East Grinstead RFC endured a tough and disappointing afternoon as they suffered a heavy 14-71 defeat at the hands of a well-drilled Old Ruts RFC side. From the outset, the visitors displayed superior cohesion, skill, and execution, taking full advantage of every opportunity presented to them.

The match started with promise, but early handling errors and defensive lapses allowed Old Ruts to gain momentum quickly. Their clinical finishing saw them rack up points at a relentless pace, punishing every mistake made by the away side. East Grinstead struggled to find their rhythm, and despite moments of attacking intent, they were unable to consistently break through the well-organized Old Ruts defence.

Despite the scoreline, East Grinstead did show glimpses of what they are capable of towards the end of the match, crossing the try line on a few occasions. However, these moments were too few and far between to mount any serious challenge. In contrast, Old Ruts played with confidence and ruthlessness, exploiting gaps in the defence and capitalizing on turnovers to extend their lead throughout the match.

Ultimately, Old Ruts were the better team on the day, and their performance fully deserved the emphatic victory. For East Grinstead, it was a frustrating and humbling experience, highlighting areas that require improvement. The squad will need to regroup, learn from this performance, and look to bounce back stronger in the upcoming fixtures.

A tough day at the office, but the team will look ahead and refocus on the challenges to come. Onward and upward.