Ladies 6th Team
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Sat 19 Oct 2024  ·  Moor Women's Division 1
City of York Hockey Club
Ladies 6th Team
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University Of Leeds 5
Ladies 6s vs Uni of Leeds 5s

Ladies 6s vs Uni of Leeds 5s

Roxanne Cussons20 Oct - 19:53
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Match report by Jessica Wittwer

In a thrilling encounter, City of York Ladies fell just short against the University of Leeds, ending the match with a scoreline of 3-1.

Despite the loss, the team showcased commendable determination and teamwork against a youthful Leeds side.

The opening moments of the match saw both teams probing for control, but it was Leeds who struck first, giving them an early lead. Leeds' quick counter-attacks put pressure on York's defence, leading to two unanswered goals before halftime. The defensive line worked tirelessly, making several crucial tackles and interceptions to minimize further damage.

As the second half progressed, York ramped up their efforts. Every player displayed a relentless work ethic, matching Leeds' youthful energy. Despite creating several scoring opportunities, York was unable to convert until the final 2 minutes, when Lucy Krebs found the back of the net after a well-coordinated play. Following a 16 hit out from Jess Wittwer, Roxanne picked up the ball and expertly passed it to Lucy, who finished with precision to give York their first and only goal of the match – but that didn’t matter, it felt like a win anyway.

Player of the Match honours went to Roxanne for her exceptional performance, both in defence and her pivotal role in the team's attacking play. On the flip side, Jess Wittwer received the Donkey of the Day (DOD) award for spending more time on the floor than on her feet.

Overall, City of York Ladies showed great spirit and determination, and with continued hard work, they’ll be looking to bounce back in their next league fixture.

Match details

Match date

Sat 19 Oct 2024

Kickoff

12:00

Competition

Moor Women's Division 1

League position

3
University Of Leeds 5
7
City Of York 6
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