RUGBY UNION: Witney in Newbury stroll
Witney eased to a 14-6 victory against Newbury in South West 1 East at Hailey Road.
Two penalties from fly half Phil Thomas saw Witney lead 6-0 at the break, despite having lock Charlie Bennett yellow-carded.
Wing Arron Lambourne went close on 49 minutes, but Richard West’s penalty reduced the arrears for Newbury.
Witney’s sole try came on 62 minutes when prop Jamie Burke crashed over for 11-3.
Jack Muggridge kicked a penalty for Newbury, but Thomas’s drop goal sealed Witney’s win.
Fifth-placed Chipping Norton lost 12-6 at home to Chesham in BB&O League Premier Division.
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