Winning in the Rain
Bannockburn Valkyries 12 – 15 Perthshire Women
Perthshire rally to regain lead in final play.
Perthshire made the short trip down the A9 under heavy skies and the threat of torrential rain – a huge difference to the warm, sunny conditions experienced so far this season.
The game kicked off with uncontested scrums from the start at the request of Bannockburn. With one new start in the Perthshire front five too, both teams were able to focus on other areas of the game.
The first 25 minutes were very close with effective attacks and excellent defence from both teams. Perthshire had been focusing on counter rucks in training and this contributed to the first score with a turnover by Kirsty Binnie leading to a try from Heather McKenzie. The first half ended with some sustained pressure from Bannockburn who were unlucky to miss out on two scoring opportunities due to knock-ons in goal.
Halftime 0-5
The start of the second half was also closely contested, but Bannockburn took the lead with a try and conversion. They scored a second after a tap penalty and some good handling.
Perthshire really started to take control of the play and scored next. Rihanna Lindridge, making her debut, got the pass away. The ball was moved nicely along the line to Cathy Lambie who scored on the wing. It was all pressure from Perthshire in the closing minutes, and with an attacking scrum, Heather M picked up from No. 8 and scored in the corner to take the score to 12-15 in the final play. We love it when a plan comes together….
An excellent game for both sides and thanks to Bannockburn for their hospitality afterwards for Scotland v Tonga. We wish them well for the rest of their season.
Forward of the Match – Claire Rae
Back of the Match – Eilidh Paterson
Player of the Match – Alex Ward
The team have a break this weekend before a Leith visit the North Inch on Sunday 8th October for the last match before the league split is confirmed. Perthshire have already secured their place in the top half of the draw, currently sitting second in the table.
