Ladies 2nd XI

Report: 24-09-2016 – Ladies 2nd’s (2) vs. (0) Halifax 2nd’s

September 24, 2016 by Slazenger HC

So the season started with a fresh looking team; moving up into a higher league and ready for the challenge of playing an established team.

Slazengers were on the attack straight away having a lot of the attacking possession. New girl to the club Tuscany Mellor scored the first goal for Slazengers giving them the lead they deserved and before half time Claire Dunstan put another away.

After half time there were a few saves from Halifax the most notable being Claire Dunstans narrow miss with the post! The game finished 2-0 to Slazengers after a great effort from everyone. A clean sheet for Lisa Chappell on her return and Man of the match for Mollie Gilbert who had a strong game in defence.

Well done ladies.

2016 Ladies Section Information

September 7, 2016 by Slazenger HC

As summer begins to fade into autumn we reach the start of yet another hockey season. It’s time to reflect on what has gone by and look forward to 2016-17. I apologise for the length of this post, but it is all important information.

2015/16 Season

First of all and most importantly, as the incoming ‘Ladies Chair’ I would like – both personally and also on behalf of the Section – to thank the outgoing Ladies Chair Hayley Wood for her commitment and dedication to this role for so many years. Hayles has held this position since I joined the Club and I can honestly say that she is one of the most amazing people I have ever met. It will be a shockingly hard job to even get close to filling those boots. I can only promise to try and continue in the same vein as Hayles and will regularly be consulting her for guidance! Now on to last year’s hockey – from a playing perspective the 2015/16 highlight was the 2nd team’s promotion to Yorkshire League 1. This reduced the gap between them and the 1st team (who also recorded their highest position for a number of years in North Division 2 SE – congratulations to last year’s Captain Ailish Hendry). However this club is not just about the higher teams – we were just as delighted with the 3rd and 4th teams performances and League positions, especially given the struggle with regular availability last season.

2016-17 Strategy

This year the Ladies Section’s main aim is to maintain the league position of all 4 teams. It is important for the Club that we continue to support all levels of hockey from beginner to advanced. We are relying on you all to give us as much commitment as you can, plus enough notice of your availability so that we can ensure all teams are adequately supported each week. Please be supportive, whatever team you are asked to play for, as this means we can put out 4 competitive teams every week, which is the best thing for the section.

Ladies Training

Pre-season is now finished and regular training begins this coming Thursday (8th September) 7.30-10pm. As in previous seasons the 3rd and 4th team will train from 7.30-8.30pm with Linda Stacey and the 1st and 2nd teams will train from 8.30- 10pm with James Cowden (work permitting). Please ensure that you arrive early enough for a warm up. Training is not only free (included within Subs), but is an important part of playing a team sport. Players are expected to attend regularly and should notify their Captains if they cannot make it. Please remember that we have Coaches who freely give their time and experience to help us play better on a Saturday and we need to provide a good turnout so they are able to organise productive sessions. You may also be asked to train with a higher team as well as your normal team; this is to try to help you develop further as a player, so make the effort to attend if possible.

Squads, Teams and Kit

We have been watching some of you pre-season and will continue to do so in the next couple of weeks at training. Squads will be decided shortly but it is fair to say that for the first few weeks, teams may be fluid as we try to create 4 regular and workable teams with the right combination of youth and experience. Please note that selection is always agreed by the Committee on a weekly basis and we may be unable to satisfy everyone. However if you do have any concerns, by all means feel free to come and talk to me about it. In addition, we are changing shirts this season. Yorkshire Catering Equipment Ltd (yce.co.uk) are sponsoring the entire club, allowing us to maintain shirt prices at £10. The new shirts can be ordered from Captains (sample sizes are available to try). Everyone will need to buy one so we can maintain a consistent look throughout both the Ladies Section and the Club. Other Slazenger kit (hoodies, tracksuits, socks and skorts) is also available for ordering.

Slazenger Club Day

This year our Club Day will be on the 10th September – we have cleared the schedule so everyone is free to come down and have some fun. Please make every effort to come down, and perhaps even bring a friend! There will be mixed half pitch games for all abilities from 1pm – 5pm, followed by a social in the evening.

Subscriptions & Registration

The cost of Subscriptions at Slazenger is low compared to other clubs in the area (especially as it also includes training costs). Please make an effort to pay ASAP if you are going to play this season – this helps make Captains’ lives easier not having to chase people. It would also be great if this year we could be the first section to collect all their subs! Just to make it really easy, you can also pay by Standing Order, which works out at less than £7 a month. For people wanting to pay by cash or cheque the cost is £80. If subs are not paid or a standing order is not started by the end of October, then the Club policy is that you won’t be selected. In addition, everyone who is going to play must fill in the registration form which is enclosed. Please fill this in ASAP and pass to your Captain, ideally along with your subs.

‘The Committee’ and how to contact us

The 2016/17 Ladies Committee this year is below. All of us are very approachable and will always be happy to discuss any issues or questions that you might have at Training, Games or Socials. Please also feel free to use our direct email (Ladies@slazengerhc.co.uk) or Facebook to contact us – you can always use a private message if you want. There is also a Slazenger Hockey Club Facebook page which you may be aware of and you will shortly be invited to a specific Ladies Section Facebook Page (if we can find you on Facebook). If you received this email you are already on the Club mailing list so will receive any important mailings this way too.

