by Slazenger HC
Slazenger Boys U14’s defence felt the strain in their latest round of matches.
Despite battling performances the back boys couldn’t prevent a 50 reversal at the hands of Ben Rhydding, a 10 defeat to Harrogate and a 7-1 beating by Thirsk.
Newcomer Ian Hedges war the singular success story from Slazenger’s stand point.
by Slazenger HC
Slazenger boy U16’s continued to make good progress in the Yorkshire Youth League at the weekend.
A tough first match against top side Rotherham ended 2-0 in the South Yorkshire side’s favour, but the goals came too late to respond. Neil Hutchins and Eddie Richardson spearheaded an outstanding Slazenger defensive display.
Slazenger hit back in the second game and, defeating Bradford 1-0 thanks to a Richard Hutchins strike.
Tiredness told in the third game, but dogged determination endured Slazenger gained credit from a goalless draw with Driffield.
by Slazenger HC
Slazenger Boys U14’s put in a series of creditable performances in their first outing of the season.
They lost by narrow margins to Bradford and Rotherham but managed a good 1-1 draw with Huddersfield.
George Sutcliffe, Richard Hutchins and Robin Ratcliffe stood out for Slazenger.
by Slazenger HC
A young Slazenger U10’s side has mixed fortunes in their first ever tournament. They were edged out 1-0 by Wakefield, drew 0-0 with Adel then lost through tiredness to Bradford.
Impressibe were Chris Wood, Jack Mumford, brothers Luke and Jordan Bell, and Elaine Dean.
Slazenger are holding a ‘taste it’ session on Sunday, November 26, for youngsters who want to try their hand at hockey.
Sessions will be held on the club’s astro-turf pitch from 9-10am for U12’s and from 10am to 12 noon for the over 12’s under the supervision of qualified coaches.
by Slazenger HC
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.
