Junior Eagles hold sway over Junior Blues at Bluemont

The Jnr DC Eagles 6.3 (39) defeated the Jnr DC Blues 1.1 (7) in a game that was tighter than the final score indicated. The game played after a USFooty Kids clinic in Bluemont Park in Arlington VA just outside of Washington DC. During the clinic the players went through their hand passing, kicking and marking/catching skills, and then used their skills in a game of "keep things off" or "keep away". They also practiced "buttering up" after a spilled ball (no - I don't really know what it means either). The game started as the heat of the day started to burn off the dew on the grass.

The Eagles flew out of the gates quickly with a number of goals by Cullen who seemed to easily weave through the Blues defense. In only a few minutes the Blues were trying to regroup and work out a line of attack. For the Blues, Joe and Natalie were attacking the ball, as were Robbie and Patrick for the Eagles. The Blues defense settled as Allison was able to bring the ball out to Matt and Joe on the wings. However, Cullen and Luka were also strong in defense so that almost every forward movement was thwarted. Still, despite a stronger defense, the Eagles were able to keep their score going up with CJ contributing with a number of marks and one picture perfect pick up at full stretch. Finally, the Blues were able to get some attacks going with some big kicks by Matt and great play be Allison and Joe. The game ended with lovely goal by Joe on siren.

Next game is in conjunction with the USFooty Kids clinic at Bluemont Park in Arlington on Saturday July 14 at 9am.

USFooty Kids Clinic Saturday July 14

Where: Bluemont Park Soccer Field (601 N Manchester St, Arlington, VA 22203, USA).
When: 9.00 am to 10.30 am Saturday July 14.
What: A junior clinic for boys and girls aged 5 to 16.

The clinic will teach players the rules and skills of Australian football. The clinic will incorporate fun games and include a little no-contact match at the end. Snacks and drinks will be provided. The boys and girls are asked to bring a bottle of water, cleats or running shoes and either a yellow or blue T-shirt.

If you would like to register on-line click the link on the right.

Note that the Soccer Field is on the other side of the creek and bike path - in the trees.