Sands Shin Sinks Shots

The HUFC Supporters team ran out winners by the odd goal this morning when they notched a 2-1 victory over their visiting Aldershot counterparts. Goals from Luke Griffiths and Mark Sands overcame an opener from Shotsman Andy Hindmarsh.

The pitch at Hereford Leisure Centre, although firm, was perfectly acceptable and the teams produced an entertaining and competitive match. The Shots opened the scoring through Hindmarsh but were soon pegged back when Luke Griffiths slotted home the equaliser after Sands had nutmegged his marker to provide the assist. Chris “Wolverine” Oleksy was quickly of his line on a couple of occasions to thwart the Aldershot attack before Sands sealed the match with the winning goal. Cutting in from the right, Sands deceived Shots’ keeper Tony Roberts by cunningly using his shin rather than his boot to chip the ball into the net. The Hereford fans may have added to the score but Lucas Davies chose to demonstrate his running track distribution ability rather than attempt to put the ball in the net.

The Shots mounted several late attacks including sending ‘keeper Roberts forward for corners but a resolute defence and a superb performance by the home linesman was enough to see the Bulls Supporters through to the final whistle.

HUFC: Oleksy, Harrison, Watts, Smith, Oliver M, Davies, Oliver I, Griffiths, McCutchan, Sands, Bendall. Fresh Legs were thankfully provided by Kevin and Brian Goodwin.

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