On downside first of all: Tackling was generally poor - especially in the first half Bedford's fourth try on the stroke of half-time was shocking - Nose conceded a penalty in Bedford's 22 and then stood around whilst Bedford took a quick tap penalty and scored under the posts. The final try, having defended brilliantly to keep Bedford out, was an overthrown lineout on our own 5m line and the guy scored unopposed.
On the positive side: A four try bonus point for the first time in the league this season Very little kicking away of possession Simon Hunt's penalty and conversion kicking Generally entertaining game
Two puzzles: 1) I was fairly sure that Simon Hunt successfully kicked a penalty but it was not awarded (no complaint from the players) 2) For Bedford's second try, a poor Bedford clearance in terms of ball contact, went into touch. I saw no Moseley touch, but the lineout was awarded to Bedford who subsequently scored. (Again, I saw no protest from the players)
An entertaining game in the sunshine, where the Mose performance delighted and frustrated in equal measures.
First the negatives. Giving a side like Bedford so many easy points is only going to end in tears. I felt we worked so hard for our points all afternoon but handed them some on a plate. Too many missed tackles first half and the quick tap try Bedford scored from their own 22 was unforgivable. The players seemed to be half asleep. The try from the overthrown line-out at the end was all the more disappointing given that the players had worked so hard to defend our line in the run up to it. I thought they'd done the hard part.
That said 4 tries is always welcome and I thought we showed the attacking impetus and flair we hinted at in the last home game against Leeds. There were some very good performances - I thought Tom Stephenson in particular looked especially dangerous throughout.
Other points of note.
Good crowd today - Bedford brought a very healthy number along and they were vocal throughout. Must say I thought some of them needed a quick tutorial on the offside rules - I think they wanted our defensive line off the pitch behind the in-goal area on some occasions!
Re: puzzle number 1. The Simon Hunt penalty - it looked over to me and I think those around me thought the same but I will accept the officials had a better view of the angle.
Re: puzzle number 2. I was beginning to question my eyesight given I'd stayed off the refreshments today, but thank you Mark for confirming I wasn't alone - I didn't think we got near to charging the kick down. Their player seemed confident enough it had got a touch and claimed it as the ball went into touch but I was surprised when it was given - spot of successful kiddology methinks.
Strange performance from me as well Mark. My usual routine to arrive at Billesley half hour before the match - slow pint before the game & if not sitting in stand, always stand the end Moseley attacking.
Last game of the season today - bought the wife to use a spare ticket - arrived so late missed the first Moseley try, but saw the great conversion from Hunt. As never had a pint wasn't comfortable first half - my spot was packed with Bedford fans (well done to Bedford who must have bought several hundred)- I thought Moseley tackled reasonably well at close quarters - but three of four first half Bedford tries ran in from distance so something wrong somewhere.
Still upset with wife coz of late arrival - I refused a beer during the first half, as she felt it acceptable to go to the bar - building my general feeling of unrest. I also thought Simon Hunt kicked that penalty - but more so from Hunt reaction after drilling ball & a call of 'well done Hunty' from a player behind.
Moseley had 2 tries & Hunt had spilled a difficult offload from Robinson a few metre short which could have been 3. So Moseley were in touch when it felt they shouldn't have been. That try for Bedford right on half time from deep in own 22 was a big disappointment.
Nipped to bar at half time - queues so long - gave up. Second half I felt things could go so wrong & we could have a real anti-climax with a heavy heavy defeat. But a massive positive about this Moseley team is that they never give up- are tenacious and always(ignore Leeds away) give all for us supporters which is usually enough to stay in games & give us hope.
Bedford started to make errors & Moseley building pressure & points with 2 more tries - Ollie Robinson outstanding - Ben Pienaar really excellent on last appearance. Another big dip, when wife arrived back from the bar with another pint for herself - 2-0 to women who wasn't showing enough interest in the match.
I did enjoy the free flowing game & credit to Moseley for staying with a team trying to reach the Premiership- this is a tight league & so many teams can beat each other.
Really enjoyed season, despite so many what ifs - well done U Moseley boys. Match finished in disarray when I am advised we have to visit sister in law! - managed a cheeky Guinness before leaving.
Strange performance from me as well Mark. My usual routine to arrive at Billesley half hour before the match - slow pint before the game & if not sitting in stand, always stand the end Moseley attacking.
Last game of the season today - bought the wife to use a spare ticket - arrived so late missed the first Moseley try, but saw the great conversion from Hunt. As never had a pint wasn't comfortable first half - my spot was packed with Bedford fans (well done to Bedford who must have bought several hundred)- I thought Moseley tackled reasonably well at close quarters - but three of four first half Bedford tries ran in from distance so something wrong somewhere.
Still upset with wife coz of late arrival - I refused a beer during the first half, as she felt it acceptable to go to the bar - building my general feeling of unrest. I also thought Simon Hunt kicked that penalty - but more so from Hunt reaction after drilling ball & a call of 'well done Hunty' from a player behind.
Moseley had 2 tries & Hunt had spilled a difficult offload from Robinson a few metre short which could have been 3. So Moseley were in touch when it felt they shouldn't have been. That try for Bedford right on half time from deep in own 22 was a big disappointment.
Nipped to bar at half time - queues so long - gave up. Second half I felt things could go so wrong & we could have a real anti-climax with a heavy heavy defeat. But a massive positive about this Moseley team is that they never give up- are tenacious and always(ignore Leeds away) give all for us supporters which is usually enough to stay in games & give us hope.
