Dumfries Ladies 1s embarked upon their second game of season this Saturday against newly promoted Giffnock, eager to improve upon their 2-2 draw with Clydesdale Western last week.

The ladies made their intentions clear right from the start when Beth McCall opened the scoring within the first minute. Giffnock were struggling to find space from hit outs as Dumfries executed their ‘W’ effectively resulting in a lot of possession in the opposition half. This pressure soon resulted in well taken goals from Drife, and soon after, Topping to take the score to 3 – 0 after 12 minutes. Giffnock’s speedy mid fielders were able to make some assertive runs in to the Dumfries half but some calm defensive play from Bell Irving, Anderson and Bryce ensured there was no way through.

Dumfries continued to look dominant using the width provided by Austin, Rowcroft and Edgar to create numerous opportunities on goal with Morrin and McCall adding to the tally before the half time whistle. 5-0.

Giffnock started the second half positively looking to close the gap on Dumfries but were beginning to tire due to a lack of subs and relentless pressure from the home team. Forwards Milne and Drife were making life very difficult for the Giffnock defence and were awarded a number of penalty corners in the first few minutes. Eventually captain Nicholson received the left slip from McCall and fired home the sixth goal of the match. After more Giffnock infringements in the shooting D, Dumfries were awarded a penalty flick which McCall slotted away with ease. At this stage Dumfries were very much in control with Giffnock struggling to make it out of their half. Further goals from Topping (3), Law and Drife saw the game finish 12-0. A quiet afternoon for keeper McCubbin, however her direction from the back ensured Dumfries maintained their structure and composure. Thanks to umpire James Aitken.