ETHAN Vale bagged a hat-trick as Santiago Colts under-11s Allstars came from behind to beat Phoenix United 6-1.

Joe Wathen scored twice and Josh Donaghey also hit the back of the net.

Santiago Colts under-10s Crusaders started the New Year with a bang, beating Olton Ravens Youth 6-0.

Reece Brown scored three, while man of the match Rogan Jennings added a brace and Ryan McCarthy grabbed the other.

Santiago Colts under-10s Green had a fine 3-0 win over Phoenix Rangers, with strikes by Jamie Venables, McKenzie O’Sullivan and an own goal seal victory. Tony Thompson was man of the match.

Santiago Colts under-15s Girls start the New Year in style with a fine 2-1 win over Kewford Eagles in the League Cup, as Megan Bailey and Reah Scott hit the back of the net.

Santiago Colts U11 Superstars went down fighting 8-2 to unbeaten Redditch Eagles, with Ryan Harper and Tom Fellows scoring.

There was a 10-0 defeat for Santiago Colts under-16s Rednal at the hands of Premier League Champions Northfield Town in the Open Cup.