A great team performance against a strong Chester team. The senior men won in style to christen the new pool at Orford. The defence was particularly impressive limiting Chester to a few long range chances.
Team: B Pike, C Dean (1), P Burke, B Dailey, D Price, C Lynch (2), A Burke (1), I Musgrove (1), O Rhodes (7), P Daintith, S Mainwaring, S Cooper, A Brown (9).
Warrington vs. Tyldesley 16&U (M&D/B&D)
The first under-16 match in the new home venue, Orford Park, is a double-header against Tyldesley.
1st Quarter
The match starts with Warrington attacking the shallow end. Matt wins the swim off and Dom is first on the score-sheet. Warrington defend - good pressure from Katie - Tyldesley make a high shot from the wing, Luke saves. Matt takes a shot, it goes wide. Conor picks up the ball and swims up - he’s under pressure - he shoots and scores. Conor passes into Dom’s path, he collects the ball, shoots and scores. Katie passes up the wing to Emily, who scores. Now it’s Emily passing to Katie, who passes into Dom who scores. Tyldesley tighten their defence, and Dom is under pressure in the pit - he shoots and it goes in, but he’s penalised for a shove and no goal is given. Next attack, and Dom is free, Ben passes to him and he scores. It’s Ben’s turn next and he’s on the attack, under pressure, he scores. Brett receives the ball, but there’s no clear shot. Warrington get a man-up following a foul on Brett, Ben capitalises with a goal. Dan receives the ball from Ben, but no clear shot and he sends the ball back to Ben who scores. Tyldesley have the last throw of the quarter. The home side have started strongly; the score is 10 - 0.
2nd Quarter
Brett wins the swim-off for Warrington. The ref takes time to clarify a decision and Tyldesley gain a man-up. The home-side defend well - good pressure from Emma. On the counter-attack Dan scores. The team continue to defend well as the visitors increase their attack. Katie is pulled back, Luke makes a save. Brett scores. Emma working hard in defence; Tyldesley get a man-up and Luke saves a shot on goal. Matt and Katie are both tenacious in defence; the visitors get a man up and their coach calls a time-out. Tyldesley set-up and the home-side defend superbly, Matt finally claiming the ball. Emily goes on to score from a super lob-shot. Tyldesley counter-attack and Warrington defend as a team, keeping the visitors out until the buzzer. Warrington on the attack, Emily passes to Matt, in the pit, who scores. The quarter ends 15 - 0.
3rd Quarter
Brett dons the red hat for this quarter and Luke plays out-field. The ref delays the re-start and the home-side “warm-up” the fresh goal-keeper. Play starts with a pass from Luke into Dan, who is squeezed off the ball. Emma works hard in defence and is straight up to the other end to help the attack. Conor makes a superb pass to Dan, who scores. Conor scores himself, following a flick of the ball with his foot - good goal. Brett makes a save. Luke passes to Ben, Ben passes to Dom, who scores. Emily covers, but Tyldesley find the back of the net. Luke shoots, but it goes over the goal. There is good pressure by Dan, Ben picks up the ball and swims up. Conor finishes the attack with a bounce-shot. Tyldesley on the attack and set-up well, they shoot and the ball goes in just past Brett’s finger-tips. Luke shoots, it’s just wide. The quarter ends 20 - 2.
4th Quarter
Luke gets the red hat back. Dom shoots from the pit, but the Tyldesley goal-keeper makes a cracking save. Ben goes on to score, quickly followed by Conor. Emma keeps pressure on in defence. Katie makes a shot, but it’s saved. Emma defends the pit; Conor makes a bounce-shot and scores. The team defend well and the Tyldesley attack runs out of time. Ben scores. Emma defends well, and as Warrington attack Dom is pulled back and the home-side get a man-up. Ben scores. Emma passes to Dan, who passes to Emily, who scores. Great team play from the home-side. The match is in the last minute and Luke throws long to Dan, who scores. Emily shoots in the last second and scores. The match ends 28 - 2.
Whilst the home-side attacked well, it was their superb defending that led to the final score. The whole team defended; with some players working hard throughout - Emma worthy of special mention. A final bit of tension was the un-knotting and subsequent missing hats; Andrea and Kevin saved the day!
Coaches
Tom Costello & Sue Bowater
Team
Luke Atkinson, Conor Lynch (5), Katie Bowater, Dan Farini (5), Brett Takemoto (1), Emma Horne, Ben Daley (8), Emily Bowater (5), Dominic Richard (3), Matt Williams (1)
Solid performance maintains the tempo of the game and working some good goals.
