Men's 2s vs Sutton Coldfield 2

Telford v Sutton Coldfield

In a high-stakes showdown at St. George's, Telford's second team asserted their dominance over Sutton Coldfield, reaffirming their position at the top of the league standings with a commanding performance. 

From the opening whistle, Telford wasted no time in stamping their authority on the game. Within the first five minutes, they set a blistering tempo, dictating the pace of play. It didn't take long for Telford to capitalize on their early momentum, as Captain Tom Jones stepped up to convert a short corner with a clinical strike into the left-hand corner, giving Telford the early lead.

Minutes later, AJ orchestrated a slick attacking move, slipping the ball across the face of the goal for Cookie to calmly tap it into the back of the net, doubling Telford's advantage. The spectators were treated to a display of sublime passing hockey as Matt, Liam, and AJ combined intricately to set up Captain Tom Jones for Telford's third goal, a sublime team effort that left the opposition defense in disarray.

As the halftime whistle blew, Telford found themselves in a comfortable position, leading 3-0. The team talk emphasized the importance of maintaining their composure and intensity in the second half, despite their commanding lead.

The second period saw no let-up from Telford, who continued to press forward with relentless determination. Sutton Coldfield's defense was breached once again as a defensive lapse allowed Keeble to pounce on a loose ball and set up Captain Tom Jones for his hat-trick goal, a sublime finish that left the goalkeeper with no chance.

Despite Telford's dominance, Sutton Coldfield fought valiantly to stem the tide, thwarting several short corner opportunities. However, Telford's persistence paid off as Harry Gough found the back of the net with a composed finish, putting the result beyond doubt.

Throughout the match, Telford's teamwork and work ethic were exemplary, with every player contributing to the team's success. The backline showcased exceptional pace and composure in possession, while the midfield controlled the game with their precision passing and movement off the ball.

With promotion now tantalizingly within reach, Telford turns their attention to their next challenge against Warwick, knowing that another victory could bring them one step closer to their ultimate goal of promotion.