Penryn RFC

Penryn Ladies were on the road again for a big derby game, travelling to Bude Ladies, who are the only other Cornish team in the league. With key players missing today, Penryn Ladies were forced to play people out of position. Penryn Ladies received the first kick off, gathering it well they set off up the pitch, only to be met by a solid Bude Ladies defence.  After this Penryn Ladies knew they were in for a tough afternoon.  Penryn Ladies went through the phases well and got within 5 metres of Bude Ladies line. With one last push Penryn Ladies piled over the line for the first try.  Penryn Ladies were caught offside on several occasions, which in turn allowed Bude Ladies to gain good territory but Penryn Ladies defence stood strong. Penryn Ladies crossed for another try before half time making it 0-10. Injuries forced Penryn Ladies into more changes at halftime.

Penryn Ladies kicked the ball deep into Bude Ladies 22 at the restart. The game carried on where it left off with both teams making massive hits. Penryn Ladies forwards were overpowering Bude Ladies pack in the scrums, giving the backs good attacking ball. As time went on Penryn Ladies were getting better and better, with the backs running great lines and creating space.

Penryn Ladies scored a further 6 tries making it 0-44 at full time. The score doesn’t reflect the determination of a good Bude Ladies side making it a tough game.

Forward of the match this week went to newcomer Maariyah Najeeb (Marz) making her debut for Penryn Ladies putting in some great tackles.  Back of the match went to Annie McKelvey who ran some beautiful lines scoring 4 tries today. Well done to all the team smashing effort by all!

Penryn Ladies secure another victory, with plenty to work on at training ready to face Devonport Services Ladies at home next weekend.

Try scorers - Clare Mathews, Steph Trapp, Lauren Chenoweth, Annie McKelvey and Claire Thompson.

Conversions - Frankie Rickard and Annie McKelvey.