It was celebrations a plenty at Millgrove Soccer Field on Saturday when the bottom placed Valley FC thirds upset Vic Harbour FC on the hallowed home turf.
Playing with a full strength team and vocal supporter base, Valley FC came out like raging bulls, applying solid pressure from the get go and attacking the ball like purring Peruvian panthers.
An amazing header by Alex Oldfield put Valley up 1-0, and from here, the boys lifted a notch, peppering away and running in packs.
The second half was the stuff that round ball dreams are made off, as Valley FC lifted into super gear, driving deep, expanding play and defending with rock solid pressure.
Goalkeeper Fin McClaughin was simply stunning and proving impenetrable at the net.
His supporting backs were playing with true Valley heart spirit that is the backbone of this special club.
Up field, the flankers and forwards were operating Iike a well oiled crankshaft, that culminated in a ripping long range goal to Liam Spicer, Valley up 2-0.
Shortly after, Riley Patten slotted an absolute cherry and the hometown hero’s were up 3-0.
Vic Harbour FC scored a great goal, and were a bit unlucky to not score again.
Mason Love played a fabulous game as did captain Stu Ryder, while Manu Litchfield and Ray both shone in defence.
Final score Valley defeated Vic Harbour 3-1.
