Weston No 8 George Sparks recorded his 250th appearance for the first team.

Weston No 8 George Sparks made his 250th senior appearance in the match against Teignmouth.

Manchester-born Sparks, aged 34, was educated at Sidcot School and while there he played for Somerset at Under-17 and 18s before making his Weston debut in September 2003 at Redruth in the then Powergen Cup competition.

He also played for Somerset in the County Championship.

Sparks, who is a sports lecturer at Weston College, has scored 71 tries and is currently in his third term as club captain.