Lindum M2 vs Stokesley M1 (A) - 1-4 (W)

Date: Saturday 7th November 2026

MOM: E Medley & C Baptist

Goals: J Atha x2, J Crack, H Bell

Stokesley Men’s First Team secured an emphatic 4–1 victory over Lindum Second Team in a game that had just about everything: goals, questionable hockey, moments of brilliance and, most importantly, a heroic display of courage.

The game got off to a rather unfortunate start for Stokesley, going 1–0 down in the first half after Rapha decided to introduce his own interpretation of aerial hockey by flicking the ball directly into an unsuspecting opponent’s face. A truly thunderous moment that set the tone for the afternoon. Credit must go to Rapha, who showed tremendous courage to continue playing after such a harrowing experience – an ordeal that would undoubtedly have broken lesser handsome men.

The first half was a rather frantic affair, with be merged for the second half with a completely different approach, implementing a relentless high man-to-man press that immediately put Lindum under pressure. The change in tactics paid dividends, and the goals soon began to flow.

The equaliser came courtesy of a beautifully executed short-corner routine between Phil and Jack. With the amount of thought, preparation and meticulous practice that goes into our short corners, there was never really any doubt in my mind that the ball was ending up in the back of the net. An absolute masterclass in set-piece execution.

Next came a moment of history, as Harry bagged an absolutely outrageous goal from approximately four yards out. A finish of unbelievable quality (in his own mind, at least), securing his first-ever goal for the Men's First Team. A proud moment for Harry and one that will surely be spoken about for generations to With Stokesley firmly in control, Lindum resorted to producing some rather questionable hockey, offering little resistance to the ever-growing pressure. Jude Crack then got himself on the scoresheet, doing what Jude Crack does best: being very, very good at hockey. A brilliant contribution to put Stokesley further ahead and leave Lindum with an increasingly difficult afternoon.

To put the cherry on top, Jack grabbed his second goal of the game to seal the victory and ensure all three points stayed in Stokesley.

Full-time: Stokesley 4–1 Lindum.

A fantastic second-half performance from the lads, demonstrating resilience, tactical awareness and, at times, some genuinely impressive hockey. From the early setback to the second-half goal fest, Stokesley showed exactly what they're capable of when they get going.

Four goals, three points, Harry's first first-team goal and Rapha's near-death experience. All in all, a thoroughly successful Saturday for Stokesley Hockey Club.

Next game: Stokesley M1 vs Chesterfield M1 - HOME