Worthing Hockey Club

Match "Men's 5th XI Vs East Grinstead Men's 5th XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 16:19:55 +0000

Worthing Men's 5th XI 5 East Grinstead 5th XI 2

Our first league game of the season saw us against old rivals East Grinstead 5th XI, our previous encounter being the end of the 2009-2010 season where EG had ended our 17 win streak but with the league already won it was more of an annoyance than a problem.
East Grinstead newly promoted from Division 5 had everything to play for and so did we. On a gloriously sunny after it began, a very senior team vs. a team of 14-16 years olds, this could be interesting. Youth vs. Experience. Worthing looked strong, some excellent passing and teamwork saw us go up 1-0 through a penalty corner scored by Luke Helmer, EG couldn't seem to string anything together finally having a shot on goal excellently saved by Joe Fowler. Worthing surged again, play barely leaving the opposition half and a second from Luke Helmer gave us a bit of a lead into the break. By now the heat was taking its toll on both sides, high 20's temperature is not usual Hockey weather.
We went back out strong slightly more sluggish but some excellent play from all, Horsham were the first to score, the lead slipping away, but James Hanson was the next on Worthing’s score card slotting in a rebound of a Helmer shot. 3-1, but in true 5th XI style we let them through again 3-2.
Playing speed seemed to drop for a while, neither team really making anything work, EG came on another surge, but again excellent defensive work kept them out. Jack Hillier was the next on the scorecards followed by Jon Humphreys. Final score 5-2 to Worthing.

Team: Joe Fowler (GK), Dan French (Capt), Nigel Parker, Declan Luke, Robin Carr, John Beales, Bob Catlow, James Hanson (1 Goal), Andy Boxall (Vice-Capt), Jack Hillier (1 Goal), Connor Dinning, Roger Beaney, Jon Humphreys (1 Goal), Luke Helmer (2 Goals)

Match "Men's 5th XI Vs Penguins Men's 3rd XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 18:50:58 +0000

Worthing Men’s 5^th XI 1 Penguins Men’s 3^rd XI 3

Submitted By: Dan French

A good performance in reflection, with an unlucky scoreline, some good passing play saw Worthing score through Luke Helmer later in the first half, defending attacks well, into half time 1-0 up.

A good team talk and back out, but Penguins were to equalise, Worthing still looked good and a draw would have been fair, but a foot on the line during a short resulted in a penalty 2-1, still determined we went back out again working well but luck was not on our side, a short corner given and scored from made the score 3-1 though hitting the net from a strike Worthing felt a bit robbed, overall a good first performance.

Roll on first league game on 1^st of October

Team: Joe Fowler (GK), Dan French (Capt), Nigel Parker, Howard Wakeling, Richard Rudrum, James Hanson, Andy Boxall (Vice-Capt), Jon Humphreys, Luke Beaumont, Connor Dinning, Jamie Mantell, Luke Helmer (1 Goal), Roger Beaney, Marc Taylor

Match "Men's 5th XI Vs Mid Sussex Men's 3rd XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 16:29:31 +0000

Worthing Men's 5th XI 1 Mid Sussex Men's 3rd XI 1

Worthing travelled to Mid Sussex with a win last week we were ready to try for some more points in one of the five Worthing Vs Mid Sussex matches this week. The first half just saw both teams cancelling each other out, a multitude of Mid Sussex shorts not converted, Worthings attacks being broken down, though some good play from both sides, halftime the score was 0-0. After a team talk Worthing went out determined and after ten minutes a Marc Taylor and Mark Sallis attack resulted in the keepers deflection being slotted in by Mark Sallis. Determined for more some good attacks saw some chances but the final goal of the game came from Mid Sussex with ten minutes to spare. Final score 1-1 but another point in the bag remaining top half of the table. Southwick next week.

