Briton Ferry began their Genero Adran Under 19's South campaign with a tricky trip to Ocean Park Arena to face Barry Town.
The Reds were given the chance to take an early lead with a penalty after 19 minutes. Olivia Kett-White scoring confidently from the spot kick.
Barry were level after 29 minutes, albeit fortunate as Olivia Hicks turned the ball past Courtney Young. Ella Smitham restored the lead though before half time with Grace Hughes assisting.
Half Time: Barry Town 1-Briton Ferry 2
Six minutes into the second half Gwen Strang set Emma Ferns to score Ferry's third.
With Barry unable to find a way back into the game Ferry leave Cardiff with a opening day win.
Full Time: Barry Town 1-3 Briton Ferry
Briton Ferry: Courtney Young (G), Grace Hughes, Hollie Tang (Ella Greenaway 26), Olivia Kett-White, Caoimhe Hancock, Mia Pritchard (C), Gwen Strang (Georgia Howells 77), Ella Smitham (Molly Dykes 64), Evie Norris, Olivia Hicks, Emma Ferns.
Goals: Oliva Kett-White 19 (P), Ella Smitham 37, Emma Ferns 51.
