THURROCK got a win without playing on Saturday 911 april) when potential visitors Upminster pulled out of their scheduled London and South East Counties One Essex clash at Oakfild.

That sets up an exciting league season climax next weekend with a derby clash against neighbours Stanford when a win will see Tees crowned champions, securing a return to Level 6 rugby at the first time of asking.

With a bumper crowd expected and a sold-out VP lunch setting the tone, Oakfield will be bouncing.

The Seconds make the short trip to face local rivals Pegasus Palmerians in their cup semi-final