Rugby Season Report
The rugby season was marked by a series of thrilling and hard-fought matches, with the team showing remarkable determination and resilience throughout. Over the course of 10 fixtures, the team secured 5 wins and faced 5 losses, resulting in a balanced win rate of 50%. Scoring an impressive 55 tries in total, the team displayed both attacking flair and defensive grit on the field.
Season Overview
The season kicked off with a spirited performance against Orley Farm, where the team secured their first victory with a scoreline of 10-6. This opening win set the tone for the season, showcasing the team’s attacking potential. Alex, Tio and Harry B earned the Player(s) of the Match (POTM) award for their outstanding contributions.
However, in Week 3, the team faced a challenging opponent in Heath Mount, where they suffered a narrow defeat of 7-12. Despite the loss, Rabbie stood out with his relentless effort and determination, earning him the POTM honor.
Bouncing back from the setback, the team took on Kingshott in Week 4 and edged out a close victory of 5-4. Imeth delivered a standout performance, showcasing exceptional skill and composure under pressure to secure the win.
Week 5 saw a double fixture, starting with a gritty 4-2 victory against St Martin’s, where Robert shone brightly to claim the POTM title. However, the team faced a setback later that week against Lochinver House, succumbing to an 8-2 loss. Despite the disappointing result, Timi put in a strong individual performance, earning recognition as POTM.
The next challenge came in Week 6 against Beechwood Park, where the team suffered another defeat, this time 3-6. Barwin gave a commendable effort and earned the POTM award despite the loss.
Week 7 proved to be the most demanding week of the season, with the team facing three fixtures in quick succession. First, they narrowly lost to Beechwood Park (3-5), with Samuel showing resilience and determination. They followed up with a 2-5 defeat to York House, where Arav & Kaelan stood out despite the result.
The final fixture of the week proved to be a turning point, as the team bounced back with a dominant 10-3 win over Westbrook Hay. Tomisin delivered an outstanding performance, driving the team forward and earning the well-deserved POTM accolade.
In Week 8, the team wrapped up the season on a high note by defeating Westbrook Hay once again, this time by 9-3. Timi & Benjamin, always reliable forces on the pitch, sealed the season with stellar showings.
Key Scoring Performances
One of the standout performers of the season was Timi, who finished as the top try scorer with 33 tries, consistently leading the team’s attacking efforts and proving to be a constant threat to opposition defenses.
Rabbie followed with a strong contribution of 7 tries, demonstrating his ability to break through defenses when it mattered most. Tio added 5 tries, while Robert scored 4 tries, both playing pivotal roles in several important wins. Additionally, Tomisin chipped in with 3 tries, showing his versatility and determination across multiple matches.
