Eastbourne Nomads one step from lifting league title

In the earlier away fixture, despite having a strong squad, Nomads were convincingly beaten by Uckfield twos 27-12, but with the league on the line players were intent on finishing on top this time.

Attacking down the slope Eastbourne were making good advances into the Uckfield 22. They were tackling well, but poor discipline and low numbers at the ruck forced a number of turnovers/penalties and Eastbourne were kept out.

In contrast Uckfield were operating well at the breakdown and making line breaks with their big centres.

On 31 minutes an Eastbourne clearance kick was charged down on their 22 and a lucky bounce put it in the hands of a chasing Uckfield player for a converted try in the corner, 0-7 to Uckfield.

Fantastic to see Eastbourne youngsters in action.

Four minutes later after persistent pressure on the Eastbourne try line, Uckfield scored again close to the posts and duly converted to go 0-14 up.

Just before half-time Uckfield scored again out wide, this time unconverted to leave Eastbourne trailing Uckfield a considerable 0-19.