In this first game of the new season Latchford found it hard going. They were not able to get into the game until the second half.
Both teams defended well and also showed great flair in attack, which made it an enjoyable game to watch. Thattoheath seemed to adapt to the new rules better and ran out worthy victors. This was a good performance overall by Latchford who will get better as the season goes on. Back to top

Waterhead U10's 12 - 40 Latchford Albion U10's

Another tough encounter for the Albion who had to be at their best to overcome a determined Waterhead team. Latchford played some good rugby and raced into a 24-0 lead by half time.
After the break Waterhead got themselves into the game and crossed for two good tries. This spurred Latchford on who stepped up a gear and took the game beyond the home team's reach. The whole team were outstanding, especially in defence, and all deservedly received the coaches' award for player of the match. Back to top

Halton Hornets 'A' U10's 24 - 10 Latchford Albion U10's 10

Latchford's original opponents, Widnes West Bank Bears had drooped out down a league so our U10's were forced to seek an opponent from a higher league than their own.
By half time Latchford were trailing 24-0 but, to their credit the Albion dominated possession in the second half and scored two tries, one of which they converted. Back to top

Orrell St James' U10's 6 - 36 Latchford Albion U10's

Latchford overwhelmed a determined Orrell side.
Resolute defending limited Orrell to only one try while Latchford scored a host of quality touchdowns. Back to top

Latchford Albion U10's 36 - 6 Leigh Miners Rangers U10's 6

Latchford put in a good all-round team performance against a talented Leigh side.
Strong driving by the forwards allowed the backs to move the ball around and cross for seven good tries.
Leigh gave their all but Latchford were excellent in defence. Back to top

Latchford Albion U10's 26 - 18 Chorley Panthers U10's

Latchford had to play well to overcome a determined Chorley side. The game was close throughout with both teams making mistakes and giving up possession.
Latchford made the most of the mistakes by Chorley to put more points on the board. Back to top

Latchford Albion U10's 28 - 0 Halton Hornets Thunder U10's

Latchford left Halton shell shocked by racing to a 24-0 half time lead.
After the break they defended their line doggedly to frustrate their opponents. Back to top

Latchford Albion U10's 26 - 0 Rylands Sharks U10's

Both sides were in determined mood and refused to give each other an inch, as you'd expect with local pride at stake. However, Latchford had the edge throughout. The Under 10's proved just too strong for the Sharks, though Rylands never gave up the fight.

Grace Mellor had an excellent game for Latchford on her debut emulating the promise shown by her siblings Joe and Ben. The Under 10's are at the forefront when it comes to recruiting girls boasting the ever-competitive Becky Cooper also among their ranks. Grace joins not only Becky but also Jennie Pendlebury of the Under 9's and Louise Sullivan of the Under 11's as the first of what we hope will be a long line of girls playing for Latchford Albion. Back to top

Widnes St Maries U10's 6 - 12 Latchford Albion U10's

Solid defence provided the platform for Latchford to record a workman-like victory over a fast, improving St Marie's side. A match played in excellent spirit swung Latchford's way through their willingness to keep the ball alive and resulted in two excellent tries from Reid and Thompson. The hosts replied with a deserved try on the last play of the game. Back to top

Haydock Warriors U10's 0 - 76 Latchford Albion U10's

In a match played in boggy conditions, Latchford's power, pace and experience proved decisive in a comprehensive victory over an enthusiastic Haydock outfit, which never took a backward step. Excellent handling under difficult conditions was a feature of some thrilling Latchford moves. Back to top

Latchford Albion U10's 32 - 18 Crosfields U10's

Latchford dominated the early exchanges and raced into a 16-point lead thanks to sparkling long range tries from Reid, D. Ball and Thompson. The visitors improved markedly after the break as both teams ran in three tries each in an entertaining and typically uncompromising local derby. Back to top

