Richmond Under-14s were at home to Leeming Lads in the league.
This was a top of the table clash and the match started very strong. Richmond made the first move count when Gareth Love crossed a ball for Sam Pritchard to run on to and put in the net. Richmond added to their score with a second from Sam Pritchard and the third from Stephen Hawkes. Just before half-time Bryon Tack scored a brilliant individual goal running three quarters of the pitch. At the start of the second half Richmond put the pressure straight back on with Tom Stanwix scoring within 20 seconds of kick off. Tom Stanwix scored again before Tom Keegan rifled in Richmond's seventh from a well worked corner. Tom Borthwick rounded off the game with a goal minutes from time. Final score 8-0 to Richmond.
Richmond Under-12s were home to Darlington Albion. Richmond started well and had scored after three minutes when Gavin Hill crossed a ball which Graeme Love put away. Darlington reacted positively and after 18 minutes a left wing cross was headed home by Darlington to even things up. Josh Slinger was playing his best match so far in midfield. After 35 minutes a bad clearance by the Albion keeper went to Gavin Hill who advanced into the penalty area and scored. Richmond scored again with a goal from Graeme Love to make the final score 3-1 to Richmond. Man of match was Josh Slinger.
Richmond Under-11s bounced back from a defeat the previous week with a good solid display away to Northallerton. Richmond took the lead through an Ethan Stamp free kick. William Gardner then lofted the ball over the keeper with Luke McComb adding to the score. Northallerton pulled a goal back to make the half time score 3-1. Two further goals in the second half from Chris Garside cancelled out another Northallerton goal making the final score 5-2 to Richmond.
Man of match was William Gardner.
Richmond Under-10s played Northallerton and were unfortunate to have their unbeaten run ended. The first match was even although the scoreline shows otherwise. They did not utilise their chances and were suddenly 3-0 down. Nick Armstrong scored a sensational shot from a distance but the match ended 5-1. The second game was again an even contest but luck was against Richmond as the posts were what kept them from being in front. Northallerton went 2-0 up and Nick Armstrong scored again with another great shot from an amazing run. They let in another two goals but Marshall Thorogood put in a late goal to finish the match 4-2 to Northallerton. The scorelines do reflect on the performance put in by Richmond but sometimes luck just is not on your side. The man of the match was James Henry who gave a great performance as captain.
Richmond Under-9s played at home to Bedale. The first match was excellent with both teams playing their strongest sides. Richmond started the better with their strong tackling. In goal Tim Holmes had his usual commanding performance ensuring he claimed every ball within his area. Having found the right mix within the back three, Campbell, Jack Charlton and Lewis Stabler dominated throughout the game. The Richmond attack came from the midfield with captain Will Henderson playing a vital role and Sam Witty grabbing another goal from distance. Adam Cox worked hard hassling the Bedale defence. At half time Dylan Wardale and Joseph came on. The tie ended 1-1.
The second match saw Richmond's players tackling like terriers. Throughout the match Emma Morris and James McNeil hassled the Bedale side and were unlucky not to get themselves on the score sheet. Man of the match was Harry Vernon for his excellent contribution to the game all over the field. The game ended 0-0 and again a great performance by all the team.
Three other games were played. Richmond Under-13s beat Northallerton at home 3-0.
Richmond Under-15s travelled to Newton Aycliffe who are top of the division and came away with a draw. A much improved performance with great play by all the team. Reserve goalie Andrew Close played well in the absence of the teams regular goalie who is injured.
Richmond Under-16s were at home to Spraire Lads and they also drew.
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