Slazenger Hockey Club

Harrogate

Report: 11-09-1999 – Mens 3rd’s (4) vs (0) Harrogate 4th’s

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Slazenger thirds eventually ran out comfortable 4-0 winners over Harrogate’s fourth string.

But they didnt achieve their goal without having to dig deep in an energy-sapping contest.

Young goalkeeper Thomas Panistone pulled off some fine saves to keep Slazenger in the game early on.

Slazenger got on top in the last 15 minutes and scored goals through Richard Tuddenham, the impressive Richard Whawell and man of the match Paul Wiper (2).

Harrogate scored their late consolation goall off a penalty flick.

On Saturday, Slazenger thirds travel to Bradford.

Report: 11-09-1999 – Mens 2nd’s (0) vs (3) Harrogate 3rd’s

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Slazenger seconds returned to ‘astro’ with a bump being thumped 3-0 by harrogate thirds.

Slazenger absorbed so much pressure in the first half that it was inevitable that something would have to give. But man of the match John Bagshaw overcame early injury fears to keep the half-time deficit down to a single goal.

Graham and Swinden worked well together in midfield in the second half. Slazenger played well in spurts though the 3-0 scoreline suggests a tough season ahead.

Slazenger entertain Bradford on Saturday, start 1.30pm.