Pigs roasted by C & G
In C&G’s maiden match of ‘97 the boys proved that their Christmas holiday fitness programme had truly paid off. Our most brilliant play came in the first half when Forest Gate Police station’s "substantial" pack were overwhelmed by a fitter and keener side. The black and red of C&G dominated the breakdowns and our backs who’d had their share of Weetabix converted possession to points. Dave Gul’s inspired interception added a glowing five points to his two earlier penalty conversions.
Jim Sopper added insult to injury when he proved by way of a weaving deceptive run down the sideline that the police "fitness exam" was no more than a farce. Our backs continued to dominate play as Chris Mutter, strapping lad that he is, drew three men to hand Jim another try. The half time whistle came with the police wishing they‘d stayed undercover.
The second half was disappointing for C&G who struggled in the forwards against the sheer obesity of the oppo’s pack which was now being projected downhill. Despite three lard-over scrum tries by the "Couchon" we offered up one of the best combination tries of this year as our pack drove left and right for Chris to deliver a delightful run around try under the posts. Stick ‘em on a spit and roast them on open fire. Overall a resounding success.
