RGC 1404 UNDER 18 21 BLUES 46
RGC 1404 Under 18s had gone into this match with their confidence sky-high following their victory in their previous game against the table-topping Scarlets and in the early stages it appeared as if this confidence might not be entirely misplaced as they dominated the early precedings and had their efforts rewarded when skipper Alex Schwarz scooted down the blindside to open the scoring after only 6 minutes. Although the Blues struck back,shortly afterwards, with a try of their own from Bradley Thyer, the home sides advantage was extended with a long-range penalty from Dion Jones who had previously converted Schwarz's try. Jones was to add a further 3 pointer before half-time but in spite of his efforts the RGC 1404 side went into the half-time break trailing by 20 points to thirteen as the Blues scored further tries through Ryan Evans and Simon Pring. The Blues extended their lead further shortly after the break as their impressive flanker and skipper Ellis Jenkins crashed over from short-range and he was to score again 5 minutes from time,his efforts sandwiching other Blues tries scored by Rhys Patchell and Jac Hopkins. Although the young North Walians were to have the final word when Lewis Barker scored a good solo try with almost the final play of the game, it was a case of too little,too late. This victory means the Blues go back to the top of the regional age-grade championship,whilst for the RGC 1404 side who remain bottom,albeit only on points difference,it will be a case of looking to get their campaign back on track in next Sundays game away at the Ospreys.
Will Morecombe
RGC 1404 UNDER 18 MANAGER
