Cardiff Triumph in St. Athan Tournament
Cardiff University started the year in style with victories over London University and a Camarthen All Stars Team at St. Athan.Cardiff were convincing victors in the opening match against London. The match had been expected to close, with both teams expected to challenge for the BUSA title, however London arrived without important members of their starting seven. Cardiff were always in control, at one point leading 9-2, before London restored some pride in the final quarter.
Final Score: Cardiff 10-5 London.
Cardiff Scorers: M.Taylor 3, Hinder 2, C.Taylor 2, Eastmond 2, Hadlow 1.
Cardiff started slowly against a Camarthen side featuring old boys Phil Jenkins and Nick Murch, as well as UWIC's Carl Wyatt. At half-time Camarthen led 8-4. However the third quarter saw Cardiff produce the sort of comeback that has been their trademark in recent years. 6 unanswered goals saw take control of the match. before cruising to victory in the fianl quarter.
Final Score: Cardiff 13-9 Camarthen
Cardiff Scorers: Hadlow 4, C.Taylor 4, Blythin 2, Crayford 1, Newcombe 1, Hinder 1.
London defeated Camarthen 14-12 in the final match.
