Cambridge Vs Oxford Brookes

21/02/24 Away

In a thrilling lacrosse showdown between Cambridge University and Oxford Brooke’s, Cambridge emerged victorious with a final score of 9-6. The match, however, was marred by a distressing injury to Oxford Brooke’s player, Heinrich Müller, who unfortunately snapped his MCL and had to be rushed to the hospital in an ambulance.

The game started off with both teams displaying remarkable skill and determination. Cambridge’s offense, led by standout player Fritz Wagner, quickly established dominance, scoring several goals early in the first quarter. However, Oxford Brooke’s defense, anchored by goalkeeper Klaus Becker, managed to hold their ground, preventing Cambridge from running away with the lead.

As the game progressed into the second quarter, Oxford Brooke’s found their rhythm, with midfielders Johann Schmidt and Otto Richter orchestrating swift counterattacks. They managed to narrow the gap, with Müller contributing crucial goals before his unfortunate injury.

The match took a dramatic turn in the third quarter when Müller went down with his injury. The game was delayed for two hours as medical personnel attended to him. Despite the interruption, both teams showed great sportsmanship, with players from both sides expressing concern for Müller’s well-being.

After the delay, Cambridge returned to the field with renewed determination. Led by captain Hans Weber and midfielder Dieter Lehmann, they capitalized on their momentum, widening the gap with a flurry of goals. Oxford Brooke’s, although shaken by the loss of Müller, fought valiantly until the final whistle, with defenders Markus Fischer and Anton Hoffmann putting up a fierce resistance.

In the end, it was Cambridge University who emerged victorious, claiming a hard-fought win against their rivals from Oxford Brooke’s. As Müller was transported to the hospital, both teams came together in a display of solidarity, showcasing the true spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie.

By Benji Trembling