Report by Erin

TJs kept their winning streak alive over the weekend with an impressive 5–44 victory over a strong Beccehamians side. Combining great attacking rugby, grit and determination in defence and the ability to adapt on the pitch, TJs delivered plenty of treats—and gave their opponents a few Halloween nightmares along the way.

TJs made a flying start, with Evie securing the opening try quickly followed by Marsh to make the score 0-10. Beccehamians swiftly replied with a try of their own bringing the score to 5-10. A closely contested 15-minute spell followed, putting TJs’ work on tackling, rucking and consistent pod structures to the test, with Gretel bringing her AFL strengths to the rugby pitch. Adapting to the challenge, they improved their lead with another 3 tries before half-time, scored by Evie, Catherine and Tiegan to bring the score up to 25-5.

After a short interval and the introduction of fresh faces, TJs returned with sparkling rugby. A strong scrum gave the backs room to work their magic and another try followed, scored by Fi.

Injuries forced TJs to reshuffle, with scrum-half Lara leaving the field with a broken finger and Tiegan and Evie both suffering ankle injuries. Several players stepped into unfamiliar positions, including Marsh, who switched from number 8 to scrum-half. Despite the disruption, TJs maintained their strong performance and love for the game. Injuries couldn’t stop Tiegan and Evie who later returned to the pitch with some additional tape.

Beccehamians continued to apply pressure, but TJs refused to be spooked. More excellent scrummaging, Becky’s counter-rucking inside TJs’ 22 and Evie’s ability to win the lineouts kept Beccehamians from adding to their tally. At the other end, debutant Ruth made significant ground with powerful carries, while Catherine’s twinkle-toed running sliced through the Beccehamians line—a trick the defence could have done without.

A further two tries from Belle and Fi and a conversion from Belle rounded off a convincing 5–44 victory. It was a performance full of team spirit, positivity and clear enthusiasm for rugby, with TJs showing their quality on both sides of the ball. The celebrations continued long into the evening at the Halloween social, where everyone swapped their kit for their sparkly and scary best.

Final Score:
Tonbridge Women 44-5 Beccehamians

Tries:
Belle
Catherine
Evie (2)
Fi (2)
Marsh
Tiegan

Forward of the match: Hannah
Back of the match: Ruth
Mereworth Wines Player of the Match: Gretel
Flamingo of the match: Lara