Team: Joe Fowler (GK), Dan French (Capt), Marc Taylor, Tony Fuest, Declan Luke, James Hanson, Gordon Starks, Steve Gwilliam, Cairan Ross-Thomas, Luke Beaumont, Jon Humphreys, Mark Sallis (1 Goal)

Match "Men's 5th XI Vs East Grinstead Men's 5th XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 19:20:02 +0000

Worthing Men’s 5^th XI 0

East Grinstead 5^th XI 2

Another sunny game this week and Worthing after a long break were hungry for points. Travelling to Crawley to play East Grinstead the game began, as expected this wasn't going to be easy as we were playing EG away, so with the addition of a few choice players we had our hands full, Worthing fought hard to keep them at bay but EG scored mid way though the half, our forwards barely able to make it near the goal. A foot on the line saw a P-Flick awarded, put wide but well covered by keeper Joe.

The second half was slightly more even, EG having less attacks due to one of their players leaving at half time. But still defensively strong, a few shots but EG were to score again putting the win further away. Good defensive work throughout kept the score down. Final score 2-0 to them, with all the fun or fairness taken out of the game. Onto next week

Team: Joe Fowler (GK), Dan French (Capt), Nigel Parker, Sean Ward, Robin Carr, James Hanson, Jack Hillier, Roger Beaney, Priyav Shah, Howard Wakeling, Bob Catlow, Ciaran Ross-Thomas

Match "Men's 5th XI Vs Mid Sussex Men's 3rd XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 16:53:33 +0000

Worthing Men’s 5^th XI 1 Mid Sussex Men’s 3^rd XI 1

Worthing faced Mid Sussex this week, a draw in the first half of the season so we knew it would be tough, the first half proceeded and both teams were looking for something but unable to capitalise and get the vital goal, Mid Sussex with 11 on field players for the first ten minutes until their keeper arrived, some attempts at each end, and excellent keeping by Josh House in his first 5^th XI game, Half time 0-0.

The second half saw more equal play, Worthing eventually opening the scoring through Mark Sallis, but a short down our end resulting in a shot on target through Josh and Declan, effectively 2 keepers couldn’t stop it. The game continued Worthing dropping to 10 for a while after a yellow for Mark Sallis.

Final score 1-1, a point but hovering above the bottom two again much work is needed.

Team: Josh House (GK), Dan French (Capt), Marc Taylor, Declan Luke, Gareth Jones, James Hanson, Andy Boxall (Vice-Capt), Jack Hillier, Roger Beaney, Adam Hart, Mark Sallis (1 Goal), Ciaron Ross-Thomas

Match "Men's 5th XI Vs Penguins Men's 3rd XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:08:51 +0000

Worthing Men’s 5^th XI 2 Penguins Men’s 3^rd XI 5

Worthing travelled to Penguins this week, a loss in a pre season friendly and 7 points from 3 games Worthing were looking for more. Penguins were certainly more dominant in the first 10 minutes, having numerous attacks against a mixture of 5^th, 6^th and Tigers players. We worked hard to make some good attacks ourselves. Penguins were the first to score but it sparked something in Worthing and it was soon 1-1 through Tiger Adam Hart. Half time score 1-1.

A team talk and a desire for glory and Worthing were ready to attack.

Now I am going to have trouble writing the second half of the game and obeying the rules of the Circle, i.e. don’t be abusive about players or umpires, so here goes. Worthing went back out and Penguins were straight on the attack. Scoring two in quick succession, 3-1 Worthing looked deflated but soon to get one back through Aaron Aitman, 3-2. Penguins on the attack again and a foot “near” the goal was awarded as a P-Flick to our disgust. Thanks Ann for trying to question the decision. A good attempt from Joe but with no luck, 4-2, now we did look tired and seriously deflated, we made some attacks but couldn’t place anything, Penguins attacked again and a ball hit my foot not that I noticed anyway, a general comment of “that didn’t hit my foot” and a yellow card awarded to Captain Dan French from their umpire. Seriously disappointing especially with a Penguins forward commenting to me it should have been a warning first. Final score 5-2 to Penguins, much to learn from after this weeks defeat but retaining a reasonable position in the table we go into next week.

