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Magpies back to Outdoor Action
Harleston Magpies Hockey Club having taken their mid season break from the leagues
prepare for National League restarting on the weekend 4th and 5th of February. During
the break, the ladies and men played in their premier league indoor leagues. With
both sides showing changes from last season and playing against the best players
in the country, results were poor with both sides getting relegated. Whilst disappointing
this tournament gave good experience to many players and kept fitness levels up for
the outdoor resumption. The Boys' under eighteen squad played in their national finals
on the weekend of 21st/22nd January with the result not known at the time of writing
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Reverting to outdoor -
The men's over 50's continue to progress in their national competition, however a tough home tie against Reading awaits them on Sunday 12th February. On that day the men's national league side entertains Canterbury, who, last season were in the premier league and currently lead the conference table by four points.
Magpies are always pleased to hear of anyone of any age who is interested in joining
the club or attending one of the coaching sessions arranged for all age groups. If
you are interested in any activities then contact the club through the website www.magpies-
Magpies are pleased to welcome spectators to Weybread to watch any of their games. In particular note the national league dates below:
Ladies' Home National League dates:
5th Feb v Maidstone
3rd March v Horsham
10th March v Sevenoaks
24th March v Chelmsford
Men's Home National League dates.
12th Feb v Canterbury
26th Feb Old Loughtonians
17th March v Indian Gymkhana
Angling Report
Bottle Pit Carp anglers still out in force at the weekends, some even camping overnight.
Club & Middle Pits Roach, Skimmers and some Perch around the llb mark are feeding – Carp in certain areas if you can locate them.
No. 1 Pit Some Carp and Pike anglers still trying their luck.
Ocean Pit Several Pike anglers still fishing but no reports of any large fish.
Kingfisher