Mean Harpenden keep pace with the leaders after solid Witham success

Harpenden men V Witham - David Falk in action for Harpenden. Picture: Karyn Haddon (Image: Archant)

Reece Baker-Kiff was again on the scoresheet with another deadly drag flick from a penalty corner and there was one for Todd Baines 15 minutes from time, a thunderous finish from a fine run.

Harpenden men V Witham - Reece Baker-Kiff in action for Harpenden. Picture: Karyn Haddon (Image: Archant)

But it is the other end of the field which is proving to be just as reliable, with the Woollams-based hockey club boasting the second meanest defence in the division.

Harpenden men V Witham - Harry Kneel in action for Harpenden. Picture: Karyn Haddon (Image: Archant)

Goalkeeper Andy King was heavily involved in this one too as Witham belied their lowly position with a number of good chances.

Harpenden men V Witham - Russell Timms in action for Harpenden. Picture: Karyn Haddon (Image: Archant)

Dave Falk was named man of the match after another strong and committed performance in midfield while Ali Barrett and Rob Ward had solid games at the back.

Harpenden men V Witham - Reece Baker-Kiff in action for Harpenden. Picture: Karyn Haddon (Image: Archant)

The result leaves them in fifth, level on points who East London who Harpenden visit on Saturday.

Harpenden men V Witham - Reece Baker-Kiff in action for Harpenden. Picture: Karyn Haddon (Image: Archant)

Harpenden men V Witham - Tom Banbury in action for Harpenden. Picture: Karyn Haddon (Image: Archant)

Harpenden men V Witham - Tom Banbury in action for Harpenden. Picture: Karyn Haddon (Image: Archant)

Harpenden men V Witham - Ali Barrett in action for Harpenden. Picture: Karyn Haddon (Image: Archant)

Harpenden men V Witham - Picture: Karyn Haddon (Image: Archant)

Harpenden men V Witham - Ali Barrett in action for Harpenden. Picture: Karyn Haddon (Image: Archant)

Harpenden men V Witham - Reece Baker-Kiff in action for Harpenden. Picture: Karyn Haddon (Image: Archant)

Harpenden men V Witham - Reece Baker-Kiff in action for Harpenden. Picture: Karyn Haddon (Image: Archant)

Harpenden men V Witham - Reece Baker-Kiff in action for Harpenden. Picture: Karyn Haddon (Image: Archant)