AFTER a long, hard season, Little Oakley Blues were crowned B League champions of the Colchester and District Under-14s League.

In a season where they only lost one match, the Acorns scored over 100 goals and conceded on average of less than a goal every game.

After lifting the C League title just two seasons ago, the boys will now ply their trade in the A League for the 2016/17 season.

Captain Joe Watt, who lifted the trophy, said: "We're close friends as well as team-mates, which has often been the difference during close matches.

"This is our second league title in two seasons and we're now looking forward to next season in the A League."

Pictured in the back row, from left, are Harry Baker, Charlie Gueizelar, Keenan Brown, Greg Rodger, Joe Watt, Owen Brand, Joshua Herbert and Max McDonald.

In the front row, from left, are Mitchell Good, Ollie Wright, Ben Carran, Owen Hawkins, Rem'A Eagle and Josh Mant.