Trafford MV secure crucial 24-22 win against Aldwinians

On a perfect day and in front of a packed touchline Trafford MV managed to secure an excellent home win against Aldwinian’s in a crunch relegation battle.

The win saw Trafford move up 2 places and away from immediate danger but with 3 games to go there is still a lot to do to ensure safety.

After a tight opening 20 mins Aldwinians kicked a penalty to ignite the game 0-3. Trafford upped their forward game and from a line out on the left a good catch and drive saw Craig Collier get the touchdown and captain Pat Eccles converted to nudge TMV ahead 7-3.

The game was very tight and Aldwinians managed to slice through the MV defence to score under the posts and convert for a half-time 7-10 lead. 

Heavy pressure came from Trafford to compensate for a yellow card for Craig Collier and this saw James Webster breach the visitors defensive line and slip a pass to Pat Eccles who scored and converted 14-10 as the lead was exchanged again.

Aldwinians responded as a loose kick from defence saw the ball run back at MV and a try in the left corner and a missed conversion making it 14-15. It looked as if Aldwinians were taking the advantage as they came again with a well handled try down the right, converted 14-22.

Trafford were not giving up on their task and a good attacking move saw Luke O’Shea hit a good line which saw his power and pace split the defence to score under posts Eccles converting 21-22. Were TMV going to be the despondent losers again – no not this time!.

As the game entered the final minute the under pressure Aldwinians defence conceded a penalty which Pat Eccles confidently put between the uprights to secure a much needed home win 24-22.

Trafford now head to Aspull on Saturday for another crucial game against fellow strugglers, but this time with confidence and an up beat attitude. League results were

*Broughton Park 20 vs 20 Heaton Moor
*New Brighton 33 vs 51 Didsbury Toc H
*Tarleton 36 vs 21 Liverpool St Helens
*Trafford MV 24 vs 22 Aldwinians
*West Park (St Helens) 38 vs 17 Aspull
*Wilmslow 64 vs 0 Glossop

Trafford MV head coach Brian Collier is already looking ahead to the challenges that next season will throw at him and he is keen to hear from local players who feel they can contribute to his 1st XV squad and can challenge his current squad in a competition to make an impact in league rugby.

MV has excellent on and off field facilities including an excellent 1st XV pitch, great changing and shower facilities, players gym and physio rooms plus a fabulous friendly Clubhouse for players and supporters. If you are interested in making an impact with Trafford MV rugby contact wilfdooley@virginmedia.com and your interest will be followed up.