Andover 40 Effingham/L'head 13 CFL UK sponsored Andover faced a tough test last weekend, as they played host to an Effingham side currently placed second in the league; a victory on the day would secure them a vital league play off spot.

A two-week lay off period, combined with extremely warm playing conditions, meant that Andover's resolve, as well as their fitness levels, would be face a stern test against the physically bigger Surrey outfit.

Reports from Andover RFC and Overton's FestOval, with pictures, in Friday's Andover Advertiser