Slazenger Men's 3rds took to the pitch after a long break as a result of winter weather, coming away with a well fought 2-1 victory. The team started brightly, attacking swiftly. Chapeltown rose to the pressure however, and the first 20 minutes was a continual back and forth as both teams fought for dominance. The Slazenger defenders; Chris Hopkinson, Alan Bates and Paul Johnson held the line admirably, preventing the team conceeding. As the match approached the half hour mark, it was … [Read more...] about Report: 15-01-2011 – Mens 3rd’s (2) vs (1) Chapeltown 4th’s
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Report: 15-01-2011 – Mens 2nd’s (8) vs. (2) Sheffield Hallam 7th’s
After a Month break due to Christmas and bad weather Slaz 2nd team started 2011 with a home match and an 8-2 win over Sheffield Hallam 7s. Unlike the score line suggests it was a close match with both teams battling for control of the midfield. From the push back both Slazengers and Sheffield could have taken the lead with some good opportunities that weren’t taken advantage of. But with a strong looking partnership of Anwar Al-Khaili and Matt Banks in the midfield Slaz took the lead, and were … [Read more...] about Report: 15-01-2011 – Mens 2nd’s (8) vs. (2) Sheffield Hallam 7th’s
Report: 15-01-2011 – Mens 4th’s (2) vs (5) Barnsley Dev.
Slazenger's first league game since the Christmas break was a spirited affair against Barnsley. Both teams were evenly matched. Barnsley enjoyed some early possession and quickly converted that pressure into a goal. Slazenger did respond to the set back and tried to start playing some quick, passing hockey. Unfortunately, after some attacking breaks in the opposition half they conceded two more sloppy goals. Both were very similar in that they left the defence isolated and Barnsley … [Read more...] about Report: 15-01-2011 – Mens 4th’s (2) vs (5) Barnsley Dev.
Slazenger Summer Solstace Tournament
It may seem like a long time off, but this summer, Slazenger is planning to rerun the Summer Solstace tournament after a 10 year absence. When it last ran, it was a sevens tournament, with teams from the local area and further afield playing over 2 days. It was a weekend of great competitive hockey and socialising, with approximately 10 mens and 10 ladies teams playing for the title of tournament champs.It would be greatly appreciated if anyone who was involved with the last event, or competed … [Read more...] about Slazenger Summer Solstace Tournament
HOCKEY CANCELLED
Fairly obvious however as many will gather there is still a foot of snow on the Hockey Pitch. Therefore............Hockey this weekend will be cancelled! FOR ALL! Please keep in touch with our website for regular updates.For the hardy, beers are being participated on Saturday afternoon 4pm onwards...see you there! … [Read more...] about HOCKEY CANCELLED
