After a losing streak, tactical mastermind coach Jonny White had come up with the perfect solution to Slazenger’s problems. Today was the day to try the coach’s new formation; with captain Nez switching to her new role, leading the team from a centre forward position.
From the start Slaz where switched on like light bulbs and causing Adel problems; who had spent their warm up time sat in the changing rooms rather than on the pitch. There was some excellent passing, including several impressive 3D passes from Elle Poskett and player of the match Julie Finch. But it was the same story again for Slaz who failed to score, and a break from Adel just before half time made it 1-0 to the away team.
Clearly inspired by the team talk, Slaz started the second half well; creating many chances that required good saves from the Adel keeper. Natasha Wiper and Stacey Binns came close to scoring but it was another frustrating afternoon for the ladies. Adel soon made it 2-0 after the ball was cleared by the defence straight to attack.
Despite a strong second half display, Slaz couldn’t pull any goals back and Adel went onto score a 3rd late on, making it 3-0 this was whilst Slazenger’s were pushing forward to try and score. However it needs to be said that the score did not reflect the game. Slaz were defiantly the better side and all it will take for this side to become a great side is a win and given the many positives taken from the performance the ladies will build on this for ready for a win next week on their visit to York.
