THE COACH’S REVIEW
Well done today, everyone. Cup games bring a new challenge, and we rose to it with real intent. Whatever is in front of us, we
have to play the game we are capable of playing — and I think we did exactly that. We now look ahead to the next block of
games before the next cup tie, with plenty of opportunities for boys to get back on the field and play our way as a group.
The support from those not included in the match-day squad was massive today, too. It says a lot about the attitudes and
commitment within this group, and the bigger picture of what we want to achieve. Thank you to everyone who was able to
make it and support the team. It goes a long way, particularly after a tough week of having to make those selection decisions.
Tamworth were worthy opponents, but we played the brand of rugby that is increasingly becoming our identity. We are
moving the ball with swift precision and intent, and that is difficult for opposition teams to deal with. Ultimately, though, it starts
with our willingness and energy to stop the opposition at source and deny them the chance to play the rugby they want to
express.
The try-scorers deserve their plaudits for finishing those opportunities, but our energy and enthusiasm come from our
defence. Jude and Shay were a nightmare in the opening half, continuing their theme of hunting as a pair. Atti was
devastating with ball in hand up front, while Stan, against his former club, tackled and cleared rucks as he always does.
We cannot overlook the hits that set the tone in the opening 25 minutes. Jude was a close second for player of the match, but
today’s Man of the Match was Harvey — a complete man mountain who reminded Tamworth that their loss is very much our
gain