Heroic Hewson steers Leeds to glory
FOOTBALL A deadly double from Louie Hewson helped Leeds Maccabi to glory in the Harold Feldman Trophy.
Jon Zolte was also on target as Leeds ended Haroldeans’ treble aspirations.
Haroldeans have been the dominant force this season but Leeds found an extra spring in their step to stun the Merseysiders.
Hewson struck twice, his second with an overhead kick, with Zolte’s bullet header ending the contest. Bobby Fishel hit back but it was no more than a consolation.
Leeds boss Adam Kristall commented: “We went in to the game very much as underdogs as Haroldeans not only had the treble in their sights but they also have the league’s top goalscorer in Adam Shiffman.
“The message to the players was to stay in the game early on to give ourselves a platform to build on.
“To come through was fantastic. It was a great team display and it was impossible to pick out one player as everyone, including the substitutes, played their part.”
Haroldeans boss Mike Bloomberg said “We have no complaints as the better team won.
“Leeds were very well-organised, strong at both ends of the pitch and wanted it more than us. “
Mark Mann had the honour of lifting the Tony Cohen Cup for Maccabi Manchester Blue.
Charlie Simpson, Nathan Pitt and Max Rose were on target in the 3-1 success over Prestfield. Jonny Franks replied.