Havant Rugby Club

Havant Rugby Club were beaten 12 – 13 by Guildford RC in the London One South league on 28 March. It was their fourth defeat in six games. After the Guildford game Coach Will Knight reflected on the disappointment of a slow start to the season. He put that down to problems in getting the squad assembled. Once the full squad was available the team has had the strength in depth needed to compete in the league. With just two league games left, Knight expects Havant to finish in the top six. James Read has now returned to America, giving his replacement, George Sutton, the chance to play in the remaining games.

At the time of going to press, Havant’s final London One South games of the season were against Cobham RC at Hooks Lane on 11 April and away to Chobham RC on 18 April. The result at Chobham could decide whether Chobham RC, currently second in the league, are promoted.

Havant Rugby ClubHavant’s last match of the season is the Hampshire Cup Final. The Final will be played on 25 April at Gosport Park at 3.00pm. Their opponents are Gosport & Fareham RC, also of the London One South league. Gosport & Fareham have home advantage, but Havant start as slight favourites, by virtue of their league position.

Coach Will Knight will then turn his attention to next season. Next season will be significant. There are plans for a major shake-up of the leagues for 2016/17. The shake-up will based on league finishing positions at the conclusion of the 2015/16 season.

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