Millbrook were first on the scoreboard, but by half time it was 18 – 12 to us thanks to tries from James Hammond and Will Marsh and a penalty and a conversion from Mark Hammond. Millbrook got a converted try in the second half to take a 18 – 19 lead, but we got the final score with a try from Will Wildman in the last ten minutes to secure the 23 – 22 win. They don’t come any closer.

Prior to the match there was an immaculately observed minute’s silence from the players and the spectators on the touchline in memory of Rob Burrows.

This coming Saturday we entertain second place Bognor in what is certain to be a tough game. The match kicks off at 14.30 to allow for the Ireland v England which has a 17.00 kick off.

Next Sunday is going to be a massive day at the Rec with Chobham bringing their U9, U10 and U11’s in four coaches. Matches will be between 09.30 and 11.30 and to follow straight after that with an 11.30 kick off is the final of the U13’s Hampshire Vase with us hosting Tottonians.

We also have the 3rd place play off in the U14’s Hampshire Vase when we take on Tadley Tigers – kick off is likely to be 13.30 for that one.