Boro make it four in a row; Roller Hockey.

MIDDLESBROUGH Roller Hockey Club sent a message of intent to the rest of the Premier League this past weekend with a spectacular 21-2 win over Sheffield Wildcats.

Looking to add to their three-game winning streak, the Boro boys went into the game against their Northern rivals confident they would make it four from four and keep up their challenge for the Premier League title.

The opening five minutes saw Boro establish their superiority over Sheffield with a solid passing game.

Unable to cope with the sustained pressure, the opposition's defence began to crumble and Boro captain John Jones was quick to find the back of the net.

Amazingly, Boro lost their lead just 30 seconds from the restart as an erratic shot somehow managed to find its way past an in-form Daniel Palmer.

Determined to keep Sheffield from believing they could take something from the game, Boro hit back immediately as Owen Stewart teleported an unstoppable slapshot into the top corner.

The remainder of the half saw Boro dictate the rhythm, drawing Sheffield out of position and taking advantage of their mistakes.

Vice captain Mikey Ableson scored arguably the finest goal of the first half, finishing a well-worked team move with an impressive chip and volley into the roof of the net.

The second half saw little change from the first as Boro continued to let their impressive passing game do the talking.

Highlights for Boro saw Graeme Stewart sealing his hat-trick with a well-taken penalty and Peter Lonsdale marking his solid performance with a finely taken firsttime shot just minutes from full time.

Boro now have a four-week break to prepare for a huge home game against fellow title contenders Grimsby.

Support is always welcome at what promises to be a fantastic exhibition of top flight roller hockey..

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FINE FINISH: Mikey Abelson of Middlesbrough Roller Hockey Club