Match Preview: Selby RUFC vs Bradford Salem

Selby return to Sandhill Lane this Saturday looking to build on last weekend’s gritty away victory at Pontefract. In atrocious conditions, Selby adapted superbly, using smart kicking and dominant forward play to secure a hard-earned 19–10 win. Tries from Harry Clarke and a brace from Antun Wilson, backed by a strong set-piece and disciplined defence, ensured the side came home with the derby spoils.

This weekend’s visitors, Bradford Salem, will provide another stern test. They arrive just two points behind Selby in the Regional North East 2 table and full of confidence after defeating league leaders Pocklington in their last outing—a result that firmly underlines their threat.

The two clubs haven’t met since the 2021/22 Yorkshire One campaign, when Selby completed the double with victories home and away. Much has changed since then, but those encounters will offer encouragement as Selby look to maintain momentum on their home turf.

With the squad buoyed by recent performances and the second team also flying high, spirits around the club are strong. Another committed display from the forwards, accuracy in the backs, and the resilience shown at Pontefract will all be crucial if Selby are to claim another important league win.

A competitive, physical clash is expected—and with both sides chasing upward movement in the table, there’s plenty riding on this early-winter fixture at Sandhill Lane.

Match Preview: Selby RUFC vs Bradford Salem

Selby return to Sandhill Lane this Saturday looking to build on last weekend’s gritty away victory at Pontefract. In atrocious conditions, Selby adapted superbly, using smart kicking and dominant forward play to secure a hard-earned 19–10 win. Tries from Harry Clarke and a brace from Antun Wilson, backed by a strong set-piece and disciplined defence, ensured the side came home with the derby spoils.

This weekend’s visitors, Bradford Salem, will provide another stern test. They arrive just two points behind Selby in the Regional North East 2 table and full of confidence after defeating league leaders Pocklington in their last outing—a result that firmly underlines their threat.

The two clubs haven’t met since the 2021/22 Yorkshire One campaign, when Selby completed the double with victories home and away. Much has changed since then, but those encounters will offer encouragement as Selby look to maintain momentum on their home turf.

With the squad buoyed by recent performances and the second team also flying high, spirits around the club are strong. Another committed display from the forwards, accuracy in the backs, and the resilience shown at Pontefract will all be crucial if Selby are to claim another important league win.

A competitive, physical clash is expected—and with both sides chasing upward movement in the table, there’s plenty riding on this early-winter fixture at Sandhill Lane.