hockey males to semis!

Hall 7 booked a place in the semifinals of the boys' hockey tournament with a sound 2-0 win over Hall 5. Only a sterling performance from the opposing goalkeeper kept the margin down in a match where the victors spent much of the time attacking.

Hall 7 started creating chances within 2 minutes, but the hit from a short corner was stopped. Deft passing between their players on various parts of the pitch ensured that they held possession. The first goal came from another short corner, when Najip drove the puck past the 'keeper after being played on. Seven continued to dominate play until the break, but created few chances from open play - a powerful hit from inside the 'D' though did not find the back of the goal thanks to the Five's custodian.

In the second half, Hall 7 quickly regained possession from their opponents from the whistle and continued their forays into the attacking half. Hall 5 put up a stronger challenge but their counterattacks were frequently put out by Seven's players. The second goal came in the middle of the period from Firdaus's fierce shot from another short corner, and that provided welcome breathing space. The Hall 5 'keeper was called into action once more after that from another set-piece, and must have envied his opposite number who did not have any attempts to deal with.

The game ended in good spirits, and tomorrow, Hall 7 face a physical Hall 3 side, which put away Hall 10 1-0 on penalties after a goalless draw, for a spot in the finals.

Final score: Hall Seven 2, Hall Five 0

-Nicholas Lim