NORTH Petherton 1st XV claimed their first victory of the season in South West 1 West on Saturday, 50-17 at home to Matson.

There was also a maiden win for Bridgwater & Albion 2nds in the Somerset Premier, as they triumphed 17-12 at Tor.

In Somerset 1, Morganians were edged out 34-26 at home by Crewkerne, while North Petherton 2nds suffered a 66-7 loss at league leaders Bristol Harlequins.

And in Somerset 2 South, Bridgwater & Albion 3rds lost 43-10 at home to Wiveliscombe 2nds.

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Dave “Silent” Williams Shield
First leg
Blake Bears 66, Butleigh 56

BLAKE Bears came out winners in their second game of the season.

Butleigh arrived short of players, so in true Sunday sprit two sides were made up and the game was played in front of a good crowd.

Showing speed, skills and superb set pieces, the forwards enjoyed many a well-contested scrum, while Jeff Thompson made some great runs up the middle.

The try scorers were L. Williams (3), M. Winter (2), L. Hucker (1), C. Crompton (2) and J. Thompson (1).

Bears’ next game is away to Somerton this Sunday, October 15 (1pm).

Anyone who fancies a game (age 17+) can contact Neil Baker on 07854860975.