Hough End Griffins U8s Storm To 12-0 Victory Over Stockport Vikings

On 17 October 2025, Hough End Griffins Under 8s welcomed Stockport Vikings FC U8 - Raiders to the University of Manchester’s Armitage Sports Centre for a league home match kicking off at midday. In a dominant display over 40 minutes of six-a-side football, the Griffins ran out comfortable 12-0 winners in front of 20 spectators.

Deploying a 2-1-2 formation, Hough End Griffins set up with two central defenders, a lone central midfielder, and two forwards positioned on the left and right flanks. Kit Foulds guarded the goal, while Riann Sebastian and Luca O’Driscoll formed the defensive partnership at the back. Sebby Robinson took up the central midfield role, tasked with linking defence and attack. Up front, Jack Lowe operated as the left forward, with Leo Ramsdale on the right, both expected to spearhead the offensive efforts. No substitutes were named for this fixture.

From the first whistle, the Griffins exploded into life, netting an astonishing 12 goals all within the opening half. Jack Lowe opened the scoring in the very first minute, setting the tone for a relentless attacking display. Almost immediately, Riann Sebastian doubled the advantage with a coolly converted penalty, demonstrating composure beyond his years. Luca O’Driscoll then added his name to the scoresheet, followed swiftly by a strike from Sebby Robinson, showcasing the midfield’s ability to contribute decisively in the final third.

Remarkably, goalkeeper Kit Foulds also got on the scoresheet early on, a rare feat that highlighted the Griffins’ dominance and willingness to push forward from all positions. Jack Lowe was prolific, notching three more goals in quick succession to underline his threat on the left flank. Sebby Robinson continued his fine form with a second goal, while Leo Ramsdale’s right forward role was rewarded with a well-taken goal of his own.

Luca O’Driscoll’s second goal further cemented the Griffins’ commanding lead before Kit Foulds again found the net, adding to the goalkeeper’s unusual but impressive tally. Jack Lowe completed his haul with a sixth goal, finishing the first half as the team’s top scorer. By the 20-minute mark, the referee signalled half time with the scoreline reading an extraordinary 12-0 to Hough End Griffins.

Throughout the match, the defensive duo of Sebastian and O’Driscoll were rock solid, not only preventing any threat from the Vikings but also contributing significantly to the attack. Sebby Robinson’s role as the central midfielder was pivotal, orchestrating play and supporting both defence and attack with equal energy. The forwards, Lowe and Ramsdale, exploited their wide positions expertly, stretching the opposition and creating numerous scoring opportunities.

The Griffins’ goalkeeper, Kit Foulds, was exceptional not just in shot-stopping but also in joining the attack, a testament to the team’s fluid and confident style of play. The clean sheet was a collective effort, with the entire team pressing high and maintaining discipline throughout the match.

Luca O’Driscoll was deservedly named player of the match for his commanding presence at the back and his crucial goals that helped build an unassailable lead. The comprehensive victory will surely boost the Griffins’ confidence as they continue their league campaign.