Bedford Hockey Club experienced a week of mixed results across its senior squads ahead of a league-wide slip date. The Men’s 1st XI suffered a 6-1 defeat to league leaders Ipswich but maintained fourth place in the table, with Alex Sawyer scoring their sole goal. The Men’s 2nd, 3rd, and 4th XIs secured positive outcomes, including a 3-2 win, a 2-2 draw, and a 3-1 victory respectively, keeping them in strong league positions.
The remaining men’s teams faced losses, though notable performances included a hat-trick from James Logan for the 5th XI and a strong goal tally from the 6th XI despite their first defeat. The Ladies’ teams had varied results, with the 1st XI narrowly losing 1-0 to Olton and West Warwickshire, while the 2nd and 3rd XIs recorded wins, and the 4th XI drew their match. The 6th XI achieved a commanding 7-1 victory, maintaining their top spot in the league. These results highlight Bedford’s competitive standing across multiple divisions.
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