RUBIES MATCH REPORTS
18/02/12
Rubies started the match with the first goal, but unfortunately were unable to capitalise on this despite good pressure from Rachael Coles at GK and Debbie Chapman at GD, but Claremont’s shooters were on great form quickly taking the lead 9 – 1 at the end of the first quarter. Due to an injury, the defense had to switch around in the second quarter with Lynne Cornish taking the court at GK and Coles moving to WD. Helen Martin worked tirelessly at centre, linking well with Emma-Jayne Brown, and both players making some good passes into the circle. However, Claremont’s taller defenders applied great pressure to Rubies, causing missed shots. The score moved to 15 – 5 at half time. Once again a slow start for Rubies in the third quarter allowed Claremont to extend their lead further going into the final quarter 24 – 9 ahead. The fourth quarter was much more controlled by both ends of the court for Rubies, with excellent defending from Cornish and Chapman allowing Claremont only 2 successful shots at goal, and meanwhile, with good short sharp passing between the centre court players and excellent back up from Chapman and Coles, Rubies started to play themselves back into the game. Excellent movement from Abi King and accurate shooting from Hannah Read allowed Rubies to reduce the deficit. Although Rubies won the quarter, it was not enough for the match, which Claremont won 26 – 18. Helen Martin received the player of the match vote.
11/02/12
Rubies met Quantock for the first of four games between Sydenham and Taunton netball clubs, on a chilly morning still awaiting their first win. They started the game well, with Lynne Cornish stepping in at the last minute to cover illness. She used her excellent foresight and movement to make several brilliantly well timed interceptions, linking well with Rachael Coles and Clare Tottle, to bring the ball down the court into the attacking end. Great centre court play from Helen Martin, linking both ends, and together with Emma-Jayne Brown, placing accurate balls into Hannah Read and Abi King in the circle. Rubies held the lead throughout the game, extending it every quarter to end the game and their first victory 34 – 27. Player of the match went to Abi King.
28/01/12
Rubies travelled to Dolphins in Stanchester for their first game in their new line up. The team started strongly with great centre court play and interceptions from Helen Martin, and great shooting from Hannah Read and Sandra Fry to take a good lead at the end of the first quarter. Dolphins fought back strongly applying pressure on Rubies’ attack forcing errors, to move into the lead at half time. Rubies worked well together, giving 100% throughout the game, but despite their best efforts, Dolphins pulled away to a 56 – 35 win. Rubies player of the match went to Helen Martin
14/01/12
Rubies first game of the New Year saw them travel to Yeovil to meet second placed Wyndham. Rubies knew they had a hard task ahead of them, and started in great form. Wyndham took a slight lead at the end of the first quarter 9 -6. The second quarter saw Helen Martin at centre and Georgia Edmundson at WD make vital interceptions and move the ball into the attacking third. Unfortunately, Rubies struggled against the height of their opponents and at half time Wyndham had extended their lead to 22 – 12. Changes were made in the third quarter with Sandy Hocking coming on at GK and Rachael Coles moving to WD, together with Debbie Chapman, the trio worked hard to thwart Wyndham’s shooters, and despite excellent interceptions, Rubies shooters still found it difficult to hit their target and Wyndham stretched the score to 31 – 14. Lynne Cornish came on at GS for the final quarter, and Michelle Martin at centre, and with fresh legs, Rubies began to make some headway. The quarter was a draw at 10 all and proved to be Rubies best, however, Wyndham won the game 41 – 24. The player of the match vote went to Debbie Chapman.
17/12/11
A well fought game for Rubies against Venus from Bridgwater NC. Rubies took a little while to get going and Venus took advantage of this moving into a 16 – 10 lead at the end of the first quarter. However, a better second quarter with good defending from Rachael Coles and Debbie Chapman kept the quarter very level. Accurate shooting from Abi King and Hannah Read despite the windy conditions, brought the score to 28 – 18 to Venus at half time. A disappointing third quarter for Rubies who struggled to cope with the wind as well as their opponents, helped Venus to extend their lead to 37 – 23 going into the final quarter. A more positive start to the final quarter, saw Rubies move the ball well into the attacking circle, with good movement and feeding from Emma-Jayne Brown and Helen Martin, and accurate shooting, Rubies scored several goals before Venus had the opportunity to do so. Sophie McDowell picked up loose balls in the defensive end, and Rubies capitalised on this to reduce the deficit, however, it was too late into the quarter, and Venus won the match 43 – 36.
