As games across the North West were called off due to frozen pitches Trafford MV were able to play as Didsbury switched venue to a 4G all weather pitch - it might have been better for TMV for the game to be cancelled. Didsbury started the game 2nd in ADM League 1 and bottom places TMV knew they were in for a long afternoon from the opening whistle.
The excellent playing surface suited the good running back line of the home team and they made the most of it. Tries came frequently for Didsbury and it was a 'backs to the wall' defensive display from the under dogs. Trafford are putting faith in their youth this season with hope that the 'tough love' will see these players learn from their experience to benefit in the long term.
The final score 75 - 12 gave little to TMV who picked up tries from No. 8 Micah Dyos and Fly Half Aaron Booth who also converted his own try. The first half had been fairly competitive with only 2 tries separating the teams at half time but the second half saw the score ramp up for the home team.
Trafford MV must now look ahead to a run of 3 home games against Broughton Park, New Brighton and Eccles which could determine their fate or fortune for this season.
Trafford MV are always looking to strengthen their squad with the addition of local amateur rugby talent - contact wilfdooley@virginmedia.com if you are interested in competing for a place in their playing squad.
Photo - Trafford MV pressing on Didsbury Try Line . Photo Credit to Ian Rogers
Dates for the Diary
Saturday January 24th - Mum's and Babies Day - Soft Play / Party Box / Meet other Club Mum's.
Thursday February 5th - Opening game of the 2026 Six Nations Championship between France and Ireland kicking off at 8.10pm
Saturday February 7th - England's opening game of the 2026 Six Nations Championship as they take on the challenge of a Wales team looking for a change in form - kicking off at 4.40pm
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.
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
