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Young Otters earn thrilling Cup win

NARBERTH Youth hosted Pwllheli in the first round of the Welsh cup on Saturday, January 29. Weather conditions were windy and the pitch was heavy from overnight rain and persistent mist and drizzle.

Any hope the home side had that the visitors long journey would result in a sluggish start were soon dispelled when Pwllheli scored first from a driving line out.

Narberth responded well and worked the ball wide before Shay Norcross went over. The home side scored again with the try of the match.

Excellent play from the forwards resulting in Charlie Phillips releasing Brad Cramb who finished with style. With Phillips having converted both tries, Narberth led 14-5 and seemed in control.

However, Pwllheli, with the elements in their favour finished the second half strongly scoring two tries and going into half time the North Wales team were leading 17-14.

In the second half, with the wind at their back Narberth expected to take advantage but resolute defence kept them out and despite dominating territory they were actually facing defeat.

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It took the last play of the game for them to finally break down the Pwllheli defensive line with Shay Norcross going over for a relieved Otters.

Final score, Narberth 19-Pwllheli 17. Narberth’s man of the match was nominated by Pwllheli who chose Cian Rogers for another powerful performance.

The visitors certainly enjoyed the encounter and they had a great sing song in the clubhouse after the game before departing for the long coach trip back North.

Report by Rob Nicholas. Photo by Myrddin Dennis/Elwyn Davies

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