Grantham took on Highgate in the Junior Premier League. They got off to a great start when Sam Kirton slotted the ball home after good work from Luke Thorpe, However town was quickly forced to reorganise when inspirational captain Joe Braithwaite went off injured. The reshuffled back line were caught out and Highgate drew level.
The second half saw an end to end game. Grantham took the lead when Tom Luto exchanged passes with Steve Johnson and finished well. The young gingerbread then took control of the game when Steve Johnson volleyed home from the edge of the box. The last 20 minutes of the game was backs to the wall stuff as Highgate poured forward, Town had to clear 4 chances off the line. But the defence held firm and an outstanding performance from Sam Kirton .