Buccs accept points deduction

AN administrative error cost Buccaneers their place at the top of the Ulster Bank League Division 1B but the club will not be appealing a decision to dock them two points.

The decision gives Ballynahinch top spot but a Buccs spokesman yesterday explained how the paperwork on a player transferring from Connemara had not been received in time at the IRFU offices. This despite his view that they had done everything to ensure it was in order.

The spokesperson said: “We will not be appealing it. We felt we got a fair hearing and we’ll now just get on with our campaign and do the best we can for the remainder of the season. We’re still only a point behind the leaders and we’re very happy with the way this young team has performed. Hopefully we will continue that good form.”