Girls’ 1st XI Hockey Through to National Semi-Finals
The girls’ 1st XI hockey team recorded a superb victory over Millfield on Tuesday in a thrilling Schools U18 Tier 1 Championship quarter-final.
After a tightly contested match, a fantastic equaliser from Laura (U6, Hailey) took the score to 1–1 at full time and sent the game to penalties – or “shuffles” in hockey parlance.
Under enormous pressure, and showing immense character, Lois (L6, Allenby), Lettie (U6, Melville) and then Florrie (Vths, Colvin) each held their nerve to score their shuffle. In goal, Georgie (L6, Hailey) delivered a masterclass, saving all three of Millfield’s attempts to secure the win. It was a pulsating encounter, and the girls now progress to the last four in the country and the national semi-final.
It was an extraordinary afternoon of sport. The performance from the girls was very special, the management of the team was exceptional, and the passionate support from the sidelines undoubtedly made a difference to the outcome.