Team: B Pike, C Lynch, I Musgrove, D Price, P Daintith, J Barker, C Dean, P Burke, B Dailey, A Brown
Goals: C Lynch (1), I Musgrove (6), D Price (1), J Barker (3), C Dean (2), A Brown (4)
Majors: I Musgrove (1), D Price (2)
Good performance from a young team versus a big, strong Stretford team. Great to see the goals coming from Conor, Dom and Adam.
Team: B Pike, D Farini, D Richard, C Lynch, D Price, C Dean, L Atkinson, P Daintith, A Farini, I Musgrove
Goals: D Richard (1), C Lynch (3), D Price (2), C Dean (1), A Farini (2)
Majors: D Farini (1), P Daintith (2)
The men’s team travelled to Antwerp for an international tournament hosted in an amazing out door pool on the banks of the river in Antwerp. Travel on Friday was extremely smooth and the chaps got their tents set up and headed to the beer tent to meet the teams and sample the local refreshment.
Saturday saw the first match at a very civilised start time of 12.30. Warrington faced a French team, Calypso and despite a valiant effort and a cameo 1 minute appearance from the worse for wear Ian Musgrove the team lost 10-6.
The second game was a much better result and Warrington came out 5-7 winners against De Mechelen 2. The 3rd game was another good performance and the team were growing into the tournament this time coming out 6-7 winners against De Zuidwesthoek in a close game. The final match of the day at 5pm saw Warrington cruise to victory 2-9 against Waregem B. It was clear performance improved as the effects from the previous night subsided.
This put Warrington joint top of our group on 9 points with two other teams. The tournament rules stipulated in a such a case positions should be decided by results between the teams but this also left them equal, having all beaten each other. The standings were then decided on goal difference in the games between the equal teams. Despite Warrington having the best overall goal difference we came third in this case, therefore we would play off for 5-6th the next day. This was tough as we could easily have been playing for 1st-2nd.
Never the less the team did not lose heart and dived into the sumptuous and plentiful barbecue, continuing into the night with the beers and disco Bryn and Ben being the stalwarts of the team until the bitter end.
The next day Warrington arose to play their final game in probably their worst performance of the weekend. Warrington lost 11-6 to Gentse and finished 6th overall.
All in all a fantastic weekend helped by the gorgeous weather and Warrington hope to return next year 2nd-4th September 2017!
Bridgefield vs. Warrington 16 & U (M&D League Match)
Austin Rawlinson Pool, Speke, 20th July 2016
1st Quarter
The match starts with Warrington attacking the shallow end. Bridgefield quickly counter, but Dan intercepts and passes to Ben, who passes to Conor. Conor takes a shot and scores – a terrific start for the visitors, with some fantastic play! Dan scores from a free-throw, quickly followed by a Bridgefield counter-attack. Luke makes a great save. The home-side make another attack, Dom intercepts and swims all the way up the pool, Conor is with him, Dom passes and Conor scores from a back-hand shot. Bridgefield get a corner, the visitors defend well and Luke makes a save. Bridgefield attack again, this time they score. Back at the shallow-end, Dom scores. Warrington attack again and Conor shoots – no goal given, the visiting supporters are sure it went in! In the final attack of the quarter, Warrington get a man-up, but time runs out. The quarter finishes 1 – 4.
2nd Quarter
Warrington are immediately attacking and Ben scores in the first thirty seconds of the quarter. The visitors defend well and Luke makes a save. Bridgefield get a man-up, they set-up well and take a shot, and the ball creeps over the line - just. Emily swims up, calmly takes long-shot and scores a great goal in the bottom left – superb play! Luke makes a diving save in the shallow end, sends the ball up the pool and Brett scores. Bridgefield have possession, but Matt intercepts, gets the ball to Ben who makes a great pass to Emma on the wing, she shoots, but it’s saved. Warrington defend a man-up and the ball is soon up to the other end. Emily passes to Ben and he scores – fantastic team-work and a fantastic finish! Bridgefield call a time-out and Warrington defend the man-up. Quickly attacking again and Dom hits the post, Katie collects the ball from a Bridgefield pass, sends it to Emily, who scores. The quarter ends 2 – 9.
3rd Quarter
Warrington have a comfortable lead, but Bridgefield aren’t beaten yet, and score from a man-up. Dom scores with one of his trade-mark shots from long-range; he scores again. Katie really keeping the pressure on the opposition with some fantastic defending. Bridgefield make a long throw and it bounces off Brett’s head; quick-thinking from Warrington, and the visitors attack again, Katie shoots but it’s saved. Luke throws long to Brett, who passes to Ben, fantastic play. Warrington have a man-up, Matt shoots but it hits the post. Luke makes a terrific save. Katie scores, shortly followed by Emily, with a long shot – was it 15 metres? Another strong quarter, the score is 3 - 12.
