Upcoming Fixtures
17/01/2024
Kingies vs KCL 1s (A)
20/01/2024
Blues v Oxford 1s (A)
24/01/2024
Blues v Cardiff 1s (A)
Kingies v Oxford 2s (A)
07/02/2024
Blues v Bath 1s (H)
21/02/2024
Kingies v KCL 1s (H)
06/03/2024
Kingies v Oxford Brookes 1s (A)
VARSITY - 24/02/2024
Blues vs O*ford 1s (A)
Kingies vs O*ford 2s (A)
Kingies vs KCL 1s (A)
20/01/2024
Blues v Oxford 1s (A)
24/01/2024
Blues v Cardiff 1s (A)
Kingies v Oxford 2s (A)
07/02/2024
Blues v Bath 1s (H)
21/02/2024
Kingies v KCL 1s (H)
06/03/2024
Kingies v Oxford Brookes 1s (A)
VARSITY - 24/02/2024
Blues vs O*ford 1s (A)
Kingies vs O*ford 2s (A)
Match reportS
29/11/2023: NOT A WIN BUT THE TEAM GLORY WE NEEDED
The Blues showcased stellar fight in a thrilling rematch against a strong Exeter side, ending Michaelmas on a high. After a formidable 22-4 defeat at the last showdown, the team emerged with a newfound determination - pumped and ready to go (this time, Exeter were the ones making the 6-hour bus journey...). The first quarter saw Exeter taking an early lead at 3-0, however Cambridge staged a remarkable comeback, conceding no goals in the second quarter. Our defence became a brick wall, thwarting any and all Exeter attempts at driving to goal. We had them rattled, but to their credit Exeter didn’t relent, doubling and often tripling the ball-carrier through the mid-field transition. There was fierce competition for every draw and every loose ball. A few swipes and a shove to the ground triggered Carys Ward's 'Hulk' mode and her mad skills as the 'toad' in the 'hole' pulled through and, as ever, Co-Captain Soph Duncan's insane speed saw her glide like a maglev securely bringing the ball from restraining line to restraining line. With first-rate draw control from Lily Mainwaring and a skilfully executed drive from Jazzy Ventham, Cambridge levelled the score to 3-3 at halftime. In the second half, highlights include a slick turnover at the top of the fan at our end by Erica Shuker, a lightning-fast pitch sprint safely bringing the ball to the attack by straight defender Emma James (who brought the ‘fight’ from her recent Fight Night win to the lacrosse pitch), and several insane saves from Rachel Wald, including a shot from a free position by a senior England player known for 'ripping' shots. CUWLC fans lined the side of the pitch, and it was great to see the unwavering support of a regiment of Cambridge Men's Lacrosse players. The final score of 10-7 to Exeter reflects the fantastic team effort that went into the match, shows how far we’ve come as a team in the last few weeks, and has left the Blues buzzing for the games next term.
22/11/2023: BLUES TAKE VICTORY IN LONDON
From the opening whistle, Cambridge set the pace, leaving UCL trailing with a commanding 6-1 lead at the end of the first quarter. The excellent draw conversion rate of 70% is a credit to Lily Mainwaring, Sophie Duncan, Tabby Black and Jasmine Ventham in the midfield, who ensured the ball was down our attacking end for the majority of the game. A superstar turnover by Jazzy from a one-on-one down our defending end was THE moment of the match and is surely one to go down in the annals of CUWLC history. For much of the third quarter, with no UCL subs to fill in for a player who had injured herself, we were a man up, allowing us to put into practice some plays that had been the focus of Monday’s training session. A special shoutout must go to Tabs who was top goal-scorer of the game, burying 5 goals in the back of the net. As always, it was great to see Cambridge Lacrosse veterans coming to shout support from the side of the pitch. The final scoreline of 15-6 was a sturdy testament to Cambridge's hard work and tenacity. Working hard on and off the pitch, unfortunately there was no time for a victory pint in London (not to fear though, celebrations did betide the Blues at Hawks' later that night), and the Blues legged it, with Scaz and Moody leading the way - lacrosse stick and boots still in hand - through Regent’s Park, down Euston Road and swiftly onto the tube to King's Cross, a victory lap of sorts.
