Superior organisation in midfield and defence helped Slazenger fifths to an impressive 5-2 success against Leeds fifths. Slazenger were without injured 'keeper Jim Heller and had to draft in ladies goalkeeper Becky Burnell whose vital saves in both halves kept Leeds down to two goals. Slazenger's scorers were man-of-the-match Gavin Kaye (3) and Richard Baker (2). … [Read more...] about Report: 27-11-1999 – Mens 5th’s (5) vs (2) Leeds 5th’s
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Report: 27-11-1999 – Mens 4th’s (1) vs (4) Normanby Park
Slazenger 4th's suffered a disappointing 4-1 defeat against Normanby Park. Slazenger conceded the first goal midway through the opening half, but battled back well and a superb opportunist effort from John Sykes hauled them level. However, they fell behind again before half time. Slazenger improved considerably in the second half but despite super attempts from father and son, Ian and Paul Wiper, Slazenger were unable to add to their tally. And Nomanby fired back with two more goals … [Read more...] about Report: 27-11-1999 – Mens 4th’s (1) vs (4) Normanby Park
Report: 27-11-1999 – Mens 3rd’s (0) vs (4) Leeds University 3rd’s
Slazenger thirds were out played by Leeds University thirds and crashed to a 4-0 defeat. Slazenger conceded three goals early in the game and then fought resolutely to keep the scoring down. Young goalkeeper Thomas Penistone deserved a lot of credit for his gutsy performance and there was an impressive display from sweeper Micky Turner. Both played key roles in keeping the score to respectable proportions. … [Read more...] about Report: 27-11-1999 – Mens 3rd’s (0) vs (4) Leeds University 3rd’s
Report: 27-11-1999 – Mens 2nd’s (1) vs (1) Tadcaster 1st’s
Slazenger seconds battled out a 1-1 draw with Tadcaster firsts. Slazenger approached the match in confident mood after a strong performance the previous week. However, Tadcaster struggling at the wrong end of the table belied their position with an enterprising start that produced a surprised early goal. Slazenger hit back almost immediately. For the rest of the half, they played fast, skillful hockey. Mark Swinden produced a powerful performance to earn himself the man of the man of … [Read more...] about Report: 27-11-1999 – Mens 2nd’s (1) vs (1) Tadcaster 1st’s
Report: 27-11-1999 – Mens 1st’s (4) vs (0) Normanby Park
Slazenger burst back to winning ways with a fluid four goal display to firmly establish themselves at the top of division 2 in the Yorkshire League. Industrious Mick Webb crowned a man-of-the-match performance with two well-taken goals and two scores from Mark Butel confirmed Slazenger's overall superiority. Dave Hellam secured another clean sheet in goal. On Saturday, Slazenger entertain top-of-the-table rivals Acomb and have the perfect opportunity to confirm their credentials as a … [Read more...] about Report: 27-11-1999 – Mens 1st’s (4) vs (0) Normanby Park
