27/06/2026
Darwen Tournament finalist runners up 🏅
What a day for our Blackburn Eagles U9 Girls!
The girls were outstanding from start to finish, showing incredible determination, teamwork, and resilience throughout the tournament. Match after match, they played with confidence and heart, earning their place in a well-deserved final.
The final itself was a fantastic contest that couldn’t separate the two teams, with everything eventually coming down to a penalty shootout. Although it wasn’t our day, finishing as runners-up after such an incredible effort is something every player should be immensely proud of.
A special mention has to go to our goalkeeper, who was simply outstanding throughout the tournament. Time and time again, she produced fantastic saves that kept us in games and gave the team the confidence to keep pushing forward. She was exceptional when it mattered most.
That said, this achievement belonged to the whole squad. Every single player played their part—whether scoring goals, making crucial tackles, creating chances, defending bravely, or encouraging their teammates. Their commitment, work rate, and togetherness were there for everyone to see.
As coach, I couldn’t be prouder of the girls. They represented Blackburn Eagles with pride, showed great sportsmanship, and never stopped believing in themselves.
Thank you to all the parents, families, and supporters who cheered the girls on throughout the day. Your encouragement meant the world to them.
Runners-up on the day, but winners in effort, attitude, and team spirit. Well done, Eagles—we’re incredibly proud of you! 🦅⚽💙
That’s 3 tournaments, 3 finals!! 🔥