Injuries and absentees hinder Wisbech as they fall to Diss RFC in Counties 2 Eastern Counties League clash.
Wisbech Rugby Club faced a challenging away match in the Counties 2 Eastern Counties League against Diss RFC.
Wisbech was off to a flying start when Jon Johnson showcased his flair with an extraordinary individual try from the halfway line. The club’s leading point scorer successfully converted his effort, putting the Men in Red ahead with an early seven-point lead. However, Diss quickly found their rhythm, responding with a converted try to level the match at seven all.
The away side, buoyed by their smooth reply, pushed forward. With a series of strong carries, the Men in Red progressed into Diss territory. Colts scrum-half Archie Upton seized an opportunity to score with a determined dive on his first-team debut, and Johnson’s subsequent conversion extended Wisbech's lead to 14–7.
Diss, however, turned the tide before the break, scoring converted tries and finishing the half strongly with a 26–14 lead. In the second half, the home side maintained their momentum, quickly adding another converted score within the first ten minutes, putting the Men in Red under pressure.
Despite being down 33–14, Wisbech showed resilience. MJ Wright powered through the defence to score, and Johnson converted, but it was not enough to swing the momentum. Diss added a final score with five minutes remaining, sealing a conclusive 40–14 defeat for the visitors.
Post-match, Director of Rugby Leonard Veenendaal acknowledged the challenges faced, stating, “They gave us a lesson in taking chances.” He praised the young players stepping up and noted the impressive half-back combination of Upton and Johnson.
Wisbech’s 1st and 2nd XV will now enjoy a two-week break before returning to action on 14 April, when they host league leaders Cantabs in a 1st XV and Wildcats double-header at Harecroft Road.
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