The pitch, although soft in patches, held up well but took the youngsters some time to adjust their footing.

Going to the sheds 0-0 at half time, whoever scored first would pinch the win – which is what Regan Payne (elevated from the under-14s) did eight minutes into the second half.

“It was fitting reward for the group who work hard and plenty will have their opportunities in the higher grades in the coming years,” Bears football manager Shane Johnson said.