I spent two hours at CCS tonight with the other half and 2 of my grandkids. Just over 1300 crowd not bad for the youth cup. City lost 2-1 to Spurs but not discraced. Not sure of the names but a few looked good. The City centre half (No 5) big and strong in the air but looked very good on the floor, was lucky to have lasted the full game, he got booked early in the 2nd half for a rash tackle and should have had a second yellow in the last quarter of an hour. Jesse Darko scored our goal he took it well but had a few chances lost because of untidy control. I thought Theo Wharton looked class. Spurs No9 scored their second goal, tried to an Earnie flip and got the landing wrong, tried a second time and messed it up again. City had about 55/60 % of the game but Spurs were more direct. EDIT Cardiff City 1. Dave Richards 2. Curtis Watkins 3. Bradley Wickham 4. Adam Davies (c) 5. Josh Yorwerth 6. Josh Powell 7. Declan John 8. Tommy O’Sullivan 9. Jesse Darko 10. Theo Wharton 11. Luke Jones Subs 12. Jordan Carter 13. Liam Matthews 14. Gethyn Hill 15. Brad Williams 16. Kane Owens
Thanks for the update Rhondda. There seem to be a few good youngsters coming through which bodes well.
DJ, I've heard a lot of good things about Tom O'Sullivan this morning. Not sure if he's the No5 you referred to? Neal Ardley and Lee Skyrme doing some good work
Tom O'Sullivan is a midfielder, to be honest not sure who he was, there was one who had some good touches and close control maybe it was him.
You and be both H Was given a sheet with all the players profiles on there but not their shirt numbers. Maybe I'd type it out and post on this thread.
Cardiff City Academy Under 18 Profiles Jaye Bowen: Midfield A first-year scholar, Jaye was involved in the Welsh Victory Shield Squad last season and has shown great potential. The son of former Bluebird Jason Bowen, Jaye has proven a great asset to the u18’s squad this term. Jordan Carter: Striker A sharp and busy forward with an eye for goal, Jordan played for Farnborough Town at schoolboy level alongside fellow recruit Joe Ralls. He is now in the second year of his Cardiff City Apprenticeship and is consistently among the goals. Jesse Darko : Striker Centre-forward Jess made his mark in the summer of 2010 while on trial with Neal Ardley’s squad in Spain. He scored a hat-trick on his Bluebirds debut and now in his second-year, continues to find his name regularly on the score sheet. Adam Davies : Defender Another of our second-year scholars, Adam has come through our schoolboy system at Cardiff City and is a solid, dependable full-back who also has the versatility to play in midfield. Dane Griffiths : Striker A strong and pacey centre forward, Dane has been plagued by injuries in recent seasons but he has proven that he has the ability to compete at u18 level, having already been involved in the full-time programme over the last eighteen months. Gethyn Hill : Striker A tall forward with quick feet, Gethyn has impressed over the past few seasons by scoring many important goals at u16 level. He has progressed well in the u18 category during the first year of his Academy Scholarship. Jordan Jackson : Midfield JJ trailed with Cardiff City towards the end of the 2009/10 season after a long spell at Tottenham during his schoolboys years. A laid back yet talented youngster, Jordan is in the second year of his Cardiff City scholarship. Rhys James : Striker Barry born Rhys is a pacey centre forward with an eye for goal, who impressed in last year’s Welsh Victory Shield Squad. Another of our first year scholars, here at Cardiff City football club. Declan John : Midfield Born and bred in Merthyr, Dec has progressed through the age groups within our Academy over the years. Superb Victory Shield performances attracted hugh attention for the tricky left winger, although he has now committed himself to an Apprenticeship with the Bluebirds. Luke Jones : Midfield Another of our Merthyr boys, Like is now in the second year of his Bluebirds Apprenticeship. He progressed through our youth setup to reach the level he’s at today and is a reliable midfielder, he is also comfortable an either side of defence. Liam Matthews ; Goalkeeper First year Liam is a big, commanding and brave goalkeeper who is very vocal on the pitch. He will hope to follow in Cousin Adam’s footsteps and one day play for the first team. Tommy O’Sullivan : Midfield A clever, laid back forward who always finds space for himself, Tommy is a product of the Academy system and also a member of last year’s successful Victory Shield Squad. A first year scholar. Kane Owen : Defender A solid left back who thrives on attacking, a first year scholar Kane has been in the Bluebird’s Academy programme for many years. His forward thinking play brings an exciting dimension to our game. Josh Powell : Defender Born in Merthyr Tydfil, Josh gives our u18 side a great balance on the left side of defence. Having been in the Club’s Academy setup for many years, the opportunity of full time training has seen second year apprentice Josh continue to improve and progress his development. David Richard : Goalkeeper Dave was with the under 18’s last season and recently signed a two year Apprenticeship with the Club. A promising goalkeeper who has already established himself in the u18 team, Dave is a great character on and off the pitch who is both brave and dependable. Curtis Watkins : Defender A recent addition to our u18 squad this season, defender Curtis will hope to make his debut this evening (v Spurs) Having progressed through our Academy setup, he recently agreed an apprenticeship with the Club for the 2012/13 season. Theo Wharton : Midfield Theo is an athletic central midfielder who has progressed well in his three seasons with the Club. He has been a regular in the u18 and u21 sides throughout the 2011/12 season. After training regularly with the first team, he made his debut for Malky Mackay as a substitute in the 4-2 F.A. Cup defeat at WBA. Brad Wickham : Defender Brad has made tree appearances for our u18 side in the last month and was an un-named substitute in our 3rd round Youth Cup win over Bury. Like team mate Curtis, Brad recently agreed an Apprenticeship with the Club to start next season. Bradley Williams : Midfield/Defender A versatile midfielder who can also play defence, first year scholar Bradley is a former Hereford United schoolboy player, who has adapted well to Academy football. His flexibility is of significant benefit to our squad. Josh Yorwerth : Defender First year scholar Josh is a dominant centre half who possesses leadership qualities, bravery and good technical ability. A good Victory Shield tournament proved Josh has all the potential to become a top-class defender.
