MARK Mapletoft gave bruising back rower Alex Dombrandt the ultimate compliment.
The 21-year-old was making only his second first-team appearance and his maiden start since signing from Cardiff Met University. It invariably took two or three tacklers to bring him down and he crossed for a fine try.
“We’re all for encouraging different pathways into the game,” said acting head coach Mapletoft.
“One of the all-time greats in that regard was Nick Easter. He came into the game later and we think Alex has got a lot of similar attributes.” Bath’s general manag...