Last Minute Heartache For Swans

Hamworthy United Reserves 4 Swans 3

The Swans led three times against the table toppers but succumbed to a last minute winner by the Hammers Reserves in this entertaining clash at The County Ground in The Jewson Dorset Premier League.

The Swans weathered early pressure from the young Hammers and went close with a Merredew strike, however keeper Hibbs produced a good save from Claydon. Ocean Smith put the Swans ahead after 17 minutes firing home following good work from Olly Smith and Hughes. The hosts levelled on 21 minutes when Eric Richardson headed home. Swans retained their lead on 28 minutes, Magnier produced a great tackle to set up Merredew who cleverly flicked on for Ocean Smith to complete his brace and his fifth of the season with a cool finish. The home side wouldn't lay down and a minute before the break Eric Richardson equalised and completed his brace. H.T. 2-2.

The second half continued in the same vein as the first with both sides determined for the 3 points. Yet again it was defender Stephen Pryor with his second goal in two games who headed home at the far post to put his side ahead. Swans had a great chance to secure the points when Steele hit the bar and Towers was off target with the rebound. Substitute Charlie Harries equalised for the home side for the third time and again Taylor Hibbs made a great save to keep the scores level. The drama continued to the last minute when Charlie Harries completed his brace and for the first time put his side ahead and secured the 3 points to send the Swans home empty handed.

A great advert for The Jewson Dorset Premier League played at times in difficult conditions. The 3 points keeps Hamworthy United Reserves at the top of the table.

Two solid debut performances from new signings Joey Towers and Travis Lightbown-Smith

[b]Team: T.Hibbs, J.Towers, B.Smith, T.Lightbown-Smith, S.Pryor, E.Steele (C.Furmage 80), C.Magnier, Olly Smith, Ocean Smith, A.Merredew (B.Hughes 80), J.Hughes.
Subs: C.Furmage, B.Hughes.

Swans Star Man - Ocean Smith
Special Mention - Brad Smith