Hockey Robbies closing in on the title after 5-goal derby delight

N National Conference West, Clifton Robinsons bounced back from defeat in their previous game to win the potentially tricky derby 5-1 against University of Bristol and extend their lead at the top to five points as second-placed Marlow were held to a draw by Cardiff Met 2s, while third-placed Chichester were beaten 3-2 by fourth-placed Ashmoor.

- David PARRY-JONES [e-mail]

Clifton Robinsons players celebrate a goal in their 5-1 victory against University of Bristol. More pictures from the National Conference West game below

(Pictures: Ellie Rockell)

Two goals in the first seven minutes from Ben Stone and Isaac Hocking provided the perfect start. Elliot Moran struck back for the students, but Stu Loughrey added a third before halftime.

Robbies controlled the game well and a fine opportunist effort from Jamie Greenwood at the end of the third quarter extended the lead. Adam Wyatt completed the scoring from a neatly-worked penalty corner routine with two minutes remaining.

Robbies play Fareham at Clifton College on Sunday (noon), where a win could seal the title and promotion if Ashmoor avoid defeat at Marlow. The students host Isca at Coombe Dingle (12.30pm).