Slazenger Hockey Club

Halifax

Report: 24-09-2016 – Ladies 2nd’s (2) vs. (0) Halifax 2nd’s

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So the season started with a fresh looking team; moving up into a higher league and ready for the challenge of playing an established team.

Slazengers were on the attack straight away having a lot of the attacking possession. New girl to the club Tuscany Mellor scored the first goal for Slazengers giving them the lead they deserved and before half time Claire Dunstan put another away.

After half time there were a few saves from Halifax the most notable being Claire Dunstans narrow miss with the post! The game finished 2-0 to Slazengers after a great effort from everyone. A clean sheet for Lisa Chappell on her return and Man of the match for Mollie Gilbert who had a strong game in defence.

Well done ladies.

Report: 24-09-2016 – Ladies 1st’s (2) vs. (2) Halifax 1st’s

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Slazengers got off to a struggling start with visitors Halifax putting the pressure on early with significant attempts on goal. However, the girls in green remained strong defensively with consistent impressive saves in the air from their GK; Tracey Lorriman. After a tough opening phase, Slazengers took the lead with a goal from Jessica Rudge.

After a change in formation into the the second half, Slazengers stepped up their pace and were challenging Halifax even more than they anticipated and dominated the game.

Halifax then levelled the score line at 1-1 which did not dishearten the team but caused them to dig deep for another. Shortly followed a goal from Frankie Tyrell who gave Slazengers the advantage they needed with a 2-1 lead.

As tensions rose Halifax had a player suspended from the pitch and Slazengers were able to maintain their lead. However, in the closing minutes, Halifax managed to score another goal which lead to a 2-2 draw.

Overall an impressive game with great team spirit.

Report: 15-11-2015 – Ladies 2nd’s (0) vs. (3) Halifax 2nd’s

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Going into the second round of the cup we knew things would be difficult playing against a team in a higher league. Slazengers started well with a lot of attacking play and Halifax not having much action.

At half time Slazengers still couldn’t get a goal in despite many opportunities. Some extra Halifax players arrived then giving them extra fresh legs and they managed to score 3 in the second half and despite valiant efforts Slazengers just couldn’t get past the Halifax keeper.

End result 3-0 to Halifax but a well battled game. Player went to Alex Gilbert.

Report: 03-10-2015 – Ladies 1st’s (3) vs. (5) Halifax 1st’s

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Slazengers ladies first team got off to a great start this Saturday, with an early goal in the first 4 minutes. A visionary pass into the circle from Andrea Wallace to the far post was secured nicely into the back of the net by Helen Hough. Despite a large amount of support from the Slaz sideline, the lead was short lived. Halifax retaliated with a goal in the next two minutes and another goal at 8 minutes.

Some strong play from both teams gave a few chances for goals at either end of the pitch, but Slazengers were next to score. 5 minutes before half time, Helen Hough slipped an underarm pass to Jessica Rudge who finalised the goal, to finish the first half at 2-2.

Halifax came back strongly at half time, scoring quickly after the restart at 37 minutes and followed with 2 more goals. Slaz replied at 66 minutes with top goal scorer Jessica Rudge scoring again, but it was too late for Slaz who suffered a 5-3 loss. Commendable performances went to Lisa Minchella and debut star Alice Gascoigne.

Report: 21-03-2015 – Mens 2nd’s (2) vs. (3) Halifax 2nd’s

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Slazengers mens 2nd team suffered only their 2nd defeat in 8 games at home to Halifax on Saturday, eventually losing 3-2. Halifax were a skillful direct side and Slazengers struggled to adjust their play to suit. Early pressure came meaning the Slazengers defence and keeper were having to work hard to keep Halifax at bay. Somewhat against the run of play, Slazengers took the lead when a deflected cross fell to John Sykes who dispatched a bouncing ball first time to score.

Halifax responded well and changed their system pushing 3 players high. Slazengers struggled to cope and eventually went in at half time 2-1 down. The second half saw Slazengers lose Dan Atkinson through injury and whilst Slazengers were re-organising, Halifax increased their lead. Slazengers didn’t lie down however and began to put Halifax under pressure forcing a free hit outside the ‘d’. Matt Stacey took this himself driving into the ‘d’ before beating the defender and firing home to bring Slazengers within one.

Halifax defended well for the rest of the game and despite Slazengers best efforts, they didn’t look like they were going to get the equaliser. Slazengers will look to bounce back on Saturday away at Huddersfield.