Local derby’s are always well contested but it has to be said that TMS against Truro GWRSA is one of the most hotly disputed derby’s even more than the Merseyside or Madrid derby. The game started quickly with both sides going for goals; however some desperate defending and poor finishing saw the score stay level until the home side’s goalkeeper collided with the away side forward which saw him having to be substituted. With only a limited bench young Hocking had to fill the breech, unfortunately 10 mins after the keeper going off, Truro scored when a shot hit the upright and rebounded to the GWRSA forward who headed into the empty net. This seemed to increase the tension between the two sides and several dubious tackles later, the away side doubled their tally when a cross was converted into his own net by Mike Waller, even though Hocking had pulled off a classic save before the event.

The second half saw the home side increase the pressure on the visitors and although chances were made unfortunately they were unable to impact on the lead. Man of the Match for the Stones was James Butler who played the match with a knock but was outstanding.

Richard Luff, Manager