Team: Joe Fowler (GK), Dan French (Capt), Nigel Parker, Ian Birbeck, Howard Wakeling, Kieran O’Brien, Andy Boxall (Vice Capt), Roger Beaney, Priyav Shah, Aaron Aitman (1 Goal), Luke Humes, Adam Hart (1 Goal)

Match "Men's 5th XI Vs Penguins Men's 3rd XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:14:19 +0000

Worthing Men’s 5^th XI 2 Penguins Men’s 3^rd XI 3

A disappointing result for Worthing this week with vital points slipping away and worries of relegation beginning. Worthing started dominantly the first ten minutes spent mainly in the Penguins half, a goal from Jon Humphreys put Worthing up but we then fell apart, Penguins scoring two goals in two attacks, dominating they came on the attack again and a ball hit in from the baseline at the edge of the D which team captain Dan French and keeper Joe Fowler thought was going off rolled in to make it 3-1 before the break.
Worthing came back more organised and much improved some repositioning saw our defence strengthened and plenty more attacks, both the offending parties from the 3rd goal more than making up for it with some outstanding saves. Jon Humphreys scored once more but the vital goal eluded us. Final score 3-2. With an away game in Eastbourne next week and with only 4 points separating us from the bottom 2, though still in a possible relegation slot at the end of the days play a win is a must.
Thanks to Juniors Matt Isaacs and Robbie Brown and to Ann Q for umpiring.

Team: Joe Fowler (GK), Dan French (Capt), Declan Luke, Ian Birbeck, Sean Ward, Matt Isaacs, Andy Boxall (Vice Capt), Roger Beaney, Priyav Shah, Roger Langmaid, Robbie Brown, Jon Humphreys (2 Goals)

Match "Men's 5th XI VS Southwick Men's 3rd XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:28:06 +0000

Worthing Men’s 5^th XI 3 Southwick Men’s 3^rdXI 2

Submitted By: Dan French

This week Worthing played Southwick, some excellent plays in the first ten minutes showing Worthing were up for another 3 points, The scoring opened with Luke and shortly followed by Jon Humphreys, 2-0. Again we went on, a hit up the wing saw a Southwick midfielder charging up the wing, with one man in the D he crossed the ball and the forward deflected it past Joe’s ear in an that will never work again situation 2-1.

Worthing went into the break looking tired, the unseasonable heat taking its toll.

The second half was interesting both teams sluggish and some up and down hockey insued. Roger Langmaid put Worthing 3-1 up in his debut game for the 5^th XI, Southwick looked for another which finally came after a Southwick shot past the keeper onto a defenders stick drop to a foot resulting in a P-Flick which Southwick scored despite a good effort from our keeper plus some excellent saves during the game for Joe. Final score 3-2. Another 3 points keeping us well standing in the league table.

Team: Joe Fowler (GK), Dan French (Capt), Al Scott, Mark Fischer, Declan Luke, Roger Beaney, Luke Beaumont, James Hanson, Andy Boxall (Vice Capt), Luke Humes (1 Goal), Roger Langmaid (1 Goal), Martin Stevens, Jon Humphreys (1 Goal)

Match "Men's 5th XI VS Southwick Men's 3rd XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 09:52:49 +0000

Worthing Men’s 5^th XI 6

Southwick Men’s 3^rd XI 0

A vital 3 points for Worthing this week, excellent teamwork really putting Southwick under pressure, Mark Chipperfield, Adam Hart and Andy Boxall working well in the centre of the field providing balls around the pitch Juniors Matt Isaacs and Gavin Walker creating opportunities up and down the wings, Bob Catlow open the scoring followed by Jon Humphreys, both making themselves available where needed, Adam Hart put his first away to make it 3 before the break, excellent defensive work from Nigel Parker, Robin Carr, Dan French and Sean Ward kept the Southwick attacks at bay Joe Fowler making the odd save as required, Pressure from Southwick just before the break saw the ball hit on a rebound poorly bouncing up and off the Worthing post. Half time 3-0.

