Luke Arscott makes his return from injury to start at fullback in Bristol’s match at Coventry tomorrow. In the club’s first game in two weeks following the snow- and ice-induced postponements, brother Tom is named on the wing.
Bristol Rugby coach Paul Hull has said the news that three of his stars have signed new contracts are a “big boost” for the club. Wayne Thompson, Junior Fatialofa and James Phillips have all renewed their contracts with Bristol Rugby, who are now building towards the crucial last stages of the league season.
It is a good time for head coach Paul Hull to assess his team’s recent performances and, more importantly, to try to secure the services of key players for next season, whatever it may hold, writes Ben Sturnham.
Bristol Rugby’s match at Moseley has been called off due to the Arctic weather. With temperatures falling below freezing, Moseley RFC have said their pitch is unfit for play.
The New Year was celebrated in fine fashion by a rampant Bristol and in front of a record crowd at the Memorial Stadium. Paul Hull’s men racked up five tries to delight the 7,000, slightly jaded supporters.
For the first time this season Bristol are on top of the Championship, leading Exeter by four points and will now, undoubtedly, feel in greater control of their destiny, with vital confidence gained by finishing the year at the top of the table.
The gap in the League is now only one point after Bristol’s convincing win over Bedford and it all adds to the drama for next week’s top-of-the-table Championship clash at Exeter. An away win would see Bristol go top of the table for the first time this year, what a Christmas present for all of the faithful supporters.
A sparse crowd witnessed an appalling, error-ridden spectacle, writes Ben Sturnham. For those who decided to stay at home in the warm, good choice – you did not miss much!
Ben Sturnham praises young Bristol’s efforts in recent weeks. As for England though, the same period can only be described as a disaster
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