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Kidderminster Lions FC U12’s 26/27, Kidderminster (2026)

26/09/2026

Our u12’s got back to league action with a short trip to local rivals Cookley. Today we learned a valuable lesson about complacency, and underestimating our opponents. Cookley had a tough start to the season but we found out about their resilience, desire, passion and effort, as they were winning tackles, and showing us we were in for a tough morning of football. We failed to keep possession and control the game, and we were duly punished when we were caught out on the break, and Cookley deservedly took a 1-0 lead into the half time break.
After a half time talk, the message was across, we had to be stronger and battle and press higher up the pitch. Lucas was pushed into midfield and gave a man of the match performance trying to carry his team forward. The tactic worked and Lions pressed very high up the pitch dominating the second half. Dylan and Harvey got us on the front foot, and we equalised through a top corner goal, poked in by Freddie. Cookley then came back into the game and in the last few minutes, we failed to win the ball back and we conceded a penalty which was well taken leaving Tommy no chance. With the clock ticking down rapidly, Lions were again pushing for an equaliser, and Cookley countered scoring with the final kick of the game, leaving Lions to lick their wounds.
Although we were far from at our best we have to give full credit to our opposition who were stronger in every department and showed huge heart and determination to get their rewards.

Goals: Freddie ⚽️

13/09/2026

Our u12s started their new season with competitive action against Callowbrook swifts. Lions put in a great display first half and ended up kicking themselves for not putting this game to bed. We started the game very well, playing some decent attacking football, and deservedly went into a two goal lead. Freddie scored two great goals, after good work from our midfield and attacking players. Dylan, Max and Harvey all worked together well to create chances and Cole and Reuben caused plenty of problems for our opposition. We had a good strike go just over the bar and Tommys kicks out of his hands also caused problems in and around the opponents box. Callowbrook showed great attitude and desire and kept going forward to get back in the game.
We conceded a corner and were duly punished as they found their way through our defence at the set piece. Swifts drew level with another shot we failed to deal with and this made for a very entertaining game with both teams looking to get the 3 points. A good move created a scoring opportunity for Reuben but the keeper was equal to it making a good save. Jaxon and Tom defended well while we looked to push on for a winner. Lucas played well also getting forward to create overloads with Harvey and Reuben and Freddie. Billy was solid at the back and make some fantastic challenges to win the ball back. Overall a good performance, leaving lions very frustrated with the outcome, having to settle for a share of the spoils.
Goals
Freddie ⚽️⚽️

02/06/2026

A great nights entertainment at Wolverley tonight, with our u12 boys and girls meeting up for a friendly end of season encounter. With the introduction of headers ahead of the new season, it was an exciting game to watch.

Some great performances from both sets of players, with a chance to try out some different set plays and positional roles. The girls team played out from the back and competed really well, with some standout performances and strong defending. Some good goals and a brilliant finish for the girls team.

The boys played some good football and also created some good goals. The game was played in the right spirit and the referee let the game play fluidly. A great night of football as Lions and Lionesses got together for a good evenings workout. Well done to everyone.

30/05/2026

Our u11 team are finishing the season off with a few games instead of tournaments, as we introduce heading and adapt to losing players. The team use friendlies instead of tournaments to guarantee a lot more playing time and this was the case this morning with Cole unavailable and Albie injured we had no substitutes.
We visited our Malvern neighbours Leigh and Bransford Badgers who’s playing surface was really good. Lions had only nine players and despite the sunshine this really suited us today. The team played some good football and scored some great goals. Billy filled the space left by our departing captain who we wish well at his new club Rock Sports. Billy and Lucas stepped up and worked really well with Jaxon, looking pretty solid and in control at the back. The game started evenly in the sunshine and although Lions were keeping possession we didn’t really test the keeper in the first stages of the game.
We continued to try and keep the ball and it paid off with Freddie opening the scoring and giving Lions a deserved lead. We grew in confidence and played some nice football with Fred extending the lead. Lions continued to probe and a great interchange of passes from Reuben and Dylan put Fred through on goal to complete a first half hat trick. Max and Harvey battled in midfield and kept us in charge of the game although Tommy was forced into a great save which he tipped round the post.
Second half was more of the same, with Billy having a great game at the back, not really giving our opponents chance to test Tommy again. Lions went on to score another two goals with Freddie getting all of our goals this morning, before Leigh and Bransford got their own consolation goal, with a sensational strike to be proud of, which flew into the top corner, to leave everyone applauding.
Overall a beneficial game for Lions,playing the full game with a different tactic and formation, again giving us plenty of options. A standout performance at the back for Billy, and a real centre forwards performance by Freddie who scored all five goals.
Well done Lions.

