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Glasgow Hawks 12 - 17 Hawick: Hawks fall to battling Hawick
Published: 19 February 2012

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Glasgow Hawks’ chances of top flight status next season suffered a jolt as they fell to a scrappy defeat at the hands of Hawick.


An early break from Neil Renwick seemed to have been quashed by the home rear guard, but defensive errors allowed the full-back to regain possession. Renwick converted before knocking over a penalty moments later, taking full advantage of the gale force wind at his back.

Hawks struggled with the elements, with a lack of attacking accuracy compounded by misplaced passes and handling errors. A Ross Miller try midway through the half was scant reward from a period in which they dominated possession, and held a distinct numerical advantage, with the visitors reduced to 13 men.

On the stroke of half time, Hawick extended their advantage when Graham Hogg grabbed an interception on the edge of the Hawks 22 to cross the whitewash, Renwick slotting the extras.

The hosts started the second half brighter, a Kerr Gossman score acting as an indication of intent, but they failed to capitalise on the territorial advantage they held throughout, as Hawick held on for a courageous victory.

This article was posted on 19-Feb-2012, 07:47 by Hugh Barrow.