The Southern Football Association’s (SFA) ‘Big 6’ competition commenced on October 12 with a series of exhilarating matches, showcasing the prowess of local football teams. At the Moruga Sporting Facility, Merikins Youth Club secured a commanding 3-1 victory over Cedar Hill SC. Nikel Rawlins was the standout performer, netting two goals, while Kellon Williams added another to the tally. Cedar Hill’s lone goal came from Quinn Rodney, a former Shiva Boys’ Hindu College star. Meanwhile, at Union Hall, Dream Team edged out Moruga FC with a 2-1 win, thanks to goals from Duane Edwards and Jarelle Sutherland. Kieon LaRode managed to score for Moruga FC. In Erin, Trippy FC clinched a narrow 1-0 victory against Fyzabad FC, with Mickell Charles delivering the decisive goal. The excitement continued from the previous week’s SFA Executive Cup quarterfinals, where Charles also made his mark by scoring in Trippy FC’s 2-1 win over Cedar Hill. Attiba Marshall shone for Moruga FC, scoring twice in their 2-1 victory over Fyzabad FC. In other quarterfinal action, Mascall FA triumphed over Dream Team with a 3-2 scoreline, thanks to goals from Quacy Cooper, Matthew-Lee Cummings, and Tevin Turner. Ste Madeleine Strikers advanced to the next round by default, as Smart Football Aces were unable to compete, resulting in a 3-0 walkover.
