U11 A Won 66 - 0
What a game, what a day! Matches against these smaller prep schools can be a bit of a lottery as they always improve their game against Felsted. So we went onto the pitch a little nervous and Dame Bradbury's were certainly a tenacious bunch. However, some solid tackling and some very good pieces of play meant that we scored a number of times in the first ten minutes. Dame Bradbury's certainly made hard work of it for us, but they seemed to get a little disillusioned as the fifth try went in. However our boys kept their composure and structure and went into half time ahead. A little restructuring of the team took place at half time to see how some other combinations might work. The boys coped admirably with this. We scored a number of well put together tries in the second half and started playing some good flowing rugby, and one of the parents put it very succinctly when he commented they looked very 'fluid'. The combination of the experience of the Year 6 boys and the enthusiasm and pace of the Year 5 boys seems to be working. A match like this should be quite a confidence booster but we must not get complacent as it is a rough road ahead.
U11B v Dame Bradburys Won 39 - 0
Tries J Oluwabusola, C Wallace, S M - Minett, C Connor, B Britton, R Hadley, T Summers (+1 con)
A really good team performance with all the boys trying to run straight and strong and looking to off-load the ball. It was also pleasing to see the backs trying to pass the ball quickly to give the wingers time and space. The scrum was strong and solid, winning some of the oppositions ball, which we used well. Well done to all the team.
U11D v St Margaret's, Felsted Quadrangular tournament Lost 40 - 25
A tough match against a St Margaret's team that had one very good player. We were 20-5 down at half time but we came back well with Matthew Hipkin running hard and scoring tries and pulling us back to within one score. However, St Margaret's scored late on to put the game away. There was plenty of learning and skill development in evidence and hopefully the boys enjoyed some match play.
Saturday, 21 September 2013
Friday, 20 September 2013
U13 v The Perse School
1st XV Won 47 - 0
For the first fixture of the season a comfortable victory over the Perse was a good way to start and 9 tries scored was certainly pleasing. The pack in particular looked very strong, the backs showed potential and there are signs that they are beginning to read each others' game. We did make mistakes, which was not surprising but the boys showed plenty of heart and a desire to ‘earn the shirt’. Ollie Stonham was outstanding and rightly named man of the match but others also contributed massively. The debutants all had good games whilst the senior players from last year showed their experience. Among the try scorers were Harry Sturge, Gregoire Imber, Ollie Stonham, Ross Ingram and David Townsend with Toby King adding a conversion. With tougher games to come we will need to sharpen up in all areas but a good start to the season.
2nd XV Draw 7 - 7
Felsted scored in the first minute with a try from Max McIlvenna which was converted by George McKelvey. The game was a very close contest with lots of unforced errors. The Perse scored a try in the last minute and converted to draw the game. In the end there were plenty of lessons to be learnt and positives to take forward.
3rd XV Lost 10 - 36
We knew that the Perse would be a much tougher opponent than Holmwood and so it proved. Despite Mr Manson's warnings the players started very lethargically and lacked the physicality required at this level. Tackles missed and an unwillingness to really take the game to our opponents led to a succession of fairly easy tries in the first half. Felsted 0-31 down! Half time allowed us to re-group and the target of winning the second half was set, alongside the obvious need to become more committed in the contact areas. What a difference! Silas Turner-Jones set the tone with a full speed tackle on their talented winger. Others followed along with two tries by Duce and Smart respectively. Unfortunately our comeback was halted due to an injury, so it was agreed to finish the match six minutes early with the score at 10-36. No doubt that The Perse were going to win outright but frustrating in that it halted a promising recovery. Lessons must be learnt about being ready to play from the first whistle.
4th XV Lost 7 - 48
The boys started very positively in the first 5 minutes of the game with some lovely offloads and support play that pushed Perse back into their own half. However a quick turnover and a fast break meant that they opened the scoring. Perse did have a size advantage over the team and that, coupled with some poor tackling by Felsted, helped them over the line again. A bit more resurgence by the boys and some lovely runs by Harvey Sullivan pushed Felsted over for their first try of the game. With only 3 points in it it was still anybody's game,but the Perse did manage to push on and another two tries helped them finish the half on top 7 - 24. Yet again, Felsted started the 2nd half positively with lots of go forward ball and good rucking but again, turnover ball and sharp hands meant the Perse were able to break out and score. The team did show flashes of great play by often setting up good positions but our execution and tackling was lacking and it meant that the Perse were able to score off loose play a few times. In the end, the score was 7 - 48 but it was good match experience for the Year 7s and new rugby players. The team will have to work on their tackling and offensive set up in order to improve for the next game.
