Hemsworth RUFC v Pontefract RUFC 2nds

Match report Hemsworth RUFC v Pontefract RUFC 2nds, game played Saturday 04.02.17. at Hemsworth, kick of 2.15 pm. Hemsworth RUFC welcomed Pontefract RUFC 2nds for a club friendly game. Pontefract turning out a large compliment of their young bucks and a touch of experience to play a competitive Hemsworth side. The home side were quickly into their stride and with a sense of purpose picked up from the visitors errors, scoring two early try's on the wing and from the forwards. A push over try claimed by No 8 Scott Hawkins, converted by Liam Kay put points on the board for the visitors. A hands in the ruck penalty was awarded to Pontefract, Liam Kay kicking the goal. 12-10. The visitors moved play around, resulting in well worked try's from three quarters Rob Smith and Kieron Tucker. Kay kicking the extras. Half time score 12-22.
Fly half Liam Kay scored an early try and kicked the goal as Pontes forwards held the scrum. Hemsworth battled hard but opportunities continued to go the visitors way, a team effort finished off with a try from Kieron Tucker. Ponte continued to put the ball wide, Kieron Tucker, Stu Dedicoat going in for try's. Hemsworth held on and replied with two good try's. Daz Smith and Ben Jones adding to Pontes try tally. Final score Hemsworth 22 Pontefract 2nds 49. Both sides rang the changes during the game which benefitted all the participants. Hemsworth s winger scoring a hat trick. The game was played in good spirits with a competitive edge and a rousing ending. A return fixture is to be planned for Hemsworth to be welcomed at Pontefract. Pontefract 2nds are at home to Morley 2nds this coming weekend Saturday 11.02.14.