Ladies 1st XI
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Sun 03 Feb 2013
Brooklands HC
Ladies 1st XI
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Liverpool Sefton
Ladies 1st XI match report

Ladies 1st XI match report

Helen Turner6 Feb 2013 - 22:44
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Berry brace in home win

Following a successful indoor campaign, and what has seemed a very long winter break, the outdoor league games were back underway on Sunday 3rd February. The ladies 1's were hosts to Liverpool Sefton, and looking to make amends for the cup defeat back in November. A rather chilly day saw a few hardcore supporters cheer us on, and much to their delight (unless they were late!) an early goal on 2 minutes suggested the game would potentially be a goal fest. The possession was dominated by Brooklands Poynton throughout the first half, but without adding to the score sheet despite chances. The home team's dominance caused some lapses in concentration and cheap turnovers. Fortunately some excellent defensive work, particularly by the day's MOM Cat Savage, kept the visitors at arm’s length. A few stern words at half time to regain focus were required. The second half continued to see the home team have the better of the game, however Liverpool continued to work hard and create some good chances themselves. The first of Jess Berry's clinical strikes came from a short corner, not quite the planned routine but well finished indeed. This second goal certainly settled any concern that Liverpool may still get something from the game. A third was added, Turner's second of the game, with a slick corner routine - as planned on this occasion! In the final 10minutes the lead was extended by Laura Evans and then again by Jess Berry with another dipping strike and Steven Gerrard style goal celebration! Although not a perfect performance it was certainly a great start to the business end of the season and a 5-nil score line a confidence builder. Next weekend's fixture is a Doncaster away.

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Match date

Sun 03 Feb 2013

Kickoff

12:00
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