Official Phil Crossley walks off the Stoneham Lane pitch after abandoning the Trojans v Eastleigh game
THE Hampshire derby rugby match between Trojans and Eastleigh was today abandoned – after the referee was allegedly caught up in altercation involving players from both sides.
Referee Phil Crossley, from the Dorset & Wilts RFU, left players and spectators stunned by calling an end to the London 3 South West game at Stoneham Lane after only 15 minutes.
Confusuion reigns amongst Trojans and Eastleigh players after the abandonment. Pictures by Stuart Martin.
Crossley walked off after getting caught up in a shoving match involving players from both sides.
The official declined to comment afterwards.
Referee Phil Crossley looks on, prior to abandoning the Trojans v Eastleigh derby.
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