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Ladies 2s off to a flying start as experience replaces youth

The ladies 2s started their 2015-16 campaign with a strong performance against Harrogate 2s who they will play against in the league this season following promotion last year.  Whilst the core of the squad has been retained, the loss of three talented juniors to the first team could potentially have left the team short of pace in key areas of the pitch but the experience of Tina Parson and Rachel Barson stepping down from the Read more…

By Mark Powley, ago

Men’s 1st XI v Ben Rhydding 2nd XI

Leeds Adel Men’s 1st team took to the field for the first time ahead of the 2015-16 season in a friendly against local side Ben Rhydding who will play in the league above them this year. Ben Rhydding had brought a youthful but talented side who provided the opportunity for Adel’s 1s to stretch their legs ahead of the league opener in two weeks time. Adel had a fresh look themselves, with no fewer than Read more…

By Mark Powley, ago

Junior section goes from strength to strength

The junior section has grown year on year and the boys had a record turnout last night, which bodes well for the future of the club. We’ve already seen some great juniors come through and play in the ladies 1st XI so it’s great to see so many boys and girls playing on Friday nights. If any adult players fancy coming along to help out then you’d be more than welcome.

By Greg Hilton, ago

Leeds Adel Ladies Maintain Momentum

Following a fine performance to open the season on Saturday, Leeds Adel Ladies’ 1st XI were keen to test themselves further. A midweek fixture against North Prem side York Ladies, an ambitious side with hopes of national league hockey was a perfect fixture in which to make this test. The game started at a blistering pace, Adel retained possession for three minutes before York were able to touch the ball, quick passes and fluid movement Read more…

By Sam Ransley, ago

Leeds Adel Ladies Claim Derby Victory

With the busy summer hockey schedule over, the attention of Leeds Adel Ladies’ 1s turns to preseason and the upcoming league season. The team have ambitions for the season ahead having entered cup competitions, needed some tough friendliest for preparation. Local rivals Ben Rhydding, the only team to claim victory against the 1st team at AWMA on the new pitch, were worthy opponents. Leeds Adel prepared a very different looking side to that which finished Read more…

By Sam Ransley, ago

SUCCESSFUL MIXED SUMMER LEAGUE FINISHES ON A HIGH

The 2015 Leeds Adel Mixed Summer League closed off yesterday with finals night. Under a beautiful clear sky, semi final 1 saw Leeds Adel (Black) defeated by Ben Rhydding 7-3. In semi final 2 Leeds Adel (Orange) defeated Leeds 5-3. The two winners progressed to the final, the game a very close affair with both teams exchanging the lead throughout. Ben Rhydding eventually securing the trophy with a narrow 6-5 victory. The Leeds Adel Summer Read more…

By Greg Hilton, ago