LEE Adams described Alvechurch’s defending against Brocton as “woeful” after Saturday’s 4-4 draw in the Midlands Premier.

The Lye Meadow outfit had previously beaten Brocton 4-1 twice in league and cup, but the manager felt his his side paid the price for a lack of focus at the back.

Gareth Evans bagged a hat-trick as Church lead the game 1-0, 2-1 and 3-2 at various stages of the game only to find themselves trailing 4-3 with ten minutes left.

With Ash Malhotra injured and Dan Platt not available, Adams drafted in goalkeeper Gary Price, the eighth custodian used by the club this season.

Brocton had two players dismissed late on and James Cosgrave ensured a point when he rose highest to head home in time added on.

Adams said: “I had warned the players before the game about complacency against Brocton but they clearly didn’t listen to me because we defended woefully.”

Alvechurch will be aiming to extend their four-game unbeaten run when they entertain Coventry Sphinx on Boxing Day (noon kick-off).

They head into their festive fixtures 12th in the league and Platt is set to return.