Depleted Slazenger seconds made hosts Sheffield Bankers work hard for their 2-1 victory and the Yorkshire League 4 points. Andy Forman opened the scoring, but Slazenger were unable to capitalise fully on their advantage.Nevertheless, Slazenger retained their lead until ten minutes from time, but Sheffield equalised and five minutes later scored a scrappy second to leave the visitors feeling well and truly hard done by. On a positive footing, the Slazenger defence played some of its best … [Read more...] about Report: 10-11-2001 – Mens 2nd’s (1) vs. (2) Sheff Uni. Bankers
Sheffield Bankers
Report: 27-10-2001 – Mens 2nd’s (1) vs (2) Sheffield 4th’s
Slazenger second's disappointing away form continued with a 2-1 reversal at Sheffield fourths.Slazenger should take positives from the encounter, however, in the guise of Paul Wiper and man of the match Bob Wood who were outstanding. Sheffield opened the scoring, but Slazenger got back into contention with a deflected equaliser from Richard Whawell. Tempers frayed in the second half and twice Sheffield were reduced to ten men, but while Slazenger spurned their chances the hosts made to … [Read more...] about Report: 27-10-2001 – Mens 2nd’s (1) vs (2) Sheffield 4th’s
Report: 06-10-2001 – Mens 1st’s (4) vs (3) Sheffield Bankers
Kevin Windler closed with a hat-trick that clinched the points for Slazenger who bounced back from the previous week's defeat with this excellent first win of the season over strong East Pennine opposition. Slazenger were under pressure from the outset but good defending, led by captain Mark Swallow coupled with sound goalkeeping from Dave Hellam thwarted the home attack. An excellent strike from Windler gave Slazenger the lead and from another good build up Windler made it two. A … [Read more...] about Report: 06-10-2001 – Mens 1st’s (4) vs (3) Sheffield Bankers
Report: 09-12-2000 – Mens 2nd’s (3) vs (2) Sheffield University Bankers
Slazengers 2nd's had to dig deep for three points in their 3-2 win over Sheffield University Bankers. Things started brightly for Slazenger when Ben Graham converted a Jonny White cross to give them an early lead. Sheffield then began to settle and midway through the half they drew level. But Slazenger came back playing good hockey and Tim Carr finished off a move to take the lead going into the break. The home side started the second cycle in the ascendancy and despite Slazenger … [Read more...] about Report: 09-12-2000 – Mens 2nd’s (3) vs (2) Sheffield University Bankers
Report: 18-11-2000 – Mens 3rd’s (0) vs. (6) Sheffield Uni. Bankers
Slazenger thirds were given a lesson in finishing by hosts Sheffield University Bankers. Bankers had eight shots on goal, and scored from six without reply. Slazenger controlled the midfield but lacked bite up front. Man of the match went to Richard Whawell. Next up for Slazenger are Hull YPI at home on Saturday, push back 3pm. … [Read more...] about Report: 18-11-2000 – Mens 3rd’s (0) vs. (6) Sheffield Uni. Bankers
