Southport ‘E’ ( E for embattled ) entertained Formby HT ‘E’ at home on Tuesday 16th Oct. and suffered their heaviest defeat to date, going down 0-10 against a very strong team.
For a variety of reasons Formby were unable to field their usual team and drafted in two very senior players in order to fulfil the fixture. The circumstances had been reported to the League and we were given a full explanation prior to the match.
It was agreed to play the match and leave the League to rule on any penalties to be imposed. Who knows? We may yet gain a creditable draw or, at least, a few sets in the ‘for’ column.
Notwithstanding the difference in class it was another enjoyable contest played in a very friendly spirit. Ken again carried the flag by returning the only game won. Len Constantino made his debut.