ANDOVER Ladies suffered a 2-0 defeat at the hands of high-flying Fareham on Saturday.

Andover faced a difficult task against Fareham, who are set for a club record finish of third in South Women’s League Division 3B.

And despite working tirelessly throughout Andover eventually relented to their visitor’s organised attacking play.

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Action from Andover Hockey Club’s Ladies 1st XI v Fareham. 6th February, 2016

Goalkeeper Hazel Stacey made some strong saves in the Andover goal however she could not keep out Bex Close who gave Fareham a first half lead just before the break.

Chloe Franklin narrowly missed a chance to put Andover level after the break with a powerful shot that went just wide.

Amanda Hilsdon clinched the victory for Fareham with a powerful reverse stick strike just before the final whistle.