Dwight Nelson, Star Writer

Grange Hill's Ryan Gayle (left) and Cornwall College's Jason King lock arms in a midfield battle in Saturday's Ben Francis KO game between the two schools at Jarrett Park. Grange Hill won the game 4-2 on penalties. - adrian frater

Garvey Maceo booked their place in the semi-finals of the rural Area Ben Francis KO Cup competition after beating former champions Clarendon College 3-0 at Brancourt on Saturday.

It was a one-sided affair with Garvey Maceo totally outclassing the Garfield Robinson-coached Clarendon College.

Garvey Maceo took the lead in the 30th minute when Daniel Callaghan headed the ball past goalkeeper Kirk Harris. Eight minutes later Callaghan put his team in a two-goal lead when he tapped a ball deflected off Clarendon College Krishna Steers past Harris.

The second half was no better for Clarendon College. The attack-minded Garvey Maceo got several chances at goal and were rewarded in the 62nd minute when ace striker Ashton Bennett collected a pass in the 18 yard box and booted home past substitute goalkeeper Andre Blake.

An elated Jeffery Hewitt, Garvey Maceo's coach lauded his team for displaying excellent football on a good playing surface, while losing coach Garfield Robinson says his team gave it their all and he is now looking for a fine performance in the daCosta Cup.

Goals

Saturday's scores: Rusea's 2 Manchester High 0; Dinthill 1 Fair Prospect 0; Grange Hill 2 Cornwall 2 (Grange Hill advanced 4-2 on penalties).