Match Report

Ionians Alligators v Hull U11’s - 11th October 2009

The Alligators came out feeling extremely positive and confident today, bursting with energy and full of passion. They gave an exhilarating performance, full of enthusiasm and intrepid playing skills throughout the game.

Our first try of the day, setting an all-time record for the Alligators, came within the first few seconds of play after a magnificent pass out to the wing resulting in a rapid sprint down the touch line and over the try line. This set the pace for what became a torrent of tries by the Alligators, all executed with precision. An amazingly fast dash down the opposite wing, a sly and clever weave through an oblivious Hull defence, last minutes ditches and dives over the white line and an even more impressive kick with a clever follow through provided the Alligators with an array of equally as impressive tries.

Only a few dropped balls occasionally hindered the Alligators but, everything considered, the passing skills, whether offloading or receiving, were impeccable and somewhat awe-aspiring to watch.

The Alligators assumed their positional play without too much trouble, with each player scrupulously aware of their options before carefully executing each manoeuvre with fine accuracy. Some amazing and well thought-out tackles certainly prevented Hull from securing any tries; especially those close to the Alligators’ try line.

Positive thinking, a well balanced team, and some exquisite teamwork ensured the Alligators finished the day with a breath-taking and thoroughly well deserved victory.

MAN OF THE MATCH: Alex Turner for his fantastic and audacious contribution throughout the game. Placed in a position new to Alex, he took on the task of full-back and played it to perfection. Only one ball managed to escape the grasps of this determined player and after catching some amazingly high and long balls, we can surely forgive him the one that got away. Alex’s ability to be a good all-round versatile player has made him a welcome asset to the Alligators.

MATCH SUMMARY:

Results:
Alligators 52 - 0 Hull

Try Scorers:
George Boynton 2
Elliot Adamson 2
Dominic Singh 1
Kobe Allenby 1
Oscar Cavill 1
Thomas Rivers 1

Conversions:
Elliot Adamson 6


Attendance: (Home) 19/22 - (86%)

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