Boys' 1st XI v Bloxham (Boarding Schools' Cup)

Result: Lost 2-3 AET

Review: The 1st XI exited the Boarding Schools' Cup in the first round away to Bloxham School. After a strong start and early control of possession, Felsted went a goal up before being drawn into end-to-end skirmishes for much of the match. A lack of discipline led to Felsted losing two players to yellow cards at crucial stages of the game. The first yellow card for a Felsted 1st XI player in 3 seasons. Felsted played their best hockey midway through the second half with Sam Malins and Hamish McLaren combining well. Hugh Fillingham started well at the back as did the excellent James Padfield making his 1st XI debut. Conceding a goal with the last hit of the game, a place in the second round was decided by extra time golden goal. Going down to 10 men in the first minute of extra time made life difficult and the golden goal was conceded. Some important lessons learned and several solid individual performances promise much for later in the term.

Star Player: James Padfield