Slazenger 3rd's took a break from the regular league matches to open their account in the Yorkshire Mens "E" Cup. Slaz was looking for a good start after a stuttering beginning to the season, racing out at the start and instantly putting Harrogate under pressure. Slaz began playing some fast hockey, moving the ball through the midfield and out to Captain Paul Corney, leading the way up front. Few chances went close, but Slaz hindered themselves playing at such a high speed. As the half … [Read more...] about Report: 08-10-2011 – Mens 3rd’s (3) vs (0) Harrogate 5th’s
Mens 3rd XI
Report: 01-10-2011 – Mens 3rd’s (3) vs (3) Normanby Park 2nd’s
Slazenger 3rds started their league campaign on Saturday against Normanby Park and in swealtering conditions were unfortunate to only come away with a draw. The game started quickly, with both teams eager to take control early on. However, it was Slazenger who put the pressure on in the early minutes of the game. Wingers Alex Calderley and Robin Brearton provided the width, making cutting runs, and chanelling the ball across the pitch. Several chances went close, with strikers captain … [Read more...] about Report: 01-10-2011 – Mens 3rd’s (3) vs (3) Normanby Park 2nd’s
Report: 09-04-2011 – Mens 3rd’s (3) vs (2) Grimsby 2nd’s
Slazenger Mens 3rd team finished the season on a high, after beating the league leaders on their home turf. Slaz traveled out to Grimsby on the last day of the season, looking to finish on the same good form they had demonstrated the week earlier. The game started quicker than usual, with both teams looking for the illusive first goal. Slaz pressed hard, and were well in side Grimsby's half within minutes. Great work from midfielder Andy Fisher controlled the centre ground, and distributed it … [Read more...] about Report: 09-04-2011 – Mens 3rd’s (3) vs (2) Grimsby 2nd’s
Report: 02-04-2011 – Mens 3rd’s (5) vs. (0) L.A.Carnegie
Slazenger Mens 3rds got back to form just in time for the penultimate weekend of the season, with an impressive 5- 0 victory over Leeds Adel Carnegie. With three games to games to go, Slaz were looking to finish on a high. The game began at a quick tempo, with Slaz making a lot of movement, putting immediate pressure on L.A. Carnegie. The midfield worked well, with Lee Secker, Andy Fisher and Steve Johnson linking up well to push clear into the oppositions half. However a strong defensive … [Read more...] about Report: 02-04-2011 – Mens 3rd’s (5) vs. (0) L.A.Carnegie
Report: 26-03-2011 – Mens 3rd’s (1) vs (4) Leeds 7th’s
A weakened Slazenger 3rd team struggled against visitors Leeds, starting slowly and never really picking up the pace during the first half. Their cause wasn't helped when Steve Johnson had to leave the field, injured by one of his own team mates. Despite a lot of effort, the home team could not get hold off the ball and consequently failed to have any decent possession. The home side were lucky to be only 1-0 down at half-time. The second half started a little better, with debutant and man … [Read more...] about Report: 26-03-2011 – Mens 3rd’s (1) vs (4) Leeds 7th’s
