RGC 1404 Under 17 Development Squad 8 Canada Under 17 41
In spite of getting off to a flying start when with almost the first play of the game, Nant Conwy winger Sam Backshall plunged over in the corner,a spirited RGC 1404 Under 17 development squad was ultimately over-powered by a physical and direct Canadian side. In spite of the appalling conditions,both sides attempted to play attractive Rugby throughout throwing the ball wide with at every opportunity. RGC's other points came from the boot of Lewys Weaver and it was his second half centre partner Owain Aled who presented the young North Walians most potent attacking weapon, however this was very much an evening for learning both for those players making their debut in the regional arena and the watching RGC coaches as they look forward to a second game with Canada at Eirias Parc on Friday and to upcoming matches with Cheshire and Lancashire.
Commenting after the game Marc Roberts, North Wales Elite Player development Manager said,
'Just a couple of seasons ago we would not have entertained the idea of putting a development team up against such opposition as Canada. Toniht showed just how quickly we are moving as a region.It was great to give players,coaches and managers the opportunity to test themselves against such quality opposition.All can hold their heads high and I look forward to Fridays gamewith the main squad.'
RGC 1404 squad for Fridays game at Eirias Parc. KO 12:00pm
Joe Simpson-Bangor
Rhodri Evans- Caernarfon
Gareth Pym-Exiles
Ryan Kirby-Mold
Ollie Hughes-Mold
Mareddyd Francis-Exiles
Aaron Gwyn-Caernarfon
Llew Williams-Caernarfon
Jacob Meadows-Pwllheli
Michael Downey-Caernarfon
Rob Jones- Llandudno
Hugh Grundy- Mold
Meillir Parry- Bangor
Afon Bagshaw- Flint
Lewis Barker-Mold
Jac Williams-Ruthin
Owain Aled- Bala
Matt Richards- Ruthin
Jason Blackmore-Rhyl
Dion Jones- Nant Conwy
James Matthews- Exiles
Chris Matthews- Exiles
Andy Oakden- Exiles
Andre Channer-Hughes- Nant Conwy
Mike Jones-Ruthin
Phyl Roberts- Ruthin
Llion Evans- Llandudno
Ben Baker- Bangor
