Oldham Ladies draw a thriller against high-flying Fleetwood

Megan Farnhill goes over for an Oldham try. Image courtesy of Tim Abram

Oldham RUFC Ladies faced off at home against Fleetwood Ladies, and drew a superb game 33-33.

Fleetwood are a formidable team who have won all of their league fixtures so far this season, by significant margins.

Coaches knew the meeting would be a challenge, but the 15 players fielded were more than ready.

With a good number of key players missing, the remaining Ladies stepped up to the fray with no complaint – special kudos to Kimi J and Libby Golland who took on the challenge of propping for the first time ever in their careers.

Also massive congratulations to Kate Seville and Heather Collinson Taylor on stellar performances in only their second-ever game.

The game was physical and closely fought from the start, and Oldham Ladies’ Emma Procter, Miya Burke and Meg Farnhill and Meg Hobin all added tries to their tally.

Fleetwood fought on valiantly, matching us try for try, in a game that finally resulted in a thrilling 33-33 draw.

Forward of the match went to Miya Burke who dotted down Oldham's first try, a very impressive three-quarter pitch dash, with just one boot on!

Back of the match went to Meg Farnhill for an impressive show of strength in both attack and defence.

Opposition’s pick also went to Meg Farnhill, with Kate Seville being a close second alternate for her strong tackling and great cover play.

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