10 March 2025
Kirkham Grammar Match Reports
U10 Girls' Hockey Festival
05.03.25
KGJS proudly hosted a sun-soaked U10 Girls’ Hockey Festival on Wednesday 5 March, bringing together six travelling schools for an exciting round-robin competition. With every school playing each other once, it was a day filled with spirited hockey and invaluable experience for all participants.
The KGJS team shone brightly, displaying impressive skills, teamwork, and unwavering determination throughout their six matches. Their hard work paid off, as they secured 4 victories, 1 draw, and 1 narrow defeat—a fantastic achievement that showcased their growing strength on the pitch.
A huge well done to Olivia, in her debut as goalkeeper, put on an incredible performance. Her natural talent and determination in goal were clear for all to see. Jessica was unstoppable in attack, emerging as the top scorer of the festival with an impressive 9 goals. Her clinical finishing and attacking prowess added a sharp edge to the team’s play.
The entire team demonstrated adaptability, applying different tactics and maintaining high energy levels in every game. It was wonderful to witness so many young players thriving in competitive matches and building their love for hockey.
The festival proved to be not just a celebration of hockey but also a fantastic platform for the girls to develop their skills, experience competitive hockey, and enjoy the thrill of the game. A huge well done to KGJS and all the schools for making it a memorable day!
U12B Girls Hockey vs AKS
08.03.25
The U12B girls put in a strong performance, despite a 2-0 defeat. Right from the start, they tried to play the right way, looking to pass out wide and work together as a team. They stayed positive throughout the game and never let their heads drop, even when things didn’t quite go their way.
The girls battled hard in every area of the pitch, showing great determination and effort. They kept looking for opportunities to create chances and didn’t stop pushing until the final whistle. Although the result wasn’t what they wanted, their teamwork and attitude were excellent, and there were plenty of positives to take into the next match.
U12A Girls Hockey vs AKS
08.03.25
The U12A team got off to a great start, working the ball wide to create space around the back of the AKS defence. Lawson and Norcross tested the AKS goal keeper, creating some great chances in front of goal.
Unfortunately it was our opponents that opened the score line after a great initial save from Ainsworth.
Best made some excellent runs from right back with Bradley hitting the backline to pick up a well-paced pass.
A great end to end game with lots of positives to take away!
U13A Girls Hockey VS AKS
08.03.25
The U13A girls put on a fantastic performance, coming away with a well-earned 5-1 victory. From the very first whistle, they played with confidence, passing the ball well and working together as a team. Their link-up play was brilliant, leading to some great goals and keeping them in control for most of the match. The girls showed real determination and positivity throughout, even when the opposition managed to get a goal back. They didn’t let it affect them and kept playing their own game, moving the ball quickly and supporting each other all over the pitch. As they started to tire, they briefly tried to run with the ball more, but they quickly realised that passing and teamwork was the key. Once they got back to their usual style of play, they finished the game strongly and comfortably saw out the win. A great all-round performance with lots of positives to take forward—well done, girls!
U13B Girls Hockey vs AKS
08.03.25
The U13B team got off to a steady start but it wasn't long before they started to motor! Airton and Butcher linked up well creating great chances for out forwards to attack in the AKS half.
Grice and McIllwam applied much pressure to the AKS defence resulting in the first conversion of the game.
Kane-Long and Pickering worked tirelessly up front with Whittle and Airton firing balls forward for them to run onto.
A further 4 great goals left the final score at 5-0 to KGS.
Well done, girls!
U14 Hockey vs AKS
08.03.25
On Saturday, 8th March, Kirkham made the short trip to AKS, eager to build on their recent victory against Cheadle. From the first whistle, Kirkham took control of the game, dominating possession and piling on the pressure. Their early dominance paid off when Guthrie produced an excellent piece of individual skill, driving into the D before setting up Mackenzie, who coolly slotted the ball into the back of the net to give Kirkham a well-deserved 1-0 lead. The second half saw Kirkham continue their attacking intensity, with the defensive unit standing strong to keep AKS at bay. Their resilience at the back allowed the team to push forward confidently, and a well-worked move led to a composed finish from Guthrie, doubling Kirkham’s advantage. Kirkham’s relentless attacking play continued, with Guthrie adding another goal to her tally before Maclean-Bristol sealed the victory with a fantastic strike, making it 4-0 at the final whistle. It was a superb team performance, with every player contributing to a dominant display. Well done, girls!
U14 Girls Netball Quarter Final vs Wirral Grammar
