Slazenger
vs.
University of Leeds 5
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Slazengers ladies 4s travelled to Weetwood to face an unbeaten University of Leeds 5s.
The University of Leeds squad were relentless, dominated possession and were extremely well drilled across the whole pitch.
Slazenger (with the minimal possession they had) did play some good hockey; Tori made some amazing clearances, Emily who ended up dizzy from the amount UoLs stand out players turned on her and Poppy who made some outstanding tackles. Slazenger were unable to break through the University of Leeds defence.
Final score University of Leeds 5s 12-0 Slazenger 4s
Match Report
Slazenger Ladies 4s went into their home clash against a youthful and energetic Leeds University 5s side with one clear goal: don’t concede more than 10. And while Leeds made an immediate impact by scoring straight from the whistle, what followed was far from the runaway victory many expected. Instead, it was game on. From the back to the front, Slazenger dug deep. The defence and midfield put in a determined shift, with Beth and Lorna making key clearances, while Emily stood her ground with calm and control. The guiding influence of Michelle’s coaching was clear to see in the team's shape and tactics.
Despite constant pressure and a flurry of shots from Leeds, Slazenger didn’t sit back. In fact, it was Mandy who turned the tide – twice. Leading the charge with clever counters and calm finishing, she bagged two well-taken goals that gave the home supporters something to shout about. Heading into the second, Leeds tried to turn up the heat – but Keeper Lauren had other plans. Putting in a standout performance, she pulled off a string of remarkable saves to keep Slazenger in touching distance.
Then came the moment of the match. With just 10 minutes to go, Phoebe made a break down the right, went into receive the ball in stride, turned on the keepers and slotted it home to make it 4–3 – sending the home crowd into raptures. Leeds would go on to score once more, sealing a 5–3 victory, but Slazenger walked off the pitch victorious in spirit – having not only met their challenge but pushed their opponents all the way.
The score may have gone to Leeds Uni, but the resilience, teamwork , and spirit of Slazenger Ladies 4s were the true winners.
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With none of the Ladies 4s defence available for this rearranged game and half the team playing out of position. The Ladies 4s all gave it their everything, battling through injuries and some unforgiving weather but the game ended 0-7 against a very strong opposition.
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