Somerset Cup semi-final: Taunton 10, Bridgwater and Albion 7.

TAUNTON reached the final of the county cup after overcoming Bridgwater in a blood and guts local derby played in atrocious conditions on Tuesday night.

Heavy rain had turned the Hyde Park pitch into a quagmire and denied Taunton the chance to play their normal, free-flowing rugby.

Both sides scored a try apiece, with Taunton's score coming from Ross Ward.

For a full report and reaction, see Thursday's County Gazette.