Andover RFC started their 2004 campaign with the Powergen Cup game against St Albans on Saturday.

It was an extremely hard fought affair and although it would prove to be St Albans' day, there were some very good performances by the home squad.

Due to club commitments the game was played at John Hanson School and the All Blacks took the field full of confidence following an intensive pre-season workout.

Full story in Friday's Andover Advertiser