Lee Valley — This was new territory for Jack Waller in an age-old, increasingly frenetic tussle which ended with a thrilling 2-1 win for England and scuppering Australia’s Pro League title hopes.
It was also England’s first win over their rivals since a Champions Trophy pool clash nine matches and 11 years ago. From ‘deflation’, as coach Zach Jones conceded at half-time, to elation.
A season playing club hockey in the Netherlands with Pinoke has paid dividends. Waller had only scored one senior goal for England before Sunday’s final London leg clash. By the end of his 60 minutes, he had a brace after two close range strikes, coupled with a fine display in goal by James Mazarelo.
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