Horley Town F.C.

Competition: Epsom and Ewell Youth Football League Challenge Cup Final - Under 12 (Saturday)

Venue: Banstead Athletic, Merland Rise, Tadworth

Horley Town Under 12s today picked their Epsom and Ewell Youth Football League Challenge Cup at Merland Rise, without kicking a ball! Their opponents, Epsom & Ewell Colts, failed to appear and Horley were, somewhat unsatisfactorily, handed the trophy by a walkover.

They were also runners-up in the league to Epsom & Ewell on goal difference. The team managers, Darren Banner and Paul Stockwell, had some words of praise for their team.

"This is the team's 5th season together; a very successful team and another great season. We would like to say a big THANKS to the boys for all their hard work and dedication, and also to the parents for all their support and encouragement.

• George Branton - an excellent and agile goalkeeper. Great shot stopper and really commands his area
• Cathal Hogan - a real tower at the heartof our defence. Commanding in the air and a ferocious tackler
• Jordan Robbins -  ever reliable defender, with a fantastic left foot and always consistent
• James Evans - works trelessly for the team. Elegant and pacey with 2 good fet and good passing ability
• James Kinear - a dynamic full back. Never gives in, tackles hard and gets forward well
• Sam Slaney - never gives in. Always positive and will break forward at every opportunity
• Harrison Banner - midfield battler and will never give in. Closes down, tackles well and has a great work ethic
• Ryan Hall - can play well down the middle, or wide, or at the back, all at a very high level. Skillful and quick
• Harry Stockwell - Captain. Plays up front or on the wing. Skillful with the ball at his feet and good passing ability
• Jordan Clements - tricky midfield player who plays wide. Skillful and quick, and will look to get in the box at every opportunity
• Frankie May - powerful and skillful striker who runs at defences. Powerful shot and excellent finisher
• George Heise - a strong centre-forward, who holds up well. Another excellent finisher
• Dave Bishop - lightening fast pace, good feet, plenty of skill and an eye for goal. Our top scorer this season
• Joe Treacher - a really great utility player, who will paly anywhere for the team and never gives up"