10/12/11
A well fought game from Rubies with some great passing in and around the circle from Emma-Jayne Brown and Kerry Clark feeding Abi King and Hannah Read, however, Tone held a 30 – 17 lead at half time. Tone applied great pressure from the start and held the lead in each of the first three quarters despite Rachael Coles, who played out of position at GD for half the game, ensuring that the Tone shooters had to work hard for every pass and shot they took. Rubies put up a good fight, and had a great final quarter which was drawn, however Tone won the game 40 – 62. Rubies player of the match was Rachael Coles and the umpire vote went to Emma-Jayne Brown
03/12/11
Rubies met Claremont from Galmington and both teams began well, with positive passing throughout the court. At the end of the first quarter, Claremont had a small lead at 11 - 8. Rubies fought well during the second quarter, with strong work from Rachael Coles and Debbie Chapman in defence with many interceptions, and strong work from Sophie McDowell to bring the ball down the court. Accurate shooting from Abi King and Hannah Read brought Rubies to a 17 - 16 lead. A very level third quarter kept the score within one or two goals throughout the fifteeen minutes. Good work in the centre area from Kerry Clark and Emma-Jayne Brown, both players passing great balls into the shooters, kept Rubies ahead at 27 - 25. Claremont had a strong start to the last quarter and kept Rubies out of the game, pulling into the lead. Once ahead, Rubies struggled to keep up their pace, and tired arms began to throw weaker passes which were intercepted by Claremont who ensured they took advantage with excellent shooting to bring the game to a 40 - 32 win for Claremont. Rubies player of the match vote went to Sophie McDowell
15/11/11
Rubies had not played a competitive game for a few weeks when they met club colleagues and friends Sapphires. Despite great determination, Rubies were unable to get close to Sapphires whose shooting was very accurate despite strong work from Rachael Coles and Debbie Chapman. Rubies shooters were allowed limited space in the circle and the pressure applied forced errors. There was little that Rubies could do to prevent Sapphires from running away from the game, however, they continued to fight until the end of the match, which Sapphires won 55 – 26.
29/10/11
Rubies started slowly against Quantock from Taunton, but finished the quarter with better pace, but still behind by one goal 10 – 11. Rubies picked up their game during the second quarter, and with strong attacking play from Emma-Jayne Brown, finding shooters Abi King and Hannah Read with great swift passing and accurate shots, Rubies moved into the lead 21 – 19 at half time. A see-saw third quarter with both teams giving 100%, moved Quantock back into the lead going into the final quarter 29 – 30. Quantock increased the pressure during the final quarter, to which Rubies were unable to respond, and Quantock won the game 44 – 39. A good team effort by all. Debbie Chapman (GD), Kerry Clark (C) and Rachael Coles (GK) shared the player of the match vote, with Emma-Jayne Brown receiving the umpire vote.
15/10/11
Rubies travelled to Wells to meet Swans who are proving the team to beat in this division. Rubies worked hard and enjoyed a good game of netball, with accurate shooting from Abi King and Hannah Read. Rubies fought well with defenders Debbie Chapman and Sandra Fry being kept busy throughout the game. The final score did not reflect the work that Rubies put in, as Swans won 71 – 34. Hannah Read received the Player of the match vote for some excellent shooting.
01/10/11
On a very hot Saturday, Rubies started off well during the first quarter, ending 12 – 8 to Dukes, but unfortunately lost GK Rachael Coles early due to injury. This gave Roxy McDowell an opportunity to fill in and the team continued to fight hard but the gap widened to 24 – 14 to Dukes. Further changes were made in the third quarter, with Lynne Cornish moving back to GK and Justine Pearn came on as GS. The team took a little time to settle with the score at three quarter moving to 35 - 20. Rubies had a strong come back in the final quarter with excellent communication, the defenders worked hard and restricted Dukes to just 3 goals, whilst the ball consistently found its target at Rubies shooting end. The final score was 29 – 38, with Lynne Cornish player of match
24/09/11
Rubies met Parkfield from Galmington in today’s game. A good team effort by all, but Rubies found themselves behind by 3 during the first quarter. Unfortunately despite some great individual play from Debbie Chapman at GD, and Emma-Jayne Brown at WA, the team couldn't close the gap, and Parkfield extended their lead to 8 as they went into the final quarter. Strong momement from Abi King and Lynne Cornish moved the ball into the circle more easily, but Parkfield’s defenders forced errors. The game ended 38 – 25 to Parkfield despite a good team effort from Rubies. Joint player of the match were Debbie Chapman and Kerry Clark, with the umpires vote going to Debbie Chapman.
17/09/11
The first game of the season saw newly promoted Rubies begin strongly against Wyndham from Yeovil, and this continued throughout the game. Wyndham took a slight lead 13 – 7 at the end of the first quarter, which Rubies could not pull back despite good defence by Racheal Coles and Sandra Fry - standing in on her first game back from maternity. Great partnership and shooting by Abi King and Hannah Read in the attacking circle kept the shots on target, helped by good feeding from Player of the match Emma-Jayne Brown, and youngster Kerry Clark, playing her first game in Division 1 – who picked up the umpire’s vote. This was Rubies first match in this division against a team that have played at this level for several seasons, and was an excellent display even though Wyndham won the game 41 – 32.