Sneak peak at the new home kits!
First look at the new home kits for the upcoming pre season and next season. After the club changed kit manufacturers to Avec 2 years ago, the girls had not updated their outfit having only just updated them. Guardian Glass again sponsored the girls and that clean white logo on the simple blue background looks stunning. The company slogan well fits the aim for the team “see what’s possible”. Even though the old home tops had more patterns, sometimes less is more as the new tops look class. The girls are first to get the new version of the Avec Focus 2 strips.
This is only the start, thanks to Natalie’s fund raising. The away tops will be next in line. Look out for them coming soon !
Century of consecutive games for unstoppable Millie Ann Petch
Today was a record breaking day for Millie Ann Petch. Not only was is her 100th appearance but it was done without missing a game since joining the team in May 2023, less than 2 years to rack up a ton is extremely impressive. Topped off with a great performance and a assist.
Heart-breaking Events this Week
Retford arranged a minute silence for the memory of a tragic accident this week that saw 10 year old Poppy Atkinson lose her life. below is the statement fro mthe Cumbria Police.
The family of a 10-year-old girl who died following a collision in Kendal have paid tribute to her life.
Paying tribute to her life, Poppy Atkinson's family said:
“Poppy was the focal point of our lives, everything for us revolved around Poppy’s love for football. Poppy touched so many lives, it was easy to see why, her energy, character, spirit and passion for football was infectious and touched huge numbers of people.
“Poppy was 100% determined to be a professional footballer. Many who know her, and who know her determination to improve and win, had no doubt she would achieve her goal to one day to play for Manchester United.
“Poppy idolised Ella Toone, Georgia Stanway, Mainoo and Messi to name a few. Poppy was a small, petite and beautiful 10-year-old, yet she played up an age group and proudly represented the Kendal United and county U-12 teams.
“Poppy earned her place through her determination and her technical mastery on the pitch, her skill was envied by most that she played with and against.
“Poppy was sister to 7-year-old Edward. Edward worshipped the ground Poppy walked on, he only ever wanted to be like her. Poppy would coach and support Edward with his football, it was so beautiful to see.
“The hole in our lives and so many around us that Poppy leaves is enormous, we will never be whole again. This world has lost a spirit like no other, she was a force of nature. She was so special, she was too good for this world.”
Tilly joins the 100 club.
It was the turn of Tillyanna Jackson to become the Wellies girls fifth player to make 100 appearances. Tilly always turns up with a smile on her face and give 100% without question. It’s a joy to have her with the team for the past 2 and a half years.
Christmas Party!
YES! you read it right Christmas Party at the end of January. its accustom for the girls team to have their festive treat at the beginning of the year as usually it means more people can attend and there's less trouble booking somewhere.
This year the venue was Arcade Warehouse in Doncaster and the girls (and coaches) had a great time for 2 hours of fun. weather it was air hockey, sim racing or shooting zombies there were plenty of fun to be had.
shout out to Arcade warehouse who's party package is great value and i would recommend to anyone .
team player Emma Kendall-Lovell also organised a secret santa for the girls to receive a small gift too. thanks Emma
massive thanks to everyone who helped raise money for the day of well deserved fun for the team!
Libz hits 100 games
Today saw another girl hit the 100 club for Wellie it was Libbie Latibeaudiere’s ton for the Welfare Girls, having joined the team in 2022 Libbie has developed into an excellent centre back and a key player in this team this season.
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
Huge thanks to Natalie for raising money with Raffles and football cards through Home Clean Home. Adding another £260 to the team on top of the £600+ she already raised earlier in the year.
The funds will go towards a well deserved treat for the girls in January.
