8th September home result 1-2 half time 0-2
Scorer for CM Jack Hitchen
The game had a very promising start for Cumnor Minors as Robbie Catling hit the post from one yard out in the first minute. Cumnor continued to be on top for the following 20 minutes or so with Cam Craig hitting a close shot over the bar and Robbie unlucky when through on the keeper.
As the half wore on Hook Norton started to get back into the game and created chances of their own. After 25 minutes it was Hook Norton who broke the deadlock with an opportunistic goal giving Kane no chance.
Hook Norton finished the half the stronger and doubled their lead at 40 minutes with a well taken header from a free kick.
Pete's half time talk reminded the players that their lacklustre attitude had caused the deficit and they needed to be a lot stronger if they were going to rescue the game.
The second half was a much tougher display from both teams as Cumnor strived to get back into the game.
After 60 minutes Cumnor got a goal with a great strike through the centre from Jack Hitchen.
Although Cumnor battled hard to get the equaliser, Hook Norton are a decent side and held firm. They could even have added to their score as Cumnor pushed players forward.
The lack of match practice showed with Cumnor for this game. Hook Norton, with a number of friendlies under their belt over the summer were a fitter and more organised outfit.
