CLEVE RFC’s first preseason game saw our senior squad take on St Mary’s at the Hayfields.
It was a great contest from both sides, with Cleve winning 38-17 in an absolutely packed ground!
Head Coach Paul Vinicombe said: “It was fantastic to see a mix of our established players, graduating colts, debutants and returning players pull on the maroon stripes and blow out the cobwebs!
“The game was far from perfect but wow, am I excited for what the future holds?
“Everyone in the match-day 25 took their chance with both hands, and has left the coaching team with some serious selection headaches.
“We want to say a big thank you to St Mary’s, who provided not only an enjoyable, hard-fought game but were a great craic in the bar after!”
It was also great to see the Hayfields packed with supporters cheering us on: we can’t thank them enough and can’t wait to see them again. Steve Bateman