Swans began on the front foot, keeping Bournemouth under pressure with constant circle entries and intelligent attacking play. However, against the run of play, Bournemouth struck just before the interval, converting from a short corner to take a 1–0 lead into half-time.

Undeterred, Swanage & Wareham came out with determination in the second half. The midfield worked tirelessly, while the forwards pressed with intent and looked hungry for goals. Their persistence was rewarded when a slick passing move up the pitch was calmly finished by Alex Bailey-Sawyer, bringing the sides level at 1–1.

The final minutes saw Bournemouth apply pressure in search of a winner, but an outstanding performance from goalkeeper Leah Rutter and a resolute defensive unit denied three short corners in succession.

After the match, captain Ellie Meteau commented "It was a performance built on teamwork, with every player contributing to the result which is an encouraging sign for the season ahead".

Bournemouth (V) 5 - 5 Swanage & Wareham (II/III)

A combined 2nds and 3rds Swanage & Wareham ladies team also ventured to Bournemouth at the weekend for a friendly match in preparation for their league start next week. Despite being 3-2 down at the break, Swans rallied to bring the final score to 5-5 with Liz Solomon scoring 4 goals and Yaz Unsworth one.