It was another tough day at the office for Gary Fowell Builders Plains Rangers, when they traveled to take on league leaders Rotorua United White on Saturday.
The experienced home team settled quickly and their good combinations were apparent when they scored twice early in the game. Rangers settled down and did better containing their hosts for the rest of the half. In the second half, the introduction of James Kraus and Jono Whitaker added some punch and some pressure was applied. Both players came close to scoring and the Rotorua team was rattled for a while. However, in the end the hosts came back and were comfortable winners, 7 - 0.
For Rangers, Barrie Hawkes's commitment to the cause earned him player of the day. Kirk Bain and Chris Johnston also showed plenty of tenacity.
This Saturday Rangers have a crucial home game against Whakatane Visique. Both teams are on the same points in the league and both have a lot of young players. Kick off at Awakeri is at 2.30pm.