Goals
Freddie ⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️

02/05/2026

End of season fun for the lads, crazy golf ⛳️🏌️⚽️🦁

02/05/2026

As the season ends we take a positive reflection on our year as we move into the 26/27 season. Over this season the lads have worked tirelessly on the training field and dug out some great results along the way, losing only a handful of games all the way through.

However, as Noah and Max played their last minutes for Lions, the final game of the season didn’t quite go to plan this morning. Great weather and facilities at the Worcester international Hockey site but Lions failed to show how well they have competed this season, and we were duly punished by our opposition, who put in a good performance. Oldbury Park sensed the Lions failed to settle today, and took the opportunity presented to them. Despite the performance and result, Lucas, Albie and Billy all put a performance in, with a special mention about Tommy who made tremendous saves, coming out of his box to beat players to the ball numerous times and leaving his goal wide open but making his way back between the sticks in time for a second attempt to dominate.

We pushed forward to try and get back in the game, and even went two at the back as we tried to find a way into the game. The oldbury park keeper deserves a mention for when we did have a shot of chance he was in good form making some great saves. As we pushed players forward Oldbury park took advantage and caught us on the counter attack. Despite today’s game we have had a great season, with a good group of players and parents.

We wish Noah the very best with his future in grassroots football, starting with us in mini kickers, it has been a joy watching him grow over the years and as the sayings go ‘once a Lion always a Lion’ which has applied to so many people over the years. He will always be welcome back into the fold if and when.

Well done boys for a great season of football. 🦁⚽️

25/04/2026

Our U11 Lions entertained Bromsgrove Rovers this morning under bright fine sunshine. We had worked on keeping possession and the overlap pass in training and the lads were under instruction to implement training into the game.
After conceding in the first moment of the game, the lads played possession football and kept the ball quite well, which was pleasing for everyone. Lucas, Albie and Max all started off the play from the back, with varied distribution from Tommy, which worked brilliantly. Our midfield were disciplined, with Rueben, Harvey, cole and Dylan all working the ball round the pitch. Lucas had a great first half with some great overlap passing and also going close with a good strike at goal. Freddie also had shot after shot today but the Bromsgrove keeper was equal to his efforts with some good saves this morning. Lions equalised with Dylan taking his chance, with a well placed goal, going in off the inside of the post and finding the net.
Lions got a second when Reuben and Harvey burst into the box and Harvey made sure striking the ball into the net leaving the keeper no chance.
We weren’t as fluid in the second half with Freddie looking our main threat with some good efforts. Cole worked the right wing well, causing the opposition to have to defend in numbers. We worked hard and possibly should have had a few more goals, but it was a good game of football with both teams competing in the right fashion, with the referee having very little to do but keep the game flowing. Well done Lions.
Goals
Dylan ⚽️
Harvey ⚽️

18/04/2026

What a game of football this morning delivered. Chaddesley were the visitors, and we knew they have a lot of pace, and some great defenders, so we were well prepared for what was in front of us. After a midweek training session, on playing through the lines, in front of the Worcester FA, we reverted to our pressing game to try and stop Chaddesley playing out from the back, which worked well away from home, in our earlier season encounter. The referee was very busy today with tackles going in and penalties at either end just adding to the entertainment.
Chaddesley took the lead in the first half when Tommy was adjudged to have taken the player and the ball, with VAR definitely needed to see the action again. Chaddesley made sure from the penalty spot leaving Tommy with no chance of a save.
Second half proved to be even more entertaining, with Lions being awarded their own penalty opportunity. Captain Max picked his corner but his well struck penalty was brilliantly pushed on to the inside of the post to deny Lions an equaliser. The action was end to end as both teams battled it out for the win. Lions finally got their reward with 10 minutes left to go. We pushed bodies forward and Freddie got his chance with the ball smashing in off the underside of the bar to give the Lions ascendancy. With the clock running down and substitutes and formations rotated, Lions scored again with Freddie pushing a shot past the keeper to spark celebrations for our Lions. A great game, which had everything and well done to the referee who contributed to a great mornings entertainment. A great team performance from every single player who got their tactics spot on to the letter, with everyone contributing to show what a true team work means.
Goals
Freddie ⚽️⚽️

