Slazenger 2nd’s exorcised their ghosts against university opposition with a 3-1 win over Hull University 2nd’s. Richard Whawell’s sharp finishing produced the first goal as he latched onto the rebount off his first-shot to force the ball home. Veteran Simon Miller then turned in a vintage performance to smash home two further goals, the pick […]
Report: 21-10-2000 – Mens 2nd’s (2) vs. (0) Sheffield Hallam
Slazengers shrugged off a poor first-half to take the spoils against Hallam. After a goalless and dour first-half, Slaz came out fighting and it wasn’t long before the stale-mate was broken courtesy of an outstanding goal from James Swindon. Minutes later, Swindon teared through to bag his second, with Slaz’s defence managing to hold out […]
Report: 14-10-2000 – Mens 2nd’s (2) vs (2) Sheffield Bankers
Slazenger seconds gained a hard-earned point from a 2-2 draw with Sheffield Bankers. James Swinden and Andrew Birkett worked a neat one-two fir the latter to chip the goalkeeper for the opening goal. Slazenger came back strongly but Slazenger dug in and then made the most of a defensive slip, Jonny White slotting home coolly. […]
Report: 30-09-2000 – Mens 2nd’s (4) vs. (3) Lincoln
Slazenger 2nds did something they didn’t do for most of last season – start playing from the first whistle – as they overcame Lincoln 4-3. Midway through the first half, Slaz were cruising at 3-0 up, courtesy of striked from Swinden (2) and Tuddenham, only for Lincoln to pull one back. Disaster struck two minutes […]
Report: 23-09-2000 – Mens 2nd’s (2) vs (2) Leeds 2nd’s
Slazenger 2nd’s claimed a draw in their keenly- contested encounter with Leeds 2nd’s. On a hot, sticky day, Slazenger were fortunate to be just 1-0 down at the break, but several substitutions were made and the score was levelled in the early stages of the second half. They should have gone in front soon after, […]
Report: 08-04-2000 – Mens 2nd’s (1) vs. (7) Wakefield 3rd’s
Slazenger seconds were beaten 7-1 by hotst Wakefield. Slazenger took the lead through James Swinden, but a change of formation at half time ensured Wakefield thirds completed a comfortable win in their last match of the season.
Report: 19-02-2000 – Mens 2nd’s (2) vs. (0) Leeds University
Slazenger seconds hit top form to beat top of the table Leeds University 2-0. J Swinden gave Slaz the lead when he converted a fre hit into the D from Walker, with Andy Birkett capping an excellent performance with a well-executed second to seal things. Man of the match was Mark Swinden.
Report: 12-02-2000 – Mens 2nd’s (4) vs. (1) Doncaster 4th’s
Slazenger seconds recorded a fine 4-1 victory over Doncaster fourths. A superb strike from man of the match Mark Swinden set the standard. Other goals followed in the second half from brother James Swinden, veteran Ashley Smith and Andy Birkett. Next up for Slazenger is a real make-or-break affair on Saturday at Leeds University.
Report: 05-02-2000 – Mens 2nd’s (1) vs. (1) Ben Rhydding 3rd’s
Slazenger seconds were held to a 1-1 draw by Ben Rhydding thirds a frustrating result as Slazenger led fof most of the game. Graham tucked away the opener following a series of short corners. Slazenger sat back on their lead after the break on and paid the price in the dying moments. Slazenger entertain Doncaster […]
Report: 29-01-2000 – Mens 2nd’s (0) vs. (0) Acomb 2nd’s
A goalline clearance from man-of-the-match Wood ensureed a share of the spoils for Slazenger Seconds, who played out a 0-0 draw with Acomb seconds. Stu Howie missed a good chance for Slazenger, who will be aiming to return to winning ways at home to Ben Rhydding thirds on Saturday, pushback at 1:30pm.
