When it was thought things couldn't get any worse for Trafford MV, in their battle at the foot of Lancs/Cheshire ADM 1, the rains came and the injuries flooded in. It was a tough day overall for Trafford in their first home game for a number of weeks, facing a good Aldwinian's side who were riding high in the league table. After having a dominant scrum in recent weeks, it was a different story against a big opposition pack, a situation made worse by the loss of Jack Gobbett, having suffered a blow to the mouth after 10 mins. Despite this set back and a struggling scrum Trafford managed the first 20 mins well in what was a even game at this stage.
Another set back came a short time later with full back Oscar Livings suffering a hamstring strain after 25 mins ending his game early. Aldwinian's pressure was starting to show and with Trafford struggling to stop their attacks on the gain line, scored a number of quick fire tries seemed inevitable ! Further injury issues were to come before half time as captain Andrew Clegg received an eye injury which meant he could take no further part in the game. Trafford had now used their complement of subs and were down to 14 men for the rest of the game.
With everything stacked against them in the second half Trafford MV showed great determination and spirit, Aldwinian's could gave scored plenty of tries if heads had dropped, but solid defence limited them to 4 scores with the final try was right on the whistle ending the game as a humiliating 0-50 home defeat.
Despite the heavy defeat positives could be found from a difficult day as every player gave their all and team spirit was high. Player of the Match for TMV went to Jimmy Craven who impressed with some hard carrying. Another notable performer was winger David Evans who positioned himself well and defended strongly under lots of pressure. Times are difficult when going through a tough run of results but recent performances have shown that team togetherness is good, and with a club emphasis on blooding young talented players in the team, things will improve.
This weekend see's a huge fixture as Trafford travel to meet fellow strugglers Aspull who are just a single point and a place above them in the table. A real focus on a win must be made to keep in touch with New Brighton in the next non-relegation spot. A win would be the best Christmas present for Trafford MV.
Photo credit - Ian Rogers
Photo - Aaron Fagan in the thick of battle
Dates for the Diary
We are now stocking a range of bottled ales as an option to the draught ales we have on the bar - we hope you will try these and make any request for ways we can improve.
Friday December 12th - Gallagher Premiership Rugby 7.45pm - Bar open early doors 5.30pm - bring your mates in to watch the Friday Night game.
Sunday December 14th - Sunday Carvery Food available Honey Roast Ham and Mustard / Buttered Norfolk Turkey Breast and Cranberry plus much more.
Tickets are now on sale from the Bar for our Christmas Party Night on Saturday December 20th at £10 each. Includes Food and Live Band. Limited Tickets so make sure you get yours early !
Saturday January 24th - Mum's and Babies Day - Soft Play / Party Box / Meet other Club Mum's.
Monday - Social Touch Rugby 7.00pm - New Players Welcome speak to Squidge for info or message Wilf
Tuesday / Thursday - Senior Men's ( Contact Jamie Butler at mensrugby@tmvrfcc.co.uk) / Senior Women's Rugby Training
Tuesday / Thursday - Teenage Girls Rugby Training 6.30pm
Wednesday - Walking Rugby for Over 50's and newcomers to the game - 6.30pm - New Players welcome. Contact wilfdooley@virginmedia.com
Saturday - Social Touch Rugby 9.00am - New Players aged 12 years and above welcome Contact Wilf Dooley 07771 913994
