Mens 5th XI
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Sat 21 Jan 2017  ·  Division 8 South West
Rickmansworth 3
0
2
Hertford Hockey Club
Mens 5th XI
S Worrall (12'), (20')
Academy Squad play a blinder

Academy Squad play a blinder

Steve Worrall23 Jan 2017 - 08:05
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2:0 victory vs Rickmansworth 3s

A return to winning ways....The game started with just one 'adult' on the pitch for Hertford (Jon Durbin) the rest all academy players.
Watching those first few minutes was fantastic, as the team played their 'A' game - passing, moving & attacking - a great start that overran the competition. The only coaching comment is when in & around the D, you can take some risks, try to fire the ball in or upgrade.
When I came on, the squad nicely delivered a beautiful passing move from the back, through midfield & a great assist from Ewen for a simple sweep in for me. Te second goal was similar with an assist from Rian. That was the first half - 2:0 up. We probably deserved a few more; but great to be so solid in defense & able to attack at will. The midfield had a particularly strong game - a thank you to Alan Ross (Man of the Match) for a superb back of the diamond performance - he was always available & when he had it, the squad always gave him at least 2 or three options. A brilliant display by all.
So guys, it really came together this w/e - remember it....when we passed with pace & accuracy we were seriously dangerous.
Well done all!
Cheers
Steve

Match details

Match date

Sat 21 Jan 2017

Kickoff

12:30

Meet time

11:15

Instructions

Venue:
St Clement Danes School
WD3 6EW
Meet at our club house 11.15

Competition

Division 8 South West

League position

6
Hertford 5
11
Rickmansworth 3
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