Somerset Trojans intensify the relegation struggle, pushing it to the last day following their victory over Paget.
Somerset Trojans coach Jensen Rogers remains determined to secure Premier Division survival, as his team’s crucial victory over Paget Lions has kept their hopes alive. Heading into the penultimate fixtures trailing Young Men’s Social Club by three points, Trojans faced the threat of relegation had they not matched their rival’s result.
In a thrilling 4-3 match at home, Social Club emerged victorious against Devonshire Cougars. Trojans, however, managed to stay within reach of safety thanks to second-half goals from captain Jadan Ratteray-Smith and substitute Kee-Zai Cann, sandwiched between Julian Carpenter’s equalizer.
Despite facing a challenging final game against title-contenders North Village, Rogers remains optimistic about Trojans’ chances of avoiding relegation. He emphasizes the importance of winning and maintaining faith in the team’s abilities, especially considering Trojans’ superior goal difference over Social Club.
Rogers acknowledges the spirited nature of his squad and their willingness to fight for survival, attributing their resilience to their youth and determination to prove themselves in the Premier Division. He underscores the need for the players to give their all in the upcoming decisive match against North Village.
The match against Paget saw Trojans taking the lead through Ratteray-Smith’s composed finish before Carpenter equalized for Paget. Trojans secured the vital win late in the game when Cann capitalized on a rebound from Robinson’s free-kick, despite a confrontation among Trojans players on the bench marring the victory.
Reflecting on the incident, Rogers attributes it to the pressure of the situation and the emotions involved, urging his players to channel their passion into their performances rather than directing it towards each other.
