
Kingsbridge and Salcombe 2s team travelled to face a powerful and well-drilled Devonport Services side in their sixth match of the season, finishing on the wrong end of a 6–0 score line but showing real heart throughout.
Devonport came out flying, moving the ball quickly and stretching the visitors early on. Their sharp attacking shape saw them take control of the game, taking their chances clinically to build a commanding advantage. Kingsbridge and Salcombe, however, refused to be swept aside. They carved out a couple of close-range opportunities of their own and stood up well against long spells of pressure from the home side.
With only a bare 11 players, the visitors grafted for every inch. Newcomer Lucy made an immediate impact with confident touches and strong positional play, while Alice repeatedly found pockets of space to relieve pressure and spark attacks. Her tireless work rate, composure on the ball, and influence across the pitch earned her a well-deserved Player of the Match award. In goal, JL delivered a standout performance, producing several brave and vital saves.
And even as the clock ran down, Kingsbridge and Salcombe never threw in the towel. They chased, tackled, blocked, and battled right to the final whistle, refusing to let the score line define their effort.
The match finished 6–0 to Devonport Services, but the fight, resilience, and attitude shown by Kingsbridge and Salcombe sent a clear message: this is a team that will not go quietly and will only grow stronger as the season progresses.