Full - Time Report Lost 32-17

[gary]

May sound strange but we could have won that game.

We were dominant for about 15 minutes in the second half when we were 18-17 down and after a long period of possession Greg King lost the ball about 15 meters from their line. We were on top at that stage and, if we had scored, who knows? We must cut out our errors - too many passes thrown away, balls lost in possession.

If we can cut out our errors and play a 'safer' game we can get through the playoffs. If we make as many errors as we did today we will be in trouble.

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[Mr Steve]

How was it then watching on Pirates TV ? Worth the money ?

[gary]

Coverage was excellent - very professional. Started well before kick-off with information on both teams and covered the warm-up routines of both sides. Cameras on the halfway line and pitch side, instant replays etc.

Very fair commentary - even admitting that the Ellery breakthrough I referred to had not been forward. They commended Moseley and admitted that at 18-17 down Moseley were really up for it and had come to play.

Worth every penny of the £15. Obviously not as good as being there but a terrific alternative. I watched Moseley instead of Ireland and I think I made the right decision.

Having watched this and reading some of the recent message board postings re the Moseley 'product' I fear we are way behind many of the Championship sides.

Having said all this the team put in a terrific effort but we need to cut out our unforced errors which are costing us dearly. We need some 'ugly' wins in the playoffs.

[studleyken]

Went to the match and during the 1st 20 mins thought I had made a big mistake and that we were in for a right roasting, but then it changed. The lads woke up and started to play, and how!!! at 18-17 we could have gone on to win. It was in our hands. Ollie had gone into the slot to drop a goal at a time when we had a penalty advantage but we could not get the ball out to him and the opportunity was lost. It relived the pressure we had been putting on the Pirates and shortly after that a mistake gave them a try which they added to just before the end of the game with the help of the ref and linesman who both missed what I thought were 2 forward passes. The score flattered the pirates performance but it did show the difference between a fully proffessional team and a semi pro team. Our lads looked to have run out of steam with about 10 mins to go compared to the Pirates, as a result of putting in such a tremendous effort. If they can play the play-offs games with that level of effort and commitment (but less mistakes and turnovers) they will keep us in the Championship.
Although they looked shattered at the whistle, it did not stop them acknowledging us travelling supporters, which was very much appreciated.
All in all it was probably the most enjoyable away game I have been to this year, (probably ever in fact). The Pirates club were very welcoming, (their pasties the best I have eaten yet) and the Moseley fans, especially the ones I travelled with, the best company possible. It was also nice after the match when many of the players and Moseley Club officials made it their business to thank us for our support and ask our opinions on the game etc.
Apart from the result I would rate it as a very good weekend spent with very good company.
Lets give the lads the best and most vocal support possible (whatever day the matches are on) during the play-offs.
Come on you Mooooose.