Top-of-the-table Oxted & District claimed all three points in a dominant display against Cranleigh Women, securing a 6-0 victory. From the kickoff, Oxted’s slick passing and movement threatened the Cranleigh defence, but sheer grit and determination kept the league leaders at bay for much of the first half.
Fixtures & Results
It wasn’t until the 42nd minute that Oxted finally broke the deadlock, and they added a second goal just before the half-time whistle, going into the break 2-0 up.
Despite the scoreline, Cranleigh showed resilience throughout, even without some key senior players. Although opportunities were limited, Cranleigh managed to put together some of their own passing moves, though these moments were only sporadic.
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Oxted extended their lead with four more goals in the second half, handing Cranleigh their heaviest defeat of the season so far. However, this was a marked improvement from the larger margin experienced against the same opponents last season.
Final Score: Oxted & District 6-0 Cranleigh FC Women
Next fixture: (H) Milford & Witley, 2pm, Sunday, 13th October, Glebelands
Coaches: Nick Bamford, Wayne Stevens
Team sponsors: Create-I-Ltd, Heartwork Coffee, Informed Choice, Bear Content, The Beautiful.
Player Profile: Denneka Ellison
About Cranleigh FC
Cranleigh Football Club is an inclusive club and its youth teams welcomes boys and girls of all abilities, with an emphasis on fun and enjoyment. Coaching is based around a variety of games and exercises, following the latest FA models for player development.
The coaching models the club follows place emphasis on equal opportunities for all players, regardless of background or ability, and on participation rather than winning. All players receive equal playing time, are provided with the opportunity to play in all positions, and the coaching focus is on playing the ‘right way’, even if this has a negative impact on results in the short and medium term.
