Hornchurch Athletic FC

🚨 FINAL SPACES AVAILABLE – U13 GIRLS JPL WARRIORS 🚨

📢 Hornchurch Athletic FC are seeking two high-quality additions to complete our U13 Girls JPL Warriors squad for the 2026/27 season.

We are specifically recruiting:

⚽️ Left-Sided Midfielder
⚽ Forward

These are the final pieces of an already established and competitive squad competing at one of the highest levels of grassroots girls' football.

📍 Based in Hornchurch, London Borough of Havering
⚽ Our U13 JPL Warriors compete against academy and elite opposition including Arsenal, Chelsea, West Ham United, Tottenham Hotspur, Charlton Athletic, Millwall and other leading girls' football programmes.

🏆 We're looking for players who:

🔵 Currently play District, JPL, ETC or Academy football
🔵 Compete in high-level ECGL, BCFA/Echo or equivalent leagues
🔵 Are ambitious, committed and eager to develop
🔵 Thrive in competitive environments
🔵 Want to test themselves against elite opposition every week

🏃‍♀️ Ideal Left Midfielder attributes:
✅ Naturally left-footed with quality passing and crossing ability
✅ Comfortable receiving and building play under pressure
✅ Strong 1v1 attacking and recovery pace
✅ Intelligent positioning both in and out of possession
✅ Confident overlapping and providing attacking width
✅ High work rate with the fitness to get up and down the pitch
✅ Positive attitude and strong work ethic

⚽ Ideal Centre Forward attributes:
✅ Clinical finisher with composure in front of goal
✅ Intelligent movement to create and exploit space
✅ Strong hold-up play and ability to bring teammates into the game
✅ Comfortable receiving with back to goal and under pressure
✅ Quick, powerful and willing to run in behind defences
✅ Excellent work rate and pressing from the front

💙Why Hornchurch Athletic FC?

Our JPL Warriors programme provides talented players with a professional, supportive and challenging environment where development comes first. Players are encouraged to play with confidence, make decisions and continually improve through high-quality coaching and competitive match experiences.

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A deserved victory for the Athletic after an excellent all-round display in a tough and physical contest.

The girls started brightly, moving the ball confidently and competing superbly for first and second balls. Our positive approach and high press paid off as we took control of the game, combining some excellent attacking football with clinical finishing.

The visitors responded strongly after the break and tested our resilience, but when the game became difficult, the girls showed real character. We regrouped, regained our composure and added two further well-taken goals to put the result beyond doubt.

A performance full of quality, determination and togetherness, with every player contributing to the victory.

Plenty of positives to take forward as we turn our attention to the next challenge

Hornchurch Athletic U13s suffered a 6–2 defeat at home to Ruislip Rangers in a challenging fixture where a nervous opening ultimately left the girls with too much to do.

The Athletic struggled to settle during the opening 20 minutes and into the early stages of the second quarter, allowing Ruislip to take control of the game. However, the response from the girls was excellent. Two quick goals from Isla brought Hornchurch right back into the contest and completely changed the momentum of the match.

From that point, the Athletic grew in confidence and competed much more effectively, showing the determination and character that we know this group possesses.

Conditions played a significant part in the game, with a difficult pitch making it challenging for either side to play their usual football. The unpredictable bounce meant both teams looked to play more directly at times, with long throws and goalkeeper distribution becoming an important part of the contest.

Unfortunately, some key moments went against the Athletic. Two of the visitors’ goals came via significant deflections, while another two followed initial saves where Ruislip reacted quickest to the rebounds.

Despite the scoreline, the girls continued to battle until the final whistle. With only one substitute available and players being asked to rotate through different positions, the effort and commitment across the squad could not be questioned.

There are lessons to take from the difficult opening, but also plenty of encouragement from the three periods where the Athletic competed strongly and showed what they are capable of.

Attention now turns to next week’s fixture against Arsenal. There is work to do, but the girls can take confidence from the character and competitiveness they showed for large parts of this game.

The Athletic endured a difficult start to the game, finding themselves 2–0 behind after the opening quarter following a slow and somewhat disjointed opening.

The young Hornchurch Athletic side struggled to find their usual rhythm early on, with possession a little sloppy and the team lacking some of the intensity and grit needed to take control of the contest. However, there was a noticeable improvement as the game progressed, with the girls growing into the match quarter by quarter.

The Athletic goalkeeper produced some important moments to keep the team in the contest, while those in front of her gradually became more organised and competitive. Despite the improvement, the opposition found a third goal during the third quarter to extend their advantage.

The response from the girls was encouraging. Rather than allowing their heads to drop, they continued to work, became more confident in possession and showed much more of the intensity expected from the group as the game went on, pulling a goal back in the 3rd, and another back in the 4th.

