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Photos: Jack Western & Emilien Tortel
A crucial weekend of Yorkshire League fixtures saw the women’s 1sts hockey suffer an agonising and unfortunate 1-0 defeat on Saturday, with a controversial goal condemning York to defeat.
But they bounced back with a terrific performance against bottom club Otliensians 1sts on Sunday, to seal a crucial 4-1 victory which aids their quest to avoid relegation.
A marvellous Katie Penrose hat-trick helped York to a stunning victory, as Sally Dolton’s side produced some of their most pleasing hockey of the season.
They still remain in the relegation zone in their league after being promoted last year, but the weekend’s performances suggest the side have the ability to beat the drop.
The men’s 2nds and 3rds were also in action, and had contrasting fortunes. The 2nds continued their promotion push with a comfortable 4-1 win over Harrogate 3rds, which leaves them second in their division at the midway point of the season.
However the University 3rds suffered a 4-0 defeat against local rivals, City of York 6ths. The loss leaves Declan Hall’s side rooted to the foot of the table with only two points, as their miserable run continues.