Clevedon 34 Taunton 28
23rd November 2002

Back to 1st XV fixtures Both sides on a wet pitch tried to play open rugby from the start and Taunton took the game to Clevedon. It was Clevedon who took the lead with a try by Ashley Vailes, who finished off a counter attacking move from their own line, which Steve Johnson converted. Taunton hit back with a penalty. Clevedon soon got back in the driving seat with a second Vailes try. Taunton again showing plenty of spirit, hit back with a converted try. The game flowed from end to end, fine from a spectators point of view and it was Steve Johnson who went over in the corner to increase Clevedon's lead. Before the half time whistle Taunton kicked a penalty for Clevedon to lead 17-13 at the break. The second half was a replica of the first with good hands putting Anthony Fox in for a well worked try. Johnson converted. Clevedon kept Taunton in the game with a far too casual approach and complacency. Taunton again replied with a penalty but Clevedon raised their game and a slick handling movement saw Tom Thie go over in the corner. Clevedon went off the boil and let in Taunton for a try before Clevedon increased their lead with an excellent try by replacement Chris Cates. Taunton did not give in and replied with a converted try to keep pressure on a Clevedon team that did not do itself justice. Match day photos can be found here Additional photos from Derek Lilley can be found here. Next Saturday Clevedon are away at St.Ives. KO 14:30, coach leaves at 08:30, overnight stay. Back to 1st XV fixtures