11th October 2009
South Gower 42 - Penlan 14.
Tries: Morgan Lucas (2), Ieaun Hulme, Luke Davies (3)
Conversions: George Grammenos (2), Morgan Lucas (4)
Following on from the Pontardullais game, the rain hadn't eased up. We started the game well, with players playing in new positions, adapting very well to work as a team. There was too much panicking sometimes when the ball was in hand as if it was a hot potato, which provided our backs with scrappy ball.
However, we started well, with Penlan having a lineout on their 22, they tapped back scrappy ball and Morgan Lucas picked up and broke through a few tackles to score a good try in the corner. George Grammenos kicked the conversion.
Next up was the try of the game. From a ruck, the balled was passed to Ieaun Hulme who fed Will Lucas out wide. Will got tackled 5 metres from the line but passed the ball to Ieaun who was looping around in support. Ieaun then raced over the line for a great South Gower try. Again, George Grammenos kicked the conversion. Some slack tackling and indecision's at the breakdown allowed Penlan to score their first try after some good work by their forwards which was converted. After the restart, Penlan put us under more pressure and were awarded a penalty 5 metres from our line. They tapped and ran through 5 poor tackles to score their second try which was also converted.
Half Time :
South Gower 14 - Penlan 14
We addressed our frailties at half time and we came out for the second half fighting. Lovely rucking from our forwards provided the platform for secure ball to our backs. Good handling got the ball to Luke Davies who raced away to score his first try of the game. Morgan Lucas kicked the extra 2 points. More of the same was to follow as we shipped the ball to Luke again early who used his blistering pace to round everyone and score his second try. Again, Morgan Lucas converted. Camped in Penlan's half as we were for this second period, Morgan Lucas made a great break and scored his second try of the game. Morgan then nailed the conversion.
Again, good work from our forwards provided the platform for Morgan to pick up and go on a run. Morgan was brought down a metre from the line but had the sense to pop the ball up to the supporting Luke Davies for Luke to score his third try. Morgan picked himself up and kicked his 4th conversion.
Final Score: South Gower 42 - Penlan 14.
This was a much better performance from last week as our forwards were more switched on at the breakdown. Some good passing and support set the standard for our performance, however, our tackling at times was poor and our inability to hold onto the ball without panicking was all too evident. Saying that, this was an overall good performance and a good win for the boys.
Players to mention:
Morgan Lucas: In only his second game, Morgan showed he is picking the game up quickly with several blistering runs and good kicking and tackling. Great game Morgan.
Ieaun Hulme: Settling into his new fly half role and performing with confidence. Passing was excellent and his tackling was even better !
Dylan John: Showed the aggression that goes with his size ! Good running, rucking, mauling and tackling from Dylan. Well done mate.
Will Lucas: Passed the ball well and made some nice breaks. Great thinking to offload to Ieaun for the try and great tackling throughout. Well done Will.
Luke Davies: Last seasons most improved player had a great game. Tackling was sound and his running was good. Popped up for 3 tries proving that when he is on top of his game then not many can touch him. Well done Luke.
We have Mumbles next week so we will be in for another tough game. Keep training and learning and i am sure we will be fine. Well done all.
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