The Courier

Crescent U9s 'A' vs Crackley Hall U9s 'A'

Although only having had one training session so far this season, the U9s got their rugby off to a flying start with a fantastic 10-7 win against Crackley. Powerful running and good support work opened up an early lead over the home side, and a well organised defence held off a strong second-half comeback. Player of the match was Thomas B for his powerful running, with a special mention for Lucas for his exceptional tackling.

Crescent U8s 'A' vs Crackley Hall U9s 'B'

Crescent U8s showed real skill and determination in what for most of the team was their first ever competitive rugby match. Passing well, running hard and tackling ferociously, they came away with a very well earned 9-7 win against the home Crackley side. Joint players of the match were Max G-H and Feranmi for superb all-round play.

Mrs Dowling 

Mrs Kelsall

Despite the freezing temperatures, the Crescent boys played a fantastic game of tag rugby against Crackley, winning 12-10 in a close game that could have gone either way. Plenty of tries were scored on both sides but Crescent's defense secured the victory in the end. Matthew was the players' man of the match, with special mentions for both Maxi and Sam Y who covered the length of the pitch with try scoring runs on more than one occasion.

In only their second game of the season Crescent once again gave an excellent account of themselves in near sub-zero conditions, coming away with a deserved draw against a very strong Crackley team.

Although initially on the back foot due to some powerful rucking from the home side, Crescent rallied superbly in the second half, working hard on their support play and ball retention.

Super tries from Zac, Alex G and four from Timi saw the game finish 6-6. Timi was voted as player of the match by the opposition, with special mentions from the coaches for Alex G and Albert for their tackling and Zac for his powerful, jinking runs.