Heysham Atoms U10's 0 - 30 Latchford Albion U10's

Latchford's expansive approach produced a thrilling display of attacking rugby. Slick handling and support play was rewarded with 7unanswered tries from Green 2, Whiteley 2, Hardman, James and included Delooze's first for the club.
An excellent all round effort saw Latchford's committed defence stand firm against their spirited hosts when starved of possession in the final quarter. Back to top

Latchford Albion U10's 28 - 0 Bank Quay Bulls U10's

Latchford led through Hardman's try at half time, but only after their defence had withstood a severe examination from the tenacious Bulls. A powerful second half display resulted in Ellis, Reid (2) and Thompson completing the Latchford scoring. Back to top

West Bank Bears U10's 6 - 36 Latchford Albion U10's

A power packed display from the Unicorns saw Reid (3), Hardman, Unsworth, Ellis, Green, Whiteley, Thompson, M. Ball and Cooper run in some sparkling tries against the battling Bears Back to top

Latchford Albion U10's 30 - 0 Royton Tigers U10's

Latchford produced their best display to date in overcoming the formidable Tigers. Slick, unselfish handling and classic support play resulted in tries for Hardman (4), James, Reid, Giles and Grace Mellor's first for the team. Back to top

Folly Lane U10's 18 - 34 Latchford Albion U10's

A Jeckyl and Hyde performance from Latchford in which their enterprising attacking play was undermined by sloppy defensive work against a powerful pack. Tries from Reid (2), Mellor (2), Hardman and Thompson were the high spots. Back to top

Rylands Sharks U10's 6 - 12 Latchford Albion U10's

An intense 'derby' in which two committed teams tackled each other to a standstill. After a scoreless first period Cartledge broke the deadlock for Rylands from a clever kick. Latchford roared back with tries in either corner from Matthew Reid and Lloyd Feather.
A dramatic final five minutes saw Latchford's scrambling defence just hold out in the face of relentless Rylands' pressure. Back to top

Latchford Albion U10's 26 - 10 Saddleworth U10's

Latchford's solid defence once again provided the platform for a solid display against organised and well-drilled opponents.

A spectacular interception from Ryan Ellis opened the scoring and was followed by further tries from Jamie Thompson (two), Thomas Hardman and Becky Cooper. Back to top

Chorley Panthers U10's 0 - 30 Latchford Albion U10's

Latchford produced a pleasing all round display with their committed defence line keeping a clean sheet for the fifth time in eleven games. Superb support play and unselfish handling resulted in tries for Thomas Hardman (two), Thomas Green, Jamie Thompson (two), Matthew Reid (two), Lloyd Feather and Becky Cooper. Back to top

Latchford Albion U10's 26 - 18 Burtonwood Bulldogs U10's

Determined defence laid the platform for Latchford's good win against Burtonwood. Both sides gave their all in what was a great game to watch but Latchford had more joy when it came to turning chances into points. Back to top

Bold Miners U10's 12 - 38 Latchford Albion U10's

The Albion had to be on top of their game to defeat a strong Bold Miners' side and maintain their unbeaten start to the year. In a bruising encounter, good handling paved the way for Latchford to score six tries. Latchford also defended extremely well in what was another in a long line of performances. Back to top

Latchford Albion U10's 36 - 6 Oldham St Anne?s U10's

Latchford produced a sparkling display of attacking rugby running in eight tries. Excellent all round teamwork restricted their spirited opponents to few opportunities. Back to top

Latchford Albion U10's 18 - 6 Waterhead U10's

This was a solid display from Latchford despite the sweltering conditions. Committed defence work laid the platform against strong running opponents. Spectacular long range tries from Thompson, Ellis and Whiteley were the just rewards for some enterprising attacking play. Back to top

Haydock Warriors U10's 4 - 34 Latchford Albion U10's

Although starved of possession for long periods, another massive defensive effort from Latchford meant that their rapidly improving hosts were restricted to just one score. Tries from Whiteley, Reid, Ellis (2), Green, Cooper, Thompson and Feather ensured that a successful season was completed in fine style. Back to top