Hope Valley RUFC

Hope Valley V Trafford MV
Saturday 16th February
Report By Robert Mortimore

There have been many new faces in the Valley squad in recent weeks and today was an important day for the new and old to show their team work and skill to hopefully carry on their positive team performances.
Valley started the game with the bulk of possession and superb handling on the ball and solid strong tackles coming in from all areas of the pitch.
Unfortunately it was Trafford who scored first with a converted try but no-one could deny the home side’s hunger and strength and on their own line minutes later they showed true grit to hold off the oncoming surge from Trafford.

The away side then picked up more points with a try but failed to convert. Valley needed to keep their heads up and concentrate to get back into the game and minutes later Dave Warren crossed over the line for Valley’s fully deserved first try. Straight from the ensuing kick-off, Tom Hodgson made a blistering run through the ragged defensive line to score another try! Half time and 12-10 to Trafford MV.

The away side came out strong at the beginning of the second half and scored another unconverted try after Valley failed to clear properly from their 22. However, this prompted Valley to step up their effort and Mel ploughed through for a converted score. The game was finely balanced at 17-17 when the Trafford no.10 capped a fine individual performance with a drop goal.

Valley were working flat out down the slope pushing for the win and with five minutes left, strong defence led to Scott Torrance grabbing an interception and racing 60 yards for the winning try.
A fine end to a great team performance from Hope Valley!

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