Slaz got off to another flying start with Mark Swindon and Paul Wiper creating havoc in the Harrogate midfield. Slaz looked really strong up front again with Dan Perry making some good runs and creating a groove in the pitch from the right half to the left wing! Jack Kitchen got his wood out for […]
Report: 02-02-2013 – Ladies 2nd’s (1) vs. (1) Harrogate 4th’s
After a succession of cancelled matches due to snow and ice, Slazenger 2nds were keen to play this fixture on a cold but sunny Saturday. As the whistle blew Slazengers sprang into action, passing the ball with accuracy and fluency, and moving purposefully around a surprised Harrogate. Their first attack came down the right wing, with a strong […]
Report: 10-11-2012 – Ladies 3rd’s (1) vs. (1) Harrogate 5th’s
Slazenger’s ladies 3rds took on Harrogate at slazenger’s. With both teams equal on points, the prospect of the game was mouthwatering, and it didn’t disappoint. The game was end to end with Slazenger’s putting the ball into the D but failing to convert. Slazenger’s maintained the pressure but were caught on the break early in […]
Report: 13-10-2012 – Mens 1st’s (1) vs. (3) Harrogate 2nd’s
The game got off to a good tempo from both teams moving the ball around very well and creating good attacking chances early on. Both defences held off the final chances well. Adam Drake had a good solid game in defence. Harrogate took the lead in the first half with a successful short corner routine […]
Report: 22-09-2012 – Ladies 2nd’s (1) vs. Harrogate 4th’s (2)
Slazenger Ladies 2nd’s travelled away to Harrogate 4th’s for their first game of the season, but unfortunately were overturned with a 2-1 loss. The first half was a tough experience for the newly promoted side, as Harrogate pressed the visitors. The home side scored 2 goals against a Slaz team who struggled to find a […]
Report: 04-03-2012 – Boys U14’s Tournament at Harrogate
In my match report after our last trip to Harrogate in December, I noted that our next tournament was just 2 weeks away. How wrong could I be? With three successive cancelled tournaments, Slazenger travelled to Harrogate 3 months later with 16 boys including two boys on their first tournament; Elliot Golding & Lee Stringer. […]
Report: 18-02-2012 – Ladies 2nds (1) vs. (0) Harrogate 5th’s
The ladies 2nds were engaged in league competition against Harrogate 5th’s. Their discisive 1-0 victory over Harrogate 5th’s, moves the team back into 2nd position and promotion spot. With 6 games left, its likely to be a photo finish for the league title. [singlepic=1350,450,300,,center] Slazenger started out with a high tempo, passing the ball swiftly […]
Report: 16-10-2011 – Slazenger Boys U16′s Tournament (Pocklington)
A disappointing day for the Slazenger U16 Boys, which began with high hopes and some initial positive play. Due to Ben Rhydding not being able to raise a team, the boys were asked to play four matches on the trot at Pocklington, totalling 100 minutes hockey. While they persisted, the back to back matched took […]
Report: 08-10-2011 – Mens 3rd’s (3) vs (0) Harrogate 5th’s
Slazenger 3rd’s took a break from the regular league matches to open their account in the Yorkshire Mens “E” Cup. Slaz was looking for a good start after a stuttering beginning to the season, racing out at the start and instantly putting Harrogate under pressure. Slaz began playing some fast hockey, moving the ball through […]
Report: 13-03-2011 – Boys U12’s
SLAZ FIGHT BACK TO SECURE PROMOTION Slazenger’s U12 entered their last tournament after a mixed season that has seen them move onto the C pitch of the Yorkshire league. The team were confident that skills worked on in training could be put to good use. In the end, a strong performance will promote the team […]
