Vale arrived at RWB short in numbers and in stature. Having only 13 players, we dropped a number 8 and borrowed a fullback. Hopefully our own fullback will be fit again soon as we really miss that control at the back.

First Half

RWB 12 – Vale 0

RWB had the advantage of the wind in the first half and used it well. Vale were certainly competitive, but with the wind advantage and numerous penalties, we were kept pinned in our own half. RWB scored one well worked try which they converted and one rather scrappy try after some good Vale cover defence, where it was difficult to see which side actually had the ball.

RWB 26 – Vale 5 (14 – 5)

Now playing with the wind we hoped we could turn things around. We got off to a bad start letting RWB through far too easily for a converted score.

We quickly replied with a try down the wing courtesy of one of our loan players. All the loan players in this game really tried their hardest and helped make a game of it.

We then started to play some good rugby, kicking the ball well. One such move almost resulted in a try but for a slightly too enthusiastic hack which saw the ball go dead. Another similar attack saw us maul our way over, where our scrum half was extremely upset not to have been awarded a try. The ref said held up and despite going close from the subsequent scrum, the moment was lost.

RWB had the final say with a well taken try and an excellent conversion in very difficult conditions.

In summary RWB were good for the win, but the score line flattered a little. The whole of our team never let their heads drop and continued to battle it out till the final whistle

Well played to RWB and thanks for the loan players.

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