Marlborough had a good start, dominating the game but not being able to score. The team conceded three goals in quick succession due to quick counter attacks by the opposition, resulting in a score that didn't accurately reflect how the game was going. After the captain came on from the bench and settled things down, Marlborough started the long hard slog of pulling back some goals. In the second half, two successful penalty corners in quick succession pulled the team back into contention but they just weren't able to get the equaliser. A late goal from the opposition gave a final score of 4-2.