The final match of the season was a tense affair for both clubs with promotion at stake. Longwell Green knew a win or a draw would see them hold onto second place in the league whereas only a win would see Whitchurch. leapfrog them and gain that all-important promotion spot.
A goal from Chesney Blackett in the first game gave Whitchurch the lead in a very even match but the visitors hit back with two goals in quick succession to give them a slender 1-2 lead going into the second game.
With it all to do in the second game the Whitchurch boys played with spirit, power and flair and at times the Longwell Green goal was under siege. The hosts hit the crossbar, the posts and pulled out some fine saves from the Longwell keeper but a hat trick for George James and a goal for Jay Selway made for a comfortable 4-0 win and a 5-2 aggregate win that gave Whitchurch the runners-up position in the league.
All in all this was an excellent performance by a team that has performed so well all season and was a fitting end to a brilliant season and a farewell to Norton Lane. If we can carry this level of performance into next season at our new home, this team can go from success to success. Congratulations to all the boys who have given their all, entertained us royally and made this a memorable and highly enjoyable season.
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