Hornets 13 Clevedon 34
5th April 2003

Back to 1st XV fixtures Clevedon completed the treble over Hornets with five wing tries, which says a great deal for the style of rugby played this season. Clevedon welcomed back Christian Bushell who opened the scoring with an excellent try after a quick tapped penalty. Steve Johnson converted. Hornets got on the score sheet with a penalty. Clevedon's pack were dominant in the scrums and provided Tim Brooks and his young charges with ample possession, but Clevedon found it hard to break down a stubborn Hornets defence. Steve Johnson increased Clevedon's lead with a penalty. Hornets replied with a penalty to keep them in touch. Before the break a series of rucks resulted in Bushell getting his second try. Clevedon led 15 - 6 at the interval. Hornets came at Clevedon straight from the restart, but a dropped pass in midfield was seized upon and Chris Cates used his pace to score a superb try under the posts. Johnson converted. Hornets dominated the lineouts and their trademark rolling maul was effective, but Clevedon generally had it under control. A blind side break from a scrum by Johnson put Bushell in for his hat trick, which Johnson again converted. Hornets were rewarded with a converted try for their efforts, but Clevedon finished with an excellent try after a set move from a scrum and a long pass by the influential Brooks, put Cates in for a try in the corner. Match day photos can be found here Johnny H's photos can be found here Next Saturday the 12th April, Clevedon are at home to Torquay in the last league game of the season, kick off is at 3:00pm. On Sunday the 13th April, Clevedon at home to Barton Hill. The winner of this game will play Hornets at home. Back to 1st XV fixtures