W050’s Match report by Captain Rhian Davies
The team arrived in Aberdeen by plane, train and automobile (eventually).
Fiona kicked us off against our first Opponents hosting the event Scotland with a tricky 0-3 loss, Rhian lost blinded by reverse angle boasts 2-3 fighting until 13/15 in the 5th, No 1 leader of the pack Helen with fire in her belly gave us a first class powerful 3-1 win. Lynne’s accurate serves and volley drops gave us a clean 3-0 win making it 2-2 in matches., Finally with Jill putting up a gallant effort trickle boasts galore losing 1-3.
Final score Scotland 3 Wales 2.
Second day with our National Anthem being played on the bagpipes and the sun shinning we faced Ireland. Fiona started us off strong with high serves and soft drops 3-0 win, Rhian’s fast pace and fitness was no match for her opponent winning 3-1. Technical and accurate Helen lost 2-3 to a quality opponent. Lynne’s Deceptiveness put the Scottish lass under pressure but the power came through losing 1-3, another 2-2 match conundrum. Experienced lob serve Jill gave her all, but unfortunately The Dragons roar was not heard with a 3-0 loss.
Final score Ireland 3 Wales 2
Last game of the tournament facing the English warriors with their strength in depth, accuracy and experience giving a 5-0 win with the Welsh wizard Helen taking the only game.
Final score England 5 Wales 0.
1st England
2nd Ireland
3rd Scotland
4th Wales
