22 October 2011
With several key players missing, Services’ Masters had a tough away fixture at Alton, but still hoped to continue their recent unbeaten run. It was always going to be a difficult game against a team recently relegated from Div 2 and so it proved as Alton took all the points in a comprehensive 2-0 victory.
Alton showed their class as Services chased the game from the start and were unable to prevent the home side from taking the lead mid-way through the first half. Despite working hard, a disjointed Services team struggled to compete. Only good saves from stalwart keeper Millie Dewar (proving to be a real asset again this season) kept a well-drilled Alton side at bay. But the lead was doubled just before half-time when slack Services marking allowed Alton to take an easy goal to effectively secure the points. After the break, a more cohesive Services’ side battled hard to try to get back into the game and were unlucky not to score. With Alton still pushing forward for more goals, Services’ defensive skills were being severely tested as the half progressed. However, Alton were unable to find a way past the in-form Dewar and his defence who managed to keep the final score at 2-0.
Services next match is against touring side Warlocks in a friendly game next Sunday which should give Steve Eversfield’s side time to regroup and plan for future fixtures.
Hi Sara looks good