Hero

It was a close game on a unfamiliarly dry evening in Wimborne as Sparkshop lined up against the top placed side in the league. There was confusion from the start with both Matt C and myself trying to start off as sub but there may as well have been 8 subs as the first attack of the game saw us fall behind to a strong run and clinical finish which augured badly for the rest of the game. However, there were heroes all over the pitch with a solid defensive display from Doug and Dom supporting Richie who was absolutely inspired, tipping the ball onto post and bar with fantastic saves throughout the match.

There was Kev as well with two goals which ultimately brought us victory. The first came in the second half from an intelligent throw from the big fella which caught the opposition completely unaware. Kev was able to shoot and got a little lucky with a deflection which took it into the goal. From one of the few constructive moves of the game, Matt was put through on goal but facing away from goal. In turning he was brought crashing down and it was a clear penalty. Kev stepped up and smashed home with aplomb.

The turnaround was in spite of the early loss of 4 can Pete who took one for the team in challenging for a header in midfield. Winning the ball he was caught on the eyebrow by an opposing head and had to miss the rest of the game with a blood soaked shirt in the company of an allegedly lovely lady who tenderly saw to his desperate need. He's probably still in the pub right now showing off the wound - but he says he'll be available for the big cup game on Weds as Sparkshop line up in the quarter finals.

Monday night football - play hard or go home.