Category Archives: 2nd team match reports
This category is for all 2nd team match reports.
Ashbourne away. Flipping eck – 28th January 2012
After a delay in setting off, we arrived at Ashbourne in time for a quick warm up. Thank you captain kara.
Staveley had main possession for the first half and put away three fantastic goals. The first coming from the middle calderbank, sarah; Emma converted a short corner to reach sarah in the D where she swooped it in to make it one nil. The second came from gina, again from a short and set up by Emma reaching gina in the D, where she lifted it in to the back of the net to make it two for staveley. Then came Emma’s superb goal, driven in by a free shot by sarah to reach Emma where she took on the defenders and made it three nil.
After half time, the only events were injuries and a touch of anger. Gina managed to get told off by the umpire for ‘flipping’ swearing. Well, you would swear too if three of the team had been taken out by an Ashbourne player and the umpire didn’t pick up on it. But apparantly umpire decision is final….hmmmff.
Luckily sarah c managed to get some good stick tackles in, even though the umpire didn’t like these either…oops!
Hannah Curley made some great runs, and had four shots on goal, unfortunately none managed to hit the back of the net – we all feel your frustration Hannah but the team agree that you played an awesome game which gave her man of the match, well done!!
Staveley 3 – Ashbourne 0
It’s all about the boobs 21st January 2012
It was a v windy morning when Staveley seconds convened for their first match of 2012; a plate fixture against Burton.
Staveley started strong with some great attacking moves but soon Burton upped there game, along with levels of aggression. Gina took her first one for the team about 20 minutes in with a ball to the shoulder. But hard as nails Ribena took it like a man and came back fighting.
Burton’s first goal came shortly after, it was a lucky one. Half time ensued.
The half time talk was led by keeper Fran as Vice Captain Kerry had to go for a quick wee. The main issue, aggression. We needed some, and quick!
The rallying talk paid off with Staveley rushing the Burton defence. Sam delivered a supremely magnificent ball into the D, absolutely superbly placed ready for Kelly to smack it in. Boom!
Unfortunately, Burton weren’t going down easily and found the back of the net again during a shit corner, I mean short corner, making it 2-1.
Next it was Ginas turn to take another one for the team. This time it was a really really really hard ball to the ankle. We all felt that one! Ouch!
Staveley went on to ALMOST bag another goal. Unfortunately, it came off Emma’s leg and not her stick and the umpire spotted it. Rubbish.
The whirly windy match ended 2-1, with a sad Staveley, with cold boobs, and out of the plate. I always thought bowls were much better anyway.
Full time:
Staveley 1- 2 Burton
Told you plates were better than cups! 3rd December
After a tie last week Staveley were pumped up and ready for a win in today’s Plate fixture against Matlock Sixes.
Staveley started strong with some great attacking plays and many shots on goal. After lots of pressure, Matlock cracked when Catherine forced an own goal, 1-0 Staveley!
As Staveley players (Hannah) got increasingly angry with themselves, Staveley still pushed forward aiming for another goal. After a couple of screams and balls to the body, Emma rewarded us with another shot at goal and a score! 2-0 to Staveley just at the half time whistle!
After a rousing half time talk from Hannah Curley Staveley pushed off strong again and although Matlock came back strong Staveley continued to dominate with another goal after 15 minutes from Grace. Grace’s girly air-punch was a wonder to behold.
Drama followed quickly as Andrea went down heavily with a twisted knee and had to be helped off to the sidelines. We hope she’s feeling better soon.
Staveley hung on with 10 men to finish 3-0. Well done Staveley. Told you plates were better than cups!
Blown Away by Brownies! 26th November
Staveley vs Matlock (home)
At windy St Marys, Staveley 2nds gathered in high spirits (and high winds).
Despite gale force weather it was an upbeat start for the team and Staveley dominated. Even though time was spent in the opposing circle, Staveley couldn’t find that last touch to secure a goal.
Talk of secret brownies for post-match snap at half time, boosted Staveley spirits and both Matlock and Staveley came out fighting. (had they heard of said brownies too?)
Staveley created lots of chances and penalty corners but just couldn’t find the net. Matlock then got a break and used it to their advantage, streaking (how rude) udown the pitch and scoring, taking them 1-0 up.
Staveley didn’t let their heads drop though and on another penalty, made some good passes which found the end of Hannah Curley’s stick. She shoots she scores!! Woop!
Hannah then bravely took a lifted ball to the stomach. Sorry Hannah!
Final score:
Matlock 1 – Staveley – 1
Man of the match: joint Hannah Curley and Catherine Hill
Well done girls!
Ps the brownies are lovely!
Sunny day sticks – 19th November
It was a sunny day in Chez-Vegas, like, when we found ourselves facing off against top of the table, Derby Asterdale from down t’road.
Staveley started strong despite playing into a blinding sun, but at least we won’t need to fake tan later.
After lots of great hockey, the game ended and we lost 4-0.
Well deserved Man of the Match for an angry Hannah Curley and we’ll come back stronger next time.
2nd team not 2nd class and stay 2nd in the table
We all set off for Uttoxeter with a convoy of cars prepared for the long journey ahead.
We started the game strongly despite Burton having most of the possesion in the first 15 minutes. We soon got ourselves in gear stringing together some excellent passes to provide Hannah Curley with a chance to tap it in at the far corner, which she took, putting us ahead 1-0.
Burton remained defiant and despite our best efforts they equalised just before half time. 1-1
At half time we discussed vital tactics…including the hottness of the umpire (not Chris…sorry Chris) despite this however Burton came out fighting and quickly went 2-1 up at the begining of the second half (analysing this after the game we think we may have been somewhat distracted by a certain umpire…not Chris, sorry Chris).
