sjg - you played a 3rd team with a couple of returning 1st/2nd team players which isn't that what merit league rugby is? Development and bringing players back in.
I can't see any mention about the tactics you guys had to play with constant high tackles and wrap around the neck. Even giving our fly half a broken nose with can only be described as a clothesline with every intention as you werenot getting your own way. If we had a different ref on the day, they would have been a few sinbins and a sending off. But he wanted the game to carry on as you were already getting a right pummelling.
We nearly beat you at your place with 14 players too, it's just a shame we were struggling for numbers like we have done all season. It's just good to see these players coming back and playing for the shirt.
Would like to know who this 'banned player' is too.
Good luck in the league next year, I'm sure we will be seeing you all again soon