YMCA Panthers-
Alexander Wood
Alexander Wood
Lethal from set-pieces, a great reader of the game, dominant in the tackle and an eye for a pass. Alexander is a true all-rounder who sets the bar very high. He’s a friendly boy and always makes a point of checking his teammates are ok. To the tune of I’m into something good. ‘Woke up this morning feeling fine; I’ve got a special player on my mind; He’s a midfield wiz and his name’s Alex Wood; Oooh yeah; Something tells me that boy is really good; Something tells me that boy is really good.’Player Number:
6
Nickname:
Alex/Alexander
Birthday:
8 June 2013 (Age 12)
Supports:
Man Utd
Position:
Defender
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Charlie Ward
Charlie Ward
Every great team needs a lethal striker and Charlie is ours - his goals scored record is exceptional. Although small he’s a dogged and determined tackler and is our first defender playing with the heart of a lion. As the U8’s season progressed he developed his all round game and made some very important assists to add another string to his bow. To tune of Copacabana. ‘We have a player, his name is Charlie; Best striker in all of the county; Upfront for a reason, scored 81 last seeeeeeeeason; Hear the Panthers roar, every time that he scores; Oh Charrrrrrlie… he scores the goals.’Player Number:
9
Nickname:
None
Birthday:
Unknown (Age NA)
Supports:
Liverpool
Position:
Attacker
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Ethan Woods
Ethan Woods
Ethan is both a very good goalkeeper and an exceptional attacking midfielder. He’s made great improvements to his goal keeping through practice and hard work and is capable of making fantastic saves. Outfield he has worked incredibly hard on his game and is now being rewarded with his performances on the pitch. When it all comes together for Ethan he is almost unplayable. He is an incredibly strong boy with great pace and a good grasp of ball-mastery skills. To the tune of Robin Hood. ‘Ethan Woods, Ethan Woods running down the wing; Ethan Woods, Ethan Woods is a midfield king; He scores with his left; He scores with his right; Ethan Woods… Ethan Woods… Ethan Woods.’Player Number:
3
Nickname:
Woodzy
Birthday:
14 September 2012 (Age 13)
Supports:
Man Utd
Position:
Attacker
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Freddie Low
Freddie Low
Player Number:
4
Nickname:
Lowy
Birthday:
4 May 2013 (Age 12)
Supports:
Manchester United
Position:
Attacker
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Isaac Jones
Isaac Jones
This boy is some defender! He’s a determined player, like granite in the tackle and has extremely quick footwork allowing him to play the game as a true ‘wing-back’. One of the foundations of our U8’s success. To the tune of Lord of the Dance. ‘Isaac Jones wherever he may be; He is the lord of ball-mastery; And he’ll stop you in your tracks with his wizardry; And you won’t score a goal he can guarantee.’Player Number:
2
Nickname:
None
Birthday:
11 February 2013 (Age 12)
Supports:
Unknown
Position:
Defender
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James Marsden
James Marsden
James is a fabulous goalkeeper and we are delighted he has chosen to sign for YMCA Panthers… not least because he’s been such a thorn in our side in the past with his great saves! He has great presence and is one of the best shot stoppers I’ve ever come across. I’m extremely excited to have the opportunity to coach him. His song goes: To the tune of unknown. ‘He dives to the left; He dives to the riiiiiight; That boy James Marsden; He’s dynamite.‘Player Number:
1
Nickname:
None
Birthday:
Unknown (Age NA)
Supports:
Liverpool
Position:
Goalkeeper
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Joe Ingham
Joe Ingham
Joe is an incredibly powerful midfielder with quick feet and a good passing range. He is a traditional box-to-box type player and is capable of getting himself into good goalscoring positions. He is also a very capable defender and we are delighted to have signed him. He will be a big player for us.Player Number:
7
Nickname:
None
Birthday:
Unknown (Age NA)
Supports:
Man Utd
Position:
Midfielder
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Mason Edwards
Mason Edwards
Mason is a lovely boy to have in and around the team and has settled well since joining us - he always has a smile on his face. He’s a very good attacking midfielder whom has scored some important goals whilst also making some key assists. His ball-striking is very clean and we expect a lot from him in the future as he starts to use his size and physicality to his maximum potential. To the tune of Knick Knack Paddy Whack. ‘He can pass, tackle and score; Mason Edwards is top-drawer; Kirkham, Lytham and all those; They’re not fit to wipe his nose.’Player Number:
11
Nickname:
None
Birthday:
Unknown (Age NA)
Supports:
Chelsea
Position:
Attacker
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Max Ingham
Max Ingham
Max is a very clever player whom has proven to be effective in a number of different roles. Although small, he’s a robust tackler and his football intelligence has allowed him to do very well in a defensive role. Max’s natural position is midfield and he is capable of finding space and passes where others may struggle. To tune of Agadoo. ‘Max Ingham, gam, gam; Is a midfield tactician; Max Ingham, gam, gam; Is a football magician. To the left, to the right; He’s dynamite, he’s a delight; He is great; Number 8; See the goals he creaaaaates.’Player Number:
8
Nickname:
None
Birthday:
28 January 2013 (Age 12)
Supports:
Chelsea
Position:
Midfielder
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Max Starkie
Max Starkie
‘Smasher’ is a fearsome tackler and would make Vinnie Jones wince. His game is really improving and he’s scored some important goals this season. He has a great attitude in that he always tries his best to do as the coaches ask him and gives 100% effort every game. To the tune of That’s Amore. ‘When the ball hits his head and it goes in the net that’s Smash Starkie; That’s Smash Starkie; When he’s shaping to shoot and the ball hits his boot that’s Smash Starkie.’Player Number:
10
Nickname:
Smasher / Starkie
Birthday:
29 July 2013 (Age 12)
Supports:
Manchester United
Position:
Attacker
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William Coward
William Coward
What an engine this player has! He never stops running from the first whistle to the last and is a very good footballer too. Starting life in the Whites team, William has now moved to the Panthers and will play a pivotal role in our challenge for trophies. To tune of My Old Man’s a Dustman. ‘Ohhhhh William is magic; He’s as fast as a cat; And when he saw the Panthers; He said I fancy that. He didn’t sign for Oranges; He didn’t sign for Whites; He signed for YM Panthers; Because they’re dynamite!’Player Number:
5
Nickname:
None
Birthday:
30 March 2013 (Age 12)
Supports:
Unknown
Position:
Midfielder