Saltash were on the board in the 10th minute when Lock James Sutton went over for a try and a 5-0 lead.

Newquay stifled the Ashes attack on numerous occasions to gain good field position and it wasn't until the 35th minute that Saltash scored through Flanker Lewis Wells, converted by full back Ryan Cruikshanks for a 12-0 lead.

Further pack power saw the ball spun wide from a Saltash driving maul for wing Will Morton to score in the corner for a 17-0 lead at the break.

The Ashes picked up where they had left off in the 2nd half and scored in the 44th minute through veteran lock Tom Rixson. Cruikshanks added the extras to extend the lead to 24-0 for the visitors.

With the try bonus secured, the Saltash bench was emptied and proved fruitful for replacement Charlie Knight who was on the end of some fine inter-play from the pack to score and extend the lead to 29-0.

The final scores for Saltash came from Wing Jim Moriarty, converted by Cruikshanks who also scored the final try, converting for a 43-0.

It was a good day for Saltash 2nds, who recorded a 74-5 win over Lankelly/Fowey.

Thanks

Nick Rich, Saltash Rugby