Rugby
Rich’s Review: ‘We showed great character’
After last week’s game at Twickenham, and the euphoria afterwards, no disrespect to Knottingley but Saturday’s game seemed as if we were playing in an allotment.
No cup final hangover for Bridlington
Following a great weekend at Twickenham, Bridlington found themselves back to work as normal, with a trip to Knottingley, who were hoping for a win or at least two bonus points, to move above Barnsley and off bottom position.
VIDEO: Twickenham in 12 minutes video
Bridlington RUFC enjoyed the biggest day in their history when they travelled to Twickenham.
PICTURE GALLERY: Bridlington at Twickenham video
Relive the memories of Bridlington RUFC’s day at Twickenham with this photo gallery.
TWICKENHAM: ‘We didn’t disgrace ourselves’
Speaking emotionally in the tunnel at Twickenham immediately after the game, Bridlington’s director of rugby Rich Girkin said: “After the first 20 minutes, Brighton looked like they might embarrass us, but we won the next hour comfortably.
TWICKENHAM: A display the town should be proud of
The disappointment of defeat was overtaken by the pride in being the first Bridlington team to play at Twickenham.
TWICKENHAM: Proud players regret ‘lazy’ first 20 minutes
South African full back Sizwe Zondo was outstanding as Bridlington tried to wrestle their way back into the game, grabbing two of his team’s three tries.
VIDEO: Two-try hero Sizwe Zondo video
Sizwe Zondo scored two tries at Twickenham as Bridlington lost 30-22 to Brighton Blues.
Brave Bridlington beaten at Twickenham
Bridlington’s big day at Twickenham ended in defeat, but not disgrace, as they were beaten 30-22 by Brighton Blues in the RFU National Intermediate Cup final.
VIDEO: Kick off at Bridlington Rugby Club’s final at Twickenham video
Brighton Blues get the game underway against Bridlington Rugby Club.
VIDEO: Bridlington Rugby Club walk out at Twickenham video
Bridlington Rugby Club and Brighton Blues head out onto the pitch in front of their fans.
VIDEO: Bridlington RUFC set off to Twickenham video
Bridlington RUFC players have left East Yorkshire as the club prepares for the biggest day in its 90-year history
VIDEO: Chairman confident ahead of Twickenham trip video
Bridlington RUFC chairman Gordy Morrice spoke to the Free Press before the squad left for Twickenham this afternoon.
Superb form ahead of Twickenham trip
Bridlington have made it clear - they are reday for the biggest day in the club’s history.
BRIDLINGTON RUFC: Great warm-up for Twickenham
Our objective was to put in a good performance and keep the good run of form. We made several changes, with Ryan Kerr and Ryan Girking returning fronm injuries and Will Davies from holiday. Zolani Faba started at prop in his last game before his return to South Africa, and Lee Warley came in to replace the unfortunate Gary Healey who picked up a training ground injury.
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Friday 24 May 2013
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