The matchup between Sheffield Elite and Sheffield Sharks under 12s marked a significant local derby for the team, especially following a challenging defeat in their previous game. The players entered the contest with a renewed determination to showcase their skills and commitment. 

Throughout the match, both teams exhibited remarkable tenacity, engaging in a fierce battle characterised by impressive drives and strategic steals that kept the game exciting.  Sheffield Elite, comprised of a predominantly young roster, is in a phase of continuous learning and development, showing noticeable improvement with each passing week. However, the experience and physicality of the Sharks proved to be a formidable challenge for the Elite players. Despite this, the young team demonstrated commendable ball movement and spacing, which allowed them to create several scoring opportunities, showcasing their potential and growth on the court. 

The second quarter saw the Elite team executing some excellent passing sequences that resulted in open shots, contributing positively to their scoring efforts. As the game progressed into the second half, the focus shifted towards defensive strategies aimed at limiting the Sharks' scoring opportunities, leading to a more intense effort in securing loose balls and rebounds. Although the Sharks managed to capitalise on their fast break opportunities and made several effective shots, the Elite players displayed great hustle and resilience. 

With a break in competitive fixtures next weekend, the under 12s are eager to prepare for their upcoming friendly against Rotherham Hawks, setting their sights on the subsequent match against Dream Chasers.