Ladies 3rd XI Vs Newquay 2

Okehampton Ladies 3rd team Hockey Report

Newquay 2nd Team 4  Okehampton Ladies 3rd Team 1

Okehampton Ladies 3rd team travelled to Cornwall to play Newquay 2nd team on Saturday.  Newquay were placed three positions higher in the league so Oke knew this would be a competitive encounter.

Oke were in control of the initial stages of the match with attackers Emily Rowlands and Larissa Goodger pressurising the Newquay defence.  Emma Wiseman used her speed on the right attack to move the ball up the field and put in a cross in front of the Newquay goal.  Despite several saves from the Newquay keeper Sarah Marvin determinedly found the back of the net to give Oke the lead.

Newquay were soon on the counter attack and Oke were then dealt a blow when their strong defender Hannah Hawes took a hard hit on the knee and was unable to continue.  Newquay then equalised from a controversial penalty corner and just before half time they took the lead resulting in a 2-1 score line at the break.

Oke began the second half with confidence and style passing the ball swiftly and accurately around the pitch with Player of the Match Molly Marvin controlling the midfield.  Despite having the majority of the possession Oke were unable to penetrate Newquay’s strong defence and their dominant keeper.  Newquay were swift on the break seizing any opportunity to strike at goal and they increased lead from a speedy solo attacking run slotting the ball into the corner of the Oke net.  Within minutes Newquay scored their final goal from a sensational diving shot.

Oke fought back and again kept possession of the ball but their lack of experience showed and, however hard they tried, could not add to their score.

Oke 3rd teams next fixture is on Sat 5th Dec when they play at home against Truro.