The scenic shoreline of Greystones provided the perfect backdrop for a brilliant game of football today as our U9 Blues took on a talented Newcastle side. Under a mostly bright and sunny sky, the young Rovers and their counterparts showcased exceptional footballing talent and, more importantly, had an absolute blast!

The players' enjoyment was clear to see, with sun-kissed faces and mud-splattered clothes telling the story of a match played with pure passion and fun. Even a quick shower during the half-time break couldn't dampen their spirits, seeming only to refresh them for more action.

Newcastle emerged victorious at the final whistle, but the Wicklow Rovers U9 Blues can be incredibly proud of the resilience and teamwork they displayed throughout the encounter. They battled hard and showed fantastic spirit.

A special shout out goes to the ever-energetic Jack Collard-Cody, who bagged a couple of early goals, and to the brilliant Jack Kinsella, who shone brightly both as a dependable goalkeeper and as a lively striker in the later stages of the match, demonstrating his versatility.

A big thank you to Newcastle for a great game of football and for their warm hospitality. It was a fantastic morning of football, and we look forward to future encounters!