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
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Report: 10-11-2001 – Mens 4th’s (0) vs (3) Boston Spa 3rd’s
Slazenger fourths suffered an unfortunate 3-0 reversal at Yorkshire League 8 rivals Boston Spa thirds. While the score line suggests otherwise, it was, in fact, a close encounter but Slazenger simply failed to capitalise on several good half-chances produced by the unstinting effort of Andy Auty and Richard Hutchins in midfield. Slazenger trailed by just one goal at half time and went into the second stanza brimming with confidence. But after fending off Boston Spa for much of the half, … [Read more...] about Report: 10-11-2001 – Mens 4th’s (0) vs (3) Boston Spa 3rd’s
Report: 24-03-2001 – Mens 5th’s (1) vs (9) Boston Spa 4th’s
Slazenger fifth's young side was cruelly exposed by the late withdrawal of key players against and older and much stronger Boston Spa fourth XI. The visitors won 9-1. Slazenger battled manfully and deserved their consolation goal scored by Steve Wood. … [Read more...] about Report: 24-03-2001 – Mens 5th’s (1) vs (9) Boston Spa 4th’s
Report: 04-11-2000 – Mens 4th’s (3) vs (1) Boston Spa 4th’s
Slazenger fourths secured another victory at the weekend, this time a 3-1 success over Boston Spa fourths. Slazenger were 2-0 up by half-tim with goals from Ian Gordon. Boston pegged one back early in the second half, but Slazenger picked up the pace and made the game safe with a third goal scored by James Walker. … [Read more...] about Report: 04-11-2000 – Mens 4th’s (3) vs (1) Boston Spa 4th’s
Report: 01-10-2000 – Boys U16 Tournament
Slaz U16's fought hard but couldnt break through the York City A defence as they went 1-0 down. Jonathan Clewlow had a good game in midfield but was blocked at every turn, while Eddie Richardson had a great game in defence. The U16's then had a bad day against Boston Spa as they were thumped 4-0. Gavin Kaye and Neil Hutchins made vital tackles for Slaz, but weight of numbers and some clever short corner routines proved telling in the end as Spa held sway. … [Read more...] about Report: 01-10-2000 – Boys U16 Tournament

