Fixture

After an early exit from the WRU Bowl, Bridge were pleased to welcome Bangor University who were looking to assess their squad for the coming season. Many thanks also to The Bulkeley Arms, Menai Bridge who sponsored the match ball.

Bridge enjoyed the best of the early exchanges and were rewarded when Sam Williams thundered over for the opening try. The students then enjoyed a prolonged period of pressure which culminated in a series of 5 metre scrums. Bridge were penalised several times, as they desperately tried to defend their line. Eventually the referee tired of the persistent offending and a penalty try closed the gap. Bridge then managed to attack the visitors and a strong run from centre Lewis Harrison brought a try. The half time score stood at 14-7.

The second half saw the home side managed to take a little more control of the game. Persistent pressure paid off and scrum half Gareth Parry snatched a close quarter touch down.  The final try of the game was undoubtedly the best; quick hands put prop Adam Goodwin in space down the right wing and, with a turn of speed cultivated by many seasons as a winger, he outsprinted the defenders for a fine try.

The final score was 24 - 7 and, in truth, both teams would like to improve their attack.

Bridge will be working hard this week, in preparation for their league visit to Pwllheli next Saturday. The students commence their BUCS league season this Wednesday, with the 1sts at home for a 2:00pm KO at Treborth against MMU while the 2nds travel to Bolton.