Everything went somewhat surprisingly well as we enjoyed a lovely day out in Bristol. With the weather holding out fabulously we were able to arrive without delays, enjoy some lunch in the park, spend a couple of hours training, head out to North Bristol Rugby Club (which was very busy) for a couple of matches and get everyone back to the airport in time (even if the Nordies had to get a taxi – sorry ladies!).
The matches were great contests and much valued experience and preparation. The SW Saxons weren’t as strong as normal which allowed us to work through some moves and patterns, finishing up with a satisfying 9-0 win. The Welsh were much stronger and gave us a good reminder of the step up in pressure and intensity. We held it close until half time, but the back to back games took it’s toll after the break with the Welsh ending up victorious, something like 6-1
Thanks to so many people for organising this and to us for getting 18 players across the water for a work out day out.
