Essex Open U12 Maroons vs Woodford Warriors Navy

Fresh from qualifying for the ENG League, the Essex Open U12s carried their momentum into their first Essex Met U14 Round 1 against a tall Woodford Warriors Navy side. The squad started strongly, moving the ball quickly and taking early chances, but were pushed hard in the second and third quarters as Woodford used their height to edge ahead. Essex refused to back down, showing real grit and determination.

At the other end of the court, the young shooters thrived under pressure in Q4 while the mid-court links and new maroon defenders combined brilliantly to disrupt the Warriors’ flow. With the crowd fully behind them, Essex Open dug deep to the final whistle, sealing another spirited performance. This focused and hungry U12 squad continues to grow in confidence and strength as their exciting season builds momentum.

Coaches POM: Attack – Elisha, Defence – Jess

Opponents POM: Stella

Q1: EO 8: WW 6
Q2: EO 10: WW 12
Q3: EO 15: WW 17
Final score : EO 21: WW 19

Players :
Shekinah Anosike, Mary Aderibigbe, Jessica Bantu-Buabo, Naomi Atalar, Stella Edwards , Asya Cimikoglu, Elisha Owolabi, Skye Samaroo