Hykeham Tigers this week had mixed fortunes after winning 3-0 against Metheringham Reserves last Tuesday, however loosing 2-0 to AFC Welton this Sunday, ending a mixed week for the Tigers.
Thursday Night saw Hykeham Tigers face off in a game against Division Four side Metheringham Reserves. The Tigers fielded some inexperienced trialists for this game including newcomers Toddy, Michael Cruickshank, Chris Bennett, Kris Nelson and Mike Bohan.
The Tigers battled well throughout the game, and after Kris Nelson's brilliant volley set them on their way, Man of the Match Callum Fatchett scored two well taken goals, with a disallowed goal from Paul Sturton sandwiched in between Fatchett's goals. The game was marred by an ugly Melee at the end which Metheringhams fan's and players alike should be disgraced about.
Sunday saw a much changed Tigers team take on Division Two side AFC Welton who were a much better side than the one the faced the previous game. Hykeham struggled in large parts to find the form that served them well in the last few friendlies. Callum Fatchett, Sam Newton and Michael Cruickshank impressed heavily throughout this friendly which saw AFC Welton eventually run out 2-0 winners.
However, When ask to comment AFC Welton striker Jason Barratt had this to say about Hykeham Tigers chances this season
"They've (Hykeham Tigers) got a real chance of success this season, they have a strong squad and if they are lucky with injuries and a bit of luck it could see them go all the way this year"
Hykeham's next game's are Sunday against Bridon Athletic and next Thursday night against AFC West End
