a direct free-kick into the net to give Huntingdon a 2-1 lead. George Smith then had a chance to extend the advantage in the eighteenth minute, but his shot was saved by the Hemingford goalkeeper.
As the first half progressed, Huntingdon made two substitutions in the 22nd minute, bringing on Stefan Maresi for Roman Lawrence Alexander and Magnus Kristensen for Sam Godfrey. The changes injected fresh energy into the side, and just three minutes later, Jack Edwards struck again, this time with an assist from Jacob Wyatt, extending the lead to 3-1.
The first half concluded with Huntingdon leading 3-1, a scoreline that reflected their dominance in play. After the break, Will Stewart replaced Jacob Wyatt, and the game resumed with both teams eager to make their mark.
Hemingford managed to pull one back in the 38th minute, narrowing the gap to 3-2 and reigniting their hopes. However, Huntingdon responded swiftly, with Jack Edwards converting a penalty in the 42nd minute, following a handball in the box, restoring their two-goal cushion at 4-2 and securing his hatrick ??????
Roman Lawrence Alexander, who had returned to the pitch after a substitution, was eager to make an impact and had several attempts in the second half. His persistence paid off in the 54th minute when he scored, assisted by Sam Godfrey, making it 5-2.
As the match drew to a close, Huntingdon made further substitutions, with Magnus Kristensen coming on for Jack Edwards and Jacob Wyatt replacing Will Stewart in the 59th minute. Finally, George Smith returned to the fray, taking the place of Roman Lawrence Alexander just before the final whistle.
The match ended with a scoreline of 5-2 in favour of Huntingdon Town U12 Whites, a result that showcased their attacking prowess and solid teamwork. The victory not only boosts their league standing but also highlights the potential of this talented young squad.
