Chester-le-Street, A Stunning hat-trick by centre-forward David Tait ensured Chester-le-Street Town Under 18s completed a 100 per cent clean sweep

of trophy wins this season by adding the League Cup to their haul. The County Cup Winners were in action against plucky Sunderland side Groves at Nissan on Sunday. Chester got an early shock when two quick goals from Crew saw the Sunderland side in front 2-0 at the interval - despite the fact that the Cestrians were the better side.

A half-time reshuffle paid dividends almost instantly for the Cestrians when David Tait blasted the ball home after an outstanding run and cross from full-back Craig Marley. Tait then turned provider with a superb ball in from the left that was met with a powerful finish by Ryan Drummond. Drummond then put Chester ahead before Tait scored firstly with a stunning 28 yard thunderbolt before chipping the goalkeeper on the run for his hat-trick. Midfielder Stuart Rand also weighed in with a superb strike as the Cestrians ran out 6-2 winners.

Chester have won all their matches since losing to Emley in the AXA FA Youth Cup in August apart from a 2-1 reverse at home to Brandon United in the last league match of the season. With 25 wins out of a possible 27 under their belt, the Cestrians, who have hit the net 130 times this term, have had an outstanding season.

Team: Simpson, Marley, Thorn (Capt), Rand, Graham, Potter, Collinson (sub Kime 49), Gawthorpe (sub Hope 78), Drummond, Tait, Robinson (sub Burns 78). Not used: Harrison, Adamson, Middlemass.

City of Durham FC

The Under nines' (Mosquitos) final game of the season against Dunlop Dees ended in defeat. The Mosquitos found themselves 1-0 down despite good possession. Some good approach play was let down by poor finishing with Mosquitos unable to draw level. Man of the Match was Jack Carr. A difficult season with credit to the players for some good games but lacking consistency overall.

The Midges maintained their unbeaten end of season run with a strong 4-0 win against Tyneside Juniors. Scorers: Craig Mountain, Calum Gibson, Connor Atkinson, Corey Brennan Man of the match was Corey Brennan.

In the second game the Midges drew 2-2 with the City of Durham Wasps. Midges scorer Corey Brennan with the other goal was an own goal. Man of the match was Calum Gibson.

Brompton FC

Brompton Under 13s completed their season with a close run and memorable cup final against rivals Thirsk Falcons. Falcons raced into a first half lead of 3-0 but after some 'encouragement' from team manager Andy Bunn, Brompton replied in the second half with three of their own goals from Lawrence Rab, William Bunn and a superb volley from John Henry; taking the match into extra time. Falcons once again gained an advantage with a good solo effort by Dan Barwick however Brompton enjoyed one last effort with a goal from John Henry. At full time, the scores still being level, the dreaded penalty shoot out saw some tense moments with Falcons converting all five kicks against Brompton's three. Team Manager Andy Bunn said that the support and effort given in this match was typical of the effort made all season and he thanked all players and parents.

Meanwhile, Over 250 players and parents attended the Annual Club Presentation Day. This provided an excellent opportunity to highlight a successful season both on and off the pitch. The club now provides football for over 150 children and young people ranging from 6-17 years old and also boasts a highly successful girls section. During the past season the club has seen representative teams playing in local National and International Competitions, including a very successful tour in Barcelona by the U13s.

The awards were as follows:- Player of the season - U11. P.Kilsby U12. M.Mullen U13. S.Pearson U14 G.Henderson U15. T.Eyre U16. C.Walker Girls T.Barwick. Players Player - U.11. A.Carlton U.12. M.Mullen U.13. S.Dunn U.14. S.Brockhurst U.15. T.Eyre U.16. C.Maclean - Girls. H.Fisher. Other awards for dedication and improvement were made as follows - U.11. L.Toman and J.Matthewman U.12. D.Hook and A.Smith U.13. R.Cuthbert and D.Thornborough U.14. A.Hardwick and J.Brown U.15. D.Bunn and D.Whincup U.16. C.Tasker and J.Thompson - Girls. L.Dunn and J.Allen.

A special award was presented to John Lofthouse, a local referee, who has supported the club over a number of years and 'Club Person' of the Year was awarded to the Club Secretary Ian Griffiths. He is in his final year with the club after many years as supporter, team manager, referee and latterly Secretary. The club is looking forward to the forthcoming season with three further age groups moving up into the Teesside Junior Football Alliance.