4th Quarter
Coach Sue makes some changes going into the final quarter and its Conor to score. Next up Dom shoots, but it is saved. A quick one-two between Ben and Emily, and Ben scores. Dan passes to Conor, who scores. Bridgefield are on the attack, they shoot, but Luke makes the save. Katie scores from a Warrington man-up, and it’s the last minute of the game. Warrington keep the pressure on as Dom scores again. The match ends 3 – 18.
The young Bridgefield team showed commitment and determination, but were overwhelmed by the secure performance from a strong Warrington team. One Warrington spectator said it was “an exceptional team performance!”
Coach
Sue Bowater
Team
Luke Atkinson, Conor Lynch (4), Katie Bowater (2), Dan Farini (1), Brett Takemoto (1), Emma Horne, Ben Daley (3), Emily Bowater (3), Dominic Richard (4), Matt Williams
Northern League 16&u (mixed) 16th July 2016
Maltby Leisure Centre, Rotherham
Warrington’s under-16s made the journey across the Pennines knowing they had some tough water polo matches ahead of them. The other teams in the tournament were some of the strongest in the country - Sedgefield, Sheffield and Rotherham. Warrington were to play three matches, each consisting of four 5-minute quarters - the team were up for the challenge, guided by Coach Su.
1st Match - Warrington vs Sedgefield
Warrington started strongly as Dom put the team ahead with two goals. Sedgefield increased the pressure and took the lead. Dom scored a penalty at the end of the first quarter. Warrington played well; Conor scored - the opposition were kept at bay and didn’t score all second quarter. Dom scored again to even things up, meanwhile Luke made some terrific saves and the team defended strongly. In the final quarter the Warrington players were superb - they could not have given anymore. Conor scored, to put Warrington ahead, spectators began to think a Warrington victory was possible, but it wasn’t to be, as Sedgefield got a goal making the final score 9 - 9. Warrington gave absolutely everything to gain a draw against a fantastic side and earning a point in the league.
2nd Match - Sheffield vs Warrington
With no time to recover from their first, Warrington faced another top-team in their second match. Sheffield were rested and looking for a second win of the tournament - this was going to be tough. After a change of hats and a quick drink, the Warrington players were back in the water. Sheffield were the stronger side for the first two quarters, nevertheless Luke pulled off a couple of superb saves and the team were keeping Sheffield at bay with the score at half-time 3 - 0. Warrington got a second wind in the third quarter, with a goal each from Matt and Conor. Warrington fought to stay in the game in the final quarter, with a goal from Emily B and a ridiculous red-card for Ben in the final moments of the game. Determination and team-spirit was shown by all the Warrington players, but Sheffield were the winners, with the final score 7 - 3.
3rd Match Rotherham vs Warrington
Warrington had a much-needed rest to re-fuel before their final match of the tournament. Su briefed the team and spirits were high as they hoped for a win to end the day. The teams were evenly matched during the first quarter, but Rotherham just edged ahead. Dom scored in reply and Luke made a great save. In the second quarter some of the Ref’s decisions were unfavourable and the opposition gained a Penalty, which increased their lead to 3 - 1, at half-time. The third quarter was exciting with both sides showing how much they wanted to win - Warrington’s scorers were Matt and Dom. Rotherham gained another penalty, which hit the post, although was gathered in and converted after the re-bound. The score was very close going into the final quarter - 6 - 5, to the home side. The last five minutes of the match were nail-biting and Warrington were battling throughout the eventful quarter. The Rotherham keeper was sent out; Dom and Dan scored for Warrington and the visiting supporters were very tense! The Warrington side kept trying right to the end; the final score was Rotherham 8 Warrington 7.
The players were shattered but should be proud of how they played against very strong opponents and the final placing didn’t reflect the quality of the water polo from the Warrington players, many of whom were well below the age of those in the other teams.
Tournament results -
1st Sheffield, 2nd Sedgefield, 3rd Rotherham, 4th Warrington.
