National Stadium.

The lanky striker will require strict attention from the Dandy Town defence if they are to prevent the Zebras from capturing the trophy for the ninth time.

After appearing in four finals and coming out on the losing side on each occasion Lightbourne said that he is confident his team will finally be able to turn the tables this time around.

Said Lightbourne: "I feel that we're going to win it this year.

"We'll have to concentrate on doing simple things and not let Dandy Town get on top of us. We need to go at them from the beginning.'' The 23-year-old Lightbourne said that he and his team-mates are really gunning for the FA Cup, as none of the present members have ever won it: "The trophy we really want is the FA (Cup).

"We were trying for the triple crown, but if we win the FA (Cup) the guys will be really excited.'' Lightbourne has enjoyed his best season scoring wise, although he still regards the 1989-90 campaign when he was voted the league's Most Valuable Player award and also led the league in scoring.

He credits his team-mates with presenting him with opportunities as well as a healthy mental outlook on performing each week.

"The guys have been creating chances that have turned into goals.

"I've been up for each game. Every week I look forward to playing,'' said Lightbourne.

Critical to his game are the first few touches. And if these are sharp and crisp it could signal a long afternoon for his opponents. The Hornets' defence will want to be at its absolute best to hold out a `starved' Lightbourne, hungry for his first taste of the FA Cup.

A consistent member of the Bermuda national squad for the past four years, Lightbourne has grown into one of the most feared stikers on the Island, which is indicated by the 32 goals he has scored this season. What makes that figure all the more impressive is the fact that it is higher than the total amount registered by eight different First Division clubs in league play.

Lightbourne's consistent play over the past few years has finally bore fruits in the form of trials with English Fourth Division club Northampton. The six-week trial period is scheduled for July/ August and will see Lightbourne travelling abroad with Neil Paynter of Dandy Town and Boulevard's Albert Smith.

Lightbourne said that his soccer ambition has always been to play professionally and seeing the success enjoyed by those currently performing overseas has heightened his hopes.

"To see others making it makes me feel that I can make it to,'' said Lightbourne. "I've talked to Meshach (Wade) and he told me that he thinks I have the ability and just have to be strong in my commitment.'' And if he can continue to perform with the level of maturity and determination shown this season, PHC's loss will be Northampton's gain.