The second half saw the same scoreline, with another from Jon Humphreys and 2 more from Adam Hart to make his hat trick, that’s two jugs he owes in 2 years time. Otherwise uneventful, a special mention for Robin Carr for his assist from the defence. An excellent enjoyable game despite the unnecessary attitude of a couple of Southwick players.

Team: Joe Fowler (GK), Dan French (Capt), Nigel Parker, Robin Carr, Sean Ward, Andy Boxall, Mark Chipperfield, Gavin Walker, Adam Hart (3 Goals), Matt Isaacs, Bob Catlow (1 Goal), Jon Humphreys (2 Goals)

Match "Men's 5th XI Vs Eastbourne Men's 5th XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 20:38:21 +0000

Worthing Men's 5th XI 1 Eastbourne Men's 5th XI 5

After our first league defeat last week Worthing were looking to get some more points in the bag, the game started with 10 man Eastbourne having some good attacks and Worthing unable to capitalise being broken down by a "strong" midfield time and again, Eastbourne opened the scoring after 10 minutes 1-0 down, a shuffle of the team saw Worthing more in the game, pushing up more creating chances but Eastbourne were the next to score 2-0,

Worthing pushed up again getting a goal through James Hanson to bring Worthing slightly back into the game, unfortunately Eastbourne made it 3-1 before half time despite numerous excellent saves by Declan.

The second half saw Worthing looking tired, pushing through on a few occasions but to no avail, Eastbourne came through again to score two more goals. Final score 5-1 proving the theory that playing against 10 men is sometimes more difficult as the man over can cause more problems than benefits.

Team: Declan Luke (GK), Dan French (Capt), Nigel Parker, Bob Catlow, John Beales, Ian Birbeck, James Hanson (1 Goal), Andy Boxall (Vice-Capt), Roger Beaney, Howard Wakeling, Alex Mason, Adam Hart

Match "Men's 5th XI Vs Brighton Men's 6th XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 20:19:58 +0000

Worthing Men's 5^th XI 1 Brighton Men's 6^th XI 3

Submitted By: Dan French

We travelled to Brighton this week for a fixture at Stanley Deason that for once was not snowing, hammering it down with rain, freezing cold or very windy.

With a lot of friendly history between the two sides it was going to be a good game, we set off and Brighton were looking very organised, working as a team that has been unchanged over the past few season, looking for their first victory from the last few seasons.

The game flowed equally for the first ten minutes but a break from Brighton left the defence helpless and 2 on 1 with the keeper, a good attempt from Joe could not stop the shot 1-0.

Brighton were to make it 2-0 before the break from a well worked short corner.

The second half was a lot closer, Worthing managing some good attack with some excellent saves from the Brighton keeper, though Brighton were again to score 3-0. We did not let it beat us scoring through Aaron Chapman. Final score 3-1 but an overall enjoyable game despite the loss and for the 3^rdseason in a row finally managing to find their clubhouse before ending up on the A27.

Team: Joe Fowler (GK), Dan French (Capt), Bob Catlow, John Beales, Howard Wakeling, James Hanson, Andy Boxall (Vice-Capt), Roger Beaney, Priyav Shah, Adam Hart, Aaron Chapman (1 Goal)

Match "Men's 5th XI Vs Crawley Men's 3rd XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 11:32:40 +0000

Worthing Men's 5^th XI 1 Crawley Men's 3^rd XI 7

Submitted By: Dan French

Top of the table Crawley this week and when you arrive the customary 30 minutes before the match to find them warming up already and then playing a game between themselves pre match you realise why, the team relegated from division 3 obviously now stronger and fighting to get back. The games commenced on the extremely bouncy but at least wet Durrington astro with Worthing now back to a full 5th XI team after previous unavailability with a back line consisting of our '09 -'10 line up with Al Scott back from a season out and Ukrainian export David Lock back on home turf, the game flowed, both teams attacking and defending well, Worthing looking stronger and more organised than previous weeks though plenty of work still needed, Crawley were the first to score, continually attacking in packs of 5 breaking through, two more from Crawley had the chances slipping away but some good work saw Worthing get one back through James Hanson. Half Time 3-1.

