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SWINDON TOWN HOCKEY CLUB

Since the last time of writing, the Swindon Town Hockey Club hasn't played too
many games, due to the bad weather. However before the weather set in, we did
play a few games. We played 4 games in the Debenham West Hockey League, winning
1,. drawing 1, and losing 2. We have also played 4 friendly games, winning 1,
drawing 1 and losing 2. Unfortunately the first team games haven't been going
our way due to never being able to field the same team on two consecutive
occasions.

However, enough of the first team, and on a better note our second team have
fared much better throughout the season. So far this season, they have lost
only 4 out of a total of approx. 20 games. In fact, they have gone unbeaten
since last October, when they lost to a very strong Old Tauntonians side from
Southampton. One of the best wins of the season was the only game to be played
on the 20th Jan. against a strong Bracknell side. The second team of both clubs
were the only sides to play and the Brancknell side were reinforced by no less
than 6 of their 1st team players. However the Swindon 2nd team played extremely
well and beat them 3 - 1, with goalkeeper Mike Wall having a very good game. I
hope that the first team can take a leaf out of the second team's book when it
comes to sheer guts and determination and a never-say-die attitude.
Anyway folks, that's all for now, 'till next time I put pen to paper. Remember,
if anyone wants to play hockey, come and see me, Rudy Barnett, 48 Markenfield.
RUDY BARNETT
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WILTSHIRE INDOOR HOCKEY LEAGUE
Hi there folks. Since the last time of writing for the Swindon indoor squad
the team have played some fine games and some disappointing games. Our most
disappointing games were against Wootton Basset and North Wilts. We were beaten
in both games, 9-2 and 6-4 respectively, despite being 3-1 up at half time in
the second game. The first game was disappointing in that we were beaten by
penalty corners and one Wootton Bassett player. On the bright side results are
P 10, W 5, D 2, L 2, goals F 46 A 40. Our games until the end of the season
are as follows:-
Feb. 15th V Wootton Bassett 9.20 pm
Mar. 8th V North Wilts. 8.40 pm
Mar. 20th V R.A.F. Lyenham 9.20 pm
T.B.A. V Marlborough
T.B.A. V R.A.F. Brize Norton

Anyone wishing to meet the team or wanting to see how the game is played is
welcome to come to the Oasis on the above dates.
RUDY BARNETT
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5 A-SIDE FOOTBALL

There's a suggestion that we should assemble a few 5 a-side teams. The idea is
to book the Oasis and have a kick-about, initially for fun but with a view to
joining the Oasis Five-a-side league, at the beginning of next season. Anyone
even remotely interested in playing (and that includes you ladies) get in touch
with Rudy Barnett, 43 Markenfield; Geoff Richmond 23 Luddesdown Rd or Roger Ogle
Toothill Farmhouse.... It's also hoped that we may be able to arrange a full side
team for entry into next years league start.
RUDY BARNETT
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BADMINTON/SQUASH

There's also a lot of interest in playing badminton or squash in Toothill. ...SO
if you're interested in either forming a team or just want a game on a regular
basis why not use TOOTHILL LINK to further your ends. Contact any of the names
and addresses listed elsewhere in the paper for instant action:::
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