NEW LOOK XI PROVIDE ENCOURAGEMENT

Martin Sockett's new-look Rugby Town produced an encouraging performance during a 2-4 reversal against Blue Square Premier side Tamworth at Butlin Road.

By RUGBYTOWNFC.COM.

Photo: Martin Pulley

Strong centre forward Seb Hamilton impressed in his first appearance and netted an equaliser

With the pitch in excellent condition, both sides were able to pass the ball and keep possession well and Rugby acquitted themselves admirably against a side playing three steps up the football pyramid.

After a goal-less first half, Tamworth took the lead with Neil MacKenzie's low free kick somehow finding its way through the wall and into the net leaving goalkeeper Rob Webb standing.

Rugby were level soon after with Seb Hamilton following up Paddy Connolly's neat turn and shot.

Mitchell and MacKenzie netted sloppy goals from Rugby's perspective to take Tamworth in front before substitute Danny Edmond reduced the arrears with a strong run and shot late on.

MacKenzie rounded off his hat-trick with minutes remaining.

More to follow.