Frome RFC firsts, a disappointing result but the team working really hard together
By Susie Watkins
15th Mar 2022 | Local News
The Frome RFC 1st XV welcomed Chippenham RFC to The Lane on Saturday, on a sunny but windy day.
With some wins under the belt and some recent good form, Alex Mallon's men looked to take the momentum into what was set to be a tough fixture at home.The game started well for Frome who were able to set phases of play together before Winger Henry Bull scored out wide, the kick unfortunately going just wide.
Chippenham's large pack gained multiple yards and field position, and it's wasn't long until there possession turned to points.Another try from the visitors saw them extend their lead.
A play straight from the training field saw Centre Dav Jones crash through chippenham's defensive line.A Penalty in front of the posts saw the visitors extend their lead just before the half time whistle.
HT: Frome RFC 12 - 17 Chippenham RFCThe second half saw Chippenham regain dominance and capitalised on some Frome mistakes and good control to see out the game.
Frome had several chances to get themselves on the scoreboard, with some good breaks but the opportunities went missing with passes not going to hand.FT: Frome RFC 12 - 37 Chippenham RFC
Player of The Match went to Flanker JJ Gagiano and Fly Half Dom Jones.Frome RFC Captain, Alex Mallon commented "It's a disappointing result, the players have worked extremely hard over the last few weeks, and the results have matched that. The performance in the first have showed that we have the squad to mix it with the best, unfortunately Chippenham were stronger in the second half and we leaked in some easy try's. We have a weekend off so will prepare well and regain that good form for our trip to Witney".
This Saturday sees Frome RFC take a break from league fixtures, but are in Cup action on Thursday 17th when they welcome Midsomer Norton RFC to The Lane in the Bath Combination Cup. Frome return to League action on March 26th when they travel to 6th place Witney.———————————————————————-
The Frome RFC 2nd XV were due to be in league action on Saturday but visitors Minety RFC 1st XV were unable to raise a side, meaning Frome gained the full 5pts. Elsewhere in Dorset & Wilts 1 North saw the results go Frome's way meaning they regain the top spot by a point, but still have a game in hand, which is due to be played this Saturday when they make the short trip in the rearranged fixture to Westbury RFC 1st XV.
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