Lytham St Annes Hockey Club round-up: Robbins’ four goals give the men victory

A well-fought game saw LSA lead at half-time after Anna Tankard had slotted home the opener.

Wigton came back hard in the second half, scoring twice in quick succession followed by a third goal from a short corner.

Lilly Miles scored a second for LSA, whose relentless attacking play meant they were unfortunate not to score again.

There was a victory for the seconds, who beat Brookfield 2 5-1.

LSA took the lead as Michelle Robbins dribbled through and pushed the ball towards goal for Zofia Leach to tap home.

A short corner ended with Robbins making it 2-0, after which Rachel Gibbs scored with a reverse flick.

The second half saw Immy McPhee score twice before Brookfield managed a late consolation.

LSA’s men’s first team were 5-3 winners when they played South Lakes.

They began strongly and led through Tom Atkinson before Michael Robbins’ double made it 3-0 at half-time.

South Lakes pulled back two goals in the second half before Robbins scored twice more to see LSA 5-2 in front.

Joe Ashton’s own goal reduced LSA’s lead but they were able to see out the game.

The seconds were beaten 2-0 in their match at Garstang Development.

LSA created chances before a slip at the back saw Garstang take the lead against the run of play.

It was much the same at the start of the second half as LSA worked tirelessly to win the ball and fashion opportunities.

They were denied by some good saves before Garstang ensured victory with a fine goal.