Jamin Hodgkins and his Luctonians Rugby Football Club teammates defeated basement side Devonport Services 39 - 21 at the Rectory Field.
It was somewhat an arm-wrestle of an opening 40 minutes, with both teams keen on securing territory over a desire to throw the ball around, and it made for a tactical battle of wits.
Aiden Taylor wriggled over from close quarters to give the home side an early lead and while Luctonians replied twice before the break – through Jack Goodwin and Caleb Montgomery – there was no daylight on the scoreboard, Luctonians in front through Hodgkins’ boot.
And it was Hodgkins who came to the fore as the game wore on, the full-back enjoying a fine afternoon from the tee and with the ball in hand.
His contribution of 14 points was enough to nip Services momentum in the bud, and he played a key role in a number of Luctonians tries.
The source of all the scorers, though, was the back-row with open-side James Mear grabbing a brace, alongside a second for Goodwin.
Services Richard West also enjoyed an excellent game – scoring 15 of his side’s points – but his team’s wait continues for a first win of the season.
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