Pacy Nel in top form as Clifton beat derby rivals

By ROGER OPIE

Clifton................ 71 Barnstaple......... 0TRADITIONAL West Country derbies come no better than promoted Barnstaple reviving rivalries with Clifton in the league and competing for the John Budd trophy, donated in memory of a well-known player who represented both clubs.Many expected a tight game, but it became apparent that the Barum boys were going to have to contend with the hightempo Clifton demonstrated from the kick-off.The first possession secured by the hosts saw Zimbabwe centre Marcus Nel accelerate between the posts for Luke Cozens to convert.Number eig...

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