Henley Hawks were outmuscled by very strong opponents. Here is the numbers' game. See Tuesday’s paper for full report.
Competition: National 2 South
Score: Henley Hawks 22, Jersey 33
Henley Hawks player ratings:
15. James Comben 7 (some good moments)
14. Christoph Bart 8 (STAR MAN, made the most of his opportunities)
13. Danny Wells 6 (faded after bright start)
12. Ali James 7 (battled well)
11. Jack Shaylor 6 (did his job)
10. Tom Allen 7 (strong physical game)
9. James Gaunt 6 (solid enough)
1. Rowan Fuller 6 (fully committed)
2. Andy Dalgleish 6 (never had upper hand)
3. Alex Penny 5 (put under real pressure)
4. Jeremy Giles 6 (didn’t impose himself enough)
5. Dave Clements 6 (gave away try)
6. Tom Stradwick 6 (came close to try in first half)
7. Adam Holloway 6 (too quiet)
8. Matt Payne 7 (some good, some bad)
Replacements used:
16. Neil Baggett 6 (brief cameo)
20. Kenny Sewell 6 (grew into the game)
18. Ant Brennan 6 (reasonable effort)
17. Jim Hadfield 6 (filled in fine)
19. Barty Carsons 7 (made an impact)
Referee: Matt Carley (Kent) – 7 (competent display)
Entertainment rating: 8.
Highlight: The move for Christoph Bart’s first try.
Lowlight: Henley’s inability to change their game plan in the second half.
Form guide: Jersey will challenge for the title, while Henley could still be there or thereabouts.
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