Despite a solid performance, Slazenger Fifths were piped 3-2 by hosts Sheffield. The visitors hit the post three times in the first half and continued to puch after the break. But they were hit twice on the counter and, although they pulled level courtesy of Steve Wood and Gareth Ventom, Slazenger were condemned to defeat when Sheffield scored a third. Lee Secker was Slazenger's man of the match. … [Read more...] about Report: 05-10-2002 – Mens 5th’s (2) vs. (3) Sheffield Bankers
Sheffield Bankers
Report: 09-02-2002 – Mens 1st’s (1) vs. (2) Sheffield Uni Bankers 2nds’s
Slazenger conceded two last-gasp goals and the points against Northern Counties League visitors Sheffield University Bankers. After a slow start the home side dominated the game, putting continuous pressure on the Sheffield defence and it eventually paid off when Mark Butel broke the deadlock in the first period. Slazenger pushed for a second with Andy Foreman enjoyed success downthe left and some fine play from David Kaye. But they couldn't press home their advantage and in the second … [Read more...] about Report: 09-02-2002 – Mens 1st’s (1) vs. (2) Sheffield Uni Bankers 2nds’s
Report: 12-01-2002 – Mens 2nd’s (7) vs. (0) Sheffield Bankers 4th’s
Slazenger seconds' season finally came alive with an exhilarating 7-0 win over Sheffield Bankers. Mark Butel was in scintillating form with four goals and Lawrence Thornton, Jonny White and Gavin Kaye were also on target. Kaye had a particularly excellent game with some lively right-wing play. … [Read more...] about Report: 12-01-2002 – Mens 2nd’s (7) vs. (0) Sheffield Bankers 4th’s
Report: 10-11-2001 – Mens 2nd’s (1) vs. (2) Sheff Uni. Bankers
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
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
