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Martyrs Reports Ladies Hockey Dean Close ‘Sixes’ On Saturday 22nd October the Martyrs Ladies Hockey Club made their long awaited competitive debut at the inaugural Dean Close ‘Sixes’! Winning their pool quite convincingly with victories over Bromsgrove (3-1), Bryanston (4-1) and Cheltenham semi-finals – an even more impressive effort in light of the fact that we lacked a regular goalkeeper, so took it in turns to don the pads! In the 2nd Semi-Final against an obdurate Rendcomb side, the Ladies were unable to break the deadlock in either normal or extra time, which meant penalty strokes! With Fran Jolley (D, 2004-2009) excelling between the sticks, the score was 2-2 after each side had taken three strokes, meaning sudden death! Unfortunately, we missed our first sudden death stroke and Rendcomb converted theirs; thus progressing to the Final and condemning us to the 3rd / 4th Place Play-Off, which we lost to Dean Close, to finish 4th out of the eleven teams that entered – a very pleasing effort! Despite not having played together since school, and a few of the girls being a bit rusty, we gelled superbly and played fantastically well, with Alicia Berkin (D, 2003-2008) excelling and deservingly being awarded ‘Player of the Tournament’ – a fantastic achievement! We had a really good day out; enjoying both the hockey and, in particular, the social side during and after the tournament! I have organised another event in Battersea Park, London on Sunday 7th May and we will be returning to the Dean Close ‘Sixes’ on Sunday 22nd October to try and go a few places better! Please do get in touch if you would be interested in getting involved, whether you’re still playing or haven’t played in years, as you would be most welcome! The playing squad was: Bubble Baddeley (K, 2007-2012), Alicia Berkin, Freya Berkin (D, 2007-2012), Vicky Cole (K, 2004- 2009), Fran Jolley, Georgia McHardy (K, 2004-2009), Grace Pigott (K, 2004-2009), Jessie Stevenson (2006-2011), Katie College (3-1) and drawing with hosts Dean Close (1-1), the Ladies progressed to the

Fran Jolley (D, 2004-2009), 26, Business Development Manager at Lockdown Medical Love playing hockey because it provides a great opportunity to meet like-minded people no matter what city you live in. Favourite Teddies moment: I thoroughly enjoyed every second of school and wouldn’t hesitate to do it all over again. Georgia McHardy (K, 2004-2008), 26, British Army (Royal Artillery) Love playing hockey because I have such good memories from school! Other hobbies: Whatever sport is on offer in the Unit, but predominantly horse riding and hockey. Favourite Teddies moment: South America hockey tour. Grace Pigott (K, 2004-2009), 25, Event planner Love playing hockey because I’ve always had fun playing and it’s good for the ageing lungs..! Other hobbies: Scouting out new restaurants, travelling and seeing friends. Favourite Teddies moment: Too many to list, though singing Jerusalem in Chapel and Saturday night cheese and biscuits are right up there! KatieWithers Green (D, 2007-2012), 22, Account manager at Charles TaylorWine Love playing hockey because it’s great exercise and for the team spirit. Other hobbies: Travel and outdoor activities. Favourite Teddies moment: Chapel at the end of each term.

Grace Robinson (K, 2005-2010), 24, Commercial Chartered Surveyor Love playing hockey because of the feeling of sharing match day success with friends, as well as enjoying a run around. Other hobbies: Triathlon (ironman), cycling, outdoor activities and sport in general. Favourite Teddies moment: Christmas carol service. Alicea Berkin (D, 2003-2008), 26,Architect Love playing hockey because it’s an enjoyable run around fuelled by team spirit and a seasoning of competitiveness. Other hobbies: Design tutor, gallery enthusiast and lover of the great outdoors. Favourite Teddies moment: Too many to list! Freya Berkin (D, 2007-2012), 22, Structural Engineer Love playing hockey because of the rush of the game and getting a good bit of fresh air! Other hobbies: Cycling, walking – generally anything outdoors Favourite Teddies moment: House Shout. Vicky Cole (K, 2004-2009), 25, Doctor Love playing hockey because it takes me back to the good old days! Hobbies: Cycling, skiing, holidays. Favourite Teddies moment: The back of the bus for away matches!

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Withers Green (D, 2007-2012). Grace Robinson (K, 2005-2010) Ladies Hockey Representative