Jersey coach Ben Harvey’ was satisfied with the win, but critical of the Island side’s inability to turn chances into points.

‘I think if we had been more clinical we could have scored more tries,’ he said. ‘Our defence was really good. We turned some of their ball over really well – and I recognise that some of our players are exceptionally good.

From the two games we’ve played, I would suggest that the teams we now have to play against will see us as a bit more robust than many people expect. Stourbridge are a good team with good players. This win stands us in good stead for the season ahead.’