Ladies Chairperson – Helen Hough
1st Team Captain – Kelly Whittam
1st Team Vice Captain – Lisa Minchella
2nd Team Captain – Stacey Drake
2nd Team Vice Captain – TBC
3rd Team Captain – Sarah Ritchey
3rd Team Vice Captain – Beth Prince
4th Team Captain – Julie Bailey
4th Team Vice Captain – TBC
Fixtures – Lisa Chappell
Umpires – Lizzie Tunstall

Thanks and enjoy your season!
Huffy & the Committee

Report: 12-12-2015 – Ladies 2nd’s (4) vs. (1) Wakefield Wanderers 1st’s

December 12, 2015 by Slazenger HC

On a very wet miserable day Slazengers went out on the attack as usual, Wanderers keeper and defence had their work cut out and managed to keep many shots out but Slazengers managed to get 3 in.

Wanderers managed to pull a goal back only for Slazengers to score again to finish the game. Goals scored by Mollie Gilbert, Hannah Field and 2 for Karen Woodhead. Final score 4-1 to Slazengers.

Player went to Hannah Field.

Report: 05-12-2015 – Ladies 2nd’s (2) vs. (1) University of Leeds 4th’s

December 5, 2015 by Slazenger HC

Arriving at a windy cold Leeds with 11 players to their 16 it looked like it was going to be a challenge.

Slazengers went out hard as always but the first 10 minutes saw Leeds looking like the stronger team. Slazengers settled into their game and then took control.

Claire Dunstan was the first to find the back board giving Slazengers the lead. Slazengers defended well when Leeds had the ball with some excellent saves and clearances from short corners. Claire Dunstan then drew the Leeds keeper to her and slipped the ball to Katie Minchella for her to put the ball away. Leeds managed to pull a goal back and then Slazengers defended a last whistle short corner to keep the 3 points.

Player went to Katie Minchella.

Report: 22-11-2015 – Ladies 2nd’s (4) vs. (0) Hull University 1st’s

November 22, 2015 by Slazenger HC

For the second weekend in a row Slazengers had 2 games. The game started in a cold, wet and rainy Hull but Slazengers went out hard and had most of the possession and control.

By half time Claire Dunstan and Naomi Frith had scored 2 goals each and Hull had little chance on goal. The second half didn’t see any goals scored by either side but Slazengers continued to control play. Final score 4-0 to Slazengers.

Player of the match went to Amy Brereton.

Report: 21-11-2015 – Ladies 2nd’s (1) vs. (5) Huddersfield 2nd’s

November 21, 2015 by Slazenger HC

With both teams at the top side of the league it was going to be a tough game. Both teams went out hard and at half time there was no score despite Slazengers having chances.

After half time Slazengers managed to break through and a goal from Naomi Frith started things going. Unfortunately Slazengers were unable to hold the lead and Huddersfield went on to score 5 goals. Final score 5-1 to Huddersfield but this did not reflect the effort and standard of play from Slazengers.

Man of the match went jointly to Sarah Hobbs and Naomi Frith.

Report: 14-11-2015 – Ladies 2nd’s (5) vs. (1) Wakefield 4th’s

November 14, 2015 by Slazenger HC

The message from our captain this weekend was WIN WIN WIN and that is what the Slazenger’s ladies 2nd team set out to do from the off.

The Slazenger’s ladies pressed hard from the off, keeping possession in the attacking ‘D’. Wakefield gained a lucky break and scored with a lifted shot into the top left corner. Slazenger’s did not let their heads drop and retaliated with a great goal from Claire Dunstan. This saw the half time score 1-1.

The Slazenger’s ladies continued to keep possession in the attacking ‘D’ from the start of the second half and this was rewarded with a goal come from Naomi Frith. Slazenger’s where awarded a short corner from open play, this was saved by the Wakefield keeper, however Claire Mills received the ball and put it in the back of the net. Ellie Page scored the next goal from open play. Claire Dunstan was quick off the mark for the final goal, taking it from Wakefield just after the restart from half way and scoring just before the final whistle.

Final score Slazenger’s 5 – 1 Wakefield.

Player went to Sarah Ritchey.

Report: 15-11-2015 – Ladies 2nd’s (0) vs. (3) Halifax 2nd’s

November 14, 2015 by Slazenger HC

Going into the second round of the cup we knew things would be difficult playing against a team in a higher league. Slazengers started well with a lot of attacking play and Halifax not having much action.

At half time Slazengers still couldn’t get a goal in despite many opportunities. Some extra Halifax players arrived then giving them extra fresh legs and they managed to score 3 in the second half and despite valiant efforts Slazengers just couldn’t get past the Halifax keeper.

End result 3-0 to Halifax but a well battled game. Player went to Alex Gilbert.

Report: 17-10-2015 – Ladies 2nd’s (0) vs. (3) Lindum 2nd’s

October 17, 2015 by Slazenger HC

A number of factors meant that Slazengers travelled away to Lincoln with a variety of players with only 6 regular players available. Despite this Slazengers defended well and kept spirits high.

Lindum did manage to score just before the half time whistle. Slazengers continued to defend well not conceding any short corners but Lindum managed another 2 goals and Slazengers narrowly missed a few chances finishing the game 3-0 to Lindum.

Everyone that travelled have everything they had and their support and dedication to the club has not gone unnoticed. Player of the match went to Sue Hope

Report: 10-10-2015 – Ladies 2nd’s (6) vs. (2) Leeds University

October 10, 2015 by Slazenger HC

With a special line up containing 2 players that have been MIA for a few seasons and another player who has an adorable 2 week old baby, Slazengers got off to a strong start. Plenty of attacking play, passing and moving and the work off the ball was phenomenal.

Leeds Uni did manage to get some time on the ball, scoring 2, but were never in front or drawing level because Slazengers got an amazing 6 goals!! Scorers were Elle Poskett, Claire Mills, Sue Hope, Naomi Frith and 2 goals and player of the match for Mollie Gilbert!!