Ladies 4th XI

Match Report

Ladies 4s started the season with a short trip down the road to Cleckheaton.

After taking an early lead through a goal from Evie, Cleckheaton quickly found an equaliser by converting a flick. Shortly after, they slotted a rebound from a short corner through the legs of the keeper to take the lead.

In the second half, Slaz struggled to keep up with Cleckheaton’s pace and skill, eventually driving away with a 5–1 defeat.

A lot to work on before the next game, but plenty to build on as the season continues.

Match Report

Slazenger started strong with Toni intercepting passes in the middle of the pitch, moving the ball through the field with ease and distributing out wide. Julie and Mandy linked up well down the right wing, with both meeting the ball, picking up loose passes and leading the attack.
On the left Phoebe had one of her best games of the season, playing with confidence she fought for every ball and distributed it beautifully!
In defence we welcomed back Sarah Paveley who was a composed as always. Poppy and Sophie DB came out to thwart the Cleckheaton attacks (which felt relentless at times), making some crucial tackles and powerful clearances.

On the left Phoebe had one of her best games of the season, playing with confidence she fought for every ball and distributed it beautifully!
The first half was end to end hockey, both teams had their chances to take the lead but GK Tracy kept Slaz in the game with some awesome saves!
Cleckheaton came out firing in the second half and it wasn’t long before they had got the ball round the Slaz defence and were rewarded with the first goal of the game.

Slazengers recomposed but struggled with the pace and physical strength Cleckheaton were coming at them with. Cleckheaton managed to secure themselves a further 2 goals in short succession. Finally, Slaz managed to break through the Cleckheaton defence with Gemma managing to get the ball over the line (just) with the final touch of the game.

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Slazenger Ladies 4s welcomed local rivals Cleckheaton in what proved to be a challenging yet spirited encounter on home turf. Despite the final 0–4 scoreline, there were plenty of positives to take from the match. The defensive line, bolstered by the return of the experienced Ingrid Coughtrey, showed real composure under pressure. Goalkeeper Lisa Ellis made several key saves to keep Slazenger in the game, especially during a sustained period of Cleckheaton pressure. Although will also hold her hands up that 2 of the goals shouldn’t have got past her, especially the 2nd Cleckheaton goal that she made no attempt to move for, simply watched it go past.

Beth Buckley stood out with a tireless performance, particularly when she intercepted the ball deep in her own half and dribbled through multiple players over three-quarters of the pitch. Her effort and determination earned her the well-deserved Player of the Match accolade.

In midfield, May Bailey shook off a rocky start and went on to dominate the central areas, linking well with Julie Bailey, Phoebe Mitchell, and Sophie Longfield to distribute the ball and build attacking play. Her composure on the ball and vision helped stretch the Cleckheaton formation, even if clear-cut chances were hard to come by.

The forward line of Mandy Greenwood, Charlotte Young, Kirsty Goddard, and Gemma Wroe worked relentlessly to press high and create space, but Cleckheaton’s disciplined defence—often dropping numbers back—proved too stubborn to break down.

While the result didn’t reflect the team’s effort and energy, the match showcased strong individual performances, a growing defensive partnership, and glimpses of excellent teamwork that will serve Slazenger well in the coming fixtures.

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Ladies 4s travelled to Heckmondwike Grammar School to face Cleckheaton for their first game of the weekend. With a 2 player advantage Slaz started the game with more complacency than it deserved. Cleckheaton managed to overload the route through the centre of the pitch on numerous occasions and intercepted the majority of the loose Slaz balls. Around 15 minutes in Slaz finally woke up and started passing the ball around Cleckheaton, moving well on and off the ball, they were rewarded with the first goal of the game coming from Charlotte Young. The 2nd goal came shortly after with Alys Kaushiva confidently lifting the ball over the keeper for the 2nd week running. Unfortunately, a well orchestrated short corner from the umpire led to Cleckheaton getting a goal back just before half time.

The 2nd half was end to end hockey with neither team able to add to the scoreline. Final score Cleckheaton 1s 1-2 Slazenger 4s

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Slaz took their first win of the season, at home to Cleckheaton. The visitors turned up with a depleted team, and just set up to defend their D. Slaz struggled to break the defence down but created lots of chances with Emma Hammond putting 1 away in the first half. Slaz dominated the possession but couldn’t breach the Cleckheaton defence. Slaz will take the win and 3 points but deserved and wanted much more.

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The Ladies 4th Team played Cleckheaton 1st Team this weekend and realised that Heckmondwike is not as far as was thought! Slazenger’s started strong, putting Cleckheaton on the defence for the first 10 minutes. Forwards, Mandy Greenwood, Emma Hammond and Kirsty Goddard worked hard to find the first goal and later joined by new player, Charlotte Young, it wasn’t through want of effort. Slazenger’s held strong but it was Cleckheaton who scored 10 minutes before the half time whistle.

Leaving the pitch at half time 1 goal down, Slazenger returned to the pitch needing to play more defensively. Rebecca Green and Gemma Wroe battled the midfield and Francesca Chromiakoka tried her hand in defence for the first time. Despite some excellent saves from keeper Charlotte Richardson, who goes from strength to strength each game, Cleckheaton scored 3 more goals - two of which were so very good that Slazenger gracefully accepted the defeat. Slazenger’s lost 4-0 but played a good game of hockey. Player - Rebecca Green. Tart - Francesca Chromiakova (and a special mention to Mark Hammond).

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Slazenger Ladies 4th team played Cleckheaton 1st team away this weekend. The game started well for Slazenger’s, within minutes, Jess Morris found the net with a superb sweep from the left but unfortunately their lead didn’t last.

Fielding a mature and experienced team, Cleckheaton soon retaliated and Slazenger’s struggled to turn the game around. Cleckheaton’s second, but controversial goal, came soon after. Maisie Royston, in goal didn’t make it easy for Cleckheaton to increase the goal difference but they were relentless in their attack and Slazenger’s left the pitch at half time 3-1 down.

The second half saw Slazenger’s attempt to pull it back with Di Jones, Jules Measures and Lyn Field working hard up front and Josie Hughes did manage to slip one past the opposition keeper but the goal was disallowed. Slazenger’s lost 5-1. Player - Maisie Royston.

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The ladies 4th team faced stiff opposition this week against Cleckheaton 1’s at home. Introducing another two new juniors, Ruby Fawdington-Fisher and Jess Morris and Gemma Wroe finding herself on the pitch for the first time in 5 years - it was clear from the start that Cleckheaton had fielded a more senior side with serious goal shooting skill.

Lauren Hattersley, Slazenger’s keeper, made her return from injury and didn’t disappoint, making several spectacular saves from the start but it wasn’t enough and at the half time whistle, Slazenger’s were 2 nil down.

Jules Measures worked tirelessly in midfield and the second half proved more successful with the Slazenger defence preventing Cleckheaton scoring further. An unfortunate home goal by captain Julie Bailey was all that slipped through.
A 3-0 defeat, but great sportsmanship from both sides made up for loss. Player - Jules Measures.