The second half Crawley again working well as a unit came through scoring 4 more in total, some good chances for Worthing but luck or skill from their keeper kept the ball out. Final score 7-1, plenty for Worthing to learn from and go into next week against bottom of league St Francis and hopefully 3 points to give some more security in the league.

Team: Joe Fowler (GK), Dan French (Capt), Al Scott, Dave Lock, Ian Birbeck, Tony Fuest, James Hanson (1 Goal), Roger Langmaid, Roger Beaney, Andy Boxall, Mark Fischer, Jon Humphreys, Luke Beaumont, Martin Stevens

Match "Men's 5th XI Vs St Francis Men's 3rd XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 21:29:34 +0000

Worthing Men’s 5^th XI 1 St Francis Men’s 3^rd XI 2

Submitted By: Dan French

A close game between Worthing and St Francis this week, leading to an enjoyable game despite the loss, Worthing again looking for some points but the decisive second goal coming from a St Francis P-Flick in the second half, Worthing 1-0 up at half time, St Francis scoring early in the second half to equalise the game. The P-Flick awarded for a short corner stop on the line that was knocked into the captain foot and a very good effort from Joe Fowler only just shy of blocking it. Worthing now slipping into the bottom two but still early on, hopefully a few more points later on to secure position in the league.

Team Joe Fowler, Dan French (Capt), Steve Watkins, Robin Carr, Sam Jones, Andy Boxall, Alex Smith (1 Goal), Tom Jones, Roger Beaney, Priyav Shah, James Hanson

Match "Men's 5th XI Vs Chichester Cardinals" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 21:31:39 +0000

Worthing Ladies 5^th XI 0 Chichester Cardinals 1

Submitted By: Dan French

Worthing again looking for a win this week on the back of 5 consecutive defeats and now in trouble at the bottom of the league. The opposition coming from a draw with top of league team Crawley putting them in second place after promotion from division 5.
The game commenced after a lengthy team talk regarding simple play and that we did, excellent passing pushing us up the pitch time and time again, a strong defence cancelling out their attacks, most likely our best half of hockey this season. Half time came 0-0.
The second half Chichester came back stronger now marking out our attacks, and to our disappointment managed to score to make it 1-0 with 20 minutes to go, still all to play for Worthing perked up but still unable to score, final whistle blew on a disappointing result which would have been fair game for a draw, but none the less enjoyable and the team growing as one.

Team: Joe Fowler (GK), Dan French (Capt), Rollo Jarrett -Karr, Sam Wookey, Richard Rudrum, Andy Boxall (Vice-Capt), Roger Beaney, James Hanson, Roger Langmaid, Priyav Shah, Tom Gurney, Alex Watkins, Matt Saward

Match "Men's 5th XI Vs Lewes Men's 6th XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 21:45:13 +0000

Worthing Men’s 5^th XI 7 Lewes Men’s 6^th XI 4

Submitted By: Dan French

An early start for Worthing for a 10:30 push back at Sussex Uni, Worthing now 2^nd from bottom and desperate for some pre Christmas points, Turning up early expecting to have a good warm up but a match was already on, the sun came out providing yet more tolerable playing conditions.

The game started Worthing with on eleven for the battle, Lewes with again having eleven but lacking a keeper, this was going to be interesting.

