In a thrilling climax to the league season, Witham Rugby Club delivered a commanding performance against Clacton, securing a decisive victory with a final score of 51-7. The match showcased Witham's attacking prowess and solid defense, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
From the outset, Witham set the tone of the match. Pete Thompson opened the scoring early on, darting through Clacton’s defense to touch down and give his team a 5-0 lead. Just moments later, James Catt doubled the advantage, with George Smith successfully converting to stretch the lead to 12-0.
Witham's momentum continued as George Smith himself found the try line, converting his own effort to push the score to 19-0. Clacton, however, refused to back down and fought back with determination. They managed to breach Witham's defense with a well-executed try, followed by a successful conversion, bringing the score to 19-7 as the teams headed into halftime.
The second half saw Witham return to the pitch with renewed energy. Ryan Brotherton quickly extended the lead to 24-7, breaking through Clacton's defense with ease. Arran Stanier then added his name to the scoresheet, making it 29-7 as Witham continued to dominate the game.
Rhys Howells added to the tally shortly after, pushing the score to 34-7. Stanier wasn’t done yet; he crossed for his second try, making it 39-7 and signaling a complete turnaround in dominance for Witham.
George Smith capped off a remarkable performance by scoring two more tries, one of which he converted, bringing the final score to an impressive 51-7. Witham's victory was not only a testament to their skill and teamwork but also a fitting way to conclude what has been a successful league campaign.
Witham's players and coaching staff celebrated a well-deserved victory, while Clacton showed resilience throughout despite the challenging match. As the season wraps up, Witham can take pride in their performance and look forward to future competitions with optimism.