Bingley Bees

Report: 06-10-2013 – Ladies 2nd’s (8) vs. (0) Bingley Bees 2nd’s

October 6, 2013 by Slazenger HC

The second game of the weekend was a cup game against Bingley Bees second team.

With people stuck at work we ended up with a bare 11 players up against a 15 woman squad. Slazengers got stuck straight into the challenge and at half time it was 6-0. With fatigue setting in the second half was used to our advantage using the ball to do the work and giving our defence chance to shine.

The end result was 8-0 with a goal from Stacey Drake, a goal from Natasha Wiper, a goal from Donna Wood, a goal from Andrea Wallace and a storming 4 goals from Sue Hope. It will be unsurprising to hear man of the match went to Sue Hope who got the drinks in! Well played ladies.

Report: 21-09-2013 – Mens 3rd’s (3) vs. (2) Bingley Bees

September 21, 2013 by Slazenger HC

Slazengers last pre-season friendly against Bingley Bees, proved to be ideal preparation before the start of their league fixtures next week.

The opposition were a young, skilful side, who despite going a couple of goals behind within the first 20 mins, scored by Aidan Hopkinson and Dan Levitt, were not easily deterred and gave the home side lots of problems to think about.

The goals had come slightly against the run of play and Bingley didn’t waste time in getting back into the game. Where as they were decisive and looked dangerous in attack, Slazengers were wasteful in possession, lacked imagination and were grateful for the half-time whistle having seen their lead disappear after conceding 2 goals in quick succession, due to poor marking.

The second half proved to be a close affair with both sides battling hard for dominance, but Slazengers improved their passing game and looked to be gaining the upper hand when the game was briefly paused to allow frayed tempers to cool. On the restart, Slazengers continued to press and a clever deflected shot past the impressive Bingley keeper, by midfielder Luke Gueli, allowed the home team a hard fought victory.

Report: 03-03-2012 – Ladies 2nds (3) vs. (2) Bingley Bees 2nd’s

March 8, 2012 by Slazenger HC

Slazenger Ladies 2nds continue to in their race to the top, after a close encounter away at Bingley Bees. The team overcame high temperatures and driving rain in addition to the official opposition, coming out 3-2 up.

Slaz were quick to start, and applied some strong pressure to the home side. However, a fast break from the Bingley side gave them the advantage, with an opportunist goal. Slaz fought back, with Sue Hope bagging the equaliser. This was swiftly followed up by a further goal from Elle Poskett, putting them ahead.

Bingley Bees contined to be dangerous, equalising in short order. However, with 2 minutes left on the clock, a well worked short corner was dispatched by Lisa Minchella, giving them the win.

Report: 08-01-2012 – Boys U12’s Tournament – The Great Escape

January 8, 2012 by Slazenger HC

The great escape..
Having been promoted onto the c pitch Slazenger were confident we could move up again. Life however does not always go to plan…

Slazenger (0) vs. Bridlington (1)
Playing Bridlington first Slazenger were camped in the oppositions half with a handful of chances coming to sub Harry Gunning who couldn’t convert them.

Slazenger (1) vs. Doncaster (2)
Caught on a counter attack and left with only Daniel Alderson the goalie to beat the skilled Brid centre forward rounded the keeper and fired home. Having played well with no reward the boys were keen to get a win from Doncaster. Both teams were equally competitive with Tom Atkinson and Joshua Coe working down the wings. A well worked corner gave Donnie an early goal. Working to up our pace Matthew Chilton was subbed on as left wing and a pace from Matthew to Harry gave Joshua a golden opportunity and he slotted in his second goal for the club. Doncaster gave as good as they got and an inability to clear a free hit from the left wing gave Donnie a second goal just before the whistle.

Slazenger (1) vs. Rotherham (1)
Having played good competitive hockey with no win the boys needed a strategy. An upped tempo was asked for against Rotheram and was given. Both teams equally keen to score but Jacob Dennison dogged defence kept out all comers. Another assist from Gunning put a defender in the firing line and he popped a great ball in to his own goal. To be fairMatthew Chilton was on his shoulder waiting to tip it in. That bug bear of clearing a free hit from the side gave Rotheram a well worked goal and Slazenger a deserved draw.

Slazenger (0) vs. Bingly Bees (0)
Two games left and the boys needed to pick up points. Bingly Bees provided real challenges and entertainment for any onlookers as both teams battled end to end giving their all in a fierce but well mannered game. Great hockey but a blank nil nil result…

Slazenger (3) vs. Leeds (0)
The final game then, and hardly any points picked up and a goal difference of minus two. A win was a must but against Leeds, who have some outstanding players who ran rings around us last time out. Well to use a football term ‘it was like watching Brazil.’ Ryan Denton acting in a sweeper role commanded the middle of the pitch controlling the ball and passing well, Jacob and Tom were solid in defence snuffing out any attacks whilst Harry fed the ball to Matthew on the left or Josh on the right playing confident triangular passes that left Leeds standing marking thin air…Josh scored coolly at his favourite back post position whilst Matthew and Harry split the defence twice for Matthew to fire home twice. All that was left was the finally moment of drama with a breakaway player for Leeds to be one on one with Danny and no help arriving. Danny slid his full body blocking the goal and keeping a clean sheet.