11/04/2026

Our Lions made the short journey up to Stourbridge rugby club to play Tika Taka Falcons today and had a good morning of football. It was a tight game with both teams looking to open each other up. Although both teams mostly cancelled each other out, we felt we had created more chances over the whole game, with the Falcons keeper playing well in goal, and making a great save from Max in a one on one situation. Freddie had a few half chances but Falcons tactic was looked to mark him out the game, after our previous encounter, when Fred scored his goals. When he did get behind the defence with his pace the Falcons keeper came out of his box to clear up and again win the one on one opportunity. We conceded a corner in the second half and were duly punished when we failed to react quick enough and Falcons took the lead. Tommy made a couple of good saves to make sure we were still in the match. Dylan, Cole and Noah pushed on to support Freddie as we gambled, pushing players forward. We even went 2 at the back, and in the final second of the game we won a free kick a long way out. Noah took the resulting set piece and went for the long shot. Freddie made a good run across the keeper and the distraction left the keeper no chance, with Noah rewarded with his equaliser. Overall the team played well with a lot of good performances, in a game, which was a bit scrappy at times, and a bit of a battle. Reuben and Harvey worked hard and battled all game, with Jaxon, returning from injury. Albie, Lucas, Max and Billy all closed the opposition down winning the ball back and keeping them at bay. This was a game where both sets of defenders concentrated on keeping the opposition quiet in attack.
⚽️ Noah

28/03/2026

Our U11’s had a good game this morning, with the pitches looking great and the sun shining down, the cold wind was the only thing that could spoil our sunshine football.
Lions strung 6 or 7 passes together straight from the kick off as they looked to impose their intent to control the game. Although we started well and looked to be the more dominant side, we soon fell behind to our visitors as we looked to play out from the back, and got duly punished with Oldbury Park Bengals interception and a shot fired past Tommy in goal.
Lions came back strong and it made for an entertaining half with both teams having chances. Our equaliser came from Harvey M who had a great morning, and worked like a terrier round the pitch. He got his stretched foot to the ball and poked it past the keeper into the net to get the Lions back in the game.
The lads played well this morning and were left alone to work through the match on their own. They made their way technically and tactically through the game, and together they got it spot on, with hard work, good attitude and determination proving fruitful. Harvey scored a cracking second goal when he met a cross on the volley that looped beautifully into the goal.
Some clever tactical substitutions and a tweak with the formation, saw the Lions take full control of the game. A great through ball from Dylan to Freddie, left him clean through to slot home past the advancing keeper. Freddie completed his brace with another fine finish to leave all the Lions looking proud of their performance. Both Max’s deserve a mention for good performances with some great tackling and passing into space. Billy and Albie also producing strong displays at the back with Lucas moving forward into midfield looking more than comfortable alongside Harvey and Max consolidating our side. Cole and Dylan were our outlets on the wing giving the oldbury back line a busy morning and Noah proved to be versatile again playing in numerous positions. All in all a pleasing morning for our lions, and a good team performance as we start to plan for next season. Well done Lions, and also a mention for our opposition from Worcester who played some nice football and kept us on our toes throughout. The referee was also a good example for young officials as he was excellent this morning.
Goals
Freddie ⚽️⚽️
Harvey ⚽️⚽️

Kidderminster Lions FC U12’s 26/27

26/09/2026

13/09/2026

02/06/2026

30/05/2026

02/05/2026

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18/04/2026

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28/03/2026

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