The Blues showcased stellar fight in a thrilling rematch against a strong Exeter side, ending Michaelmas on a high. After a formidable 22-4 defeat at the last showdown, the team emerged with a newfound determination - pumped and ready to go (this time, Exeter were the ones making the 6-hour bus journey...). The first quarter saw Exeter taking an early lead at 3-0, however Cambridge staged a remarkable comeback, conceding no goals in the second quarter. Our defence became a brick wall, thwarting any and all Exeter attempts at driving to goal. We had them rattled, but to their credit Exeter didn’t relent, doubling and often tripling the ball-carrier through the mid-field transition. There was fierce competition for every draw and every loose ball. A few swipes and a shove to the ground triggered Carys Ward's 'Hulk' mode and her mad skills as the 'toad' in the 'hole' pulled through and, as ever, Co-Captain Soph Duncan's insane speed saw her glide like a maglev securely bringing the ball from restraining line to restraining line. With first-rate draw control from Lily Mainwaring and a skilfully executed drive from Jazzy Ventham, Cambridge levelled the score to 3-3 at halftime. In the second half, highlights include a slick turnover at the top of the fan at our end by Erica Shuker, a lightning-fast pitch sprint safely bringing the ball to the attack by straight defender Emma James (who brought the ‘fight’ from her recent Fight Night win to the lacrosse pitch), and several insane saves from Rachel Wald, including a shot from a free position by a senior England player known for 'ripping' shots. CUWLC fans lined the side of the pitch, and it was great to see the unwavering support of a regiment of Cambridge Men's Lacrosse players. The final score of 10-7 to Exeter reflects the fantastic team effort that went into the match, shows how far we’ve come as a team in the last few weeks, and has left the Blues buzzing for the games next term.
22/11/2023: BLUES TAKE VICTORY IN LONDON
From the opening whistle, Cambridge set the pace, leaving UCL trailing with a commanding 6-1 lead at the end of the first quarter. The excellent draw conversion rate of 70% is a credit to Lily Mainwaring, Sophie Duncan, Tabby Black and Jasmine Ventham in the midfield, who ensured the ball was down our attacking end for the majority of the game. A superstar turnover by Jazzy from a one-on-one down our defending end was THE moment of the match and is surely one to go down in the annals of CUWLC history. For much of the third quarter, with no UCL subs to fill in for a player who had injured herself, we were a man up, allowing us to put into practice some plays that had been the focus of Monday’s training session. A special shoutout must go to Tabs who was top goal-scorer of the game, burying 5 goals in the back of the net. As always, it was great to see Cambridge Lacrosse veterans coming to shout support from the side of the pitch. The final scoreline of 15-6 was a sturdy testament to Cambridge's hard work and tenacity. Working hard on and off the pitch, unfortunately there was no time for a victory pint in London (not to fear though, celebrations did betide the Blues at Hawks' later that night), and the Blues legged it, with Scaz and Moody leading the way - lacrosse stick and boots still in hand - through Regent’s Park, down Euston Road and swiftly onto the tube to King's Cross, a victory lap of sorts.
past fixtures
29/11/2023
Blues (H): Cambridge 7 - 10 Exeter 1s
Kingies (H): Cambridge 2 - 22 Exeter 2s
26/11/2023
Kingies (A): Cambridge 2 - 30 Exeter 2s
22/11/2023
Blues (A): Cambridge 15 - 6 UCL 1s
15/11/2023
Blues (H): Cambridge 8 - 8 Bristol 1s
08/11/2023
Blues (H): Cambridge 13 - 5 Oxford 1s
Kingies (A): Bath 1s 12 - 5 Cambridge
01/11/2023
Blues (H): Cambridge 16 - 8 Cardiff 1s
Kingies (H): Cambridge 15 - 6 Oxford 2s
25/10/2023
Blues (A): Cambridge 4 - 22 Exeter 1s
Kingies (H): Cambridge 5 - 16 Exeter 4s
18/10/2023
Blues (H): Cambridge 20 - 5 UCL 1s
Kingies (H): Cambridge 1 - 21 Oxford Brookes 1s
11/10/2023
Blues: Cambridge 5 - 12 Bristol 1s
Blues (H): Cambridge 7 - 10 Exeter 1s
Kingies (H): Cambridge 2 - 22 Exeter 2s
26/11/2023
Kingies (A): Cambridge 2 - 30 Exeter 2s
22/11/2023
Blues (A): Cambridge 15 - 6 UCL 1s
15/11/2023
Blues (H): Cambridge 8 - 8 Bristol 1s
08/11/2023
Blues (H): Cambridge 13 - 5 Oxford 1s
Kingies (A): Bath 1s 12 - 5 Cambridge
01/11/2023
Blues (H): Cambridge 16 - 8 Cardiff 1s
Kingies (H): Cambridge 15 - 6 Oxford 2s
25/10/2023
Blues (A): Cambridge 4 - 22 Exeter 1s
Kingies (H): Cambridge 5 - 16 Exeter 4s
18/10/2023
Blues (H): Cambridge 20 - 5 UCL 1s
Kingies (H): Cambridge 1 - 21 Oxford Brookes 1s
11/10/2023
Blues: Cambridge 5 - 12 Bristol 1s
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