Wakefield Ladies fourths visited local rivals Slazenger 2nds on Saturday hoping to at least come away with a share of the spoils, but in fact were beaten 3-0. Although both sides had the opportunities neither managed to score in the first half and the second period followed the same pattern with Slazenger again attacking strongly. The deadlock was broken after another attack was initially blocket, with a well-struck shot from the edge of the D. Wakefield's youngsters never gave up, well … [Read more...] about Report: 08-03-2003 – Ladies 2nd’s (3) vs (0) Wakefield 4th’s
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Report: 26-10-2002 – Mens 4th’s (1) vs. (0) Wakefield 4th’s
THE fourth string grabbed a last gasp victory over Wakefield with a penalty. It was a case of lightening striking twice for unlucky Wakefield, who fell foul of a late goal. John Sykes fired home the spot kick, which had been awarded for a clumsy tackle from behind in the dying stages of the game. Wakefield had five players out and had to draft people in right up to the last minute Slazenger had dominated the game for long periods before Syke's crucial penalty on Saturday afternoon. … [Read more...] about Report: 26-10-2002 – Mens 4th’s (1) vs. (0) Wakefield 4th’s
Report: 19-10-2002 – Mens 2nd’s (2) vs. (1) Wakefield 3rd’s
Andy Foreman struck twice as Slazenger Seconds came from behind to beat local rivals Wakefield Thirds 2-1 and maintain their 100 percent record. Slazenger went 1-0 down from a short corner but they then held firm thanks largely to Bob wood in their defence. But then Foreman discovered his goal-scoring touch to secure maximum points. … [Read more...] about Report: 19-10-2002 – Mens 2nd’s (2) vs. (1) Wakefield 3rd’s
Report: 19-01-2002 – Mens Vet’s (7) vs (4) Wakefield Vet’s
Jubilant Slazenger Veterans knocked neighbours Wakefield out of the Yorkshire Veterans Cup following an entertaining 7-4 encounter that left Ian Gordon and Keith Whittle with hat-tricks and the crowd gasping for more. A home victory looked far from being the case in the first half as Wakefield enjoyed the better play and missed several chances before opening the scoring. Slazenger responded quickly however, and Keith Whittle scored a fine solo goal. Ian Gordon was then on hand to level for … [Read more...] about Report: 19-01-2002 – Mens Vet’s (7) vs (4) Wakefield Vet’s
Report: 15-12-2001 – Mens 1st’s (4) vs (4) Wakefield 1st’s
an exciting derby game witnessed visitors Wakefield come back from two goals down and score a last-gasp equaliser to share the spoils against an in-form Slazenger. The North Hockey League division 2 east contest started brightly and it was the home side who made the early running. They took the lead through Kaye and looked comfortable with defenders Swallow and Shaw solid at the back. The hosts doubled their lead after a fine solo effort from Mark Butel and came close to making it three … [Read more...] about Report: 15-12-2001 – Mens 1st’s (4) vs (4) Wakefield 1st’s
