Wanderers hosted their second round E'stel Tasman Trophy match on Friday night under lights against Motueka High School in front of a large and supportive crowd. Wanderers showed terrific resolve throughout but the class and skills of the Motueka High team saw them prevail 36-22
Wanderers & Motueka HS post-match
Moutere backed up their opening day victory over Wanderers with an away win over Waimea Old Boys in Nelson. The defending-champion Magpies prevailed 40-24 to forge an early advantage on the points table. Awatere, the other Marlborough side involved, had a bye.
Standings: Moutere 6, Waimea OB 4, Motueka 3, Wanderers 2, Awatere 1.