Red-hot Colts too good

Date published: 09 November 2012


RUGBY UNION: OLDHAM Colts got the better of their Wigan counterparts, 31-8, in a comprehensive away performance.

It was Oldham’s seventh successive Raging Bull North-West League victory.

The visitors hit the ground running and dominated proceedings.

Their work was rewarded with an unconverted try from forward Zac Strudwick, who capped a flowing team move.

Centre Matt Brearley extended the lead with a solo effort, before wing Ellis Heliere added the extras.

Oldham were still firmly in control after the interval, despite missing a number of clear opportunities.

Second-row Lewis Wilcocks was man-of-the-match, courtesy of a tireless performance.



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