M1 v Wakefield 2

Saturday 20th January 2024
Yorkshire & NE Division 1
Chesterfield v Wakefield 2
Final score: 4-1
Scorers: Ryan Speed, Dan Caron (2), Freddie Ormerod.

Chesterfield Men’s first team faced Wakefield hockey club second team in a must win game for chesterfield.

After a long period of injuries, chesterfield were finally back to full strength giving the side a much needed boost in their search 3 points.

Chesterfield got off to a shaky start, conceding a goal in the first 5 minutes. Despite this early set back, chesterfield rallied and a fantastic display of skill from Ryan Speed saw the score level. Chesterfield remained disciplined and continued to build using small unit play and found the net for a second time through Dan Caron, giving chesterfield the lead at half time.

Chesterfield continued to frustrate Wakefield in the second half, with Freddie ormerod scoring side’s third goal. Wakefield refused to capitulate and attacked strongly, searching for a way to get back into the game. Despite increasing pressure on the chesterfield goal, international signing Tom Collier gave a masterclass in defence, winning the ball back. Chesterfield countered one last time resulting in another goal for Dan Caron. Final score 4 - 1 and chesterfield’s first win of the season.

Team Capt Rob Cooke said “I’m proud of the team today, we’ve had a tough start to the season but today reflected what the team is actually capable of. It’s a testament to the work ethic and ethos of the team who continue to work hard and strive for improvement.”

Player of the match - Freddie Ormerod

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