BRISTOL LADIES RUGBY MATCH REPORT

2014-2015

 

 

 

 Bristol Ladies 2nd XV vs Saracens Ladies 2nd XV 

 

 

A spirited and gutsy performance saw Bristol Ladies 2nd VX fall to a 15 – 0 defeat to Saracens Ladies 2nd VX this afternoon.

 

Saracens put three tries past the Bristol team, the first at 12 minutes, second at 45 minutes and third at 68 minutes. Bristol had several chances to score throughout the game with periods of pressure in Saracens 22, although their accuracy at the line out let them down at times.

 
The work rate and perseverance was clear for all to see, and Assistant Coach Matt Belbin was very happy with the performance ‘It was great – so much Bristol spirit and pride on show. The girls made it difficult for the opposition and didn’t give anything away. There were some heroic tackles, players putting their body on the line, and I’m immensely proud of the team today’.

Forward of the match was awarded to May Campbell for her solid defensive play and generally being as disruptive and possible for the opposition. Polly Pearce gained back of the match for her consistent and effective tackles.

Team sheet:

 1. Natasha Doyle
2. May Campbell
3. Harriet Wilmot
4. Tara McGlade
5. Nat Lewis
6. Lauren Tracey
7. Jenny 'Chip' Fotheringham
8. Becky 'Boo' Belcher
9. Becky Cox
10. Polly Pearce
11. Lauren Santini
12. Tatyana Heard
13. Emma Lacey
14. Rosie Kells
15. Stacie 'Welshy' Jones
16. Jen Lander
17. Beth Turpin

BRISTOL LADIES: TRAVEL INFO FOR SUNDAY 21st SEPT 2014 

Home game against Saracens

Bristol Ladies host Saracens this weekend in their first home game of the season.

After a disappointing loss to Richmond away last week, the girls are more fired up than ever and can’t wait to get back out on the pitch and show what they’re made of.

Kick-off is at 3pm at the Portway Rugby Development Centre (BS9 2HS), although due to the Bristol Half Marathon, supporters may wish to make alternative travel arrangements as road closures are expected.

For those travelling via the M4:

·         Exit the M5 southbound to Junction 18 (Avonmouth).

·         Follow the A4 Portway to Sylvan Way until it is closed

·         Left onto Sylvan Way

·         Second right at the traffic lights onto Shirehampton Road

·         Carry on until the Mill House pub is on your left, and turn right onto Sea Mills Lane

·         Travel to the end of the road by the viaduct and park where you can

·         Walk to the Portway Development Centre via Hadrian Close

We look forward to seeing you there.

Match Report - Richmond 2nd XV vs Bristol Ladies 2nd XV 14092014

BRISTOL LADIES RUGBY MATCH REPORT

2^nd XV Richmond vs Bristol – 14^th September 2014

Bristol Ladies 2^nd XV fell to heavy 54 – 7 defeat at the hand of Richmond 2^nd XV this weekend, in their first fixture of the season.

Although the points difference is significant, the team took confidence from the performance and now better understand the challenge ahead in the Championship.

Debutant Harriet Wilmot (4) scored for Bristol in the 65^th minutes with Stacey Jones (15) kicking the conversion successfully.

Assistant Coach Matt Belbin spoke after the match ‘We’re not focusing on the score line too much at this stage. The girls worked well together, and it’s a promising and encouraging start to the season. Todays’ game was definitely a bit of a wakeup call, but we know that with a bit more structure and time together the team will gel and we’ll have a really strong and competitive side’.

Forward of the match was awarded to Lauren Tracey who was brilliant at the breakdown and made excellent attempts to carry the ball forward.

Back of the match went to Stacey Jones who stayed composed throughout the game, made good decision and defended well.

Team list:

1. Natasha Doyle
2. Trish Brown
3. Natalie Lewis
4. Harriet Wilmot
5. Louisa Steer
6. Lauren Tracey
7. Heidi Chapman-Mercer
8. Becki Belcher
9. Rhiannon Parker
10. Polly Pearce
11. Lauren Santini
12. Tatyana Heard
13. Jenny 'Chip' Fotheringham
14. Vicky Zaffiro
15. Stacey Jones
16. Beth Turpin
17 . Daneika Currie
18. Tara McGlade

Subs: Turpin for Brown, Currie for Santini and McGlade for Doyle