Holy Conquest
Newcastle Hockey 1s, still smarting from an unexpected loss to Tynedale 1s two weeks ago, entered the field with a fierce determination to steady the ship and regain their top spot in the league. They were resolute in their mission and demonstrated their
Teams: Newcastle Hockey 1s vs. JPC 1s
Match Summary:
From the outset, it was evident that Newcastle was the dominant team on the field. They relentlessly pressed JPC 1s deep into their own half, applying unrelenting pressure. JPC's defenders could only provide temporary relief with sporadic aerial passes, as Newcastle continued to dictate the game's pace.
The breakthrough for Newcastle came through Paddy Bennett, who showcased his skill with a stunning turn around the JPC goalkeeper. His precise finish found the back of the net, handing Newcastle the lead they so desperately craved.
Shortly after, a short corner was awarded to Newcastle, providing an opportunity for John McAlery to demonstrate his power. His initial flick was aimed for the back of the net, but it was brilliantly blocked by the JPC goalkeeper. However, the rebound fell to Mike Smailes, who made no mistake in knocking it across the line, extending Newcastle's lead to 2-0.
Newcastle's third goal arrived from another short corner. This time, the routine did not go as planned, and the ball had to be rescued by the team captain, Nathaniel Cutler. With a quick adjustment and a powerful swing, Cutler delivered an absolute rocket that briefly deflected off a JPC defender before nestling into the net. Newcastle led comfortably 3-0.
John McAlery continued to impress from short corners, adding another goal to Newcastle's tally before halftime, pushing the score to 4-0.
The second half opened with JPC applying more pressure, but despite their efforts, they struggled to penetrate Newcastle's sturdy defense. After a brief spell of dominance by JPC, Newcastle regained control of the game and notched another short corner goal, courtesy of John McAlery.
The game was well and truly sealed by a well-executed team goal finished off by Will Tweddle, and a final-minute strike by Jonny Zajac.
With a final score of 7-0 in favor of Newcastle Hockey 1s, they reasserted their dominance and regained the top position in the league. The momentum was firmly back in their hands, putting them back on track after their earlier setback.
Match report: Nathaniel Cutler