Swanage 2nds delivered one of their finest performances of the season with a superb win over league leaders Poole 2s. From the opening whistle, the Swans set the tone—pressing hard, moving the ball with confidence, and refusing to give Poole any space to breathe.

The breakthrough came from Liz Soloman, who produced a brilliant finish to put Swanage ahead. Her goals sparked even more momentum, and Swans continued to dominate both in attack and defence. The back line stood firm against Poole’s attempts to break through, cutting out chances and transitioning play smoothly up the field.
The second standout moment came from Rachel Marsden, whose superb goal doubled the lead and firmly established Swanage’s control of the match. Her strikes was a testament to the team’s relentless attacking pressure and clever build-up play.
Poole, despite sitting at the top of the table, struggled to match Swanage’s intensity. Wave after wave of Swans pressure kept them pinned back, while the defensive unit showed discipline and determination to protect the clean sheet.
There were standout performances all over the pitch, but Ella Gardener shone brightest. Dominant in her challenges, composed on the ball, and influential in both directions, she was fully deserving of Player of the Match.