Date of release: Sun 6th April 2008

“Under 17’s through to County Final, as Juniors tackle Oadby Wyggs”

Last week, Hinckley Under 17's, sponsored by Mander Cruickshank Solicitors returned to the fray for the first time this season with a 16-9 county cup semi-final victory over local rivals Lutterworth to set themselves up for the county cup final with Syston on April 13th. In a sterling team performance Jack Loveday scored an early short-range try with Chris Cooke converting and taking three further penalties.

Hinckley Under 10’s, sponsored by AMG, Thermoskin and 600 Services took the opportunity to present Trophy Sunday awards as follows:
Player of the Month – Reeves
Most Improved Player – Griffiths

This weekend, Hinckley Under 13’s, sponsored by JC Remedials and Stoney Stanton Fish & Chip Shop, hosted Oadby Wyggs and both teams got off to a steady start in the opening minutes of the game. Hinckley was on the back foot for some time but defended well and then came alive looking hungry for some points. An Oadby mistake from a clearance kick allowed Hinckley’s Mechin to take advantage with a great pick up and strong run to the line to score the first points of the game. With quick ball from the restart, Hinckley attacked with a great effort from the forwards who were soon, well inside the Oadby half. Good work in the maul and handling enabled a second try from Phillips. Oadby dug in for a while and defended well but Hinckley continued to dominate the play, with Oadby’s resolute tackling preventing further scores. Half time score Hinckley 10 – Oadby Wyggs 0
Hinckley started well in the second half and from the kick-off Hinckley returned the kick and with a great follow up and good gathering of the ball, Mechin went over for his second try of the game for the home side. Hinckley was now in total control of the game and another great run and offload of the ball to Whitehurst set-up a further unconverted score. Hinckley again worked hard from the restart, and again released quick ball down the backs to Mechin who ran on to score again for Hinckley. Oadby were on the back foot but didn’t give in and were rewarded by scoring a try in the corner of the field. After Oadby’s fight back, Hinckley again continued to dominate the play and possession and with presence of mind, Smalley placed a cross-field kick to the wing and with a lucky bounce of the ball, it was collected by Mechin for his fourth try of the game. Final score Hinckley 30 – Oadby Wyggs 5.

Hinckley Under 14’s sponsored by Williams Recycling and Promet Steel, had a good game against Oadby Wyggs, with both sides rotating their large squads through an extended match. Despite determined phases of play from Oadby, Hinckley’s defences held strong and always looked dangerous on the attack resulting in an Oadby 7 – Hinckley 35 score-line, with tries from Redhead (2), Lally, Walsh and new player Sherwin earning his first score. Lally earned the ‘backs’ Man of the Match for his faultless display of long range kicking, and recent addition Harris earned his first ‘forwards’ Man of the Match award for a committed and hard working performance up-front.

Hinckley Under 16’s sponsored by J&H Construction Ltd., were slow to start against Oadby and were behind 12 points when Crooks received the ball on his own 22 line and sprinted the 80 meters to score, which Oglesby converted. Oadby then went on to score a penalty. Hinckley's forwards raised the tempo in response and Bailey then forced his way over. Crooks added to the assault and dashed in from 30 metres to take the lead. Hinckley then conceded a penalty in front of their posts and Oadby pressed ahead again. Hinckley then dug deep to find another try for Crooks to complete his hat trick, by breaking 2 tackles and scoring under the posts which Oglseby converted for a hard fought victory. Oadby Wyggs 18 - Hinckley 24.

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

Contact: Nigel Abraham
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