Henry Beaufort School under-16 girls' team win Hampshire Cup

The Henry Beaufort School team in Winchester won four matches, beating Purbrook Park 13-1, Costello 1-0, and Calthorpe 6-1, before the final against Priestlands at the Winchester City stadium.

The girls won the final 4-2, with goals from Bethan, Kim and Lucy.

They were then crowned Hampshire Cup champions.

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Henry Beaufort School under-16 girls' football team won the Hampshire Cup. (Image: Henry Beaufort School) The school said: "The final of the Hampshire Cup was played at Winchester City football stadium, this was a fantastic venue to host the final and made the day even more special.

"Henry Beaufort School’s team composed of nine Year 11 students and four Year 10 students who played against Priestlands from the New Forest.

"The final score was 4-2 to Henry Beaufort, with goals scored by Bethan, Kim, and Lucy, resulting in Henry Beaufort being crowned under-16 Hampshire cup champions and lifting the trophy.

"This outstanding victory is the result of their dedication, teamwork, and passion throughout the season across the district league, district cup, and Hampshire Cup.

"We are incredibly proud of these girls and deeply thankful for their dedication to girls' football at Henry Beaufort school."

A school spokesperson added: "What makes this team even more special is that most of these talented players were also part of the squad that won the under-14 Hampshire Cup in 2023.

"Their sustained excellence is a testament to their passion for the sport and their determination to improve year after year."