Slazenger Seconds showed real determination in battling back from two goals down to eventually beat host Sheffield University Bankers 3-2. The home side went 2-0 up early on but Lawrence Thornton halved the deficit before the break. In the second half, the visitors improved and leveled through Alec Gilston, who also went on to claim the winner. On Saturday, Slazenger entertain Sheffield Fourths, push-back 12 noon. … [Read more...] about Report: 02-11-2002 – Mens 2nd’s (3) vs. (2) Sheff Uni Bankers
Report: 19-10-2002 – Ladies 1st’s (1) vs. (0) Thirsk 1st’s
Slazenger Ladies maintained their 100 percent record in the Yorkshrie Premier League following a fantastic team performance at Thirsk. After soaking up early pressure, with keeper Sally Merchant-Edge making a spectacular diving save, Slazenger began to exert their influence on the game. … [Read more...] about Report: 19-10-2002 – Ladies 1st’s (1) vs. (0) Thirsk 1st’s
Report: 19-10-2002 – Mens 5th’s (2) vs. (0) Huddersfield 9th’s
Slazenger fifths blend of experience and youth proved successful as they beat Huddersfield Ninths 2-0. Veterand Alan Killey, Steve Wood and Dave Smyth dominated the midfield and it was Wood and his son Christopher who combined for the game's opening goal. Ten year old Chris latched onto a pas from Steve to score on his debut. Killey added a second goal from a short corner routine to secure three points. Outstanding for Slazengers were youngsters Adam Lancaster, Gareth Ventom and man … [Read more...] about Report: 19-10-2002 – Mens 5th’s (2) vs. (0) Huddersfield 9th’s
Report: 05-10-2002 – Mens 5th’s (2) vs. (3) Sheffield Bankers
Despite a solid performance, Slazenger Fifths were piped 3-2 by hosts Sheffield. The visitors hit the post three times in the first half and continued to puch after the break. But they were hit twice on the counter and, although they pulled level courtesy of Steve Wood and Gareth Ventom, Slazenger were condemned to defeat when Sheffield scored a third. Lee Secker was Slazenger's man of the match. … [Read more...] about Report: 05-10-2002 – Mens 5th’s (2) vs. (3) Sheffield Bankers
Report: 05-10-2002 – Mens Vet’s (3) vs. (5) Alderley Edge
In their first outing of the season, Slazenger Veterans were knocked out of the National Cup 5-3, by visiting Alderley Edge. Slazenger went 2-0 down before Ian Garcia's opportunistic strike pulled them back in it. Alderley restored their two-goal cushion but Dave Smyth scored again for the hosts to give them a chance. But the visitors sealed the win with another strike, although skipper Geoff Birkett snatched a late consolation for Slazenger. … [Read more...] about Report: 05-10-2002 – Mens Vet’s (3) vs. (5) Alderley Edge
