Royal Wootton Bassett Town Under 14 Girls began their season away to Marlborough Youth Raiders at Elcot Lane on a tricky, sloped pitch - and in a dramatic contest won 4-3.

Bassett made a great start despite having to adapt to losing and gaining players over the summer. And the away side took the lead when Mia Hughes found the back of the net from picking up a stray ball.

They then doubled their lead through Elise Dart, who showed great determination when calling for the ball, and tucked it away with ease.

Bassett then claimed their third through a lovely display of teamwork - Elise won the ball and played in Alisa Allan, who drove down the left wing and unselfishly squared the ball for Sienna Matthews to slot home.

That meant that at half time the Blues were 3-0 up.

But for the second-half, Bassett would face the challenge of kicking up the slope.

Some sloppy play resulted in the away side conceding two in three minutes. Chloe Parkins made some strong saves, but Marlborough put pressure on the Bassett defence, catching them out at the back and bringing the score level.

Both teams fought hard for the winning goal, until the Marlborough keeper picked up the ball outside the box and Mia Hughes struck in a free kick, sealing a dramatic Bassett victory.

Bassett were tough and gutsy from start to finish and worked well as a team. Player of the match went to Lily Lloyd, who was solid in defence in her first league game for Bassett.

Credit: Sam Wood
Last modified on Wednesday 13th May 2026 at 21:29