East Grinstead Town Dominate Tunbridge Wells Foresters U14

In a commanding display, East Grinstead Town triumphed over Tunbridge Wells Foresters U14 Hunters with a resounding 4-0 victory in their league home match at East Grinstead Town U13 on 20 October 2024. The match kicked off at 10:00 am, and the home side showcased their attacking prowess throughout the encounter.

East Grinstead Town lined up in a 4-1-3-2 formation, designed to provide both defensive solidity and attacking flair. Josh Goody took his place in goal, while the back four consisted of Mason Terry and Tommy Clarabut as the right and left defenders, respectively, with Sam Gadd and Adam Bannister forming the central defensive partnership. Bobby Lindsey operated as the holding midfielder, providing a shield for the defence, while Max Dodson and Mason Malone occupied the right and left attacking midfield roles. Toby Broughton played centrally, supporting the forward line, which featured Haydon Davis and Harry Goodall as the two strikers. The substitutes for the match included Charlie Walton, Tom Piper, Dexter Sudbury, and Tim Greenyner.

The first half saw East Grinstead Town assert their dominance, but it was not until the second half that they truly began to find their rhythm. The breakthrough came just after the interval when Harry Goodall scored a stunning lob from outside the box, expertly assisted by Tommy Clarabut's long pass. This goal, coming in the 45th minute, set the tone for the remainder of the match.

Shortly after, in the 54th minute, Goodall struck again, this time converting a corner delivered by Toby Broughton with a powerful header from close range. With a two-goal cushion, East Grinstead Town looked increasingly confident, and their attacking intent was evident.

As the match progressed, East Grinstead made tactical substitutions to maintain their momentum. Max Dodson replaced Haydon Davis in the 60th minute, and it was Dodson who would soon make his mark on the game. In the 63rd minute, he scored the third goal for East Grinstead, finishing from inside the box after receiving a short pass from Tim Greenyner.

The home side continued to press, and Dodson was not done yet. Just four minutes later, in the 67th minute, he netted his second goal of the match, tapping in from close range after a well-placed cross from Tom Piper. This goal capped off a remarkable performance from Dodson, who was instrumental in East Grinstead's attacking play.

As the match drew to a close, East Grinstead Town maintained their composure, ensuring that Tunbridge Wells Foresters U14 Hunters were unable to find a way back into the game. The referee, James Osbourne, brought the match to a close, confirming a comprehensive victory for East Grinstead Town, who showcased their quality and teamwork throughout the encounter.