Slazenger fifths made a bright start at Acomb thirds but eventually succumbed 5-3. Simon Randall put Slazenger in front, but the visitors conceded a soft goal and Acomb scored twice more before 'half-time to seemingly take control. Slazenger conceded a fourth just after the break when a tactical switch changed the complexion of the game. Haydyn Foster found Graham Parker in the D for goal number 2, and Parker found the net again to set up a thrilling climax. But Acomb made the game safe … [Read more...] about Report: 04-11-2000 – Mens 5th’s (3) vs (5) Acomb 3rd’s
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Report: 05-02-2000 – Mens 5th’s (1) vs. (2) Acomb 4th’s
Slazenger fifths gave a good account of themselves before eventually being edged out 2-1 by a strong Acomb fourths outfit. Simon Hurley scored after the break to level from a good short corner but succombed to a second-half match-winner. Slazenger travel to Adel to commence their come-back trail on Saturday, meet 1pm. … [Read more...] about Report: 05-02-2000 – Mens 5th’s (1) vs. (2) Acomb 4th’s
Report: 29-01-2000 – Mens 2nd’s (0) vs. (0) Acomb 2nd’s
A goalline clearance from man-of-the-match Wood ensureed a share of the spoils for Slazenger Seconds, who played out a 0-0 draw with Acomb seconds. Stu Howie missed a good chance for Slazenger, who will be aiming to return to winning ways at home to Ben Rhydding thirds on Saturday, pushback at 1:30pm. … [Read more...] about Report: 29-01-2000 – Mens 2nd’s (0) vs. (0) Acomb 2nd’s
Report: 04-12-1999 – Mens 1st’s (5) vs. (0) Acomb
Unbeaten Slazenger underlined their Yorkshire League 2 championship potential with a 5-0 thrashing of title contenders Acomb. The Horbury side took a good while to settle but held a slender on goal advantage by half time courtesy of another well worked short corner routine dispatched by Butel. Slazenger dominated after the break. Second-half scorers were Chamberlain (2), Wiper and Taylor. A fine performance from man of the match Swallow included two off-the-line saves. Slazenger travel … [Read more...] about Report: 04-12-1999 – Mens 1st’s (5) vs. (0) Acomb
Report: 02-10-1999 – Mens 5th’s (1) vs (0) Acomb 4th’s
Slazenger fifths edged a competitive away fixture over Acomb fourth string. Patrick Rivers goal five minutes from time after Haydn Foster had beaten the entire Acomb defence with some outstanding stick skill clinched it for the visitors. Slazenger goalkeeper Jim Heller was named man of the match for a magnificent performance that included a string of vital saves. Foster, Rivers, Lock and Barron also impressed. … [Read more...] about Report: 02-10-1999 – Mens 5th’s (1) vs (0) Acomb 4th’s
