Hertford Academy outplayed by Southgate Pitchers

First game back after the Christmas break & we were matched up with a skillful & physically strong Southgate Pitchers side.
They pressurised us early & scored three reasonably quick goals. However, the Hertford team stuck to playing the way they know & were rewarded with a goal after a superb passing move involving Rob, Josh & Ewen with Will providing the final assist for Steve to slot away.
The second half Hertford held out resolutely - throughout the game Geoff Hopkin in goal was inspired & thanks to him we kept the score to a reasonable level - a deserved Man of the Match to Geoff. We almost held out in that second half, but they managed to convert two of their chances in the latter part of the game.
The lads played well - didn't let their heads go down & showed their skills on many occasions - shame the captain fluffed his lines with the 1 on 1 with the keep early in the second half - that may have made for an interesting second half!
Still, plenty to be proud of - keep playing our passing game & we will pick up points in the second half