Coach
Su Bowater
Assistant Coach/Time-keeper
Andy Lynch
Team
Luke Atkinson, Ben Dailey, Dom Richard, Emma Horne, Matt Williams, Conor Lynch, Emily Bowater, Katie Bowater, Alfie Shelley, Emily Ireland & Dan Farini
|
Home Team |
Away Team |
Result |
|
Birkenhead Belles |
Liverpool Lizards |
1-5 |
|
Warrington Wildcats |
Birkenhead Belles |
1-2 |
|
Liverpool Lizards |
Chester Romans |
5-4 |
|
Birkenhead Belles |
Chester Romans |
4-4 |
|
Warrington Wildcats |
Liverpool Lizards |
2-2 |
|
Warrington Wildcats |
Chester Romans |
6-5 |
|
Position |
Team |
P |
W |
D |
L |
F |
A |
GD |
PTS |
|
1 |
Liverpool |
3 |
2 |
1 |
12 |
7 |
5 |
5 |
|
|
2 |
Birkenhead* |
3 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
7 |
10 |
-3 |
3 |
|
3 |
Warrington* |
3 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
9 |
9 |
0 |
3 |
|
4 |
Chester |
3 |
1 |
2 |
13 |
15 |
-2 |
1 |
*Birkenhead placed above Warrington by virtue of the head-to-head result (rather than goal difference).
In addition to the L&D Ladies Tournament fixtures, the event was expanded by a series of friendly fixtures with a Lancaster Ladies team - results as follows for info:
|
Home Team |
Away Team |
Result |
|
ChesterRomans |
Lancaster Ladies |
4-2 |
|
Lancaster Ladies |
Warrington Wildcats |
2-3 |
|
Birkenhead Belles |
Lancaster Ladies |
5-4 |
|
Liverpool Lizards |
Lancaster Ladies |
2-2 |
ASA Inter-Regional Born 2001 Championship - North West Tigers “A” Team
Congratulations to the five Warrington Swimming and Water Club boys who played for the North West Tigers team in the Inter-Regional Water Polo Championships that took place at Millfield School on the 9th and 10th July
In their group they came top winning all four games with a goal difference of +37, with only the team from the East region that pushed them hard with a narrow one goal victory
North West Tigers12-2 South East
North West Tigers 11-1 Wales
North West Tigers 9-3 North East Steelers
North West Tigers 7-6 East
North West Tigers 10-0 Midlands
In the semi-finals the Tigers won another close match by two goals against the London Region
North West Tigers 13-11 London Sharks
In a nail biting final, the Tigers won by one goal
North West Tigers 9-8 South West
Warrington players in the squad
Conor Lynch, Ben Dailey, Luke Atkinson, Dominic Richard, Daniel Farini
Warrington started off well, but narrowly lost their first game 1-2 against Birkenhead, with Hazel Musgrove making some great saves in goal. With no substitutes and everyone contributing to a good team performance, with some great defensive work, against the team that eventually came second..
In the second match against Lancaster Emilty Atkinson went in goal, which allowed us to have more attacking options and squeeze a narrow 3-2 victory, with a disputed penalty in the last minute.
Our third game against Liverpool, the eventual winners was a well balanced team effort as confidence grew and came away with a 2-2 draw. The younger players Emily Bowater, Katie Bowater, Emily Ireland and Eleanor Brear all worked tirelessly up and down the pool to support the attack and bolster the defence, with some fine saves from Emily Atkinson in goal.
With another short break before our final match Eleanor Brear went in goal, and did well. This was a much more open game, but ended with a pleasing 6-5 victory.
The whole tournament was played in a good friendly atmosphere as teams shared players if there were gaps in the squad, as we were missing a few players due to other comitments so we had Rosie Morris helpng out which made a big difference to our defence.
Well done to all those who took part and it was great for the team to get good experience and a few victories at the same time.
We hope to keep the squad together and play further friendly matches against teams in the region, so keep an eye on the calendar for upcoming matches and the odd training session.
Team
Hazel Musgrove, Emily Bowater, Katie Bowater, Emily Ireland, Emily Atkinson, Rosie Morris, Eleanor Brear
Coach
Neil Musgrove
Warrington Players take 2nd place at ESSA Cadet Water Polo Northern Final
Players from Warrington SWPC 14&U and 12&U squads returned to Manchester Aquatics Centre on Tuesday to compete in the ESSA Cadet Water Polo Northern Final.
Emily Ireland, Louis Stowell, Marcus Woods, Joseph Weston and Leo Kilpatrick formed the core of a team fielded by Great Sankey High School, and were returning to Manchester after winning the first round of the Northern Competition in May.
Great Sankey started well, with a 6-1 win against St Ambrose. Then drew a tight game against Bolton School 4-4. Next came another win for Sankey, this time against Park Road and a 8-2 result which placed us in the final up against Bolton School once more.
It was a tense and scrappy final with scores kept very close throughout but, despite some great performances from its players, Sankey just lost out to Bolton who won 6-5.
All our young players performed admirably and did their club, their school and their supporting parents proud.
Thank you to Mr Gee and the PE staff at Great Sankey for making this possible.
