Well would you believe it! There was
another Matlock Blue Boys game on Saturday and what a game!
Coach Chris Loeber sent the following
late news item to the VP Editor for circulation:
"The second’s entertained National
League side Sheffield Tigers second string and produced a sensational
performance.
Matlock 2nd 37
Sheffield Tigers 2nd 15
Our opponents from National League side
Sheffield Tigers warmed up like internationals – had we bitten off more than we
could chew?
The answer was an emphatic “No”.
Aggressive at the breakdown and clinical in possession Matlock produced a
stunning first half performance. Sheffield simply could not live with Matlock’s
pace, accuracy and support. They were stunned and blown away.
In previous weeks Matlock’s backs had
provided the cutting edge but this week it was a total 15 man performance with
backs and forwards interpassing and totally bamboozling their illustrious
opponents. It was 25 – 0 at half time. It doesn’t matter who scored – the
entire 20 man squad was magnificent.
Inevitably Sheffield came back into the
game in the second period but Matlock were never threatened and ran out
comfortable 37 – 15 winners.
Phil Braund was voted man of the match
but, in reality , it could have been any one of the Matlock players.
The challenge for the seconds is to
keep this excellent form going. This will be tested this Friday evening when a
strong Belper development team visit the Meadows for a 7.30 kick off. Rugby and
a pint - could you think of a better way of spending your evening.
Matlock 2nd’s ; James
Waterhouse, Mark Thornley ( Harry Hunt) , Harry Boyd, Mike Gunter ( Adam
Gallagher), Marcus Bolam; Chris Buckley, Chris Perry (capt); Conor Laughnane (
Dave Ball) , Harry Stephenson, Daz Smith ( Tom Neville ) ; James Painter ( Adam
Twyford) Matt Fenton, Ollie Beesley, Phil Braund, Rory Cookman.
Chris"
Yours in Matlock Rugby
David
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ASHBOURNE 1ST XV 12 MATLOCK BLUE BOYS 12
Only one senior fixture this week to report on with the Blue Boys
coming away from their nearest neighbours with a strong second half performance
to earn a draw.
Both 'Scoop Hooton' and 'Paparazzi' Baker submitted their reports
and photos below:
Next Saturday the Blue Boys play Spalding in a rearranged game at
Cromford with a 2.15pm kick off.
A combined 2nd and 3rd team will play our friends from down the A6
Belper on Friday evening at Cromford Meadows kicking off at 7.30pm.
So come along to both games and support the Blue Boys.
VICE PRESIDENTS LUNCH – 4TH MARCH
I would ask those who have not booked or indeed paid for the above
event to do so as quickly as possible. There are a few places left for this
extravaganza.
Please contact Ian McCluskey to avoid disappointment. His contact
details can be obtained from the attached booking form.
Don’t forget those quality donations for our wonderful raffle and
auction!!!
90TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION DINNER OF MATLOCK RUGBY CLUB
Bookings are going well for this fabulous event which will be held
at The County Hall, Matlock on Saturday 1st July at 7pm. The evening
entertainment will consist of:
Champagne and Canapé Reception
Sumptuous Dinner
Live Band
Celebrity Rugby Guest (tba)
All at £50 per head and our beautiful ladies are made very
welcome. Tables of 10 are available.
Dress code will be black tie or lounge suits (dress to impress)
If that is not impressive let me tell you that Jepo and his lovely
wife will be flying over from Italy to attend this quality event.
Yours in Matlock Rugby
David
