Cardiff MET Wins Fourth Trophy I Title in 10 Years
Cardiff MET claimed the Rohrmax EuroHockey Club Trophy I Men title for the fourth time in 10 years, defeating Watsonians 2-0 in the final. The win marked a successful campaign for the Welsh side, who have been a dominant force in the competition.
What Happened?
Cardiff MET's victory was sealed by a penalty corner converted by Scott Rawlings, which opened the scoring before captain Jack Pritchard added a second soon after. Watsonians pressed for a route back into the contest but could not find a way through the Cardiff MET defences, ensuring a 2-0 victory and the Trophy I crown.
Why it Matters for Cardiff MET
The win is a significant achievement for Cardiff MET, who have been working tirelessly to improve their performance in the competition. The team's success is a testament to their hard work and dedication, and it will be interesting to see how they perform in future tournaments.
What Comes Next?
Cardiff MET will be looking to build on their success and continue to improve their performance in the coming weeks. Their next fixture is against Barry Town, who they will face away from home on August 14. Recent form (last 5): 2W-2D-1L (DDLWW, most recent first). Last result: Cardiff MET 2-2 Flint Town United (2026-04-18).
Player of the Tournament
Adam Uhliř of TJ Plzeň-Litice was named the player of the tournament, while Ollie Kidd of Lisnagarvey was the top goalscorer with 8 goals. Mark Philpot of Cardiff MET was also recognized as the goalkeeper of the tournament.
Final Rankings
The final rankings for the Rohrmax EuroHockey Club Trophy I Men were as follows: Cardiff MET (WAL), Watsonians HC (SCO), Lisnagarvey HC (IRL), SV Arminen (AUT), WKS Grunwald Poznan (POL), AD Lousada (POR), TJ Plzeň-Litice (CZE), OKS SHVSM Vinnitsa (UKR).
Goalkeeper of the Tournament
Mark Philpot of Cardiff MET was named the goalkeeper of the tournament, a testament to his impressive performance in the competition.
Last Result
Cardiff MET's last result was a 2-2 draw against Flint Town United on April 18, 2026. Recent form (last 5): 2W-2D-1L (DDLWW, most recent first). Next fixture: vs Barry Town (away, 2026-08-14).
