Tribute Counties Western North: Wellington Chiefs 7pts, Dings Crusaders 2nds 91
Wellington Chiefs suffered a crushing defeat by Dings Crusaders in a one-sided contest at the Athletic Ground yesterday (Saturday).
The visitors, whose 1st XV play in National League One, underlined their strength in depth as they ran in a succession of tries to maintain their unbeaten start to the season.
The visitors wasted little time in taking control, opening up a 7pts-nil lead before extending their advantage to 26pts-nil after 22 minutes.
There was little respite for the Chiefs as Dings continued to dominate, making it 33pts-nil after 31 minutes and 40pts-nil eight minutes later.
By half-time, the visitors had stretched their lead to 52pts-nil, leaving Wellington facing an uphill battle against their powerful opponents.
The second half followed a similar pattern as Dings continued to pile on the points, moving 69pts-nil ahead before eventually increasing their tally before the final whistle.
To their credit, the Chiefs refused to throw in the towel and were rewarded with a consolation try from Jonny Clist, converted by Alex Davey.
Photos by Gill Paltridge.
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