Matson 32 Wells 12
IT was a case of sixth time lucky for Matson as they got their season up and running in South West One.
The win lifted Matson off the bottom of the table and into 12th in the 14-strong division.
It was an impressive performance against opponents who had won three of their opening five games.
The first half was tight with Matson going into the break with an 8-3 advantage.
Their try came from a pushover by their forwards with prop Josh Knight being credited with the final touchdown.
Connor Gwillam also added a penalty but it was in the second half that Maston took charge as they played down the slope.
Wing Arron Moorfield raced over for two tries and there was also a try for man-of-the-match Sam Williams.
The outside centre, a student at Hartpury College, impressed the Matson faithful with an excellent display.
Number eight Joe Hart also scored a try and Gwillam was successful with two conversions.
It was a much-improved display by Matson who conceded far fewer penalties than in recent games.
Their scrum was also a lot better and they dominated in the lineout and up front.
Matson won promotion via the play-offs last season and although they had yet to win, they had come close in a number of games.
Club chairman Steve Sadler "It was a good performance andf it was obviously pleasing to get the win.
"We've got the long trip to Camborne on Saturday so that will be a big test for the players."