26/04/2026
🏒 Berkshire Bulldogs Ball Hockey Club competed in the Ball Hockey UK T3 morning game day, playing 6 games.
1️⃣ The Bulldogs opened against Stanley Stingers, who eventually finished 6th out of 7. Despite strong efforts, neither side could find the net, resulting in a 0–0 draw.
2️⃣ Game 2 saw the Bulldogs face South Wales Reivers, who went on to win the game day with 11 goals scored overall. A resilient defensive performance kept the Reivers at bay, earning another 0–0 draw.
3️⃣ In Game 3 against Humberside Havoc, the Bulldogs conceded their only goal of the tournament in the final moments. An end-to-end contest saw plenty of chances, but the Bulldogs were unable to mount a comeback, falling to a narrow 1–0 defeat.
4️⃣ Game 4 against the Hyenas brought the Bulldogs their first win. A great offensive play from Oliver Warren who entered the zone and kept possession until he found Thomas Adams at the back door, who finished top shelf. A well-worked team goal.
5️⃣ The fifth game against Nottingham Nemesis was a must-win to keep first place hopes alive. The Bulldogs delivered, with two snipes from defenceman Simon Phillips securing a 2–0 victory.
6️⃣ The final game against Long Eaton Lightning historically a tough opponent saw the Bulldogs make it three wins in a row. Goals from Sam Phillips (Adams, Garbur) and Oliver Warren (S. Phillips) sealed another strong performance.
With standings decided in the group stage, the Bulldogs’ impressive effort, conceding just one goal all tournament earned them a second-place finish for the second consecutive event.
🥈 3 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss meant the South East side narrowly missed out on a Tier 3 playoff spot.
