1 March 2011

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GRINSTEADS unstoppable hockey squad saw off Beeston to take their third consecutive indoor title at the Wembley Arena national finals in front of a 5,000 strong crowd in January.

England captain and East Grinstead midfielder Barry Middleton credited their triple triumph to a strong squad, a good bench and creative play, which he said was the key to the indoor game.

The England skipper also paid tribute to the 3,000 East Grinstead fans who made the journey to the finals.

A few of the players have been here their whole lives so their support has been fantastic for the side, he said.