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
Report: 28-09-2002 – Mens 1st’s (4) vs (7) Rotherham 1st’s
Slazenger's winning run came to an end as they went down 7-4 to a strong Rotherham outfit. Slazenger's goalscorers were Kevin Windler, a fine hat trick and Mark Swallow. On Saturday, Slazenger start their league campaign with the visit of Bradford 1.30pm start. … [Read more...] about Report: 28-09-2002 – Mens 1st’s (4) vs (7) Rotherham 1st’s
Report: 28-09-2002 – Mens 5th’s (0) vs (1) Leeds 5th’s
Slazenger fifths were beaten by the odd goal against Leeds fifths. There were encouraging displays from returning goalkeeper Les Secker, Adam Lancaster and Andy Fisher … [Read more...] about Report: 28-09-2002 – Mens 5th’s (0) vs (1) Leeds 5th’s
Report: 28-09-2002 – Mens 4th’s (3) vs (0) Rotherham 5th’s
Dave Smyth struck twice as Slazenger fourths beat Rotherham fifths 3-0. John Sykes was also on target. … [Read more...] about Report: 28-09-2002 – Mens 4th’s (3) vs (0) Rotherham 5th’s
