Depleted Slazenger were ultimately beaten by a three-goal second-half blast from Stockton in division 2 of the Northern Counties League. The visitors started well and dominated the game for the majority of the first half. But the home side scored just before the break and the goal shook Slazenger's confidence. The second half was disappointing for Slazenger who struggled to contain the hosts' swift, incisive breaks. Man of the match Simon Chamberlain was outstanding in the visiting … [Read more...] about Report: 16-02-2002 – Mens 1st’s (1) vs. (4) Stockton 1st’s
Mens 1st XI
Report: 09-02-2002 – Mens 1st’s (1) vs. (2) Sheffield Uni Bankers 2nds’s
Slazenger conceded two last-gasp goals and the points against Northern Counties League visitors Sheffield University Bankers. After a slow start the home side dominated the game, putting continuous pressure on the Sheffield defence and it eventually paid off when Mark Butel broke the deadlock in the first period. Slazenger pushed for a second with Andy Foreman enjoyed success downthe left and some fine play from David Kaye. But they couldn't press home their advantage and in the second … [Read more...] about Report: 09-02-2002 – Mens 1st’s (1) vs. (2) Sheffield Uni Bankers 2nds’s
Report: 01-02-2002 – Mens 1st’s (1) vs (2) Halifax 1st’s
Slazenger's team, already depleted by injury and illness, had to play much of the game with just ten men following the dismissal of Windler and it proved too great a hurdle to overcome at Halifax. The match started off at a fast pace with both teams creating chances. Both Butel and Windler went close for the visitors following some slick passing. But the harsh dismissal of Windler, compounded by a Halifax goal, left Slazenger with an uphill task. The visitors held firm and. in the … [Read more...] about Report: 01-02-2002 – Mens 1st’s (1) vs (2) Halifax 1st’s
Report: 26-01-2002 – Mens 1st’s (0) vs. (2) York 2nd’s
Depleted Slazenger also lacked sufficient quality to stifle North East Pennine League Division 2 rivals York.Gritty defending through the first half kept the scores level. Paul Wiper and man of the match Warren Sheppard provided positive midfield play, but the side lacked penetrative flair up front. Outstanding goalkeeping from Dave Hellam denied York until five minutes from time when the Minster men struck twice in quick successions. … [Read more...] about Report: 26-01-2002 – Mens 1st’s (0) vs. (2) York 2nd’s
Report: 19-01-2002 – Mens 1st’s (3) vs. (1) Billingham 1st’s
Billingham's robust defence frustrated Slazenger early on but the Horbury men recovered to win comfortably in the end. Nick Webb fired in a fierce shot to open the scoring, but Billingham replied with a breakaway goal and things looked worrying for a while. But Kevin Windler settled Slazenger nerves with a solo run from halfway and an excellent finish from a tight angle. And Keith Whittle sealed matters when he followed up well from a short corner. The valuable three points ensure … [Read more...] about Report: 19-01-2002 – Mens 1st’s (3) vs. (1) Billingham 1st’s
