What a fantastic weekend for our Boys Development squads in Holland, creating memories that will last a lifetime and showcasing everything that makes our programme so special. ๐Ÿ’™

U15s Crowned Champions League Winners

Our U15s returned home as Champions League winners after an outstanding tournament performance. Following a challenging season, the boys demonstrated incredible resilience, determination and quality, battling their way through the competition and lifting the trophy without conceding a single goal all weekend.

It was a remarkable achievement and one that every player, coach and parent should be immensely proud of.

For many of these lads, this success has been years in the making. A number of the squad travelled to Holland as U13s two years ago and came heartbreakingly close to glory, finishing as runners-up. This weekend, they completed that journey in perfect fashion and finally brought the trophy home.

Many of the boys have been part of our programme for a number of years, and with this being their final opportunity to represent us in Holland, there could hardly have been a more fitting way to end their tour careers. The commitment, friendships and memories they have built together over the years have been incredible to witness, and this achievement is a testament to their hard work and dedication.

Joint coaches Alex and Martin were full of praise for their players following the tournament victory.

“All the lads were excellent during the tournament. Their work rate, desire and attitudes were top class, and we are very proud of what they have achieved.”

“A few of the squad finished as runners-up in the tournament two years ago, so to come back and win it this year shows the type of commitment and determination that we’re all proud of.”

“To not concede a single goal and dominate over 10 games is an incredible achievement, and the celebrations at full-time in our final game were a special moment that we as coaches and the players will never forget.

U13s Enjoy Outstanding Tournament

A huge congratulations must also go to our U13s, who enjoyed a fantastic tournament of their own and finished as runners-up in the Champions League competition.

The boys finished the opening day unbeaten, drawing their first two matches before going on to win every game that followed. Their impressive run saw them narrowly miss out on top spot by just a single point, highlighting how competitive and successful their tournament campaign was.

The team showed great character, consistency and determination throughout the weekend, producing performances that everyone associated with the club can be proud of.

One Club, One Incredible Weekend

Two brilliant teams, outstanding performances, and a weekend that perfectly reflected the hard work, dedication and spirit of our Development programme.

To all the players, coaches and families who represented Pompey in the Community in Holland, thank you. You have done us proud.

Finally, a huge thank you to harnesses.com and Blayde Global Protection for their incredible support throughout the season. Your backing helps create opportunities and experiences like these for our young players.

Well done, boys. Champions, runners-up, and memories that will last a lifetime. ๐Ÿ’™โšฝ๐Ÿ†