Slazenger fifths are celebrating after clinching promotion under the captaincy of Jim Heller of Yorkshire Division 9 - for the first time in their history. They confidently beat Chapeltown 4th's 4-1 with their purposeful passing always too much for the visitors. Midfield maestro Hadyn Foster pulled the strings throughout for Slazenger. Slazenger's goals came from Ian Gordon (2), Gavin Kay and Foster. Man of the match was Heller, who was in magnificent form between the posts. The … [Read more...] about Report: 11-03-2000 – Mens 5th’s (4) vs (1) Chapeltown 4th’s
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Report: 04-03-2000 – Mens 5th’s (3) vs.(2) Boston Spa 4th’s
Under-strength Slazenger men's fifth string was squeezed out 3-2 at Boston Spa fourths. Slazenger trailed just 1-0 at half-time but were rocked when the home side powered into a 3-0 second half lead. Claw-back goals by Paul Whitham and man of the match Haydn Foster combined with a gutsy display from Robin Barron were not enough to pinch a share of the spoils. … [Read more...] about Report: 04-03-2000 – Mens 5th’s (3) vs.(2) Boston Spa 4th’s
Report: 19-02-2000 – Mens 4th’s (2) vs. (2) Lincoln 3rd’s
Slazenger fourths played out a fiercely-contested 2-2 draw with Lincoln thirds. Slaz started stronger, taking the lead after a few minutes, courtesy of a well-struck goal from Ian Gordon, but Lincoln fought back hard and managed to level. David Smyth then put Slaz back in front, but Lincoln had the final say as they equalised following a counter attack. Man of the match Neil Hutchins and Graham Parker performed well for Slaz, who visit Ramgarhia at South Leeds Stadium on Saturday. … [Read more...] about Report: 19-02-2000 – Mens 4th’s (2) vs. (2) Lincoln 3rd’s
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. … [Read more...] about Report: 19-02-2000 – Mens 2nd’s (2) vs. (0) Leeds University
Report: 19-02-2000 – Mens 1st’s (5) vs (1) Scarborough 1st’s
Promoted Slazenger clinched the Yorkshire League Division 2 title with a thumping 5-1 triumph over Scarborough. Slaz exuded confidence, during what has been a great season, and put their opponents to the sword with some flowing moves. Man of the match Andy Forman provided chance after chance for scorers Neil Webb, Mark Butel (2) and Alec Gilston (2). Undefeated so far this season, Slaz travel to Boston Spa on Saturday. … [Read more...] about Report: 19-02-2000 – Mens 1st’s (5) vs (1) Scarborough 1st’s
