Equal match
Henley faced Oxford Hawks at the weekend, it was going to be a tough game and a battle for top of league, however after two good wins Henley were looking strong.
Henley started strong putting pressure on Oxford’s defence, with the midfield and forwards linking up well. Oxford won the ball and broke quickly winning a short corner in the 6th minute. Their well-practised short corner meant that Oxford went 1-0 up.
Henley fought back, with some great movement upfront from Georgie Metcalfe and Louisa England which lead to a well-deserved goal by Lara Wilkinson in the 10th minute. Henley continued to dominate the first half with a strong defensive performance by Kat Green, Rachel Herbert and Chloe Nelson. Half time came and it was 1-1 with everything to play for.
Oxford started the second half strong playing higher and putting more pressure on Henley. However Henley continued their strong performance with Louisa England winning a short corner in the 42nd minute. Rachel Herbert’s straight strike at goal meant that Henley were 2-1 up.
Oxford continued to pressure Henley’s defence which lead to them winning the ball and scoring in the 53rd minute making it 2-2. Both teams continued to play well and after full time the game ended in a 2-2 draw.