5th XV Lost 0 - 71
The first match of the season for the 5th team saw them come up against a well organised Perse side. The Perse were a much stronger side, and our boys discovered what it is like to be in a real game. Our tackling was poor and we lacked commitment and clear decision making. Plenty for the team to think about and we have plenty to work on in training.
Samuel Hart and Alexey Kuznetsov showed that it is possible to tackle hard. The rest of the team need to step up in time for the next challenge.
For the first fixture of the season a comfortable victory over the Perse was a good way to start and 9 tries scored was certainly pleasing. The pack in particular looked very strong, the backs showed potential and there are signs that they are beginning to read each others' game. We did make mistakes, which was not surprising but the boys showed plenty of heart and a desire to ‘earn the shirt’. Ollie Stonham was outstanding and rightly named man of the match but others also contributed massively. The debutants all had good games whilst the senior players from last year showed their experience. Among the try scorers were Harry Sturge, Gregoire Imber, Ollie Stonham, Ross Ingram and David Townsend with Toby King adding a conversion. With tougher games to come we will need to sharpen up in all areas but a good start to the season.
2nd XV Draw 7 - 7
Felsted scored in the first minute with a try from Max McIlvenna which was converted by George McKelvey. The game was a very close contest with lots of unforced errors. The Perse scored a try in the last minute and converted to draw the game. In the end there were plenty of lessons to be learnt and positives to take forward.
3rd XV Lost 10 - 36
We knew that the Perse would be a much tougher opponent than Holmwood and so it proved. Despite Mr Manson's warnings the players started very lethargically and lacked the physicality required at this level. Tackles missed and an unwillingness to really take the game to our opponents led to a succession of fairly easy tries in the first half. Felsted 0-31 down! Half time allowed us to re-group and the target of winning the second half was set, alongside the obvious need to become more committed in the contact areas. What a difference! Silas Turner-Jones set the tone with a full speed tackle on their talented winger. Others followed along with two tries by Duce and Smart respectively. Unfortunately our comeback was halted due to an injury, so it was agreed to finish the match six minutes early with the score at 10-36. No doubt that The Perse were going to win outright but frustrating in that it halted a promising recovery. Lessons must be learnt about being ready to play from the first whistle.
4th XV Lost 7 - 48
The boys started very positively in the first 5 minutes of the game with some lovely offloads and support play that pushed Perse back into their own half. However a quick turnover and a fast break meant that they opened the scoring. Perse did have a size advantage over the team and that, coupled with some poor tackling by Felsted, helped them over the line again. A bit more resurgence by the boys and some lovely runs by Harvey Sullivan pushed Felsted over for their first try of the game. With only 3 points in it it was still anybody's game,but the Perse did manage to push on and another two tries helped them finish the half on top 7 - 24. Yet again, Felsted started the 2nd half positively with lots of go forward ball and good rucking but again, turnover ball and sharp hands meant the Perse were able to break out and score. The team did show flashes of great play by often setting up good positions but our execution and tackling was lacking and it meant that the Perse were able to score off loose play a few times. In the end, the score was 7 - 48 but it was good match experience for the Year 7s and new rugby players. The team will have to work on their tackling and offensive set up in order to improve for the next game.
5th XV Lost 0 - 71
The first match of the season for the 5th team saw them come up against a well organised Perse side. The Perse were a much stronger side, and our boys discovered what it is like to be in a real game. Our tackling was poor and we lacked commitment and clear decision making. Plenty for the team to think about and we have plenty to work on in training.
Samuel Hart and Alexey Kuznetsov showed that it is possible to tackle hard. The rest of the team need to step up in time for the next challenge.
Monday, 16 September 2013
Boys' Rugby v Holmwood House
A clean sweep against Holmwood House at U13 and U11 level is certainly a positive start to the season but with tougher opposition next week there is still plenty of work to be done.
2nd XV Won 19 – 17
A very close contest that went right down to the last minute, Holmwood scored a late try and needed a conversion to draw the game; luckily they missed. A well-deserved victory for the 2nd XV. They showed some encouraging signs for this early stage of the term. Protecting the ball in contact and running at space remain areas to work on.