Warrington Women’s team put in good performance in the Northern League
The team played the three remaining games to complete this tournament. Performances have improved game on game. In the first game against Sheffield, whilst we lost 8-2, we played well in defence, and it was the attack that needed to improve.
The second game was against Leeds with the best performance of the whole tournament for our team, with excellent defensive work from Abby, Katie and Emily Bowater stealing the ball in front of goal, Tania making some excellent saves, and a much improved attack with Emma helping to spread the play and allow others to have room to score. Two goals from Emily Bowater, a great goal for one of our youngest players Emily Ireland who slotted in from close range and a further goal from Hazel Musgrove kept us in front with 90 seconds to go and with a 3-4 lead. However, with two exclusions Leeds converted from the man up to narrowly win by one goal 5-4.
The final game was against Liverpool, the eventual winners, and whilst we lost, everyone played well Tania made two excellent saves from close range. Eleanor Brear worked really hard tracking back to help in defence, Emily Ireland scored again, and Emily Atkinson, the latest recruit was rewarded with a fine goal. All round a great team performance. Final score 13-4
Team
Tania Wild GK; Abby Donnall Jones; Emma Horne; Emily Bowater(3);Katie Bowater; Eleanor Brear; Emily Ireland(2); Hazel Musgrove (4); Emily Atkinson(1).
Coach
Neil Musgrove
B&D 16&u Tyldesley 6 - 16 Warrington - 26th June 2016
1st Quarter
Match captain is Dan; the home side win the toss and decide to defend the deep end. Brett wins the swim-off and Warrington are straight into attack, with Dan first on the score sheet. Tyldesley counter and the ball hits the side netting; the home-side have a player sent out, but the visitors fail to capitalise on the man-up. Dom shoots, but the Tyldesley keeper makes a good save. Tyldesley get a player sent out, but another missed opportunity for Warrington as Dan sends the ball over the bar. Tyldesley attack, with good passing, time is running out and they shoot in the last second of the attack - Luke saves. Tyldesley quickly on the attack again and this time they hit the bar. Back at the deep end, both teams have a player sent out, Warrington attack and Dom scores. Luke makes two saves in quick succession and the home side shoot wide. Tyldesley save in the last second of the quarter - score is 0-2.
2nd Quarter
This quarter Warrington are attacking the shallow end - Dom is the first to score. Tyldesley score from a penalty. Emily B is next on the attack - she scores with a great shot. Luke makes another save and Warrington’s passing is superb in the next attack - Emily B passes to Matt, who passes to Dan, who passes to Alfie, who shoots, but its saved. Matt swims up with the ball and passes to Alfie, who’s in a great position - he makes a fantastic shot into the top-right corner. Wonderful stuff. Luke saves again and he passes long to Dom who scores. Emily B swims the length of the pool with the ball - lob-shot over the goalie and it’s another great goal. The home side on the attack now and set up well, with some great passing, and score. Warrington counter and this time it’s Emma who shoots - it’s saved, but she’s straight back up to defend the deep end - working really hard. Emily I gets sent out, then Tyldesley have a player sent out; this time the visitors set up well, and Dom shoots from the wing, it’s a goal. Dom passes to Matt, Matt back to Dom who bats it into the net - fantastic play. A great team effort in defence - Alfie and Emma stand-out. Final throw of the quarter Luke takes a shot, but it’s saved. A terrific team-effort and some outstanding play from the Warrington side and the quarter ends 2-9.
3rd Quarter
Warrington win the ball, but Tyldesely intercept a pass and are on the attack. Dan tackles and passes up to Dom, who shoots, but it’s saved. Now Luke passes long to Brett, he passes to Matt who shoots, but it’s saved. Matt is straight into defence and intercepts a Tyldesley pass. Alfie makes a cheeky pass over the top of a Tyldesley player, and again into Dan who bats it into the goal. Good work. Matt blocks a shot on goal, then Luke makes a long pass to Brett. He passes into Dom, who shoots and scores. Brett swims up with the ball and passes into Dan, who scores. Luke passes to Brett and Warrington get a man-up; set up well, Emily B hits the post. Emily I now swims up, Emma is in the pit, but the shot goes wide. Good play! Warrington back to defend and Tyldesley score. Emma passes to Emily B. Brett shoots but it hits the post. Luke makes a fantastic save at the shallow end as Tyldesley try a lob-shot. The quarter ends 3-12.
