Southwold 0 - Wellingborough 15

In high winds and freezing temperatures on the east coast it was the home side who adapted to the conditions much better than the visiting team. Southwold had the advantage of the strong winds in the first half
but despite having an equal share of possession were unable to break down a solid Wellingborough defence. Both sides were fully committed and scoring opportunities were at a premium. Wellingborough possibly had the best chance midway through the half when Southwold lost possession on their own line and when Wellingborough spun the
ball wide only a crunching tackle by Anna Harrision prevented a possible score. This continued with over 5 tries being disallowed as the ball was held up, by the Southwold side.Both teams continued to pressurise an early breakthrough when Southwold were penalised in their own 22 metres and following a couple of lineouts in quick succession Wellingborough forced their way over for the second try of the first half .

Second half, immediately from the restart Southwold created possibly their best chance of the afternoon with a good passing movement only to be penalised at a crucial moment. Play was beginning to become more rugged and feisty with the referee issuing several lectures to both sides for high tackles. The Wellingborough fitness was beginning to show and Southwold began to lose some discipline and conceded and easy try. Despite the result, Southwold can come away knowing they played their part in a fiercely fought and compelling contest. Considering they lost 45-0 to that same team 2 weeks ago, things are starting to come together again for the team.