DDYFL Girls U12 Cup Quarter Finals
It's Yorkshire V Nottinghamshire in the quarter final tie, as the Wellie travel down the A1 to face Retford FC. These 2 have met several times over the last 12 months always ending up in a close game. Over the 6 previous encounters between the teams (3 league and 3 in tournaments) Armthorpe have always came out on top. Both teams had a mixed start to the season in the League and are currently 4th and 5th as it stands. But both progressed in the cup with comfortable wins in the last round with Retford despatching Dunscroft 3-1 and the Welfare 5-1 winners against Belles at home.
What the Managers have to say:
Darren (Retford Manager) "We have never beaten Armthorpe, so it will be a very hard game at the Wembley of the North. Hopefully we can take confidence from our 100% home record this season and take the game to them"
Brendan "im very confident we can progress to the semi final of the cup, we have been getting better every week this season. we cannot underestimate Retford as they are always up for the fight. After missing last weekend due to the weather conditions we are desperate to get back on the pitch playing again.
Other games in the CUP
Askern Miners V Epworth Town Colts
Edenthorpe JFC V Adwick Park Rangers
Rossington FC V Denaby Main
100 games, completed it mate!
Today marked Leah’s 100th game for the Wellie Girls, having made her debut a little over 2 years ago she has played the majority of the games despite having to juggle Saturdays with the U12 boy’s training. During these 100 games she has emerged as a key player in this team as a box to box midfielder and has a great goal scoring record from midfield. Let hope Leah can have a successful second hundred too. She joins Lexi and Neve in the 100 club.
Girls Pay Respects
The Girls wore poppies on there chest with pride today and also took a minuets silence before the match. as they paid respects to all the heroes and their familes who lost thier life while serving our country.
Well thats NEW !
Massive thank you to all who have raised money to kit out the girls ready for the winter (if it ever comes) with new Body Warmers. there's been some great fundraising this season from Faye, Sam, Jodie and especially Natalie. we truly couldn't do this without it.
Cup Quarter Final Draw
After a dominant win over Doncaster Belles in the last round, Armthorpe Welfare have drawn Retford FC Away in the last 8. these 2 old rivals have not met yet this season and will prove to be a tough game. The last time these teams played each other was in the Retford tournament where Armthorpe won both encounters in close games.
Other ties include Epworth travelling to Askern, Edenthorpe after needing extra time to progress will host League leaders Adwick and a great chance for one of the bottom 2 to progress to the semi finals as Rossington welcome Denaby.
The Games will take place on the 30th November and all League games originally scheduled here will be moved to a later date
The Girls parents and coaches contributed to raise money form Crapper Aid
With the club having a fundraising event to raise money for a new toilet facility at Shaw Wood, the girls team played their part with coaches Brendan and Gaz taking part for team coaches and Connor Hone (Libbie’s Dad), Tony Petch (Millie Ann’s Dad) and Adam Sayles (Olivia’s dad) all playing for team parents. There was lots of fun had and some questionable football but all for a good cause.
Also a great turnout from other players and parents to sit in the stands and cheer both teams on.
Big shout out to Lexi too who was making and selling bracletts on the day to raise more cash for mission Khazi
Today both teams paid their respects with a minute silence in memory of 12 year old Riley who recently passed away.
STATEMENT ON SOCIAL MEDIA
On the 1st of September this beautiful beautiful boy Riley Townsend at just 12 years of age fell asleep and gained his angel wings. Riley was suffering from adhd/autism and the worst.. mental health issues. Riley was the kindest and loveable child and the highlight of any party. With his cheekiness and cute little face Riley would make anyone smile. Such a polite kid. But unfortunately due to his mental health decided he couldn't cope in this world no more and took is own life. Being apart of some well know football clubs TERVERSAL FC & KIRKBY COLTS FC in the Ashfield area as of many children, Riley was football crazy. Being a super midfielder to a superstar centre back and occasionally sneaking in for his cracking goals. I'm asking you all as coaches/parents/referees if this weekend just before you first K.O of the season please could you spare 1 mins silence for this beautiful boy 12 is no age to be taking your own life and I want his parents to know we are with them
Please let us bring awareness
RIP Riley
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