Dover Rugby Club

Dover returned from the festive break in fine form to produce an eight try romp over an out of sorts Faversham.
Against the wind and hill in the first half Dover started slowly and found themselves 3 points down after a string of unnecessary infringements lead to a kickable chance. On another day these penalties could prove more costly. With 15 minutes gone and in perfect running conditions Dover's backs started to show what they are capable of. After good driving forward play Marsh spun out a long miss pass to James who rounded his opposite number with ease to score in the corner. This was soon followed by a move involving 5 backs which ended with Dean going over in the same corner. Denning was next to cross the white wash showing a turn of pace after collecting the ball from the aggressive running Landman. Marsh converted to take Dover in to the break with a 17 - 3 lead.
Dover forwards now decided it was time to get in on the act. Tackles were being broken all round the park notably by Gill, Cherrington & Kimble. Good support play and off-loading lead to tries for May and on their come backs from injury Lucas & Le Finn. However the game finished with James and Denning both repeating their first half party pieces. A Charge penalty and 3 conversions rounded off the scoring.
Next week Dover travel to Folkestone where a continuation of this fine form will be required.

Reported by Wayne Matcham