By TOM INNES
PRE-SEASON FRIENDLY
JERSEY Reds began preparations for the new season with a solid win over opposition from the French second-tier.
The Island hosts gained revenge for a 38-14 defeat in Brittany 12 months against Vannes, who finished 10th in the final Pro D2 table last season. Fly-half Brett Herron was among the Reds’ debutants to impress at the Stade Santander International.
After an early penalty by Chris Hilsenbeck for the Breton visitors, his chip ahead led to a try for James Newey. Herron’s penalty extended Jersey’s lead, but it was wiped out on the strok...