Rosslyn Park 62 - 24 B&A RFC
Match report by Tony Pomeroy
A look at the league table would lead the neutral to forecast a comfortable home win, and so it proved. Rosslyn Park were in total control throughout the game monopolising possession and territory. Bridgwater stuck gamely to their task, even when reduced to 14 men in the second half following injuries to props, Damian Marsh and his replacement, Benn Norris. They were not allowed to bring on a replacement who could not prop and so played the final quarter a man short.
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Shelford 27 - 15 B&A RFC
Match report by Tony Pomeroy
Following the Somerset Cup match on Tuesday and the prospect of a long trip, Bridgwater could only muster seventeen players for the trip to Cambridge. New signing, Will Topps, made his debut at full back and looked an accomplished player. With Jack Kohler making his first start at scrum half, the side bore an unfamiliar look. To make things worse, Gavin Hancock felt unwell during the journey but started the game despite not being fully fit.
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Chard II 20 - 15 Dirt-trackers
Match report by Mike Berry
Skipper's inspired hat trick fails to save Dirt-trackers
The Dirt-Trackers travelled to Chard with some expectation following an earlier 53-7 victory over the same opponents at College Way. However, they were forced to make several changes from their normal line-up including positional alterations resulting in two forwards having to appear in the centre positions and had lost one of their other key players to club requirements.
However it was Albion who made the brighter start when Lang intercepted Chard’s first attempt to move the ball and make ground. The typical Dirt-Trackers’ forward drive took play near the Chard line but the home stand-off responded with an excellent clearance taking play up to half way. Excellent spoiling by Stanley and Hicks around the base of the scrum kept Chard on the defensive. Hobbs poached a Chard throw-in at the line-out but Albion lost the ball and Chard hacked it 40 metres to safety.
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B&A RFC Members £2.50 Pint Deal
From the 30th January, all pints will be £2.50 to paid up members and players only!!
To be able to claim your £2.50 pint, you need to show the bar staff your membership card when you order your beers.
We've avoided raising our bar prices for over two years, and during that time the brewery has incremented the price 4 times. We're raising our entire bar prices, but we still see this as a fantastic value for money offer for our members. Support Bridgy and get the round in!
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Bridgwater to host Cup Final
We are honoured to be asked to host the Somerset Cup final, to be played on Sunday 28th March - news is breaking at the moment, more details over the next few days. |
Taunton 10 - 7 Bridgwater & Albion Somerset Cup Semi Final
Match Report by Tony Pomeroy
This was good old-fashioned rugby played on a ground more akin to a paddy field. Although both teams changed shirts at half time, for most of the game it was impossible to distinguish between them. It is perhaps worthy of note that Taunton, wearing their white change strip for the first half scored all their points in this period whilst Bridgwater wearing their white change strip in the second half scored all their points during this time. Short of a miracle new washing powder, I cannot see either side wearing pristine white again this season.
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A Date For Your Diary
Saturday 27th March
Cancer Research are hosting a RACE NIGHT at the club starting at 1930
Bring along a crowd and buy a horse!
See if you can 'beat the bookies'
Entry £5 - cost includes a hot ploughmans supper.
Tickets available from behind the bar or directly from Carol Fishlock tel 01278 424083
Come and support this worthwhile charity and have some fun at the same time!
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Register Now! - Exclusive content only available while logged in
Yes, it's back! Registration costs nothing and allows you to view our exclusive articles. Under the Registered Member News page, we're proud to present Nicks Natter - a few words from Head Coach Nick Hill and Captain's Log - a quick chat with Captain Steve Hunt.
If you haven't got an account, just go to 'Registered User Login' down in the left column of this page, and click 'Create an account'. On the next screen think of a username and enter your email in the relevant boxes. You will then need to activate the relevant account by following the on-screen instructions.
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Celtic Evening !
Straight after the Henley match on Saturday 13th why not stay around to watch the Calcutta Cup (The oldest trophy in Rugby Union) on the big screen in the Trelleborg Lounge
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Straight after the final whistle follow on with a Pre St Patrick's Day disco featuring Ally Cats Disco until 11 - 00
Bar open 'till late
Food available
To celebrate St Patrick's Day early, Guinness will be £2.50 pint to everyone ! |
Albion's Delight at Roly's Cap
One of Bridgwater & Albion’s most loyal players James “Roly” Bryant is due to make his 250th 1st XV appearance for Bridgwater & Albion in their National 2 South league match at Shelford on 27 February.
This is a commendable achievement for the mainly tight head prop in these days of clubs experiencing ever changing personnel from season to season, yet Roly has ridden all of the storms to notch up this significant landmark in his 11th senior season with the club.
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BAR OPENING FRIDAY & SATURDAY EVENINGS
The bar will now be open to the public on Friday & Saturday evenings at 7pm onwards, Saturdays will be open to members and supporters from 1pm onwards.
Why not make B&A your first stop on the way into town or simply fancy a more relaxed bar?
We look forward to seeing you there!
Friday evening opening sponsored by HAVEN TURFING & GARDEN SERVICES (Call Bridgwater 420461) |
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