U13 Rugby Tour

Posted: 09/11/2015

During the second week of the half term, forty boys from Year 8 embarked on a rugby tour to the Province of Ulster, Northern Ireland. During the five days on tour, the boys were based at Portrush for two days and Belfast for three. 

The A and B teams played a total of six matches versus Ballymena Academy, Methody College Belfast and Campbell College, Belfast. The A team won two of their three matches - a fantastic result considering that they ere up against the three best schools at this age group in Northern Ireland. The B team showed great spirit and were very unfortunate not to win their last match but drew much praise from many observers.



During the tour the boys trained at Ulster University, Coleraine Campus and enjoyed a training session with Former Ulster Head Coach, Brian McLaughlin. 



The boys visited Giants Causeway, the Titanic quarter and Belfast Zoo. During the evenings they went bowling and enjoyed a quiz. 




On the final event evening the following boys were issued with awards:

Captain's Award: Harrison Meadows (A Team); Jacob Heptinstall (B Team)

Best Forward: Nhun Sasalksanononon (A Team); Max Rusling (B Team)

Best Back: Sam Roberts (A Team); Edward Rosbrook (B Team)

Best Tackle: Finley Lewis (A Team); Jamie Rodway (B Team)

Most improved: James Eaton (A Team); Oliver Owen (B Team)

Outstanding Tourists: Simisola Jolaoso, George Tate, JJ Williams and Tybias Evans






A great time was had by all and a huge thank you to following staff who made the trip possible: Mr Jones, Mr Munn, Mr Burchett and Mr Sutherland. Thank you to the large group of parents for supporting the boys, which was gratefully received.