An Andy Watts Penalty Corner goal from the last play of the match handed Reading the England Hockey League Championship and sent East Grinstead home empty-handed for the second year in a row. Continue reading
In a repeat of last year’s final, Reading and Leicester, the two heavyweights of the ladies’ domestic game went head to head to see who would be crowned champions. There has not been a lot to choose between the sides this season; it would prove to be difficult to separate them once again. Continue reading
The Top of the D has already outlined the delicate balancing act performed by teams with a large number of GB internationals in this article. Reading Ladies find themselves in a similar position, boasting as they do seven Great Britain players. This doesn’t seem to have hindered them too much in their pursuit of domestic honours, however: With Becky Halle, Liana Smith and Wiz Hunt coming in and supplying the goals and Chantal De Bruijn supplying the experience there is plenty of stre
ngth in depth at Sonning Lane. Their second choice ‘keeper isn’t too shabby either. Continue reading
If you missed part 1 of The Top of the D’s preview of the women’s play-offs click here. Today, part two, which features Leicester, Canterbury and Reading.
Leicester:
The Pukkas are the reigning indoor champions and would love nothing more than to add the play-off title to their trophy cabinet. Continue reading
You’ve no doubt read both parts 1 and 2 of The Top of the D’s preview of the Men’s Play-Offs. Now it’s the turn of the women. First up, Clifton vs. Bowdon Hightown.
Clifton:
Clifton will be hoping to overcome the disappointment of their cup semi-final defeat to Surbiton with a strong showing in the play-offs. Continue reading
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