Folkestone Optimists W4s kicked off their Invicta Division 3 campaign in style, securing a confident 3–0 away win against Bexley 2s.

The Ops started with composure, positioned in 'screen', moving the ball cleanly through midfield and testing Bexley’s defence from the first whistle. Their pressure paid off when open‑play breakthrough arrived courtesy of Natalie Harvey, who pounced on a loose ball and slotted home with trademark calmness.

Folkestone continued to dominate possession, earning a well‑worked penalty corner midway through the half. The routine was executed with textbook discipline clean injection, controlled stop, and Harvey's unstoppable reverse hit.

For the final goal, Folkestone strung together a series of short, quick passes, slicing through Bexley’s defensive line with patience and intelligence.

Dani Hopkin slipped the ultimate assist into space.
Natalie Harvey met it in stride and buried her third — a hat‑trick sealed with style, teamwork, and total control.

Clean sheet for Lucy and her defense.

Player of the Match: Natalie Harvey.
Three goals and a performance that set the tone for the season.

This wasn’t just a victory — it was a first win in Invicta Division 3, and a message to the rest of the division that the Ops Ladies 4s have arrived with intent, structure, and firepower.