Another visit to Westcliff Ladies RFC

On Sunday I went to see my second game of ladies rugby union. This turned out a comfortable win for Westcliff Ladies, beating Dartfordians 61 – 10.

It began evenly, and was tied 5 - 5 after a quarter of an hour. Then Westcliff got into their stride and the tries came aplenty.

It was an enjoyable match to watch, especially with a daughter scoring a try, and two nieces also on the field. If the ladies had kicked better the score would have been even more impressive. As it was, in their first season this is to date their biggest win.

Afterwards, in the clubhouse, they, most touchingly, dedicated their victory to me. This as acknowledgement of my health issues, my being there was an achievement itself. I hope to go again, and soon.

Poppy, Julian, Maddie, Loren and Hope in the clubhouse after the game

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On Sunday I watched only me second ever live game of rugby union, and the first one involving ladies. Almost a quarter of a century ago I watched a game in The Gambia between their national side and the crew of a Royal Navy ship (I really cannot recall which).

I watched Westcliff Ladies play their first ever league game, an affair that saw them lose 43 - 5 to Pulborough (who benefited from having greater experience).

It was enjoyable though, particularly as I had four family members playing for Westcliff: a daughter (Loren), and three nieces (Grace, Maddie, and Poppy)

It was a beautiful day, and I will certainly try to catch another game this season.