THE annual Hockey Severn Shield match between RGS Worcester and King's Worcester ended all square in what was a thrilling contest in front of 400 spectators.

The first half showcased a spirited duel between the two teams. King's School secured the first goal, but RGS Worcester's Amelia Bentley-Hughes responded with a fantastic goal from a well-rehearsed penalty corner ensuring that the match reached half-time deadlocked at 1-1.

The second half saw RGS Worcester’s Mya Walford scoring a team goal from open play to seize the lead but King's responded by scoring two quick goals.

But RGS’s Amelia Bentley-Hughes struck again, converting a second penalty corner and levelling the score at 3-3. 

After the match, King's Worcester Director of Sport, Mrs Lora Miller-Symonds, said: "This was a fantastic game for both teams and what an incredible display of talent on show for the record breaking numbers in the crowd.

The King’s girls gave it their all and played some exciting Hockey throughout the game. It was brilliant for the girls to showcase this sport in front of such a loud and supportive crowd.

"This game is designed to inspire future generations to play Hockey and tonight’s game certainly succeeded in doing that."

RGS Worcester's Hockey Captain, Upper Sixth Student Teyah Farmer, added: "It was a great honour to lead the team in the annual Severn Shield match. The team displayed exceptional resilience and stamina in the action-packed game."

RGS Worcester’s Head of Hockey, Mrs Leanne Bennett-Howells said: "I am immensely proud of how our girls conducted themselves during the build-up to this fixture and from the second they stepped on the pitch.

"They applied the game plan effectively and adapted when needed. Against a clinical opposition, our RGS Hockey style of play was appreciated by spectators and the Severn Shield event was an excellent advertisement for girls' Sport."