While the result was disappointing, there were plenty of positives to take from the performance. A lack of pre-season match minutes was evident at times, with some of the sharpness, decision-making and intensity that naturally comes from competitive fixtures still developing.

Importantly, the areas that need improvement are clear and can be worked on. The progression shown from quarter to quarter was encouraging and gives the group a good platform to build from.

Not the start we wanted, but plenty to take forward as the girls continue to find their rhythm and build towards the challenges ahead.

Week 1 in this season JPL Warriors see us with an away trip for our U11s, and home fixtures for our U12's, U13's, U14's & U15's.

U11's Vicky Park Rangers FC (Away)
U12's QPR FC (Home)
U13's Ruislip Rangers (Home)
U14's Haringey Girls Academy (Home)
U15's Atlético London (Home)

🔵⚽ JPL WARRIORS LEAGUE PLACEMENT CONFIRMED! ⚽🔵

We’re delighted to confirm that our U11s will compete in the JPL Warriors Development Red Division this season! 💙🔥

The girls will test themselves against some fantastic opposition, including:

⚒️ West Ham United Foundation
⚽ London Football School
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⚽ Oxford City Girls JPL
⚽ Toby FC U11 JPL Warriors
⚽ Vicky Park Rangers FC

Our league campaign gets underway on 5th September, when we face Vicky Park Rangers in our first fixture of the season. 💪⚽

An exciting season ahead with plenty of opportunities for the players to learn, develop and compete at a high level.

🔵⚽ JPL WARRIORS U15 PREMIER LEAGUE PLACEMENT CONFIRMED! ⚽🔵

We’re delighted to confirm that our U15s will compete in the JPL Warriors Premier White Division this season! 💙🔥

This represents a step up from last season and an exciting new challenge for the group as they continue their development within a highly competitive performance environment.

The girls will have the opportunity to test themselves against some fantastic clubs and talented players from across the country, with our Premier White opponents including:

⚽ AFC Greenwich Borough
⚽ AFC Wimbledon Girls’ Pathway
⚽ Chelmsford City
⚽ Cray Wanderers
⚽ Dartford FC Youth Academy
⚽ Hornchurch Athletic
⚽ Lewes FC Select
⚽ Montpelier Villa Galaxy
⚽ Sittingbourne Youth
⚽ Watford Ladies Warriors
⚽ West Ham United Foundation

This is exactly the type of challenge we want for our players — competitive fixtures, demanding environments and opportunities to test themselves against high-quality opposition every week.

The step up isn't just about results. It's about learning to compete at a higher intensity, becoming more tactically and technically accomplished, and continuing to develop both individually and collectively. 💪⚽

We’re excited to see this group embrace the challenge and show what they can do at Premier level this season. 🔵⚪️

New level. New challenges. Same commitment to development. Up the HAGs! 🔥

🔵⚽ JPL WARRIORS U14 LEAGUE PLACEMENT CONFIRMED! ⚽🔵

We’re delighted to confirm that our U14s will compete in the JPL Warriors Premier Green Division this season! 💙🔥

This represents a big step up from last season and another important stage in the development of this talented group. The girls will be testing themselves against some of the best young female talent in the country, providing exactly the level of challenge we want for our players. 💪⚽

Our Premier Green opponents include:

⚽ FC Evolution
⚽ Hemel Hempstead Town
⚽ Hornchurch Athletic
⚽ MK Dons Academy
⚽ Stanway Rovers Women
⚽ Stevenage Football Club
⚽ Tigers Junior Football Club
⚽ Watford FC Women
⚽ Watford Ladies Warriors
⚽ West Ham United Foundation

A fantastic division and a brilliant opportunity for our players to test themselves, compete at a higher level and continue their development within a demanding performance environment.

There will be challenges along the way, but that's exactly what development football is about — embracing the challenge, learning, competing and becoming better players.

We can’t wait to see what this group can achieve this season. 🔵⚪️

JPL Warriors Premier Green. A step up. A new challenge. Up the HAGS! 🔥⚽

🔵⚽ JPL WARRIORS U13 LEAGUE PLACEMENT CONFIRMED! ⚽🔵

We’re delighted to confirm that our U13s will compete in the JPL Warriors Regional Blue Division this season! 💙🔥

The girls have an exciting campaign ahead, competing against:

⚽ AFC Sudbury
⚽ Bowers & Pitsea
⚽ Cambourne Town
⚽ Cambridge City
⚽ Chelmsford City
⚽ Ferdinand Collective
⚽ Hashtag United
⚽ Nene Valley
⚽ Saffron Walden Community Girls

Another strong division that will provide our players with plenty of opportunities to challenge themselves, compete and continue their development throughout the season.

We’re looking forward to seeing this group take on the challenges ahead, continue to grow together and represent the Warriors with pride. 💪🔵⚪️