DJM U13 Scott

Tavistock Thistles 7

Chaddlewood Miners 3

THISTLES started with purpose, having made several position changes since their last match, and looked as though they were on for an early lead.

But Chaddlewood snatched the opener against the run of play. This spurred Thistles on and within a couple of minutes they were level thanks to a fine shot from Jordan Stacey. Chaddlewood retook the lead before Will Stenhouse found the net with a bullet of a strike.

The second half began with a flurry of Thistles' goals as Connor Cooper, playing in midfield for the first time, netted his debut goal and followed it up with an absolute corker.

George Dean added to Thistles' tally and with B J Hughes and Pete Jarman using their silky skills to maximum effect the game was effectively over midway through the half.

A fine performance up front was matched by the outstanding Thistles' back four and despite a late goal from Chaddlewood Thistles never looked under any pressure — a great team performance which sets up the return match this week nicely.