HOCKEY: Droitwich Ladies beat newly-promoted Kidderminster 4-3 in their final pre-season friendly.

Droitwich’s team included returning players Karen Broughton, Linzi Deacon and Clare Ferley, who took time out from playing last season due to pregnancy.

After an early goal from Kidderminster, Hannah Shaw levelled the scores before half time.

Kidderminster took the lead after the break, but Droitwich responded through Lucy Hine.

Drotiwch then took the lead with a fantastic strike from Susan Williams.

Again Kidderminster equalised, but Shaw bagged a winner to earn Spa victory.