Women's 1st XI Vs Newquay 1

Caradon travelled to Truro to play Newquay in a fixture that always produces exciting hockey. 
Both teams were on a good run of form so it was no surprise when attacking hockey was on both teams minds. 
After 20 minutes of even play, Newquay took the lead when a well struck penalty corner found the back board. Undeterred, Caradon continued to create chances but the Newquay defence were proving hard to beat and the keeper made some good saves to deny the equaliser in the first half. 
The next goal was going to be crucial and both teams pushed hard to get it. Caradon keeper, Helen Delbridge made some brilliant saves and the defence of Emma Gliddon, Amy Batty and Daisy Hunn were standing strong against the increasingly frustrated Newquay forwards. 
Libby Walsh turned over possession on the left before finding Claire Mitchell. Some great combination play led to a penalty corner being awarded and player of the match, Bizzie Jeffery flicked it home at the far post. With the score now level the game was in the balance but it was a great solo run from Dinnis that was illegally stopped by the diving Newquay keeper that resulted in a penalty strike being awarded. Dinnis dusted herself off to deliver a perfect flick.

With 10 minutes to play Newquay piled on the pressure but Caradon showed their maturity and good discipline and kept chances to a minimum. Showing good game management they ran the clock down and the final whistle came to seal another 3 points. 
The game was played in a very fair and competitive fashion, with both teams wanting to play good hockey.