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Fine win boosts Vale
After the disappointment of the performance against Lymm last week, Vale of Lune bounced right back with a fine performance to win 24-7 at Sandbach. It was a victory that boosted Vale’s league position and thrilled their travelling supporters. From the kick off, they dominated the game, refusing to allow their talented opponents too much time to build up moves. The Vale forwards were in control throughout and as a result, the highly rated Sandbach backs were rarely in the game. Fergus Owens... more
Table topping Lymm ease to victory
Vale of Lune’s recent runs of successes came to an end at Powderhouse Lane on Saturday when they were beaten 25-8 by league leaders Lymm. In the end, the champions elect were good value for their win, but they were made to fight all the way by a Vale side that never really captured the true form of more recent weeks. Two tries, a penalty and a conversion gave the visitors a 15-0 interval lead. But soon after the restart, prop Andrew Sutcliffe powered over for a fine try and when James Hodder... more
Vale win battle of the defences
Vale of Lune 8-6 victory over second in the table Northwich has helped them jump another place in the league. It was an excellent win over a side that had thrashed them 41-5 earlier in the season and much of it was due to a stubborn and brave defence. For long period Vale were under pressure, but they they never wilted and prevented the opposition from scoring a try for the first time this season. There is no doubting Northwich are the best side Vale have played this term and the players all... more
Training at the Vale tonight.
Training at the Vale tonight Thursday 18th February, not at the College. Steve Swarbrick Read More →
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Sporting dinner tickets
The next popular Vale of Lune sporting evening is on Friday 19th March when England cricket selector Geoff Miller will be the guest speaker. As usual Sky TV’s John Gwyne will be the master of ceremonies. A few tickets, costing £3o, are still available from club secretary... more
Keith Etherington
Lymm RFC is mourning the death of one of its former Presidents and long serving member, Keith Etherington who died on March 1st. A popular member of the Cheshire club, Keith will also be remembered as a highly regarded and popular referee. Keith was a gentleman in every sense... more
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Semi-Final of Northern Division of National Cup
Vale Junior Colts v Doncaster Junior Colts Sunday 14th March The Vale of Lune Junior Colts having beaten Consett up in Durham now face another difficult task in having to face Yorkshire rivals Doncaster. This will be played at the Vale with a 2.30pm K.O. Support... more
County president will be the guest
Lancashire RFU president Clif Barker will be a special guest at Vale’s game against Tyldesley at Powderhouse Lane on Saturday. It promises to be a great match against old and friendly rivals. Please note that the game will kick off at 3pm as will all of the rest of... more
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