D.P. Trophies 7-4 H-ton Hawks

A makeshift Hawks team put in a brave performance but came out on the losing side again.
With Borthwick and Cummings missing on love duty, and Wilson running around the neighbourhood with a string of children in tow (all above board... it's a judo thing), the Hawks line-up consisted of Lawrence in goal, Aldridge, Garrity, Houghton and Watchman-Atkinson.

Despite a solid start, the Hawks found them in the familiar position of being behind
and chasing the game. The unfamiliar line-up was taking it's toll with Aldridge and Houghton playing rear guard and SWA and Garrity playing forward. This resulted in a 5-nil score line at halftime.

The second half was a different story. The Hawks upped the tempo and started to get rewards. Two penalties were awarded for their persistence; one for the keeper collecting the ball outside of his box and one for a backpass without touching a minimum of two outfield players. Garrity stepped up and slotted both home. He completed his hat trick with a well battled effort. The Hawks other goal came from a long ranged speculative shot from Houghton. Alas the comeback was not to be, and D.P. Trophies added another two to their tally. The game may have finished 7-5 but the Hawks showed great character and can take a lot from the game.

Next week's game is against Lucombe at 7.30pm on Court 2.