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Reeling Hatfield

Powerfuel Hatfield are reeling after celebrating another major title under the baton of Graham O'Connor.

Hatfield
 

Powerfuel Hatfield Band are still reeling after their success in the Senior Trophy on Saturday at the Senior Trophy.

This was the third year Hatfield had appeared at the contest, and after coming 5th last year they upped their form to take away the title, beating a host of more fancied bands on the way.

Expert direction

Under the expert direction of Graham O'Connor the band worked very hard over the past few weeks, and now in their 60th year they have been able to a second major title to go with their Pontins win of last year.

A spokesperson told 4BR: "The band would like to thank Graham for all his hard work not just preparing for contests, but preparing for concerts, and always giving 110% for 'his' band."

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