Team
I think we all understand the significance of this game so I won't dwell on that other than to say that this is a great opportunity to move ahead of the chasing pack.
I feel we play better against the better teams so this game should bring out the best in us if we stick to the principles of:
- a tight 3/4 press to force the opposition to surrender possession in areas where it benefits us (I guarantee Newbury won't have come up against an effective press this year)
- get the ball moving through midfield as quickly as possible
Meet: 12.30pm in changing room
Start: 13.30pm
Celebrate win: 3.00pm
There are a few notable absentees this week (Richie and Jody are on their holibobs, Matt is at college), but we welcome back Liam after a few weeks out and Chedzey from semi-retirement).
Let's be up for it but let's also not let the occasion get on top of us.
Lastly, we also need to provide some umpiring assistance for the 4s game after ours so volunteers please step forward.
Men's 2sNewbury & Thatcham 2