Crickhowell RFC - 14

Trefil RFC - 3

IN atrocious conditions courtesy of Storm Brian, Crickhowell battled Trefil and the elements on the weekend to slide into third position.

Despite the downpour, a large number of both home and away supporters gathered at the ground.

Prior to the kick-off, a minute’s silence was held for Crickhowell resident Clive Summers, who would have been proud of the performance of his grandson, full back Harry Summers.

Trefil had the opportunity to take the lead early on through a penalty, but the high winds and rain meant their effort missed the mark.

With a very slippery ball, knock-ons and dropped catches from both sides were the rule of the day.

Crickhowell were often denied ball due to the efforts of the powerful Trefil forwards, but determined defence from both forwards and backs prevented the visitors from carrying the ball over the try line.

Crickhowell winger Rhodri Boggust finally opened the scoring after receiving a long pass. He skirted past his opponents to touch down. The try was converted by outside-half Tom Keane.

Trefil slotted over a penalty just before the half-time whistle to make it 7-3.

The second-half continued in much the same vein with the Crick forwards’ strong tackling halting Trefil’s efforts.

Following a quick break, full-back Harry Summers used his elusive speed to cross under the posts and seal Crickhowell’s win. Keane converted.

Coach Gareth Bowen was full of praise for his team’s efforts and said, "We fought hard in the right areas and ran the ball at the right times, well done to everyone involved and to the Crickhowell faithful for their continuous support.”

The woeful weather meant that only two games were played in Crick’s league on Saturday, but their win saw them attain a much healthier third place.

Next Saturday, Crickhowell are away to Trinant RFC at their Conway Road ground.