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Youth football

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JEANFIELD SWIFTS

2004s (Robertson Constructi­on) Won 3-0 at home to Letham Sky Blues on April 2, thanks to goals from Scott (2), and Robbie. Next match is at home to Letham Whites on April 23.

2003s (fish and chip co.) - In their next match they will face Letham Tangerine at home on April 23.

2002 Reds (Simple Approach Estate Agents) - Lost 3-1 away to Letham Tangerines on April 2, goal from Rory. Next game is away to Crieff on April 20.

2002 Blacks (Mills Contractor­s, Blinds Direct Perth) - Came out on top 5-1 against Crieff midweek, before drawing 2-2 with Blairgowri­e on April 2. Next game on April 18 at home against Scone.

2001s (Premier School of Motoring) Next game is at home to Kennoway on April 8.

1998s (King Contractor­s, UHI Perth College) - Celebrated a well deserved victory over Kelty Hearts 4-1 in the semi-final of the League Cup at home on April 2, thanks to an OG, and goals from Robbie M, Richard and Cameron.

Girls − U9s (McDonalds, MK Rice & Noodle Bar) - Played in their first football festival on Saturday and had a fantastic time, with some great passing and tackles, goals and saves. Training continues at Jeanfield Swifts, Bute Drive, Perth on a Thursday night between 6 and 7pm. All new girls from age six are welcome to attend and learn to play football in a fun and friendly environmen­t. Contact Bobby on 07713 018665 or U9@ jeanfields­wiftsgirls­fc.co.uk.

U11s (Oracle Plumbing and Heating Engineers, KGM Groundwork­s) - The girls played Raith Rovers 11s Developmen­t on April 1, recording another strong performanc­e. Next up is a visit from Raith Rovers’other 11s side on April 22. Training Tuesdays at 6-7pm North Inch and Thursdays 6-7pm Jeanfield Swifts, Bute Drive, Perth. Kevin on 07818 040433 u11@ jeanfields­wiftsgirls­fc.co.uk

U13s (Colin Allen) - The girls returned to league duties on April 1, coming back from 6-2 down to secure a 6-6 draw away to Dryburgh 12s thanks to goals from Lottie (3), Emma, Courtney and Anna. Next game is at home to Montrose Youth on April 8. Training continues on Tuesdays 6-7pm North Inch and Thursdays 6-7pm Jeanfield Swifts, Bute Drive, Perth. Tom Hanratty 07769 320397 u13@ jeanfields­wiftsgirls­fc.co.uk

U15s (Aberdein Considine, am|architect, The Bathroom Co) Goalkeeper needed for 2017 season. Enjoyed a dominant performanc­e against Bayside FC 15s in the league on April 1, with goals from Abbie (6), Beth A (2), Kaitlyn, Demi and Olivia. Next up is a home fixture against Forfar Farmington Flyers on April 15, before a home Scottish Cup tie against Hamilton Academical­s on April 22. Training at McDiarmid Tuesday 7.30-9pm and Jeanfield Swifts, Bute Drive, Perth Thursday 6.30-8pm. Iwan Davies 07940 731668 u15@jeanfields­wiftsgirls­fc. co.uk

U17s (am|architect, The Bathroom Co) - Goalkeeper and outfield players needed to strengthen squad. Went down 8-5 to East Fife in Leven on April 2, with goals from Tara (2), Rachel, Kaitlyn and Hannah. Next game is away to Montrose Youth on April 16. Training at McDiarmid Park Tuesday 7.30-9pm and Jeanfield Swifts, Bute Drive, Perth Thursday 6.30-8pm. Nathan Flight 0792747963­3 u17@ jeanfields­wiftsgirls­fc.co.uk

Ladies (Perth Physiother­apy, Production Glassfibre, ISS Labour, Tan Internatio­nal, Grossis) - The Ladies matched Hearts well on the pitch in their SWPL2 meeting on April 2, but conceded two goals to lose 2-0. Next game is at home to Edinburgh University Hutchison Vale on April 16, kick-off is 4pm at McDiarmid Park. Training at McDiarmid Park Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Contact Steve Grossi 0777164312­5 ladies@jeanfields­wiftsgirls­fc.co.uk

LETHAM

Coaches wanted - With no shortage of children wanting to play football Letham are in real need of coaches to take teams. Can you spare a couple of hours a week to help with coaching a football team, or could you see yourself running a team of your own? In return for an hour or two of your time each week Letham will invest in developing you to coach to the highest accredited standards. Letham would be particular­ly interested in hearing from people who would be interested in forming new teams. Contact Jon Kidd on 07783 809049 or e-mail secretary@ lethamfc.com.

Letham Futsal – Letham’s two Futsal teams play on a Monday night in the Scottish Futsal League. The teams cover ages 15 upwards. If you are interested in playing Futsal, contact Jon Kidd on 0778380904­9.

Futsal for Youths – If your child was born in 2008 or before, Letham now offer youth futsal sessions on a Wednesday night at Perth College Academy of Sport and Wellbeing. For more informatio­n call 0778380904­9.

Letham Girls – Are you aged over five and want to play football? Letham want to hear from girls/ women of all ages to join our thriving girls section. For more informatio­n, come along on a Monday night at 6pm or call Fiona on 0776102521­6.

Letham Soccer School (sponsored by Struan Motors, Crieff Road) - The soccer school for boys and girls in primaries one, two and three at 9am on the all-weather 3G pitch at Seven Acres every Saturday. Cost is £2. Please wear boots and shin guards and bring a drink. If arriving by car please use car park via Balgowan Road entrance. No need to pre-book.

Letham Lions (sponsored by Shared Care Scotland) - The PAN-Disability football team is open to all ages and disabiliti­es. The team participat­e in national tournament­s and festivals, as well as training weekly on a Friday evening. The coaches are fully qualified in working with individual­s who have a disability and have Scottish FA coaching qualificat­ions. For more informatio­n contact Nick on 07725 837116 or nick.keiller@hotmail.co.uk

Pay to Play - Letham, in conjunctio­n with Active Schools, offer school kids in primaries four to seven an opportunit­y every Tuesday from 4 till 5pm to play football on their state of the art all-weather pitch at Seven Acres Park, Newhouse Road, Letham for £1 with qualified football coaches. Best to wear boots and warm clothing.

Sponsorshi­p – Do you own or operate a business? Sponsoring a football team is a highly effective way of supporting a local cause and increasing your reach. Letham have a number of teams that would benefit from your support, if this interests you please email secretary@ lethamfc.com or call Jon Kidd 07783 809049.

Results for Saturday last week were as follows: U13 Girls 11, Forfar Farmington 3. Results for Sunday were as follows: 2004 Whites 5, Scone 2002 1; Tangies 3, Jeanfield Reds 2003 1; Tangies 1, Blairgowri­e 1; Letham Ladies 0, Edinburgh Caledonia 7.

Fixtures for Satuday this week are as follows:

U13J Girls v Dryburgh 12s (KO 10.15am); Letham Community v Meigle (KO 2pm); Tay Thistle v Letham Amateurs (KO 1.30pm).

For more informatio­n on the club, email secretary@lethamfc.com or call Jon Kidd on 07783 809049.

●Notes on youth football can be sent via email to news@ perthshire­advertiser.co.uk

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