This was a difficult game for VV Alkmaar as they came up against the form team of the competition FC Twente who gave them an absolute masterclass in top level football. Natasha entered the game with alkmaar totally under the pump and the game already out of reach and while she had limited opportunities with the ball she added some energy and she still produced several positive plays.

VV Alkmaar went from their first win of the league last week to a very disappointing 1-4 defeat at the hands of ADO Den Haag in a performance they will want to improve very quickly as their next game is against FC Twente who are absolutely on fire. They have one week to fix many issues.
After a very good 89minutes last week Natasha played 10minutes at the end of this game, entering when the score was 0-4. While she didn’t get many opportunities with the ball she still completed her passes at 100% forced some turnovers won a foul and did a nice short dribble with a penetrating forward pass.

Natasha’s league debut resulted the first league win of the season for VV Alkmaar and a strong performance by Natasha as she constantly troubled the Excelsior defence with her penetrating dribbles and precise passing game. She provided numerous key passes and had several shots at goals as she played a key role in helping VV Alkmaar secure a very convincing win.

VV Alkmaar produced a solid but hard fought win over Excelsior to claim their first win of the season (4-3).

Natasha played approximately 30 minutes on the wing where she played a little in her junior football but hasn’t played for many years now. She created a number of attacks and looked dangerous with the ball but it was great to see her open the burners and unleash that speed that she has spent years developing. Many people commented on just how fast she is and with more game time she will continue to terrorize defences with her speed and ball skills.

More snow then the locals have seen in decades has prevented this weeks game but another new and breathtaking experience for Natasha especially with the skating on the canals also happening thanks to the extremely cold conditions. The skating on the canals has not happened for 9 years so while the football has been delayed due to the extreme  conditions it is a magnificent experience in its place for the weekend.

Below is the highlights reel for Natasha’s first half of the season with VV Alkmaar. It has been a difficult season so far due to corona restrictions causing an interrupted and reduced game schedule and difficulties with video etc therefore these highlights come from only 6 games, however Natasha has made the most of it and made some quality plays and highlights including one of the best goals you will ever see. Enjoy!

Natasha played a friendly game, well friendly by name, against the Eredivisie Vrouwen leaders AFC Ajax. Ajax is loaded with international and top class players so it was a great opportunity for Natasha to experience playing against some of the best players in Holland. Natasha had a great game and really enjoyed the experience.

Alkmaar were very competitive and only just lost in what was a very good effort by the entire team.

Natasha played 90 minutes in this game, being the first game after the Christmas break for VV Alkmaar which was a friendly game against PEC Zwolle played at Zwolle. Natasha had a solid game looking very comfortable with the speed of the game and with the ball at her feet and creating a number of strong attacks. Overall a good game for Alkmaar as they played their best game of the season with a 1-4 win.

Natasha has made her debut for VV Alkmaar in an Eredivisie Cup game against Heerenveen. Natasha debuted in the second half and played 45 minutes in a game where her nerves clearly impacted on her play but also showing many positive signs with the potential that with more game time she can make a big contribution to the team.
A big thankyou to VV Alkmaar for the opportunity and to every coach, player, admin person and anyone who has contributed to Natasha’s development. Now it is time for her to put her head down and keep working hard.