Bronze Medal for Women’s Masters

Scotland’s women’s Masters rounded off their World Cup in Rotterdam at the weekend with a Bronze medal win.  Roving reporters Janice Moir and Jill Reid give us a summary of the final two games of the tournament.

12th June Scotland 45’s V RSA 45’s
 
Scotland started nervously and in the opening minutes gave away possession a bit too easily, however, once into the game they played some very good possession hockey.  RSA defended well and dominated the midfield with controlled passing and play. Despite a few chances at both ends the half ended 0-0.  The Scots confidently started the 2nd half, but a momentary lapse of concentration allowed RSA to score early in the half.  Although RSA always looked dangerous on the break the Scots controlled most of the game in the 2nd half, but found it difficult to break down RSA, who played 10 behind the ball.  Despite intense pressure in the last 20 minutes the Scots could not score and the game ended 0-1.  Very disappointing for the Scots who knew they should have won if they had taken their chances.  The game set them up well for their final game against USA 40’s.
 
13th June Scotland 45’s V USA 40’s
 
Scotland’s last game started late because of scheduling issues, which could have caused problems for flights home, but the USA team very sportingly helped to allow the game to go ahead.  Once again Scotland’s effort and work rate were phenomenal, putting lots of pressure on the USA 40’s, who were constantly at the Scots heels.  The pressure paid off when Scotland scored at a penalty corner through vice-captain Lizzie Sturrock in the 30th minute leading to half time score of 1-0. The 2nd half continued in the same vein as the first with the USA pressurising the Scots and gaining penalty corners, which Scotland defended well.  The team worked non-stop, supporting and encouraging each other and as the game went on energy was sapping and the younger USA team continued to press.  Exhilaration at the final whistle when the game ended 1-0, meaning Scotland won a Bronze medal.  A great result for a “young” team forming, who are looking forward to the Home Nations in Swansea in two weeks’ time.

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