Presidents XV 44 : Chairmans XV 5
A large crowd assembled for the annual Boxing Day Memorial match at
Sandy Park. Despite the scoreline, the two teams produced a fine open
game of rugby which was much enjoyed by the spectators.
The President's
team, captained by Matt Cole, contained a number of former Tavistock
players returning for the Xmas holidays and they generally had a bit
more pace around the park than the Chairman's team.
Simon Bawden dotted down the first try for the victors and although
this was matched soon after by a try from Tim Childs for the Chairman's
side, further tries by Gareth Mason and Alex Hudson gave the
President's men the lead at half time. The President's team scored
further tries from Lawrence Evans; Jim Dunsford; Duncan Law; Hayden
Biddle and a second from Gareth Mason but, despite periods of pressure,
the Chairman's team failed to get over the whitewash again. The
President's team brought on veterans Stan Staniland; Chris Greatrex and
Colin Abel among the numerous substitutions made by both sides during
the match, but referee Brian Barclay remained vigilant, to ensure good
order was maintained.
There was a lengthy post-match discussion in the club bar after the
game !!!