Sunday, July 3, 2016 saw the finale of the Women’s Cup Games. Battling for the top place were AFC Hurricanes and AFC Warriors. These two teams played fierce and competitive matches throughout the season as they were both hungry to capture top places in both the Women’s League and Women’s Cup Games. The teams seemed evenly matched throughout the first half of the game as numerous attempts were made on goal and defensive lines held fast. However, sixteen year old Emily Bayles of AFC Hurricanes who is known for her strong and accurate kicks was able to score the sole goal of the game. This was the determining factor for the winners of the Women’s Cup Games with final results for the match – AFC Hurricanes 1 – 0 AFC Warriors.
The Women’s Football League commenced May 15th, 2016 with AFC Warriors as the front runners, until receiving their first defeat to AFC Hurricanes. AFC Hurricanes became a forced to be reckoned with as they were able to create magnificent goals, resulting in their victories. AFC Strikers also participated in the Women’s League and Cup Games. Although not able to take a lead in the games AFC Strikers were able to gain a win during the Cup semi final games in a penalty shoot-out against AFC Warriors which resulted in a 2-0 win for AFC Strikers.
All three teams are to be commended for their efforts as each team had a diverse base of players with respect to age and playing abilities. AFC Hurricanes has truly dominated the 2016 season as they hold first place in both the Women’s League and Women’s Cup Games. Followed in second place by AFC Warriors and AFC Strikers in third place.
The TCIFA continues to encourage girls and women of all ages to participate in training sessions and games, as it continues its endeavours to increase the number of female participation in the great sport of football.