We kept fighting not letting our heads go down and our resilliance paid off after a well timed shot from Charlotte; managing to squeeze it’s way through to equalise the game at 2-2… but that wasn’t enough for us, we pushed for the win right to end and our efforts paid off when Emma netted another fantastic goal to add to her tally.
Man of the match went to Hannah Curley, well done Hannah 
PS. We missed our captain today, despite having an excellent replacement, we hope she managed to finish her report (enjoyed the game) 
Bring on next week and top of the league!!
Remember remember the 5th November…
Remember remember the fifth of November… As the day Staveley got revenge! (firework references throughout, can you spot them?)
It’s bonfire night and there were certainly fireworks on the pitch, as well as a bit of poo. (But Gina took care of that – no one touch her stick!)
There was everything to play for after Staveley missed out to Belper in a cup match just 2 weeks previously.
Staveley pushed back and at once the team began to dominate, monopolizing the ball, with the first goal from Emma Schaaning coming early on from a penalty corner.
Soon after Gina Peeler netted. On being interviewed Gina’s modest response was Ii just tapped it in Sam. It was nothing.”
Belper rallied and came back with a goal from a lovely strike across the goal just before the whistle blew for half time.
Half time discussions ended in Staveley reverting to the original line up to try and create more chances.
Niamh also offered money incentives for goals. Mr Hardwick now owes £25, we’re not sure he is aware of this. If he doesn’t pay up, pasties are acceptable forms of payment Niamh.
Because of the chance of getting a fiver/pasty, Staveley had a rocket up the bum and upped their game, and it wasn’t long before Niamh netted. Fiver for Niamh.
Shortly after Emma, who was on fire (bon), bagged her second, with several dodges and a good final jab at the ball.
Belper came back with a lucky goal from a penalty corner which nipped between a variety of legs, making the score 4-2.
Staveley hadn’t finished though and it wasn’t long before Niamh bagged her second, earning herself a tenner. Nice.
In a grand finale performance, Maggie fell dramatically to the ground, twisting her knee. We wish her a speedy recovery.
So a 5-2 win to Staveley erases memories of the cup defeat.
What a sparklering performance from all involved.
Catherine wheel is voted man of the match for her explosive efforts!
Plates are better anyway – 15th October
Staveley 2nds vs Belper – Cup Match
After a 7-0 slaughtering of Matlock last week, Staveley were confident ahead of the match with Belper, the only issue being having to strip off to change into nice grey polo shirts due to a colour clash. Would these shirts prove to be lucky? Only time would tell.
Belper pushed back and forged ahead and disppointingly got an early goal. Staveley didn’t back down and battled back bravely. Within ten minutes Niamh netted a cracker. The crowd went wild. Well… Bev, Sarah and Becky and Grace’s boyfs did.
Half time came and went quickly and pleasantly, as Staveley chomped on old school half time oranges and got excited about the posibility of taking flicks should the result end in a draw.
Staveley pushed back and inmediateley began to dominate again. Becky took a ball to the head but was very brave and played on, setting a good example to young Ruby on the sidelines.
Despite spending much time in the opposing half, a sudden Belper break had Staveley sprinting back. But not fast enough as Belper scored their second.
Staveley came back though, bagging several penalty corners… But frustratingly no goals came from them.
Out of the cup… But bring on the plate!
Full time:
Staveley 1 – Belper 2
Man of the match – Niamh
Staveley 2nds vs Matlock Bailleans 8th October
Mood was nervously excited this morning as Staveley set off for Wirksworth keen to continue our current winning form.
Weather was a typically drizzly Saturday which was an improvement on the previous week’s blistering sun.
Staveley fielded a strong side and 3 subs which worked to our advantage as Staveley got off to a flying start with a goal in the first 10. Excellent passing and movement pressured the keeper and Niamh knocked the ball into the right corner.
A second goal soon followed, with Emma S taking a brilliant strike as well as a stick to the head!
A few minutes later Staveley were at it again with another great finish from Kara.
Just before half time another great strike from Niamh caused Staveley to go in at half time with a very strong 4-0 lead.
After half time, Matlock made valiant attempts to push past Staveley but were brilliantly repelled by the Staveley defence, with some fantastic tackles from Beth and Fran and some beautiful interceptions from Andrea and Kerry , we stayed on the attack.
Staveley stepped up a gear with Grace and Andrea pushing up from defence to help Staveley get more goals. The next goal came from a short corner with a brilliant turn from Emma for her second goal of the match.
After that Staveley were pushing for good goal difference in the table and more goals came from Kara gaining her second and Emma getting her hat-rick with a great goal!
A terrific performance from all the team and especially Emma gaining man of the match for her spectacular performance and goals! A great win over long time rivals Matlock!
Other news from today’s game:
Gina’s attempt to ‘flick the ball like a hot potato’ resulted in the splits; impressive. Neither Frans were at all sweaty after the match.
Kerry got a nose-bleed on reaching the dizzy heights of the attacking half. Big thanks to Callum for umpiring and for cleaning up after us at the pub.
Final score Matlock 0 – Staveley 7
Niamh – 2
Emma Schaaning – 3
Kara – 2
Feeling Hot hot hot!! 1st October
The Staveley side were over-joyed to be playing in the freaky 25 degree heat at the start of October!
But the most important thing really is that I, me, that is Gina… (man of the match) scored. Yes you heard it right…back of the net.
A few other details you readers may like to know, although you’ll find that it’s not really as important, is that:
It was really hot.
Defence got shouted at a lot (unwarranted).
Overall we played a great game.
Oh, and Kara set up the goal for Gina.
Sam was sweaty (but played great in goal).
The sarnies were nice-thank u Jim.
Staveley 1 – Ashbourne 0
By Gina (Man of Match and Goalscorer)
