The final score of 47-5 reflected Greenock’s strength and skill in the backs. They had a number of strong and fluent runners, who had too much pace and skill for the EK boys. While EK had a few regulars missing and a number of players returning from absences of various kinds.

Greenock specialised in scoring from turnover ball, taking advantage after 3 minutes to score an unconverted try.

EK missed a penalty kick after 8 minutes and soon found themselves further behind when good linkages after a breakdown saw Greenock score under the posts. The kick made it 12-0 at half time.

The 2nd half got tougher with the visitors running in three unanswered try to lead 33-0. Despite this, the EK team kept working hard and were rewarded when Kenny Craig claimed a try following a penalty to EK, and when the ball was moved left, Craig barged over for the try. Score: 5-33.

Greenock claimed another two tries to round off the match 5-47. They played well. And your reporter can also confirm that the Greenock side are also an energetic group of rugby supporters. Greenock provided humourous, noisy, consistent and good natured and friendly support at a recent Warriors match. Ignore the doubting Thomases who complained about them.