Coach Matt Corker had a clear message for Canterbury Rugby Club’s squad after they came close to a sensational win: Be proud - just not happy.
National League 2 East frontrunners Esher remarkably haven’t lost since October, but they had to do it the hard way at Merton Lane last weekend as they came from behind to edge a 36-34 victory.
Corker reflected: “My overwhelming emotion was how proud of the lads I was. “I will be honest, I always expect us to win because I think we’re a really capable group. “When we’re at our best, we’re a real handful for anyone. “This was possibly the first time against the top five we showed our best.
We wanted to score first and our first try was just sensational. I’m not taking anything away from our defensive performance, either. “My overriding message to the players was: Be proud - but don’t be happy.