Adel Men’s 4s hosted Harrogate 5s in the chilly 4.30pm start. With doubts over the fixture going ahead the squad were happy just to get the game in. El Capitan opted for the 4-3-3, a little out of the 4s comfort zone, and they stepped up to the challenges of a new formation excellently. Despite some skillful H’gate players the 4s defended very well throughout, particularly on a flurry of first half short corners against Read more…
With Christmas approaching rapidly, it was wholly appropriate that the weekend saw frost and cards impact on the weekends hockey schedules. The early risers for Saturday’s 10.30am slot were unfortunate to find that the overnight frost had not disappeared in time and a day of Christmas shopping beckoned for the ladies 2s. The ladies 1s followed at 12 noon and with opponents from Leeds Uni not having far to travel, a delayed pushback was planned Read more…
Big Bens men turned up at a nice new pitch last Saturday to face the banana skin of seasons past Airedale. With an empty pitch and plenty of time to warm up Adel started quickly applying lots of pressure camped in their half. Airedale showed initially the counter was on when they broke through on goal however the defence delt with it effectively and for the rest of the half Rob was a spectator. Finally Read more…
Match Report by Damian Greig. East coast anyone???? Apparently not was the answer from too many of the Phwoars as a late start at Driffield approached. Driffield have been doing well in the league and upon arrival it wasn’t difficult to see why, a well organised warm up with a mixture of young athletic players alongside a rear guard of older wiser heads, topped off with 2 home umpires…… Inspirational words from skipper Ellis soon Read more…
The ladies 4s team turned up at Adel on a dark and very cold Saturday afternoon to face Thirsk 3s. Adel dominated throughout the first half putting Thirsk under heavy pressure with plenty of shots on goal and some great runs down the wing by Emily and Millie. Stanners did a great job playing CH, helping Adel take control of the game and directing the play. Ellie similarly as the high FB did some lovely Read more…
Finally after two cancelled fixtures the team gathered Sunday morning for a trip to Liverpool to take on Vikings IOM. The comprehensive missing list for the fixture included some big names Captain K.Blyth, Leadbitter, Bickley, Gannon, Wood and Hesselwood who was finally diagnosed with a broken back after playing three games following a fall. Love was to take charge of what would be a spirited and determined team effort with numerous players playing some Read more…
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