3rd XV Won 40 – 10
The first match of the season resulted in a very convincing win with lots of positive attacking play and a promising set of forwards. We scored six tries, with Woodmore, Mohan, Webster, Duce, Mulley and Turner-Jones all crossing the line. James Woodmore was very accurate with his conversions scoring 5 out of 6, although the one he missed would have troubled Owen Farrell! Better tackling will be our focus in training before we take on tougher opponents.
U11 A Won 14 – 7
This was a very gruelling match for the beginning of the season. It was a real test for the Year 5 boys who are new to U11 rugby. Their energy and enthusiasm however; combined well with the experience of the Year 6 boys. Both sides put their all into the game and there were some big tackles on either side. The first half was very even for the most part, but we managed to score twice and finished the half ahead. After the break, Holmwood came out with a real intent to win, but we held them back with some ferocious tackling. They managed to creep over our line once, but the boys kept going. The final score of 14-7 was a fair result.
U11 B Won 31 – 0
A really positive start to the season. The team played with determination and passion, moving the ball well through the hands, exposing the frailties of our opponents’ tackling. For the first game of the season there appeared to be some structure; however there is a lot of work to be done in all areas. Well done boys, let’s get to work!!
U11 C Won 25 – 12
We began strongly and dominated most of the 1st half but were slow at rucking. We led 15 - 7 at half time, with three try’s from Josh O'Connor. The third try was set up by a brilliant run from Marcus Kelsey, who broke through several tackles and then off-loaded the ball to Josh at full speed, who caught it and scored. Holmwood House came out tackling and running hard and began to gain control of the game but Felsted managed another moment of great teamwork. A strong ruck and passing movement resulted in Coby Carter-King scoring in the corner. Near the end Orlando Drewitt-Barlow was hugging the ball in the centre of a maul; he was pushed over the try line and scored. There was also some good tackling by Joe Fenn and Nicholas Smith. All the players were determined and enthusiastic. Lots to improve on tactically and skill wise, especially the tackling. But all in all a great first effort.
2nd XV Won 19 – 17
A very close contest that went right down to the last minute, Holmwood scored a late try and needed a conversion to draw the game; luckily they missed. A well-deserved victory for the 2nd XV. They showed some encouraging signs for this early stage of the term. Protecting the ball in contact and running at space remain areas to work on.
3rd XV Won 40 – 10
The first match of the season resulted in a very convincing win with lots of positive attacking play and a promising set of forwards. We scored six tries, with Woodmore, Mohan, Webster, Duce, Mulley and Turner-Jones all crossing the line. James Woodmore was very accurate with his conversions scoring 5 out of 6, although the one he missed would have troubled Owen Farrell! Better tackling will be our focus in training before we take on tougher opponents.
U11 A Won 14 – 7
This was a very gruelling match for the beginning of the season. It was a real test for the Year 5 boys who are new to U11 rugby. Their energy and enthusiasm however; combined well with the experience of the Year 6 boys. Both sides put their all into the game and there were some big tackles on either side. The first half was very even for the most part, but we managed to score twice and finished the half ahead. After the break, Holmwood came out with a real intent to win, but we held them back with some ferocious tackling. They managed to creep over our line once, but the boys kept going. The final score of 14-7 was a fair result.
U11 B Won 31 – 0
A really positive start to the season. The team played with determination and passion, moving the ball well through the hands, exposing the frailties of our opponents’ tackling. For the first game of the season there appeared to be some structure; however there is a lot of work to be done in all areas. Well done boys, let’s get to work!!
U11 C Won 25 – 12
We began strongly and dominated most of the 1st half but were slow at rucking. We led 15 - 7 at half time, with three try’s from Josh O'Connor. The third try was set up by a brilliant run from Marcus Kelsey, who broke through several tackles and then off-loaded the ball to Josh at full speed, who caught it and scored. Holmwood House came out tackling and running hard and began to gain control of the game but Felsted managed another moment of great teamwork. A strong ruck and passing movement resulted in Coby Carter-King scoring in the corner. Near the end Orlando Drewitt-Barlow was hugging the ball in the centre of a maul; he was pushed over the try line and scored. There was also some good tackling by Joe Fenn and Nicholas Smith. All the players were determined and enthusiastic. Lots to improve on tactically and skill wise, especially the tackling. But all in all a great first effort.
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