All the Latest from Our Young Gulls

It’s been another productive weekend in Torquay United’s Youth Department, and here we take a look back at a busy weekend for our Young Gulls.

Torquay United’s youth teams enjoyed a weekend of competitive action, with plenty of goals, impressive team performances and valuable learning experiences across the age groups.

Under 8s

The Under-8s made an excellent start to their winter competitive phase with an impressive 7–2 victory over Exeter RTC.

Milo led the scoring with a hat-trick, while Charlie, who captained the side, added two goals. James also found the net, alongside an own goal to complete the scoring.

The team impressed with their shape, movement and willingness to work for one another, showcasing the progress being made on the training pitch.

Captain Charlie also demonstrated outstanding leadership, combining honesty, strength and determination in midfield with a willingness to help out defensively when needed.

It was a fantastic all-round performance, and the coaching staff were delighted with the effort and attitude shown by the entire squad.

Under 9s

The Under-9s also began their competitive phase in style, producing an entertaining performance to claim a 4–2 victory over Exeter RTC.

The young Gulls showcased some excellent passing, movement and attacking combinations, making for a thoroughly enjoyable performance. Their creativity and understanding on the pitch highlighted the progress they are making as a team.

With the squad continuing to grow in confidence and develop their style of play, there is plenty to be excited about for the season ahead.

The result provided another positive step in the team’s development, with the coaches proud of the players’ efforts and looking forward to seeing what they can achieve together.

Under 10s

• U10s Blues

The first fixture saw Torquay face Juventus Whites in a meeting of two contrasting styles, as the Blues drew 5–5.

The young Gulls made a bright start, taking an early lead and showing their attacking intent. It proved to be an open and competitive contest, with both sides finding the net regularly.

The match provided a valuable opportunity for the players to experience different approaches to the game and continue developing their understanding on the pitch. The squad will take plenty of useful lessons from the encounter as they continue to work on their style of play.

• U10 Yellows

The Yellows followed up with a hard-fought 5–4 victory over Exeter RTC in a closely contested match.

Torquay started at a fantastic pace, taking a 3–1 lead in the opening quarter. Exeter responded with two quick goals in the second quarter to set up an exciting finish, but the young Gulls showed their determination to see out the win.

Elliot Morris was the standout performer, producing a tireless display up front and scoring four goals. Danny also got on the scoresheet to complete Torquay’s tally.

It was a great example of the team’s attacking quality and perseverance, with the players sticking to their plan and working hard to secure a well-earned victory.

Goalscorers: Elliot Morris (4), Danny.

Under 12s

The Under-12s produced an excellent comeback to secure a 3–1 victory away at Cheltenham Town.

Cheltenham started strongly, playing some attractive football and pressing high up the pitch. They took the lead and created further opportunities before the interval, giving Torquay a challenge to respond to in the second half.

The young Gulls rose to that challenge impressively. After adjusting their shape and pressing higher up the pitch, they grew into the game and began to take control.

Their improved movement and ball retention helped them work their way back into the contest, with three excellent team goals completing the turnaround and securing a fantastic away win.

The performance demonstrated the players’ ability to listen, adapt and put advice into practice. Their teamwork and determination were key to the result, providing another encouraging sign of the progress being made by the squad.

Under 13s

The Under-13s continued their positive run with a 2–1 victory over Exeter RTC.

It was a competitive encounter, with Torquay showing their determination and resilience to come away with another important win.

The young Gulls produced some good football throughout the match and continued to work towards finding greater fluency in their attacking play. With a number of players still settling into the squad, the team are continuing to build their understanding and develop their combinations on the pitch.

Their ability to battle for the result was another positive aspect of the performance, and the victory provides a strong foundation to build on as the season progresses.

Under 14s

The Under-14s faced a tough test against South Gloucester, losing 6-1 on the road.

The first-half finished goalless, but South Gloucester demonstrated their quality after the break, moving the ball well and making intelligent runs to create opportunities. The fixture offered Torquay an important chance to test themselves against strong opposition and gain experience in a demanding competitive environment.

For the young Gulls, the focus will now be on taking the lessons from the match into training and preparing for the next challenge.

The squad have shown their quality and character throughout the season, and this experience provides an opportunity to continue developing their resilience, teamwork and ability to respond during difficult moments.

With another demanding fixture ahead next week, the players and coaching staff will be working together to build on what they have learnt and return stronger.

Goalscorer: Freddy Bonner.

Under 15s

Torquay United’s Under-15s secured an entertaining 4–3 victory over Exeter RTC after an excellent first-half performance.

Yussef was the star of the show, scoring a perfect hat-trick to cap a superb attacking display from the young Gulls.

The team showed clear signs of progress with their passing, moving the ball with greater speed and confidence to create opportunities and put their opponents under pressure.

Although the match became more competitive as it progressed, the players showed determination to see out the result and secure another positive victory.

Under 16s

The Under-16s delivered another encouraging performance, drawing 2–2 away to Gloucestershire, one of the stronger teams in the league.

Torquay enjoyed the upper hand for large periods of the contest, looking sharp, organised and confident in possession. Their tempo and work rate were excellent, while the players showed a real desire to get on the ball and find space to help drive the team forward.

Riley Ashley and Max Murphy were both on target, capping an impressive attacking display against quality opposition.

The result continued a positive run of performances for the young Gulls, who have now put together three solid displays in their last three games. The confidence within the squad is growing, and their willingness to take responsibility on the ball is an encouraging sign of their development.

Although Gloucestershire found a late equaliser, Torquay can take considerable pride in the quality of their performance and the way they competed throughout the match.

With the team continuing to build momentum, there is plenty of encouragement to take into the next fixture.

Goalscorers: Riley Ashley, Max Murphy.

Under 18s

The Under-18s secured a 4-1 victory over Mangotsfield last weekend, playing some excellent football across the pitch, particularly during the opening 20 minutes.

The young Gulls moved the ball confidently, with intelligent rotations across the team creating time and space to build their passing combinations and take control of the game.

Mangotsfield adjusted their shape midway through the first half and managed to equalise, setting up an exciting second period.

After the break, the coaching staff challenged the players to be brave in possession, take on their opponents and continue looking to play forward. The response was superb, with the boys embracing the challenge and carrying out their instructions brilliantly.

Their positive approach paid off as Torquay scored a further three goals in an excellent second-half display to secure a convincing victory.

It was a fantastic team performance, showcasing the squad’s attacking intent, confidence on the ball and continued development.