Stephen Perse Cambridge U15 Girls Win National Football Title
Published on 05/05/25
Stephen Perse Cambridge U15 girls' football team is celebrating winning the Independent Schools Football Association U15 Girls Shield, a national football competition. After securing victories in the first four rounds of the competition, the team beat St Dunstan’s College 3-1 in the final on 1 May.
Match report by Mr Guffick and Mr Cooper.
On a blisteringly hot day on May 1st, our U15 Girls’ Football team made history at the County Ground in Letchworth, becoming the first ever Stephen Perse side to be crowned National Champions winning the ISFA National U15 Shield. With the sun beating down and the stakes sky-high, the girls arrived knowing they were just one win away from glory - and they didn’t disappoint.
From the first whistle, Stephen Perse took control of the game, dominating possession and looking the more dangerous side. Their bright start was rewarded when captain Alice E unleashed a thunderbolt from the edge of the box, sending the ball soaring into the top corner for a well-earned 1-0 lead.
The pressure continued to mount on the St Dunstan’s defence, with the Stephen Perse attack hitting the woodwork and forcing multiple sharp saves from the opposing keeper. Just before half-time, the team doubled their lead. After Amelie B created space and fired in a testing shot, the goalkeeper spilled the effort into the path of our ever-reliable poacher Elsa D, who coolly slotted home to give us a 2-0 cushion at the break.
Inspired by a team talk from Mr Guffick & Mr Cooper, the girls came out firing once again in the second half, knowing the next goal could seal the title. St Dunstan’s fought back with determination, testing goalkeeper Orla C with two solid chances, both of which were expertly kept out.
But it was the Stephen Perse captain, Alice E, who put the result beyond doubt, dancing through the midfield with poise before driving a low shot into the bottom corner to make it 3-0. Though St Dunstan’s managed a late consolation, it was too little too late as the final whistle confirmed an unforgettable 3-1 victory.
Roared on by an incredible crowd of travelling parents and supporters, the U15 Girls proudly lifted the ISFA Shield - marking a new chapter in Stephen Perse sporting history. We could not be prouder of their achievement. This team has shown incredible resilience, teamwork, and skill throughout the season. It’s everything they deserve.
A huge thank you to all the parents and staff who made the journey—you were truly the 12th player!
ISFA U15 National Shield Winners Squad:
- Claudia BF
- Amelie B
- Joanie B
- Juliet BF
- Elsa D
- Thea K
- Phoebe O
- Stella C
- Orla C
- Mya D
- Alice E
- Natalie G
- Catriona R
- Juliet R