Rhyl 22 Abergele 9
RHYL claimed local bragging rights at the weekend with a 22-9 victory against under-strength rivals Abergele at The Waen.
With the visitors arriving without a full complement of front row forwards, the match was played with uncontested scrums which contributed to a scrappy opening, as Gele took the initiative with a pair of early penalties.
Just before the break winger Jack Hughes crossed over in the corner, converted by Rhodri Carlton-Jones, who added a penalty to give Rhyl a 10-6 lead at the interval.
A strong spell saw Rob Tilley and Rhys Edwards add to Rhyl’s lead, but Gele fought back to prevent any further scores and shut out the chance of a bonus point win, adding another penalty to round off the game.
Rhyl travel to Mid-Wales next week to play Cobra and Abergele welcome mid-table Denbigh, with both matches kicking off at 2.30pm.
ASPIRING whistle-blowers can take their Level 1 coaching qualifications at a referees coaching course at Rhyl Rugby Club.
The coaching session, which runs from 9am until 4pm on Sunday, March 11 at the Rhyl RFC clubhouse on Vale Road, costs £20 per person.
Further details and application forms can be obtained from David R Davies on 02920 822420 or at davidrdavies@wru.co.uk, or from Marcia Harding on 02920 822419 or email mharding@wru.co.uk.