Slazengers Ladies 2nds continue their fight for promotion, with an important win which keeps them in contention. 2nd place in the league is now contested by Slaz and 3 other teams, with only 1 point seperating them all. Slaz had a steady start to the game, though came through with a 3-0 win. Daisy Gee-Sanders scored the opener, with Sue Hope securing a brace to wrap up proceedings. The 2nds will hope to keep the wins coming with a trip to Driffield 3rd's next week. … [Read more...] about Report: 21-01-2012 – Ladies 2nds (3) vs. (0) Leeds 3rd’s
Report: 21-01-2012 – Ladies 3rd’s (1) vs (0) Otliensians 2nd’s
Slaz ladies 3rds returned to the pitch after a week away due to frost. However, they were quick to get back to winning ways with a 1-0 victory over the Otliensians 2nds'. After the first encounter of the league ended in a draw, new captain Gemma Whittam was quick to take the reigns, and put Slazenger in the driving seat this time. The hard fought battle against Otley was end to end action, with several close efforts for both teams. However, with new player Lauren McQueen making her debut … [Read more...] about Report: 21-01-2012 – Ladies 3rd’s (1) vs (0) Otliensians 2nd’s
Report: 21-01-2012 – Mens 1st’s (3) vs. (0) Wakefield 3rd’s
Slazenger mens 1st's continued their run of success eventually coming out top against local rivals Wakefield 3rd's. Slaz had an early start away to Wakefield, but some strong passing play across the pitch and attacking down the wings ensured that it wasn't a wasted trip. Wakefield employed a very experienced defence, which kept the Horbury side at bay. At times the home side did break away down the pitch, but fast interceptions and strong tackling from Simon Chamberlain left Wakefield few … [Read more...] about Report: 21-01-2012 – Mens 1st’s (3) vs. (0) Wakefield 3rd’s
Report: 21-01-2012 – Mens 2nd’s (0) vs. (4) Barnsley 1st’s
Slazenger mens 2nds had a tough home encounter with Barnsley 1st's, though were unfortunately run out 4-0. The scoreline does not entirely reflect the game, as for large stretches of the match, Slaz looked to be in control of the game. A series of defensive slips in the first 20 minutes allowed Barnsley to capitalise and net 2. The goals did work to spurr the team on, though unfortunately, the pressure could not be converted into goals. Shots from Simon Randall, and Byron Dean went … [Read more...] about Report: 21-01-2012 – Mens 2nd’s (0) vs. (4) Barnsley 1st’s
Report: 21-01-2012 – Mens 3rd’s (2) vs. (0) Rotherham 4th’s
Slazenger mens 3rds continued their winning run with a victory from a bloody encounter away to Rotherhams 4th team. While the win was secured with a 2-0 margin, the team took their time to secure both the opener. A combination of some tenacious back line work from Rotherham, poor pitch and dissapointing performance from Slaz in the oppositions "D" prevented a higher scoreline. Slaz pressed from the start, and spend large portions of the time wihtin the home teams half. Some strong … [Read more...] about Report: 21-01-2012 – Mens 3rd’s (2) vs. (0) Rotherham 4th’s
