In preparation for the resumption of their league programme, Slazenger enjoyed a fine win over Division 2 rivals Sunderland. Youngster Richard Whawell enjoyed a rare run out in the firsts, opened the scoring after just two minutes and Keith Whittle doubled the lead two minutes later. But Sunderland fought back with goals either side of Whittle's second strike and scored again after a penalty from Slazenger's Mark Swinden to make the score 4-3. Another goal from Swinden and one … [Read more...] about Report: 12-01-2002 – Mens 1st’s (6) vs (3) Sunderland 1st’s
Report: 12-01-2002 – Mens 2nd’s (7) vs. (0) Sheffield Bankers 4th’s
Slazenger seconds' season finally came alive with an exhilarating 7-0 win over Sheffield Bankers. Mark Butel was in scintillating form with four goals and Lawrence Thornton, Jonny White and Gavin Kaye were also on target. Kaye had a particularly excellent game with some lively right-wing play. … [Read more...] about Report: 12-01-2002 – Mens 2nd’s (7) vs. (0) Sheffield Bankers 4th’s
Report: 12-01-2002 – Mens 3rd’s (0) vs (2) Normanby Park 2nd’s
Slazenger thirds, desperate for points in Yorkshire League Division 6, lost out 2-0 in their closely fought game at Normanby Park seconds. The visitors were caught flat-footed in the early minutes and found themselves 1-0 down. Andy Birkett and Simon Miller looked to bring Slazenger back into the game and they thought their efforts had reaped rewards when Andy Birkett cut the ball back to Geoff Birkett who touched the ball on for James Walker to fire the ball home. But the goal was … [Read more...] about Report: 12-01-2002 – Mens 3rd’s (0) vs (2) Normanby Park 2nd’s
Report: 12-01-2002 – Mens 4th’s (2) vs (3) Boston Spa 3rd’s
Slazenger fourths surrendered a 2-0 half-time lead and were eventually beaten 3-2 by Boston Spa thirds. Veterans Ian Gordon, capitalised on Slazenger's superiority with two first half strikes but the second period witnessed some fiercely fought hockey. Slazenger competed well with Si Killy and man of the match Ricky Wilby in outstanding form. But Boston clawed their way back into the game and, having levelled the game at 2-2, scored the winner in the closing minutes. … [Read more...] about Report: 12-01-2002 – Mens 4th’s (2) vs (3) Boston Spa 3rd’s
Report: 15-12-2001 – Mens 1st’s (4) vs (4) Wakefield 1st’s
an exciting derby game witnessed visitors Wakefield come back from two goals down and score a last-gasp equaliser to share the spoils against an in-form Slazenger. The North Hockey League division 2 east contest started brightly and it was the home side who made the early running. They took the lead through Kaye and looked comfortable with defenders Swallow and Shaw solid at the back. The hosts doubled their lead after a fine solo effort from Mark Butel and came close to making it three … [Read more...] about Report: 15-12-2001 – Mens 1st’s (4) vs (4) Wakefield 1st’s
