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Medway 16 Colchester 23: Regional 1 South East match report

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Medway were left to rue wasted opportunities after a 23-16 Regional 1 South East defeat at home to Colchester. Two first-half chances went begging which could have proved the difference and head coach Taff Gwilliam admitted the misses are proving costly. “Colchester are a well balanced team with a dominant scrum and powerful runners off it," he said. "We defended really well for long periods but failed to look after the ball when we had our own opportunities. "We need to learn the lessons soon.

We have the ability, but momentary lapses are killing us.” In breezy conditions Medway played into the elements first and Colchester were soon on the front foot, controlling field position and pressing the hosts' line.

The first score did not occur until 20th minute when Medway were caught offside at the ruck and Colchester kicked the three points.

Medway then had two excellent chances to score against the run of play, but poor ball retention let them down. And with the Colchester scrum dominating, the visitors were soon on the offensive again.

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