Three Friendlies and three losses! At first glance it looks dissapointing but looking deeper at the performances gives Pav reason for optimisim. A 7-3 reverse at Thetford was a baptism of fire for our young squad who put up a better second half performance and showed glimpses of the discipline and tactical awareness that is required at this level. This was followed by a 3-1 loss at Anglian Combination Premier League Reepham Town where the squad began to get to grips with what's expected of them.
Thursdays game against Thurlow Nunn Premier Wroxham saw our best performance yet. Again the 3-0 loss only told half the story. Chances were created but not taken but more importantly was the reaction of the players who played with discipline and composure against a Wroxham side who will cause teams problems in their respective league this coming season.
With a lot of players missing chunks of the pre season due to holidays it's been difficult for the management team to continue to build on the teams philosophy but it's positive to see that the new younger players have taken everything on board and are becoming contenders for the first team starting eleven.
WIth a few more training sessions and the last friendly at Bradenham between now and the league opener at March on Tuesday 1st August the management are looking for some positive selection headaches!