Yate Hockey Club Match Reports: Ladies 1s Finish League Season with Win, Men’s Teams Wrap Up Season

Yate Ladies 1s finished their league season on a high note with a 4-1 victory over Bristol & West Jaspers. The team put on a strong performance in front of their loyal supporters, showcasing their skills and determination on the field.

The game started off with Yate taking the lead early on, as Chloe W’s shot found its way past the Jaspers’ goalkeeper. Yate continued to dominate the game with relentless pressure and excellent pressing from players like Chloe W, Emily A, Millie V-W, and Kyishia Cooke.

The team’s solid defense, led by players like Di Pugh-Hudson, Antonia Joy, and Zoe Vale, kept Jaspers at bay for most of the game. Yate’s second goal came from a powerful strike by Zoe Vale, followed by another goal from Cooke to make it 3-0.

Although Jaspers managed to pull one back in the second half, Yate remained in control of the game with strong performances from their defensive line and goalkeepers. The team sealed the victory with a fourth goal, scored by Cooke after a decisive play from Holly Davis.

Yate Ladies 1s finished the season in 5th place in the West Women’s Division 1 North table, with captains Zoe Vale and Lucy Joy expressing pride in the team’s performance throughout the season. With a few more wins, they could have finished even higher in the standings.

In other Yate hockey news, the Men’s 1s team faced a tough loss against Swansea 2, while the Men’s 2s team, who had already secured the league title, fell to the Uni of Bristol 5 Development Team. The Mixed team also put up a strong fight in the National Mixed Plate competition, ultimately falling short against Trojans but showcasing their talent and determination on the field.