The Jaguars marked the start of their U8s campaign in League D with a spirited clash against Cuxton, proudly unveiling their new Macron kit.

From the outset, the contest proved a fiercely physical affair, with both sides refusing to give an inch. The breakthrough came courtesy of Hunter Ward, who lit up the match with a sensational strike straight from a corner – a goal that will live long in the memory. Ward wasn’t finished there, calmly dispatching a penalty to drag his side back into contention as the game reached its climax.

Cuxton looked to have edged ahead late in the final quarter, but the Jaguars refused to be beaten. In the dying seconds, Charlie Staples produced a moment of sheer determination and class, winning the ball on halfway before driving through the opposition and slotting home with composure. It proved to be the last kick of the match and sealed a result that reflected the Jaguars’ relentless effort and never-say-die attitude.