Slaz had a few key players missing, but gelled very well together, playing better hockey than they have for weeks against a team 2 divisions higher in the semi-final of the cup. It was close all the way through and there was never more than one goal in it. Slaz never gave up and had great fluid play with the ball. Brigg were on the back foot much of the game even though they were ahead by a goal for half the game. Although losing the slaz side all enjoyed their Sunday game, and look … [Read more...] about Report: 13-11-2011 – Mens 1st’s (1) vs. (2) Brigg 1st’s
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Report: 13-11-2011 – Ladies 3rds (3) vs. (5) York University 2nd’s
The game was a very fast paced game with Slazenger's making some great opportunities to score. York had the first push back and Slazenger's were straight on the ball sure that York would be able to get round the team as easy as they thought. York University managed to break through a gap and scored the first goal of the game. However, this didn’t down hearten the Horbury side and they kept their heads up positive that they could bring back the goal difference. The response from Slazenger was … [Read more...] about Report: 13-11-2011 – Ladies 3rds (3) vs. (5) York University 2nd’s
Report: 13-11-2011 – Boys U10’s at Weetwood
Slazengers having moved up a Division and holding their own last time out; again faced tough opposition against some more well established teams. With an excellent squad turnout once again, Slazenger were warmed up and ready to go... Slazenger (0) v (0) Leeds Leeds pushed hard, but with good decisive tackling from the well organised Slazenger defence they stopped all attacks on goal and Harry Buttery made a great save against a well fought short corner. Slazengers were well disciplined and … [Read more...] about Report: 13-11-2011 – Boys U10’s at Weetwood
Report: 12-11-2011 – Mens 3rds (8) vs. (0) Rotherham 4ths
Slazenger 3rds got their first league win on the board in emphatic fashion, with a 8-0 win over local rivals Rotherham 4th's. In recent games, Slaz seemed able to create many chances, without the ability to convert them to goals. This was rectified this weekend. Slaz started in brisk fashion, pressing the Rotherham defence within minutes. Rotherham seemed to be caught on the back foot, and struggled to contain the pressure. This was proven right, when John Sykes netted the first of his hat … [Read more...] about Report: 12-11-2011 – Mens 3rds (8) vs. (0) Rotherham 4ths
Report: 12-11-2011 – Ladies 1st’s (10) vs. (0) Newcastle 1st’s
Slazenger got back to winning ways with a convincing win against North league regulars Newcastle Ladies 1sts. In the following order: The 1st goal came from Ailish Hendry 10 minutes in with a single handed effort defeating several players, carrying it across the D to the right post, then flicking the ball reverse stick into the left corner. Mandy Smith secured the second 15 minutes in. A strong strike from the edge of the D left the keeper with no chance of stopping it. This was … [Read more...] about Report: 12-11-2011 – Ladies 1st’s (10) vs. (0) Newcastle 1st’s
