Kettering 1-2 Cambridge

Investec Women’s O45s Cup Final: Captain Courageous Shadrack the difference.

Kettering 1 (1)
Shez Coe 18 (PC)

Cambridge 2 (1)
Liane Shadrack 15, 41 (FG FG)

A captain's performance from Cambridge City's Liane Shadrack gave the Reds the O45s Cup and redemption for their final defeat 12 months ago. The Skipper netted a goal in each half and despite a leveller from Kettering Captain Shez Coe, Cambridge were not to be denied.

The first half was an even encounter as both sides committed players forwards in search of the opening goal. Mary Starsmore-Young had a gilt-edged opportunity for Kettering but was denied by superb stop by Pippa Hall. Cambridge skipper Shadrack almost gave her side a lead after a lovely pierce of skill but a splendid save from Michele Collins kept her out. The Cambridge No8 did break the deadlock minutes later, turning in Rebecca Younger’s cross. The lead was short lived and the equaliser was a stunning goal from Kettering captain Coe. She lofted a lovely shot over the goalkeeper, dropping into the far corner.

In the second half, Shadrack, who was a constant thorn in the side of Kettering, put her team back in front with a precise finish. Kettering mounted some strong attacks in a bid to get back on terms but despite some prolonged pressure they could not break through and the cup went to Cambridge.

This was the official match report. It just about sums the game up but credit to every Kettering player who all made huge contributions both on the way to and in the Final. No point picking out individuals all were a credit to themselves, their families and the club. A brilliant day out.

Many of the Lee Valley protocols will be introduced at KLV next season especially only waving when your name is announced.