Date of release: Sun 23rd December 2007

“Mini’s enjoy festive encounter against Oadby Wyggs”

Hinckley Under 7’s, sponsored by Hinckley Round Table, had an enthusiastic turn out, on a very cold winters day at Oadby, requiring a two team approach to give all players a run out, the Lions and the Tigers.
The Lions played in the first encounter against Oadby scoring a magnificent 5 try’s, unfortunately Oadby were an equal match and the final score was 25-25. Whilst there were some sterling performers in this Lions team the outstanding performance was from Chenery who scored all 5 try’s for Hinckley.
The Hinckley Tigers then played and again scored a magnificent five tries, unfortunately on this occasion a try in the dying seconds by Oadby gave them a narrow win 25-30. This was a good team performance by the Tigers with some good understanding between Davey and Goldby, which ultimately resulted in Goldby scoring four tries, followed up by a fantastic solo effort from Ellershall.
The final game saw a combination of both Hinckley Lions and Tigers players taking on an Oadby side rising in confidence after their previous winning display. Again Hinckley ran in a superb five try effort with Sharkey and Chenery contributing two apiece and the ever-improving Goldby getting a try, but unfortunately Oadby managed to score seven tries resulting in a Hinckley loss 25-35. None the less it was good to see the enthusiasm and commitment shine through today from all the children (and coaches and parents) who had braved the cold conditions, a credit to mini-rugby.

Hinckley’s Under 8’s sponsored by O'Hanlon & Skinner, faced an Oadby team which started in fine form with Hinckley fighting back in the second half. Tries for Hinckley came from Gibson, Jordan, Massarella, Rickels and Spencer, but Oadby’s early pressure won out Hinckley 25 - Oadby 45.
The second game was an end-to-end match with Hinckley fighting all the way to finish on top, in the high scoring match Hinckley 60 - Oadby 50. Massarella scored an amazing five times, Davies scored three and Cavanagh crossed the line twice. The other points for Hinckley came from Jordan and Rickels
In the final game Hinckley fought hard against a very strong Oadby side but lost out to some excellent passing skills in the Hinckley 10 - Oadby 35 result. Chamberlain and Massarella scored for Hinckley.

The Under 9's sponsored by Bronx UK, played some great rugby to finish off their half-season, on a crisp frosty December morning. On the last match of the year they defended and played really well. Creative, supportive play enabled Hinckley to win two matches and draw in the final one. Score lines were…
Oadby 0 - Hinckley 25, with tries from Hubbard, Heath 2, Bower and Raine.
Oadby 10 - Hinckley 35, with tries from Sharkey, Kershaw, Bower 3, Campion and Pope
Oadby 15 - Hinckley 15, tries by Sharkey, Hubbard and Davis.

Hinckley Under 10’s sponsored by AMG, Thermoskin and 600 Services, fielded Bees and Hornets teams this weekend in their festive encounter against Oadby Wyggs.
Hinckley Bees first match with Oadby was closely contested. It started off with a try from Bevan, but Oadby came straight back to even the score. Baker took the ball from the scrum to drive over to put Bees in front again, but Oadby again fought back to even the score. In the second half Hinckley began powerfully with Baker showing great determination for his 2 tries. Oadby pulled one back before Houghton extended Hinckley’s lead. Oadby were rewarded with a consolation try in the final move of the game but to make the final score 25 points to 20 to Bees. Tackler of the Match was Jackson and Man of the Match was Houghton.
Bees second match against Oadby was a scrappy affair with a lot of mistakes. Bees forwards got the better of Oadby to drive deep into Oadbys half. They managed to play the ball out to Tuffin who still had some work to do but glided in for a superb try. Oadby came straight back to catch the Bees out with a simple try. Bees continued to pressure Oadby, not allowing them a second on the ball, Houghton picking up the loose ball laying off to Stretton who played the ball to Campbell to sprint through Oadby’s defence to win the match 10 points to 5. Tackler of the Match was Bevan and Man of the Match was Baker for great performances in both matches.
Hornets started well with Ward giving Hinckley an early lead with a powerful run slicing through Oadby’s defence, but Oadby got 2 quick tries in reply to lead 10-5 at half time. In the second half Hornets lost their way allowing Oadby to take control of the match and take a commanding lead 35 points to 5. As the game came to the last play of the game the Hornets got a consolation try from White to leave a final score of 35 to 10. Tackler of the Match was Chenery and Man of the Match was Ward for his never say die attitude.

For further information on any aspect of Hinckley RFC Mini and Juniors please contact the Chairman, Stuart Elder on 07721 407008.

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