With a anumber of key players missing to the school's indoor competition Marlow were unable to maintain their exciting brand of flowing hockey throughout this fixture, though isntances of great play were evident.
Tiredness and injury also played its part and mistakes in defence allowed Oxford to take advantage early on going into a 2-0 lead by half-time.
Marlow recovered some of their composure in the 2nd half and egan to string some passes together. A goal half way through from Amelia Barclay gave Marlow hope but efforts from Emily Howes, Ella Brown and Hannah Gilmour couldn't find their target.
Tired legs showed in the last quarter but Marlow hope to find their top form for the EH Cup fixture in March.