Taieri gave an impressive display against Clutha Valley at Clydevale, winning 32-5 after leading 20-0 at half-time.
Taieri had too much pace for Clutha Valley, with the forwards giving excellent service for the backs.
First five-eighth Hayden Parker kicked some excellent goals and fed the line well.
In the pack, Charlie O'Connell was outstanding in the loose.
He scored two splendid tries, and was always on hand to the breakdowns.
Clutha Valley tried hard, with Craig Hyslop leading the forwards and John McGimpsey giving a solid performance.
Inside backs Josh Botting and Lachie Moore did not get much ball but showed good judgement with what they had.
Taieri 32 (Charlie O'Connell 2, Mike Kerr, Cody Gutsell tries; Hayden Parker 3 conversions, 2 penalty goals), Clutha Valley 5 (Michael Blair try).
Half-time: 20-0.
