FECKENHAM fell to a 3-0 reverse against Worcestershire rivals Barnt Green Spartak in Midland League Division Two.
Despite beginning as the brighter side, Feckenham found themselves 1-0 down at half time.
Both 17-year-old prospect Adam Garmson and Danny Murphy were wide of the mark with first half chances, while Jack Brimmell and Ben Cox were denied after the break by goal-line clearances before Spartak went onto seal the points through goals from Kevon Henry, Aldin Kahriman and Nathan Stoute.
Feckenham have added two more Alvechurch youngsters to their ranks with midfield player Sid Hicks and wideman Reece Edwards-Williams joining the Millers.
Together with Adam Garmston, they have all featured for Alvechurch's impressive youth side who currently sit top of the Midland Floodlit Premier Division South.
Feckenham have a local derby on their hands for Boxing Day when they entertain Redditch Borough at The Entaco.
Football also returns to the Entaco on New year's Eve when Feckenham face Coton Green.
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