14/05/2026
On Saturday 9th May, Bromyard 1sts took on Newport Salop 2nds in the North Midlands Cup Plate Final, held at Worcester RFC.
The boys prep before game had been sharp, but they knew they were in for a tough game having previously played Newport Salopβs 2s last season.
The game started off very physical from each side, but it was Newport who crossed the line first before the Bromyard lads came back into the game. With quite similar playing styles, the score stayed tight with the half time score tied at 14-14.
The start of the second half went well for Bromyard with another score and a penalty to open up a 14-24 lead. This looked to be opened more again with a lie out maul being driven over the line, only to be ruled out by the officials as they hadnβt seen a grounding. This seemed to spur Newport into action again and they stated breaking the defence of Bromyard again and flooding through to score two more tries out wide. With conversions missed, this left the final score at 24-24.
While both teams set to carry on to extra time, the officials checked the rules which unfortunately listed a draw as being decided by most tries scored, making Newport Salop victors for 4-3 tries scored.
This was the final game of the season for BRFC and a final play for one long serving team member, James βFishβ Mitchell who has been a fantastic addition both on and off the pitch. A massive thankyou to James for all of his time his commitment to the club! π
This ends the season for Bromyard seniors and with the 2nds winning their league, 1sts finishing 6th in their league after promotion and runners up in the Cup Plate final, things are looking strong for the club. Next season the 2nds have been accepted to move into the RFU league structure which is a massive boost for the club and 2nd team.
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