Southern two

ISCA C 1

THIS was the hockey game the home side had been waiting for since they suffered an away defeat to ISCA earlier in the season. In fact that is the only game this season where Tavistock men's firsts have failed to collect all three points.  

The win now gives Tavistock a 12 point lead over their match day opponents in the title race — with just eight games remaining Tavistock look good for not only promotion but also to be crowned league champions.

The home side took an early lead when leading scorer Si Fenwick smashed the ball into the roof of the net past England veterans keeper Robbie Brown.   Forward Alex Shephard got on the score sheet to claim Tavistock's second goal and give them a 2-0 lead at half time.  The first goal of the second half would prove to be crucial and it went the way of Tavistock. Midfielder Dom Stanbury capped another fine performance when he converted from a penalty corner after Fenwick's flick had been saved by the outstretched Brown.

ISCA continued to play their passing hockey and were rewarded with a goal following some fine play from Ward and Smith in the build-up.  The goal gave ISCA  a lift but as they looked to capitalise on the goal they were hit on the break twice late on, both goals scored by Ollie Richards.  The first came when he cleverly deflected a reverse stick pass from Megicks and the second following some great link-up play with Andy Berry.  

Tavistock now know that nine points will secure their promotion to South one.