2025/26 Season - Week 14

Blueharts sides produced an impressive set of performances this weekend as league action resumed following the break, with several teams delivering high-scoring wins and hard-earned points.

Men’s 1s returned to action in style with a commanding 7–2 home win over Saffron Walden 2s. A sharp attacking display saw goals from Sebastien Walton-Adams (2), Harvey Walton-Adams, Will Lawler, Peter Cornell, James Byford and Dominic Graham as Blueharts controlled large spells and made their chances count.

Ladies’ 1s suffered a narrow and frustrating 1–0 defeat away at Crostyx 1s despite dominating possession for much of the match. After a slow start, Blueharts settled well and used transfers effectively to pin Crostyx back. The decisive moment came from a scrappy short corner, and despite wave after wave of pressure Blueharts could not find the equaliser. Emma Baxter was named Player of the Match for an outstanding all-round performance.

Men’s 2s produced one of the standout scorelines of the weekend with a 9–1 home win over St Albans 4s. Goals came from Oscar Hammond (2), Paul Buckland, Graham Burr (2), Flynn Krishman, Addison Scott and Rory Williams (2) in a dominant attacking performance.

Ladies’ 2s secured an excellent 2–0 away victory at St Albans 4s built on defensive resilience and clinical finishing. Under early pressure and facing numerous short corners, goalkeeper Cindy Dixon and joint Player of the Match, Sophie Featherby, were outstanding at the back. Blueharts took the lead through Carly Madders from a penalty corner, before Madders turned provider with a superb long free hit that Josie Layton finished calmly for the second. Joint Player of the Match Ellie Johnson was a constant attacking threat throughout.

Men’s 3s delivered a comprehensive 6–0 away win against Letchworth 2s. Ashley Hammond led the scoring with a hat-trick, supported by Ben Hammond (2) and Matthew Scott.

Ladies’ 3s were involved in an open contest at home but fell to a 5–3 defeat against Rickmansworth 1s. Goals from Anna Claypole, Cat Cattermole and Alice Winton kept Blueharts competitive throughout.

Men’s 4s put in a strong home performance to beat Vauxhall 1s 4–0, with Matthew Maylin netting a hat-trick and Raymond Lin adding the fourth.

Ladies’ 4s enjoyed an excellent attacking afternoon in a 9–2 home win over St Albans 6s. Goals came from Joanna Floor (3), Tamzin Wright (2), Holly Clarke (2), Megan Thompson-Wells and Nic Baxter.

Men’s 6s claimed a solid 4–2 home win over Royston 2s thanks to goals from David Moore, Paul Krishman, Zac Wright and Alex Haskins.

Ladies’ 6s secured a deserved 2–1 victory over St Albans after switching to a new four-at-the-back formation to counter their opponents’ long-ball threats. After a goalless but intense first half — and captain Hannah Ross battling through a suspected broken finger — St Albans took the lead early in the second half. Ross returned to score twice and seal the win, with the whole squad delivering a disciplined and determined performance.

Men’s 7s battled to a 0–0 away draw at Royston 3s in a tight defensive contest.

Ladies’ 7s fell to a 6–1 defeat away at Saffron Walden 6s in their development fixture.

Men’s 8s continued their remarkable run with a 5–1 home win over Saffron Walden 6s. After conceding early, they responded through Mark Wakeling from a penalty corner before Tom Payne (2), Thomas Flinn and Rob Trotter completed the turnaround. A fourteenth straight win keeps the 8s among the few sides in the East region with a 100% record.

A great weekend of hockey across the club with plenty more to come next week.