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Wednesday 14 May 2008

Match Report - 1XV v Cambuslang

The euphoria of last week evaporated at Cambuslang when the 1XV were well beaten by 33 points to 19 in their final game of the season. Okay, it was a meaningless fixture and we fielded a makeshift, lethargic side where in the backs, only Paul McCrorie played in his usual position. The pack saw Alan Brocket at No. 8, our first choice hooker, Graeme Reid at wing forward and a good wing forward – Jamie Holmes – at hooker.

Daniel Irvine, currently an U17 player made his 1XV debut on the wing despite not having played for the 2XV yet. Garnock were outclassed in the backs by a very useful Cambuslang threequarter line. Some of our regulars made more mistakes in this match than they have done all season.

Garnock were applauded onto the field by Cambuslang, but unfortunately that was all the plaudits they earned. The pack were on top, but as soon as the home side gained possession their backs ran riot. Gary Porter and Stuart Wilson, who has only missed one game this season were best. Paul McCrorie scored another trademark try. Sixteen year old Declan Goldie scored his maiden try for the 1XV. When he matures, and strengthens his defence, he will be a real asset. Chris Neill scored his fifth try of the season, and Kurt Jacobson converted two.

As mentioned, this was looked upon as a fixture which had to be fulfilled, but it is the first time for many seasons that we have lost three successive league matches. Our selectors must be a bit concerned that we do not have recognised replacements for stand off, centre or No. 8. We were fortunate this season that Gareth McCrorie, Michael Jamieson, Chris Neill and Ross Miller were almost ever present. Perhaps we will do some close season recruiting.

13 May 08

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