Sidlesham U18's  0  Peacehaven U18's  2 

Everyone had to get up early for this one, a long trip to Sidlesham in the Sussex Youth Cup, but the result made it worthwhile as Peacehaven progessed into the 2nd Round.

With Josh Heyburn sidelined, and no other keeper available, Joe Panther pulled on the gloves for an emergency appearance between the sticks, and managed to keep a clean sheet in this bruising encounter.

After a goalless first half, Freddie Barker put Peacehaven infront on 68 minutes and then doubled the lead 2 minutes later. Sidlesham always looked dangerous, but Peacehaven held on to record a creditable victory.

Speaking after the game, manager Shaun Saunders was full of praise for everyone. "They where a big side and we had to dig in and battle for this result. It was a good all-round performance"

The Under 18's now face the winners of today's game between Sedlescombe and Wick (Away) in the 2nd Round.

Report by Keith Parris

Scorer:- Barker 68, 70