THE WANDERER

THE WANDERER

RUGBY QUOTES

Rugby is a good occasion for keeping thirty bullies far from the center of the city.Oscar Wilde.

Rugby is a wonderful show: dance, opera and, suddenly, the blood of a killing.Richard Burton


Monday, March 22, 2010

Under 12's v Waterpark Sat.20th Mar.


For this return fixture, Wexford travelled to Waterpark having secured victory in the home encounter two weeks ago. Wexford had to travel with reduced numbers, due to entrance exams coinciding with this fixture. The match was played over five segments.
1st Section
Wexford attacked very aggressively from the start and overwhelmed opponents. Good defence and ball offloading brought about a 4-0 victory. David Doyle powering his way through their back line to score two tries. This followed by attacks down the wings by Conor Firman and Barry O'Connor scoring one try each to secure victory.
2nd Section
This was a much tighter game with Waterpark coming back at Wexford but wexford still in command and winning 3-1. David Doyle. Rory O'Connor and Peter Barry scoring impressively for Wexford.
3rd Section.
In this game Barry O'Connor sustained a shoulder injury and had to retire having made a valuable contribution to Wexford's attacking play.Waterpark were now regrouping and managed to secure a win in a very close and physical battle. Josh Christie scored a great try after racing past two defenders to touch down. Alex Ryan was also impressive with another great try from a scrum. 3-2 to Waterpark.
4th Section
Both teams now feeling the pace but Wexford winning by two tries scored by David Doyle and Conor Firman. Again Wexford's dominance very evident.4-3 to Wexford
5th Section
This last game ended in a draw 1-1. The ferocity and physicality of this encounter taking it's toll on the players. James Resterick retiring after being injured trying to break from the scrum. James had a great game.
Wexford showed once again the character of this team of youngsters. Great defensive play and aggressive attacking proved that they are a side to be respected.Conor Firman man of the match.Rory and Barry O'Connor played sterling stuff.Great tackling.Good offloading. Very impressive team performance.

A special thank you to Eddie Doyle for these match reports.

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