Hong Kong Soccer Tour

Harrow songs inspire team to second victory
Harrow 4 v 1 D.B.S
Scorers:   MacIntyre, Breeden, Tilk, Robinson
Man of match: Shared by James Breeden and Harry Bick - committed and mature performances from two Lower Sixth boys new to the squad ... impressive.

A lie-in was a great way to start the day and it was much needed.   The boys recharged their batteries and enjoyed a relaxing breakfast.

Our first activity of a busy day was a trip to the Hong Kong heritage museum.   The museum's quiet and meditative atmosphere was exactly what everyone needed as an antidote after the hustle and bustle of our early days in Hong Kong.   

The museum showed exceptional collections which showed China's renowned tradition for ceramics, lacquered furniture and Chinese painting.

The boys' contemplative attitude was a good way to prepare for what could be a tough fixture later in the day.




After the museum we headed out for a dim sum lunch at Star floating restaurant. Our tour-guide ordered a wide variety of excellent food which was enjoyed by all. Feeling a little full, the boys took a walk along the waterfront as thoughts began to turn to the match later on that day. 


Having boarded the bus, we headed to the ground, which was half an hour away. Dr Harrison decided it was time for some team singing and acted as chief cheerleader as the squad belted out a selection of Harrow songs from "Forty Years On" to "Here Sir". We arrived at the ground in good spirits and had plenty of time to warm up and digest before kick off. 


The match was a much tougher test than the first and at half-time the score was still 0-0. D.B.S. were extremely motivated and were causing problems. The breakthrough came courtesy of a glancing header from Hamish Macintyre and was soon followed by a a cracking second from the left foot of James Breeden. Harrow were now in control and playing really well. Doug Tilk added a deserved third (his third goal of the tour) before a lapse in concentration saw D.B.S. pull a goal back. The three goal cushion was re-established thanks to a close range finish from Chester Robinson. 


Overall, Harrow had played very well indeed and put together some excellent passages of play. This was a very good game to watch and, despite the scoreline, was a tough test. 

In the evening we enjoyed an 'all you can eat' dinner cruise on Victoria Harbour on board the Bauhinia.  Highlights included the Symphony of Lights show (see picture), for which we had a great view from the deck of the boat, and also Joshua Adejokun's and Pablo Hutchinson's moves on the dance floor.