That meant the boys stay on the C pitch to fight another day….

Report: 19-11-2011 – Ladies 2nd’s (2) vs. (1) Bingley Bees 2nd’s

November 22, 2011 by Slazenger HC

Slazenger Ladies 2nds also returned to winning ways, hosting Bingley Bees on Saturday; keeping promotion hopes well within sight. In a quick game of end to end hockey, several periods of sustained pressure from Slaz were enough to seal the win.

Slaz started brightly, with some great passing play from the midfield. Good passing moves and attacking play from Nez Rollinson, Lauren Carruthers put the visitors under pressure early on. Slaz looked to have secured the early lead with a deflection in from Donna Wood, but it was disallowed by the umpire, as their view was blocked by other players!

The first goal came reletively late on in the half, given the fluid play and passing momentum which the Horbury supplied in periods. A passing move through midfield set up Sue Hope to slot the first away.

Slaz were not going to have it all their own way. With minutes left in the first half, Bingley Bees broke, scoring the equaliser.

With 15 minutes left to play, a through ball found Sue Hope who scored her brace and securing the win for the home side.

Slaz soaked up the pressure for the remainder of the game, taking the win and 3 points.

Next week they travel away to Doncaster Independents

Report: 13-03-2011 – Boys U12’s

March 13, 2011 by Slazenger HC

SLAZ FIGHT BACK TO SECURE PROMOTION
Slazenger’s U12 entered their last tournament after a mixed season that has seen them move onto the C pitch of the Yorkshire league. The team were confident that skills worked on in training could be put to good use. In the end, a strong performance will promote the team back to the ‘B’ pitch next year.

Slazenger Boys U12 (1) vs. (0) Bingley Bees
In their first game against Bingley the team were a bit at sixes and sevens getting late onto the pitch as the game was about to start. After a frantic first few minutes the boys got into their stride with Nick Caldersly and Ryan Denton working well on the right. Pressure in the opponents half led to a short corner for Slazenger’s. Nick was fed the ball from Harry Gunning and confidently scored. Slazenger 1 – 0 Bingley Bees

Slazenger Boys U12 (2) vs. (0) Kirklees
Almost immediately Slazenger’s were back on the pitch to play Kirklees (Huddersfield Dragons). The boys played confidently and played well with Nick Caldersly again and Elliot Kaye taking their chances and scoring quickly. A scare at the back with a counter attack saw keeper Daniel Alderson work hard keeping out a consolation goal and being equal to any challenge on his goal. Slazenger 2 – 0 Kirklees

Slazenger Boys U12 (0) vs. (1) Doncaster
A third game against a well organised Doncaster side saw both teams attack and defend equally well. Late in the game Doncaster attacked down the wing and although tackled by Ben Stevenson the Doncaster winger got a cross away. Ryan Denton whose defending is always dependable scuffed a clearance and caused an uncharacteristic own goal as the ball sliced in the wrong direction. The whistle blew before any further response could be made. Slazenger 0 – 1 Doncaster

Slazenger Boys U12 (1) vs. (0) Harrogate
Keen to make up for an unfortunate mistake the U12 boys attacked Harrogate in numbers in their fourth game. Ethan Peel ran the length of the pitch and pounced on a clearance from the Harrogate keeper. He shot low and scored. Slazenger 1 – 0 Harrogate

Slazenger Boys U12 (1) vs. (1) Ben Rhydding
The final game against Ben Rhydding had the boys fired up as they are traditionally a strong hockey side. Changing formation saw Harry Gunning move to centre forward and Jacob Dennison move onto the left wing. Slaz again attacked in numbers and defended equally well. A counter attack from a lost ball saw Ben Rhydding move swiftly down the left wing and slot home what they thought was the winner, but grim determination and confidence from other games saw Slazenger attacking again without fear. Ben Rhydding saw their own short corner stolen off them by Harry Gunning at the top of the D who he ran a full pitch length run around three defenders and even though Nick Caldersly and Elliot Kaye called for the ball Harry rifled the shot and beat the keeper coolly in the final minute to force a draw. Slazenger 1 – 1 Ben Rhydding.

Report: 01-10-2005 – Ladies 2nd’s (1) vs. (1) Bingley Bees 2nd’s

October 1, 2005 by Slazenger HC

Newly promoted Slazenger began their third division campaign in front of a home crowd and earned a hard-fought draw.

The highly motivated Slazenger side were keen to make their mark in the new division and came out all guns blazing.

The first half was evenly fought, with both sides failing to convert their opportunities into goals. Colt player Tessa Downs joined the squad for the first time this season, playing well on the left. Unfortunately for the home side, Captain Mills tore ligaments in her thumb which resulted in her not being able to continue.

After the break Bingley continued to apply pressure but were unable to make the breakthrough due to the strong defending skills of player of the match Julie Finch. But after 20 minutes Bingley finally broke the deadlock to take a slender lead.

Not to be deterred, Slazenger held their heads up and in the final minutes of the game Chelsea Armitage ran high and latched onto a ball from midfield before skilfully setting up Julie Bacon who slotted home the equaliser.

Slazengers next game will be away to Dewsbury, tomorrow.

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