The 20th edition of the Diamond Mineral Water Indoor Hockey Tournament continued in thrilling fashion on Friday evening as teams across the Open, Over-40, and Over-50 categories battled for crucial points in a packed day of competition at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall (CASH).
Day Two opened with a convincing win for Saints, who outplayed TTPS in an Open Women’s matchup, finishing 4–1. OFHC Inferno quickly followed with a disciplined 2–1 victory over GBTI GCC, setting an early tone for competitiveness. In the Over-40 division, OFHC Expendables edged Hickers 2–1 in one of the tighter contests of the session.
As the afternoon progressed, the goals came in flurries. TTPS managed a narrow 3–2 win over Hikers in Open Women, while OFHC Top Form delivered a strong statement in Open Men with a 6–1 triumph over TTPS. OFHC Inferno also added to their momentum, defeating Saints 4–3 in a clash that kept supporters on their feet.
The Over-40 showdown between Hickers and GCC The sequel ended in a hard-fought 2–2 draw, showcasing gritty defending and late equalisers. In Open Women, Hikers powered to a commanding 4–1 victory over Hot Flashes, while the evening’s first men’s fixture saw Saints claim an 8–4 win over Bounty GCC, one of the highest-scoring games of the day.
In the Over-50 division, GCC Vintage held firm for a steady 5–2 win against TTO Masters, demonstrating experience and composure under pressure. The Open Women’s bracket closed its penultimate matchup with GBTI GCC topping TTPS 3–1.
The night concluded with an action-heavy series of Open Men contests. Hot Flashes outlasted OFHC Inferno 4–2 before OFHC Top Form defeated Bounty GCC 4–2 in another energetic affair. The final match of the day saw Pepsi Hikers and Saints end locked at 4–4, a fitting finish to a day defined by intensity and competitiveness.
With the tournament now entering its decisive stages, Friday’s performances have set the stage for a gripping weekend as teams push to climb the table.
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