U13 Boys County Cup Final v NSB - 18/03/26
On Wednesday evening (18 March), the Year 8 boys’ football team produced a brilliant performance in the County Cup final against NSB, securing a memorable victory in an age category the school had never previously won.
Unbeaten all season and brimming with confidence after a dominant 6–0 semi-final win, CCS started the game on the front foot. Their bright start, which saw an assured defensive display and attacking fluidity, saw CCS take the lead from a brilliantly taken finish by O. Clements-Hill, before doubling their advantage when A. Peroni rose highest at a corner to power home a bullet header. The momentum remained with CCS, and M. Carp added a well-deserved third, capping off an excellent attacking move.
With a 3–0 lead, the team appeared in full control, until NSB hit back with two quickfire goals entering the final 10 minutes. Both sides created chances: CCS to put the game beyond doubt, and NSB to force an equaliser. In the game's final minutes, H. Beezhold delivered a goalkeeping masterclass. His string of courageous saves kept CCS ahead, but it was the final kick of the game that saw an extraordinary fingertip stop, diverting a fierce shot onto the crossbar, sparking jubilant celebrations as the referee blew for full time.
The 3–2 victory sealed the County Cup for CCS, maintaining their unbeaten year. A brilliant team performance, full of resilience, skill, and heart.





