Cornish Pirates Analyze Struggles with Away Performance

Cornish Pirates are currently facing challenges with their away performance in the Championship, as highlighted by their recent 38-14 defeat against Bedford. This loss follows a significant 73-40 defeat at Coventry, where the team conceded a total of 16 tries across both matches.

Coach Joe Walsh noted that the team is striving to understand the reasons behind their inconsistent away form. He pointed out that the players have shown a stark contrast in energy levels during home games compared to their performances on the road. Despite their struggles, the Pirates have managed to secure half of their games this season, placing them eighth in the league.

Walsh emphasized the importance of creating a positive atmosphere on game days, stating that the team has appeared flat during warm-ups before away matches. He acknowledged the various factors influencing this trend and expressed the need for the team to improve their energy levels when playing away from their home ground in Penzance.