Cross-Inspired Swans Edge Thriller Against Linchfield
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Buckingham Swans Whites Women's Rugby team maintained their sensational start to the season, but they had to fight tooth and nail to secure a dramatic 36-35 victory over Linchfield Ladies at the Buckingham Rugby Club.
The nail-biting, one-point triumph followed the Swans' clinical 33-5 win over Coalville Ladies last week, demonstrating that the team is in absolutely formidable form early in the campaign.
The high-scoring affair was a true test of nerve and fitness for both sides, with the Swans ultimately outscoring their rivals by five tries to four.
However, in a match where points flowed freely, it was a player recognized for her defensive steel that stole the headlines: Sarah Cross. The impactful forward delivered a superb performance, proving an immovable object in the Swans' backline and disrupting countless Linchfield attacks.
Her vital contributions, particularly in the closing stages as Linchfield pressed hard for a match-winning score, saw Cross deservedly named the Defensive Player of the Match.
The victory is a testament to the Swans' resilience and their ability to close out tight contests—a characteristic of genuine championship contenders. Despite conceding 35 points in a dramatic second half, the hosts kept their composure to hold on by the narrowest of margins.
The result ensures the Buckingham Swans Whites continue their momentum and remain a dominant force in the league table as the season progresses.
