Girls' U15B v Bishop's Stortford College

Result: Won 3-0
Review: For the first time this season the 15B’s enjoyed home advantage. The home crowd coupled with a familiar playing surface worked its magic, and the ‘B’ side took full advantage. The team’s resolute steely determination and good early possession enabled this young side to manufacture the confidence to go on and win from the first whistle. Accurate passing and good tackling were the cornerstones that lead to the goals being scored. What was also pleasing was the hard work from the mid-field players who ran off the ball creating gaps in the oppositions defence. Felsted did look a little lacklustre in their short corner routines and this training ground drill will be tightened up after half term. Finally, this was a satisfying performance and Bishop’s Stortford College are also congratulated for the manner in which the game was played.Well done to all.

Player of the match: Annabel Dines

Girls' U15A v Bishop's Stortford College

18th October Bishop's Stortford (Home)

Result: Lost 2-3

Review: Felsted took a deserved early lead in the match after some sustained pressure was finally converted into a goal by Tor Seager on the far post. Bishop's Stortford looked dangerous on the break and drew level before half time after a number of near misses. The second half was not without controversy when a Felsted goal was ruled out because it was struck marginally outside of the circle. This was followed by two late goals from Bishop's Stortford against the run of play, which was a cruel end to a match that the Felsted girls will feel unlucky to have lost.

Player of the match: Olivia Schwier

Girls' CCA v Bishop's Stortford College

Result: Won 1-0
Review: After last weeks 6-2 win the CCA's were looking to continue their winning run against a strong Bishop's Stortford side. Felsted played some nice hockey in the opening minutes with a few early chances whistling past the post. The forwards were linking nicely with Alicia, Katie McGuckian and Janneke all having chances to score. There was also some great defence work by the back four, in particular Isabel Woodford had a superb game stepping to the ball and making some great tackles. Half time and Felsted were disappointed to finish the half without a goal after dominating proceedings. Into the second half and Felsted pushed on with Katie McGuckian breaking free and keeping her cool to score a one on one with the keeper. Into the last five minutes and Bishop Stortford piled on the pressure winning several short corners. Felsted managed to closed out the game with captain Eliz controlling the middle and making some crucial interceptions. Final score 1-0 to the CCA's, another well deserved victory.

Star Player: Isabel Woodford

Girls' U15B v Kings Ely

 Result: Lost 0-6
Review: The Felsted Team played a good Kings Ely 'A' side, who were fortunate enough to have an extremely talented Centre Half who dominated their attacking play. This said, the score does not reflect the effort and team spirit in which Felsted played. Felsted U15B's can take pride in their performance and the 'never say die' attitude which was clear for all to see. Well done girls.
Player of the match: Emilia Blyth (Team Captain)

Girls' CCA v Sevenoaks

Result: Won 4-0
Review: A superb performance by the Cromwell Club 1st XI produced a 4-0 victory against Sevenoaks. A great result against a school of large numbers. Sound in defence with the presence of Freya, Issy, Eliz, Beth and Janneke, held together by the calming influence of Charlotte in the centre of midfield and bolstered by the explosive pace of Katie and Elle up front, the CCA's have really come on under the tutelage of Miss Gordon. Goals from Katie, Elle (2) and Charlotte were rewards for their efforts.
Player of the match: Katie McGuckian

Girls' 1st XI v Stamford School

Result: Draw 3-3
Review: An unusually small 1st XI squad of 12 players battled back well to draw against Stamford School away from home. Felsted started strongly and created numerous chances, two of which were eventually tucked away by Bryony Males. Despite creating a number of further scoring opportunities Felsted were unable to convert and conceded two soft goals on the stroke of half time. A quiet second half came to life 10 minutes from time as the Felsted players realised they were on the brink of defeat. A number of strong runs down the right hand side from Anna Stonham produced several opportunities including an excellent equalising goal from Katherine Moore.

Girls' 1st XI v The leys

Result: Won 9-1
Review: The Girls' 1st XI had a much-improved performance to beat an under-strength, yet still strong Leys side. Felsted started sharply with Bryony Males leading the line and pressurising the opposition from the whistle. A number of clear opportunities were squandered early on and the game remained close. Eventually the deadlock was broken and the goals began to come, notably for the irrepressible Males who finished the match with five goals. Tamara Evans put in a composed performance on the right hand side, with Katherine Moore and Eli Mott-Brown outstanding once again.

Girls' 1st XI v Framlingham (Home)

Result: Lost 1-7
Review: A lacklustre first half to the game resulted in a first loss of the season for the school 1st XI. With little in the way of cohesion with or without the ball Felsted struggled to control any possession and conceded five goals before the break. In contrast, Framlingham were sharp and organised despite the unseasonal temperatures and were worthy winners. A different team appeared in the second half for Felsted, creating a large number of excellent chances, scoring first in the half before conceding two counter attacks late on in the game. Disappointed with their level of performance and still clearly tired from their heroics in the week it was great to see the side finish the game strongly and keep heads high throughout.