Pearson and Johnson star in latest match-day

THE Police FC and Fruta Conquerors Football Clubs recorded thrilling wins on Saturday in the quarterfinals of the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) Women’s Development Football League Playoff.

The Guyana Police Force Football Club dominated visiting team Potaro Strikers 7-0, with striker Lakesha Pearson scoring the first goal just two minutes after the first whistle at the GFF Training Centre, Providence, East Bank Demerara.

A strong attacking strategy by the winning team allowed Pearson to score four more goals, with teammates Tiandi Smith and Honicia Adams securing one goal each before the final whistle.
Pearson credited the victory to her team following the plays practiced during training sessions.

“It was an excellent game. We came out and did what was taught on the training field. We executed the game plan well. We underestimate no opponent. We came to give our A-game today and we got a victory,” Pearson shared.

In the second game, Fruta Conquerors Football Club thrashed Milerock Football Club, another visiting team, 7-3.

Conquerors’ Jessica Teasdale who netted a brace was pleased with her team’s performance.

“The girls played really, really well together today. Lots of moving the ball around, really keeping possession of the ball, lots of shots from anywhere”, Teasdale noted.

The Georgetown team’s high pressing and fluid attacking strategy allowed Sandra Johnson to bag a hat-trick while Jalade Trim netted twice in the route.

Johnson shared that she was excited that her team has advanced to the next round.

Region 10’s Milerock Football Club three goals were scored by Seanica Camoron, Donella Rice and Shenessa Cornelius.

Twelve clubs, featuring senior and junior national players, made the cut for the GFF Women’s Development League Playoff sponsored by MVP Sports and Urban Life. The league was launched in June 2022 with 37 teams from across Guyana to give female players more match minutes.

The 12 clubs are Bartica All Stars FC, Potaro Strikers FC, Essequibo All Stars FC, Foxy Ladies FC, Milerock FC, Coomacka FC, Pakuri Jaguars FC, New Amsterdam United FC, Guyana Police Football Club, Guyana Defence Force FC, Fruta Conquerors FC and Santos FC.

The much anticipated championship match will be held on March 23.