A mixture of 5^th XI boosted by Tigers and the 4’s keeper playing on pitch Worthing struggled to link with neither team rally challenging. The keeperless goal eluding Worthing for the first ten minutes. Learning to play together and Worthing started pushing forward opening the scoring through Ciaran followed by one from Adam Hart, Lewes perked up and soon attacked more scoring after some good saves from Joe, the game then fell apart as confusion came over the pitch as a keeper had appeared in the goal sparking question about how many they had on the pitch and player eligibility. Play was stopped and after the keeper had been dispatched the game continued.

Worthing scoring again before half time despite two of Lewes players now appearing to have acquired some magical hockey skills.

Worthing went back out and Lewes attacked strong a drag flick from the off to our D showing they were going for it, Lewes were first to score in the half putting the score line closer, some up and down hockey with Adam and Ciaran netting one a piece, then the game became a one goal an end Worthing lengthening the gap in the score then Lewes cancelling out ending up 5-3 with a first for Ollie Fenton in adult Hockey.

A Lewes attack result in Captain Dan French obtaining a back injury, defending an attack then being flattened on the left wing by a Lewes player, some re-arrangement in the defensive line up and a move high up front for the Captain resulted in a loose ball evading the last defender on the half way line, now open goal laying a bit of a run away, however it was not to be as a Lewes player felt it necessary to take me out nearing the D instead of attempting a tackle. A short corner rightfully awarded and converted by Adam Hart for his third of the game, Lewes again to score bringing the score line back to 6-4, Worthing desperate to keep a 3 goal advantage, another attack and an Adam Hart shot saved by a defender then confusion from two Lewes player leaving the ball loose in front of Dan French with the same two defenders to beat, the ball nicely slotted home to make the score 7-4 and my first of the season with 5 minutes of play left. Worthing stayed strong and the game ended 7-4. A vital 3 points for Worthing.

Team: Joe Fowler (GK), Dan French (Capt) (1 Goal), Declan Luke, Ian Birbeck, Tony Smith, Kieran O’Brien, Andy Boxall (Vice-Capt), Ollie Fenton (1 Goal), Roger Beaney, Ciaran Smith (2 Goals), Adam Hart (3 Goals)

Match "Men's 5th XI Vs Hailsham Men's 2nd XI" Report By frenchie30

frenchieatwhc@live.co.uk (Admin) — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 19:06:15 +0000

Worthing Men’s 5^th XI 3 Hailsham Men’s 1^st XI 2

Submitted By: Dan French

A home game to finish off this half of the season, the Ladies 1^st XI game having already cancelled their game due to the pitch being frozen. With the South edge of the pitch still white the game began. Expecting a tough opposition but desperate for points Worthing pushed up showing dominance over the opposition on many occasions, our defence holding strong.

Hailsham were first to score but almost immediately Worthing scored through a short corner from D Luke. 1-1. Half time.

The second half was slightly more heated, we continued playing well as a team passing around causing problems for Hailsham, a lucky chip on a shot into the D saw the ball flying past Joe’s head to make it 2-1, some excellent saves from Joe keeping Hailsham out of the goal. Worthing soon equalised again through Aaron Chapman.

Excellent defensive work from Worthing with a midfield made up of mostly defenders and one ex Singapore International saw attack after attack broken down. The game began heating up as both teams tried to claim all the points and a shot from Aaron across goal from Aaron slotted home for his second. With two minutes left all we needed to do was keep them out. A tense two minutes but finally the whistle blew, another vital 3 points taking us up to 7^th position from the depths of the table. But only a few points to separate the teams it is all to play for if we want to stay up this season.

Team: Joe Fowler (GK), Dan French (Capt), Mark Fischer, Howard Wakeling, Richard Rudrum, Robin Carr, James Hanson, Luke (1 Goal), Roger Langmaid, Harry Arunachalam, Ciaran Dinning, Adam Hart, Aaron Chapman (2 Goals)