GNHC PLAYS HOST TO WEEKEND OF INTERNATIONAL HOCKEY

Last weekend saw 3 of Scotland’s team take on Wales and Great Britain U23s.

Friday 3th June

Friday saw Scotland U16 Boys play Wales at Glasgow National Hockey Centre. Wales took an early lead from open play in the 20th minute but Scotland grabbed an equaliser just before the break through Struan Walker.

The second half saw Scotland get into a rhythm and took control of the match. They scored 3 goals within 4 minutes, coming from Jamie Golden (x 2) and Ben Pearson.

The final goal of the match was through Andrew McConnell who picked the ball up just outside the Welsh 25, placed his shot past the keeper to complete a 5-1 victory.

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Saturday 4th June

As the sun was shining upon GNHC it was Scotland U16 Girls turn to take on Wales. The match started bright with Scotland having a few chances on goal. Scotland then took the lead in the 14 minute with a penalty corner from Maris Cawthorn. Scotland doubled their lead on the 21st minute through Lucy Hogarth.

Wales started to apply pressure in the second half and looked to threaten Scotland’s goal on the break. However, Scotland were able to increase their lead with another penalty corner this time being scored by Emily Dark.

This did not waver Wales though as they pushed to get a goal and it came in the 56th minute through Katie Partridge. The match finished with a 3-1 win to Scotland which gave them confidence going into the second match.

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The U16 Boys were back in action against Wales for the second time in as many days. Fraser Moran opened the scoring for Scotland after 7 minutes with a delightful drag flick from a short corner. However, Wales levelled after the award of a penalty stroke. This was slotted home by Ollie Wheeler.

3 minutes later Scotland took the lead again as Fraser Moran doubled his tally from a short corner. Wales were not giving up as they converted a short corner in the 22nd minute to make it 2-2 through Rory Calderwood.

Just before half time Jamie Golden returned Scotland to a lead to make it 3-2 going into the break.

Scotland came out fast in the second half scoring a further 4 goals to make the score 7-2 to the home side. Goals came from Kyle Bannerman, Struan Walker, Kyle McGhie and Ben Pearson to round off a well-deserved victory for the Scots.

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Scotland Senior Women took on a new challenge in the Great Britain U23s. The GB squad featured 4 Scots from the Scottish side; Nicola Skrastin, Amy Costello, Nicola Cochrane and Millie Brown.

GB side had a comfortable 3-0 lead at half time proving to be the stronger of the two teams on the day. GB went on to score a further 2 goals in the second half, with Scotland getting a consolation goal through Becky Merchant to bring the final result to 1-5. Scotland Senior Coach described the performance as very poor from the Scottish side with plenty of room for improvement in the second fixture.Scot v GB

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The final game of the day saw the return of Scotland and Wales U16s Girls for their second match of the day. Scotland were in control of the match from the beginning with many chances but they were unable to covert. It wasn’t until the 15th minute when Scotland opened the scoring through Emily Dark. Scotland then capitalised on their lead 7 minutes later with a goal from Georgia Smith.

Straight after half time Scotland increased their lead with Emily Dark getting her second of the match. Despite playing well Wales could not quite convert any chances that fell their way. The Scotland girls continued to play with confidence and scored a further 2 goals through Milly Merry and Ruth Blaikie to round off a terrific performance and 5-0 win for the girls in blue.

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Sunday 5th June

The first game of the day was to be the third and final match between Scotland and Wales U16 Girls. Scotland were looking to make it 3 wins out of 3 in the sunshine of Glasgow.

The match was well contested by both teams in what was a very warm day. Wales were determined to improve on their performance from the previous day. It was Scotland who once again took the lead through Emily Dark after converting another penalty corner making that her 4th goal of the weekend. Wales got the equaliser they were hoping for on the 45th minute through Carys Waters. The equaliser was short lived though as Scotland’s Joanne Boyle handed the lead back to Scotland in the 49th minute.

The rest of the match saw chances fall to both teams but they were unable to take advantage of these and the score remained 2-1. This gave Scotland the 3rd win of the series in what was a great weekend of hockey by both teams.Scot 16s v Wal

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The second match of the day saw Scotland U16 Boys take on Wales for the final time. After long periods of pressure Scotland took the lead through Andrew McConnell with a reverse across the goalkeeper. 2 minutes later Ben Pearson converted from the penalty spot. Kyle Bannerman completed the half with a deflection from a short corner routine to make it 3-0 at the break.

John Stephen and Struan Walker increased Scotland’s lead to 5-0 after 15 and 25 minutes. Wales got a late consolation goal to bring the final result to 5-1.

Similar to their female counterparts Scotland boys completed 3 wins out of 3 in the series against Wales.

Huge well done to everyone involved.

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The final game of the day saw Scotland Women try to redeem themselves against a strong U23 Great Britain side. The performance from the Scots was night and day to the previous match. The Scottish girls began to show their determination when Nikki Lloyd slotted home a rebound from a corner. Scotland doubled their lead through Bex Condie after a straight strike for a penalty corner.

The match finished 2-0 to the home side and all credit must be given to the Scottish girls for bouncing back after the defeat on Saturday. The Women’s head coach believed performances from every individual were far better than Saturday and the girls should be very proud of themselves for the positive mind-set they showed throughout the game.

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