ALCESTER picked up a losing bonus point at Old Leamingtonians as they narrowly lost 13-10 on Saturday in their Midlands Three West (South) fixture.
The home side had the better of the first half in scoring two tries, with the first coming in the opening ten minutes.
Ed Gough secured Alcester’s only points of the first 40 minutes with a successful penalty kick as Old Leams led 10-3 at half-time.
Visitors Alcester had the better of the second half but, despite a late try from Jamie Harland and Gough adding the extras, it was not enough as Old Leams slotted over a penalty kick to edge them to victory.
Second team veteran Dexie Derrick said: “It was not the result we wanted but it was well worth the trip over to watch and support our lads who played with great heart. Alcester were the better team over the 80 minutes and were unlucky.”
Unfortunately, the second team were unable to field a side due to injury and unavailability in the lead up to Christmas so forfeited their game against Bedworth 2nds and will not be progressing any further in the Warwickshire 2nd XV Cup.
On Saturday, both Alcester sides play Rugby St Andrews in their respective leagues. The firsts welcome them to Kings Coughton while the 2nd XV make the trip to Hillmorton Grounds.
