The Kookaburras were forced to come from behind twice, but emerged 3-2 winners in game two of the three match series.

Determined to make amends for their 5-1 defend from game 1, Korea took an early lead after converting a penalty corner attempt only four minutes into the match.

Despite trailing, the Kookaburras remained focused in defence with Matthew Swann and Chris Ciriello setting up the majority of the Kookaburras play from their back half.

In what was a fairly even opening 15 minutes the Kookaburras controlled the ball but were unable to penetrate the circle with any real precision, due in part to the tight Korean defence.

As the game continued the Kookaburras begun to look more dangerous around goal, with veteran Grant Schubert setting up team mate Glenn Turner in the circle who produced a diving deflection to equal the score.

The celebrations were only short lived, with a long pass into the Korean circle beating the Kookaburra defenders and drawing goalkeeper George Bazeley, giving Sung Hoon Yoon an open net and Korea the lead once again.

The Kookaburras emerged more focused in the second half with results coming immediately thanks to a field goal to Russell Ford.

Continuing to apply the pressure, the Kookaburras produced several more close calls around goal, but were unable to convert.

Rob Hammond was a stand out for the home team throughout the midfield, as was Glenn Turner who was a focal point for the Kookaburras in the circle, working the ball to Simon Orchard who gave the Kookaburras their first lead of the match at the 57 minute mark to claim the victory.

The third and final match of the series was played last night. See Wednesday’s News for more details.