Ex-captain ruled out by knee op

South Saxons Hockey Club’s hopes of promotion have been dealt a blow with the news that former captain Pete Watters has required surgery on his knee.
By The Newsroom
Published 11th Jan 2013, 16:30 BST

The experienced defender underwent an operation on Tuesday, and it’s unlikely he’ll be available again during the remainder of the South Hockey League Sussex Area - Division One season.

Saxons have been out of action since a 6-2 win at Middleton & Bognor on December 8, so despite skipper Paddy Cornish’s best efforts to get a friendly arranged over the festive period, it’s been a while since the players picked up a stick.

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“It’ll be nice to get going again, I’ve missed it.” Cornish said. “The game at Penguin on Saturday will no doubt be a tough one, but I’m confident we can take three points. We have good depth in this squad and I believe everyone who plays can do a solid job.”

Saxons are still well in the hunt for top spot, sitting in third, just four points behind leaders Brighton & Hove III. As well as Watters, George Eldridge and Jamie Busbridge are also unavailable for the trip to Penguin.

“This year, four points is a small gap,” Cornish continued. “Last year Horsham II only lost one game - to us - but this year everyone has lost at least two already. It’s very open, and you know everyone could pick up points on any given week.”