Bedford started to make errors & Moseley building pressure & points with 2 more tries - Ollie Robinson outstanding - Ben Pienaar really excellent on last appearance. Another big dip, when wife arrived back from the bar with another pint for herself - 2-0 to women who wasn't showing enough interest in the match.
I did enjoy the free flowing game & credit to Moseley for staying with a team trying to reach the Premiership- this is a tight league & so many teams can beat each other.
Really enjoyed season, despite so many what ifs - well done U Moseley boys. Match finished in disarray when I am advised we have to visit sister in law! - managed a cheeky Guinness before leaving.
Another visit from a team in the play-offs, showing why they are in the play-offs. At least this time it took all of the first half for them to get the bonus point, rather than 16 minutes.
There were many bright spells in the second half (again, once the game was lost), mixed with fewer errors.
2013 has summed up the season. We were better than Doncaster and Jersey, competitive with Rotherham, Plymouth and Scottish, shipped early tries against Leeds and Bedford. Bristol weren't quite good enough for the play-offs, and that game showed how narrow the margins are within the division.
Nice crowd reaction to Shaggy's departure, fully deserved by a player who has always given his all.
Yet another game where dissopointed with result but not the performance as a whole of the team. They lost mainly as a result of lack of concentration, bad lineouts and sloppy play by a Captain who should know better. Don't thump someone right in front of the Ref. Buster deserved his Player of the Season award. Good choice. The "16th" man did it's bit. (Played everyone.) Agreed the Bedford Fans played their part as well. Why can't we get 2 coach loads (or even one for that matter) of fans to a game? Anybody got any answers/ideas? Enjoyed the season. WHAT DO I DO NOW??? Have a good Summer everyone. See you next season. Come on you Mooooose and Mose Fans.
Post by welshexile1963 on Apr 21, 2013 6:07:06 GMT
We lost yes but the boys went down fighting. A good game of rugby to watch in near perfect conditions. The boys gave 100% and you cant ask for more. Roll on next season, when are the season tickets going on sale?!!!
Really enjoyed the game, atmosphere and the Blues fans input too - mind you they went a bit quiet in the second half as Moz clawed their way back. I really thought it was there for the taking but not to be. As we all agree to give teams of Blues standing "4" tries is never a recipe for controlling a game.
A view. Maybe, while we may have ambitions towards the Premiership, this seems realistically some way off to be in anybody's mind seriously. My wishes for the near future is that the team can play as they have done in 2013 - despite 4 losses to end the season - and maintain a healthy mid to top 4 position, matching most teams and delivering more victories than defeats. That would make me very happy. Mr Maggs and crew will frown on this attitude and as he has said all coaches and players have ambitions (as we know to our cost). We have read about the problems that seem to be mounting for Notts and London Welsh on matters financial. I know that the Management will not over commit our finances so I will be quite happy to move along at a pace that does not stretch our finances. With a higher average league position in future years we will hopefully be able to hold onto players for longer and develop a strong squad with pace and flair that will bring the gates in.
Lee's "subtle" comments about the need for sponsors hopefully reached the ears of those in attendance in the bumper gate who have routes to such riches and maybe stage 2 of the development of the new stand and facilities will be a stepping stone and fillip to urging the club on.
By the way, thanks Lee for the new sign at the sports centre entrance, very smart!!!
Really enjoyed the game, atmosphere and the Blues fans input too - mind you they went a bit quiet in the second half as Moz clawed their way back. I really thought it was there for the taking but not to be. As we all agree to give teams of Blues standing "4" tries is never a recipe for controlling a game.
A view. Maybe, while we may have ambitions towards the Premiership, this seems realistically some way off to be in anybody's mind seriously. My wishes for the near future is that the team can play as they have done in 2013 - despite 4 losses to end the season - and maintain a healthy mid to top 4 position, matching most teams and delivering more victories than defeats. That would make me very happy. Mr Maggs and crew will frown on this attitude and as he has said all coaches and players have ambitions (as we know to our cost). We have read about the problems that seem to be mounting for Notts and London Welsh on matters financial. I know that the Management will not over commit our finances so I will be quite happy to move along at a pace that does not stretch our finances. With a higher average league position in future years we will hopefully be able to hold onto players for longer and develop a strong squad with pace and flair that will bring the gates in.
Lee's "subtle" comments about the need for sponsors hopefully reached the ears of those in attendance in the bumper gate who have routes to such riches and maybe stage 2 of the development of the new stand and facilities will be a stepping stone and fillip to urging the club on.
By the way, thanks Lee for the new sign at the sports centre entrance, very smart!!!
Although completely understanding the reasoning behind team selections for the Bedford game, and no slight at all on the efforts of the lads we put on the field, I can't help thinking on reflection if we'd put out our strongest side we could have ended up the season on a high. Bedford's were clearly rocking and the half a dozen or so lads missing could have made them pay. Would have been sweet retribution for the opening day thrashing over at GR. Missed opportunity I think.
Post by kingsheathlad on Apr 22, 2013 16:37:18 GMT
Don.t you think Bedford had nothing to play for after getting the try bonus to ensure the qualification for play offs. It was similar to the Leeds game. Having said that the lads never gave up and played with pride and passion
Hi Studley, Waller, Mason, Evans, Day, Hughes, King,. Realise that some of the DR boys may have been unavailable or there may have been injuries we didn't know about. However when I saw the side I did think that it was a selection for a dead rubber. Thought it was a shame because that Bedford side were beatable. Just my opinion of course.
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