Slazenger Mens 3rd's knew that only a win would do, however the last encounter with Chapeltown 4th's had been a cup match which had ended 4-1 to the opposition. As another team chasing promotion, it was going to be a tough encounter for the Horbury men. As such a close encounter, it began fast with both teams trying to gain the upper hand . Slaz surged forward and had a couple of early efforts go just wide of the mark. Chapeltown were dangerous on the break, using some swift and accurate … [Read more...] about Report: 17-03-2012 – Mens 3rd’s (4) vs. (2) Chapeltown 4th’s
Mens 3rd XI
Report: 10-03-2012 – Mens 3rd’s (5) vs. (1) Leeds 7th’s
Slazenger 3's went into the weekends match, anticipating a tough encounter and knowing that a win would be a boon to their promotion capaign; The previous (away) leg had resulted in a goalless draw. Slaz started jittery though at pace; fielding their usual formation, with the addition of newcomer Dave Gascoigne, the team looked stable and in control. The horbury team attacked quickly, and put pressue on the Leeds back line. However, the curse of the 3rds continued, being unable to convert to … [Read more...] about Report: 10-03-2012 – Mens 3rd’s (5) vs. (1) Leeds 7th’s
Report: 03-03-2012 – Mens 3rd’s (2) vs. (3) Garforth 1st’s
Slazenger travelled away to Garforth 1st's, looking for another win on the back of the previous weeks' victory. However, its was not to be, as they fell to two last minute goals at the hands of the hosts. Slazenger started quickly, though with the obvious absence of Skipper Andy Fisher. Ste Roberts and Luke Gueli controlled the midfield well, and with some fluid passing Garforth were quickly under pressure. Frustratingly, Slaz continue to struggle with their finsihing and were unable to … [Read more...] about Report: 03-03-2012 – Mens 3rd’s (2) vs. (3) Garforth 1st’s
Report: 25-02-2012 – Mens 3rd’s (10) vs. (0) Hull University 3rd’s
After their close defeat away to Hull University before christmas, the team were looking for a big win to put their promotion efforts back on track. with the squad back to full strength, this was duly delivered with a 10-0 victory over the visitors. Slazenger had not played a league match for a month, so were a little jittery in the first 5 minutes. However, they quickly settled in and returned to their quick passing style of hockey. It wasnt long before the home team were camped in the … [Read more...] about Report: 25-02-2012 – Mens 3rd’s (10) vs. (0) Hull University 3rd’s
Report: 28-01-2012 – Mens 3rd’s (0) vs. (0) Brigg 4th’s
Slazenger men's 3rd's hosted league high flyers Brigg 4th's at home, succeeding at holding them to a goalless draw. After putting 2 past Brigg to take a draw in the away leg, Slaz were looking to improve and take the 3 points. However, the task was easier said than done. The team struggled to get into a rhythm and their usual style of hockey was nowhere to be seen. That said, Brigg never appeared to be able to capitalise on this slow start, with both teams being evenly matched. The first half … [Read more...] about Report: 28-01-2012 – Mens 3rd’s (0) vs. (0) Brigg 4th’s
