Infinity FC look to future with confidence – despite second straight play-off final loss
Another season has ended in play-off heartache for Infinity – but they are taking heart from another fine SCFL Division 1 campaign and are ready to have another go at glory next season.
A goal by Ashton Leigh could not save them from a 2-1 defeat at Billingshurst in their play-off final – the second season in a row the Sidlesha-based side’s promotion dream has ended in the knockouts.
Billingshurst win promotion as a result but Infinity can hold their heads high.
Chairman Thomas Bone told us: “The players gave absolutely everything on the pitch and represented the club and badge with pride and determination from the first to the last whistle.
"We dominated a lot of the first half and created several good chances, but despite the team’s efforts the game remained goalless at half time.
"Billingshurst came out strong in the second half and took an early lead, with Ashton Leigh levelling the score shortly after with a fantastic free-kick just outside the 18-yard box.
"Unfortunately for us, Billingshurst managed to gain the advantage by netting a second goal and taking the lead.
"Naturally, there is disappointment as we all believed that we were capable of achieving promotion, but football can be cruel at times.
"We're all extremely proud of the each and every one of the lads and thank them for their efforts this season, as well as Declan Seiden and his management team, and massive thanks to all fans that have travelled and supported the team throughout the season.
"With back to back finals, we are looking ahead to next season’s campaign with confidence and look forward to Declan continuing his reign, him having taken over the manager’s role in January.”