The second half saw some changes to personnel, Christiaan Brandt coming on at outside half and Paul Maplesden in the second row. The scrummage still held strong, allowing Salmon and Brandt to exploiting a now slowing Heathfield back row. Both wingers were given space to exploit, as the heavy pitch took a toll on tired Heathfield legs and centre Colin Whyte caused problems with his strong straight running. Eventually ports had to score and a sloppy kick into space fell into the arms of the elegant Brandt who slid through space to go over for his eleventh try of the season. Terry Doorey's kick slid wide. Ports continued to apply pressure, Whyte and centre partner Shane Potter acting as wrecking balls- smashing into waves of green defenders. Despite this Heathfield held strong, and as a desperate Ports pushed for an equalising score a hopeful kick and chase gave them a third try and the game. Good performances all round- Crump, Whittington and Barningham placing themselves in definite contention for end of season honours, alongside a strong set of forwards who dominated the game throughout. Manager Gavin Thomas was reflective about the result "We did everything well, what lost us the game was combination of bad luck and a lack of ruthlessness. With a more ruthless streak and a better pitch this could have been an excellent win but we'll take an excellent team performance into our next game against Crowborough".

Team: Crump, Langley, Wright, Earle (Maplesden), Parker, D Dedman (Amar), Whittington, Barningham, Salmon, Malthouse (Brandt), Watts, S Potter, Whyte, Price (Sinclair), Doorey. Unused Subs: W Dedman, Thomas