HOCKEY: Luton ladies held by Welwyn

The hosts took the lead early on, but Luton hit back to level through Jordan Homann. Welwyn responded andf lead 2-1, before Suzanne Starkey made it 2-2, while keeper Amber Lewsey ensured the visitors earned a share of the spoils.

In Division Three, Luton IIs enjoyed a 1-0 win over Broxbourne IVs thanks to a fine attacking performance, with Kaitlyn Bright scoring the only goal.

Luton men suffered a hefty 9-1 defeat at Chelmsford in East Men’s League Division Two South, Garry Newman on target.

The IIs ran out 2-1 winners at home to Royston IIs in Division Four South West with goals by Sam Coombes and Stephen Condell, while keeper Will Maidment saved a penalty flick.

In Division Seven South West, Luton IIIs and IVs played each other, with the IIIs running out 2-1 winners.

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