Standing up for the Stutes
On Saturday 20th November 2021, the combined forces of the Histon Hornets Under-10 White and Under-10 Blue teams had the privilege of being mascots at Histon FC’s home fixture against Halesowen Town.
With 23 boys in tow, we were ushered through the side gate and on to the pitch, while the accompanying parents filed through the main turnstiles and into the stands. Histon FC had kindly set aside one stand just for the Hornets – though whether this was to protect the gentle ears of the young Hornets from the riper language in the other stands, or to protect the regular fans from the clamour of the Hornets is up for debate!
Before kick-off the Hornets had the chance to show off their tackling, shooting and passing skills on the pitch before lining up to form a guard of honour to welcome the players onto the pitch. A photo opportunity in the centre circle, and then it was into the stands to raise the roof in support of the home side. Ably led by one of the team’s assistant coaches, the boys were soon chanting and cheering as the match got under way.
With the scoreline still 0-0 at half time, the Hornets were back out on the pitch for some mini-matches of their own, with high-speed, rotating 5-aside games.
Despite vociferous and excited support from the Hornets players and parents, Histon FC were unable to secure a win, conceding the only goal of the match in the 61st minute, but they certainly won themselves some new fans, and hopefully the Stutes appreciated the additional support.
A great day out for all the boys, and one I’m sure they’d love to repeat.
Photo credit to Mark Hopkins
