RFUW

MATCH REPORT

SENIORS

EAST MIDLANDS 21, NORTH WEST 14

On a gloriously sunny day, Melton Mowbray RFC was host to 3 regional matches, 1 Senior womens and 2 girls matches, U18s and U15s.  The summer-like weather brought out quite a few supporters to watch the games.

After last week’s defeat, East Midlands Seniors were determined not to let it affect this week’s performance.  North West kicked off the first half and East Midlands met this with some excellent play in the first 10 minutes.  Scrum half, Cathie Burke scored first with centre, Simone Shepherd converting the try which increased East Midlands’ already high team spirit.  East Midlands kept on the pressure and saw Full back, Clare Riddell make a searing run through North West’s defence, beating the full back and scoring a try under the posts which she also converted.   

Half time score – 14-0

The second half saw North West start with more pressure on the East Midlands team which resulted in a try by No. 8, Anna Goatman which was converted by full back, Rachael Thomas.  East Midlands made some substitutions to refresh the team and cover injuries.  Flanker, Clare Robinson then scored East Midlands’ third try which Clare Riddell again converted.  A temporary lapse in concentration saw North West’s Rachel Finnan intercept an East Midlands’ pass and run in their second try which Rachel Thomas again converted.  North West kept the pressure on for the last 5 minutes which saw them camped on the East Midlands 5 metre line,  however,  stout defence and courageous tackling meant they were unable to cross the try line before the final whistle.

Final score – 21 - 14