Spalding Water Polo got their Herts League season off to a winning start by defeating Hatfield 11-9 at the Castle Sports Complex pool last week.
Hosts Spalding took control in the first quarter, with goals from Gareth Lord (2), John James and Ed Martin to lead 4-2.
Hatfield then scored three in the second quarter to Spalding’s two, making the score 6-5 at half time.
The home goals came from James and Tom Marsters.
The third quarter was a scrappy eight minutes, with both teams scoring well but neither taking charge.
Spalding’s four goals came from new club captain Phil James (2), Lord and Martin to put them 10-8 to the good.
The final quarter showcased end-to-end play with only one goal apiece.
Spalding’s goalscorer was Lord, making it four in total for the match, as his side won 11-9.
Spalding Water Polo scorers: Lord (4), John James (2), Phil James (2), Martin (2) and Marsters.