4th Quarter
Final quarter and Warrington have a comfortable lead. Tyldesley have the first attack, but Emily I defends well and soon Dom is taking a shot - hits the post. Emily B wins possession and passes to Dom - this time he scores. Tyldesley shoot; Alfie defending; Luke makes the save. Ball with Emily I then to Alfie who shoots but is out of time. Dom makes a super interception and swims the length of the pool, passes to Emily I, who passes to Emily B then on to Brett, back to Emily I. Plenty of possession, but Luke can see time is running out and shouts the team to get back to defend. The Tyldesley attack is underway and they score. Tyldesley attack again - Alfie is sent out and Matt blocks as Warrington defend the man-up. Dan loses possession, Dom gets it back for the visitors and passes to Emma who hits the post. Emily B passes to Emma who shoots again, but it is blocked. Tyldesley score, then Warrington, and we’re into the last minute. Emily B wins the ball, swims up and scores a fantastic goal. Tyldesley score; Dan shoots from half-way but it goes wide and the Tyldesley keeper has the last throw of the match. The exciting game ends 6-16. Well done Warrington!
Coach Su summed up; “We were fantastic in defence, showed good team-work, although we missed a few ball-steals when players had their head in the water - something to work on.” She singled Luke out for praise - great communication with the team, helping them attack and defend.
Coach
Su Bowater
Team
Luke Atkinson, Dan Farini (C) (5), Brett Takemoto, Emma Horne, Emily Bowater (3), Dominic Richard (7), Matt Williams, Alfie Shelley (1), Emily Ireland
ASA Inter-Regional Born 2001 Championship - North West Tigers “A” Team
Congratulations to the five Warrington Swimming and Water Club boys who have been selected to represent the North West Region in the forthcoming Inter-Regional Water Polo Championships. These will take place at Millfield School on the weekend of the 9th and 10th July
Luke Atkinson
Ben Dailey
Conor Lynch
Dominic Richard
Daniel Farini
Congratulations to Ben and Conor on their selection!
Ben Dailey and Conor Lynch who are both from Bridgewater High School and Warrington Swimming and Water Polo Club has been invited to attend the Duke of Cambridge Cup event to be held at Northampton School for Boys on Sunday 26th June (Boys).
The Duke of Cambridge Cup event was staged for the first time in 2014 as the selection event for English Schools’ representative international Water Polo Teams. It is supported by the ESSA Patron HRH the Duke of Cambridge and the RAF who have kindly staged the event previously at RAF Cranwell. The event this year is taking place with their continued support at Northampton as part of the school’s 475 year celebrations.
The age group involved each year in the Duke of Cambridge Cup will be determined by the upcoming European Championship age group competition. As a result, the event this year is for boys born 2000 or later. It is the intention that the teams selected will travel during the October half term 2016 to a tournament in Malta.
Whilst Ben and Conor will be a year younger (born 2001) than some of the players present it is a great achievement to be selected to take part in the competition.
Warrington 12&U Win Silver Medals at M&D Mini Polo Tournament
Warrington 12&U Team put in a brilliant performance at this year’s Manchester & District 12&U Mini Polo Tournament, hosted by Bridgefield WPC at the Austin Rawlinson Pool in Speke on 22nd May
With just 6 players, Warrington were outnumbered by every team there on the day, all of which had the full complement of 13 players. This meant that Warrington played all matches with no subs making the achievement even more impressive.
Match 1
We faced Tyldesley, traditionally a tough team and hard to beat. An early goal put Tyldesley in the lead, but Warrington evened up shortly after. A foul from Warrington Goalie Oliver led to a penalty for Tyldesley, but Oliver deftly saved it. We scored another before half time, taking it to 2-1 swapped halves and restarted, with an early goal from Warrington. Another goal from Warrington made it 3-1 then Tyldesley banged one in with just over 30 seconds left on the clock. Warrington had an attempt at a final goal but the whistle went and we ended with a 4-2 win.
Goals from Louis (2) and Marcus (2)
Match 2
This time we faced Liverpool, a relatively new Team and new to the M&D tournament. With only the minimum number of players Warrington stuck with the formula adopted in our first match, playing on the break with Marcus and Louis storming the goal at every opportunity while Joe, Sam and Lilly protected Oliver in net. The strategy paid off as time and again Warrington’s defence closed down attacks from Liverpool, and fed the ball up to Marcus and Louis on the wings who played some great 1-2 action. Warrington dominated the first 4 minutes claiming 4 goals. Liverpool pulled one back then Warrington got another before half time for a 5-1 lead. Warrington continued the onslaught through the second half with goal after goal, and all Liverpool attempts being thwarted. Warrington added a further 5 goals in the second half, ending the match 10-1.
