Saltash's clash at Moorlands Lane against their mid-table visitors ultimately hinged on forwards play.

The Ashes' eight were disorientated and lacklustre

in comparison with a well coordinated Hayle pack who came into their own in the second half. Yet, the hosts were leading 12-3 at the interval, after fly-half Todd Crofts had landed all his side's points, kicking three penalties in between periods of stalemate. In reply, visiting fly-half Josh Rule also landed a goal. The second half also had long periods where neither side seemed to be able to gain advantage, and Hayle only snatched victory in the last 15 minutes with tries from two forward drives. Prop Mark Prowse crossed in the 65th minute and, five minutes later, flanker Guy Pallett also went over to give his side the narrowest of victories by a single point.