Berkhamsted Rugby Club marked their entrance into the RFU-affiliated leagues in Counties 3 Herts/Middlesex with a spectacular win over UCS. This thrilling match not only marked their debut in the league but also established Berkhamsted as a formidable force, securing them a well-deserved second-place position in the league table after Week 1.

From the opening whistle, it was evident that Berkhamsted was determined to make a statement in their inaugural RFU-affiliated league game. Their powerful forwards dominated the scrums and set pieces, providing the platform for their backs to showcase their skills.

The energy of the day was evident for both teams as the referee was taking no prisoners with his cheese slices, seeing one player from each team being sent for a 10 minute sit down after a bit of backchat, as well as another UCS player to the bin for a cynical knock-on...

This rugby clash between Berkhamsted and UCS will be remembered as a riveting encounter that marked the beginning of a promising journey for Berkhamsted in the RFU-affiliated leagues.