Goals from Louis (5) and Marcus (5)
Match 3
Warrington played Radcliffe in the semis. Radcliffe were another newly formed team and this was only their second competitive outing. They had improved significantly since Warrington played them a few weeks earlier. Warrington got an early goal in and followed with another shortly after. There was lots of midfield action as both teams battled to gain an advantage, and then Radcliffe grabbed one before half time.
Second half started with a gaol in the first minute from Warrington followed by another soon after for 4-1, then Radcliffe scored taking it to 4-2. Warrington scored another then Joe was accidently elbowed in the mouth, temporarily taking him out of the game – with no major damage he bravely carried on, but Radcliffe had upped their game taking it to 4-3 with just over 30 seconds left then taking another with just 14 seconds left on the clock. With Radcliffe coming back so strong in the last minute, Warrington were relieved when the full time buzzer went leaving them with a 5-4 win
Goals from Marcus (2) and Louis (3)
Match 4
For the Final, Warrington were up against Tournament favourites Bridgefield. From the outset it was clear that this would be a tougher match for Warrington. Bridgefield had several experienced players at the higher end of the age group, and they took the lead with a goal just after the first minute, followed by another a minute later. Louis was struggling to get past Bridgefield defenders and into a good position, and frustrations were clearly starting to show. Warrington battled on but were unable to secure any goals in the first half. Warrington went down to 5 players shortly after half time when Louis was briefly taken out of the game due to over frustration. Despite being a man down Warrington pulled it together, this time with an impressive goal from Sam making it 2-1. Louis re-joined the game for the restart and Warrington tried to pull even. A clash between Marcus and a Bridgefield player led to both being excluded with a minute and a half left. When they re-joined, Warrington tried to get up the pool for another attack but the lack of subs had meant it was a gruelling match for them, and tiredness and frustration took its toll. The game ended 2-1 to Bridgefield.
Goals from Sam (1)
Summary
Warrington played a fantastic tournament, and with only half a team, Warrington had worked twice as hard as the others. With our stronger more experienced players on the attack, and Oliver bringing his Goalkeeping experience to the rear, we had a successful formula which was bolstered by our less experienced players Lilly and Sam providing strong defence and Joe working hard in the middle ground, both defending our goal and feeding our attackers. Warrington fought a brave final up against a strong Team with double the number of players – and it was to their credit that they were able to keep the final score so close.
Final results
1. Bridgefield - Gold
2. Warrington – Silver
3. Tyldesley – Bronze
4. Radcliffe
5. Liverpool
6. Chester
Team - Oliver Naughalty (GK), Marcus Woods, Louis Stowell, Lilly Irelend, Sam Owen-Short, Joe Dailey
Coaches – Craig Stowell, Nigel Dailey
Women’s Northern League 21st May 2016
With a small squad of eight players, Warrington played really well in their first outing this season. It was really good that some of the younger team members Eleanor and Emily were able to contribute to an excellent team performance and gain valuable experience.
In the first match Warrington played Sunderland, in a closely fought game with Hazel and Emma scoring to bring the score back level to 2-2, before Sunderland scored on a man up with one second to go in the first period to make it 2-3.
In the second period we lost another goal on man down before Hazel pulled one back to make it 3-4. In the last second a penalty gave Sunderland a 3-5 winning margin. Alison and Abby had shown their experience and defensive skills in this match.
The second game was against a much stronger physical side from Rotherham that went 4-0 up in the first period. Hazel pulled one back before three further goals gave a final score of 7-1.
In the final game Warrington were against a full squad from Sedgefield. Whilst they quickly went 4-0 up an excellent penalty from Emma and two goals from Hazel brought the score back to 5-3 early in the second half.
After two further goals from Sedgefield, Katie scored to round off an excellent performance and bring the score to 7-4. A final man down goal gave a final score of 8-4.
Whilst Tania was kept busy in goal all afternoon, her confidence and saves improved with each game.
Overall an enjoyable set of games to watch and excellent performance all round and great support from enthusiastic parents on the balcony- well done to everyone and looking forward to the next round of matches at the end of June
Team
Tania Wild; Alison Green; Emma Horne(2); Katie Bowater(1); Abby Donnell Jones; Hazel Musgrove(5); Eleanor Brear; Emily Ireland
Coach
Neil Musgrove
Warrington Swimming and Water Polo Club players success at ESSA Junior Championships
Players from Warrington SWPC who attend Great Sankey High School in years 7 & 8 have won the first round of the Northern heat of the English Schools Swimming Association (ESSA) Cadet Water Polo Championships.
Emily Ireland, Leo Kilpatrick, Louis Stowell, Joseph Weston and Marcus Woods along with two other pupils from Great Sankey joined school teams from across the North West at Manchester Aquatics Centre on Tuesday 17th May to compete for a place in the next round of the Northern Tournament.
