The season-defining moment for Locksheath Pumas in race to be crowned Hampshire One champions

Locksheath Pumas face a season-defining Hampshire One game at second-placed Overton this weekend.
By Kevin Ricketts
Published 13th Feb 2020, 18:14 BST
Updated 13th Feb 2020, 19:27 BST
Locksheath Pumas captain James Campbell. Picture Credit: Keith WoodlandLocksheath Pumas captain James Campbell. Picture Credit: Keith Woodland
Locksheath Pumas captain James Campbell. Picture Credit: Keith Woodland

Pumas are looking to extend their 10-match unbeaten run, which has propelled them up to third.

They are just four points behind the top two and have become realistic title challengers.

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‘We have grown in confidence and our destiny remains in our own hands,’ said head coach Liam Moggeridge.

‘Although we have come a long way, the toughest tests lay ahead of us.’

Pumas make one change with wing-forward Olly Eggins returning to the starting line-up.

The visitors also have prop forward Rob Hylands and wing-forward and team captain James Campbell returning to the bench.

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‘A number of our injured players have recovered and will feature in our second team,’ added Moggeridge.

‘If we get them back, we will be in a great place to finish the season strongly.’

n Relegation-battling Fareham Heathens face a daunting visit to high-flying Sandown & Shanklin in the Hampshire Premier.

Southsea Nomads also cross the Solent to meet Isle of Wight II in Hampshire Two.

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