Ambitions were sharp and the dream team was primed to seize maximum benefit from this fixture. And indeed, maximum expectations did yield maximum 20 points.
Missing their number two, it was apparent that the expectations of the Bexley team were somewhat muted, in clear contrast to the competitive aspirations of Knole 1. We have had courageous comebacks and famous reversals, stunning athleticism and awesome technical
demonstrations in this league -- none of these were necessary in abundance on Wednesday to subdue an outclassed Bexley side.
The main challenge was to remain fully engaged with the lacklustre proceedings and after two games of total domination we saw some concentration slippage akin to a weary desert traveller being bestowed the grace of gratefully licking the condensation from a full tempting ice cold glass of lager, but not coming close to sampling the contents - I am sure John Mills would reluctantly allow me this clumsy allusion - whether the rest of you have any idea what I am on about (film buffs apart) is quite another thing! [Ice Cold In Alex – Ed].
Pete had his work cut out against their classy number one but it was unfortunate that Andy was not able to appreciate and respect Pete’s speed and athleticism, particularly around the front of the court.
I have no more significant individual comments to make, well played all, job done!!! Repeat performance next week methinks at home v Sydenham Tues March 4th with the same dream team followed, hopefully, by a "Christmas dinner" to celebrate the success of our impressive Knole 1 team.
Groupies most welcome next week and I am sure that Barry will be able to keep all fed and watered ..
Best wishes MJ..
So, with one match to go, KP1 need to get maximum points against Sydenham and hope that at least one of the Blackheath players slips up against Bexley on Tuesday.
Avoiding contact
The luge