Hillcrest's first team returned to competitive action this weekend after a lengthy Christmas break and despite losing 53-30 to North London side Academy, the team took many positive points from its performance.
The two teams are separated by seven divisions in the National League, and the Warlingham-based side suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of Academy earlier in the season.
But Hillcrest refused to be overawed by the speed and skill of their opposition, trailing only 14-9 at the end of the first quarter, thanks to accurate shooting by Lesley Hogan at GA and Rona Hunnisett at GS.
The visitors continued to pile on the pressure throughout the match, but the final result flattered them. Hillcrest captain Michelle Francis is confident that the team can build on this performance.
January 29, 2003 12:00
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