Hoppers lose in final
06-05-2013
‘JOHN BURGESS’ LANCASHIRE CUP FINAL SEDGLEY PARK 28 PRESTON GRASSHOPPERS 24 Hoppers failed to retain the trophy at a sunbathed Sedgley Park on Bank Holiday Monday in a close encounter where the lead changed hands 4 times. The conditions were perfect for open running rugby but, not for the first time this season, Hoppers found […]
Westoe Match Report
05-05-2013
Preston Grasshoppers v Westoe 04.05.2013 by Josh de Kooker Hoppers came away with a deserved 67-31 win over Westoe at Lightfoot Green. The home side dominated possession and territory throughout, with their forwards in particular making dents in the visitors’ defence throughout and the backs showing off their slick handling skills. The first try came […]
8 in county action
03-05-2013
Saturday 4th May sees 8 Preston Grasshoppers players called up for senior county action for both Lancashire and Cheshire. Lancashire’s squad to face Durham at Hartlepool Rovers includes 7 of this years 1st XV squad, 6 in the starting lineup and 1 on the bench. Gareth Gore, Ally Murray and Dominic Moon are rewarded for […]
2nd XV Cup Final
02-05-2013
The second team play their final game of what has been another arduous but ultimately impressive campaign. Their outstanding league record was not rewarded with the championship but on Saturday they travel down to Wilmslow to face Caldy in the final of the Raging Bull Cup. It has been a testing week at Lightfoot Green […]