After winning their first two group matches 6-0 and 5-0, Great Sankey went through to beat Beech House School in the semi-finals 12-0, securing their place in the final against St Edwards College Liverpool.
In the final Great Sankey were on the attack from the start, but their first attempt on goal went over the crossbar and St Edwards Keeper caught the 2nd and 3rd attempts. It was St Edwards who scored the first goal of the match but Great Sankey drew level shortly afterwards, and resumed their attack. Strong goalkeeping from St Edwards fended off several more shots, but Great Sankey pulled ahead with a second goal, then another soon after. A shot from St Edwards in the last minute went wide of the goal, and the match ended 3-1 to Great Sankey.
The Team go through to the next round of the Championship which is yet to be announced.
M&D 14&u Warrington 23 - 3 Chester May 14th
Chester arrived at Great Sankey with 12 players to go up against an 8 strong Warrington Team.
Chester won the coin toss and opted to begin in the deep end.
Brett started us off with a goal in the first minute and then proceeded to make it a hat trick before two minutes had expired. He got another shortly after taking us to 4-0. Leo firmly deflected a couple of Chester attempts to score. Katie scored next for Warrington, then 30 seconds later Alfie got our sixth – Chester were still to score. Emily Atkinson picked up the first exclusion of the game for some overenthusiastic tackling, but then Joseph scored and Warrington ended the 1st quarter with a 7-0 lead.
Warrington continued to dominate with Emily Ireland picking up the first goal of the 2nd quarter, followed by one from Louis. Joseph scored his 2nd of the game taking it to 10-0 then Brett, in the pit and in a prime goal scoring position, showed great team spirit by tossing the ball to Louis who put it in the net. Brett scored the next, then Katie got her 2nd as we went into the last minute of the quarter. With just over 30 seconds left, Chester got their first goal of the match, and a cheer went up from their side, but Warrington managed to get another one in before the quarter ended with Katie scoring with just 1 second left on the clock.14-1 to Warrington.
3rd quarter started with a couple of Warrington exclusions. Louis was sent out for jumping of the bottom off the pool whilst defending, then shortly after Joseph was sent out for blocking with both arms. Chester were unable to turn either of the man-up situations to their advantage however due to good goalkeeping from Leo, and it was Brett who scored the first goal of the quarter. Alfie netted two, then Brett one, then another from Alfie ended the quarter at 19-1.
Final quarter started with more exclusions. Emily Ireland and the Chester player she was marking were both sent out after a clash. No goals were scored by either side for the duration of the exclusions. Alfie scored the first goal of the quarter 3 minutes in. Emily Ireland picked up a second exclusion for a hard tackle but Chester didn’t gain any advantage. Brett made it 21-1, then Chester scored their second goal of the match. It was an eventful last minute and Warrington showed some great teamwork – Brett passed a long ball across the goal to Louis, who passed it back in to Emily Atkinson in the pit who scored for 22-2, then Brett made it 23-2. A foul by Louis within 5 metres of our goal resulted in a penalty for Chester who scored with just 3 seconds left on the clock, but at 23-3 Warrington had secured a great win.
In only their 2nd game of the season Warrington 14&u seemed to have made significant improvements since their previous match. Leo’s return as Goalkeeper after his shoulder injury has strengthened the team, and the older players demonstrated excellent leadership and guidance for the rest of the team.
Final Score: Warrington 23 – Chester 3
Coaches
Tom Costello
Su Bowater
Team
Leo Kilpatrick (GK)
Brett Takamoto (9)
Alf Shelley (5)
Katie Bowater (3)
Emily Ireland (1)
Emily Atkinson (1)
Joseph Weston (2)
Louis Stowell (2)
Warrington v Port Sunlight 18-5 4th May 2016
The senior side returned to winning ways with the return of Addison from his world tour.
Conor Lynch won the toss and elected to defend the deep end in the first quarter. Oli got the team off to a great start with three goals without reply. Port Sunlight scored on the man up and then Addison and then Oli made it 5-1 at the end of the quarter.
In the second quarter goals from Conor Lynch, Sam and Oli made it 8-1
In the third period Neil went in goal which gave Peter the opportunity to notch up two majors in quick succession. Ben then managed to score two fine goals and make it 10-1 going into the last period.
In the fourth Sam 2, Conor Dean 1, Conor Lynch1, Addison 2 and Oli 2 scored, between many exclusions as we defended the shallow end. Neil saved a penalty in the shallow end, only for it to be allowed by the referee.
A good display all round and some great performances from the younger members of the team.