On a gorgeous spring morning, earlier than anyone wanted with the clocks going forward, we met at Moorgate Avenue to play LSH, a team we hadn’t played for over 4 years. LSH looked like they had a big powerful set of players so our boys were mindful they’d need to shut them down fast to avoid momentum being gained. Kick …
A good tussle at Leigh
A hectic morning with loads of diversions to get us to Leigh! We (Jethro, Max and I) arrived just in time for the start of the game. Quick warm up and then the kick off. The forwards must have been paying attention the past few weeks, as they with great gusto dismantled Leighs defence. Their rucking was superb and although …
Bury Bested, Overwhelmed at Aireborough
Accomplished Performance against BuryRochdale 25 – Bury 5 Playing on the B Pitch in ideal rugby weather, and with Gary Smith taking time off senior team rugby to kindly referee for us, we set up as 2x 12 a side teams dropping the number 8. Two 25 minute halves were to be played with Rochdale opting to receive the ball …
Wins at Manchester & Heaton Moor
With fixtures away at Manchester Rugby Club kicking off at 10:45 and then Heaton Moor starting at 12:30, we split the teams and despatched the squad to their respective destinations. Perfect weather for rugby all round .. our match reporters Nick Foster & Chris Beavan. Manchester vs Rochdale Great Team Win in South Manchester The boys started smartly with good …