Ionians Alligators v Scunthorpe U11’s
22nd November 2009
The unfortunate outcome the Alligators suffered at last week’s festival certainly didn’t encumber their fantastic performance against Scunthorpe. After only five minutes of play, the Alligators had already taken control and comfortably netted two wonderfully executed try's. Even with the first conversion being forgotten by the overzealous referee and, unlucky for the Alligators, the second just hitting the cross-bar, the Alligators still managed a 10-0 lead only five minutes into the game. It was an incredible start that gave the Alligators the edge and the confidence they desperately sought after.
After a great start for the Alligators, Scunthorpe began realising a weak defence was thwarting their chances, and stepped up their performance with some imposing tackles and ball work. A long and perfect kick very nearly gave them the opportunity but, alas, they hadn’t counted on the fast paced tackling skills of the Alligators and their ability to stop an opponent in full sprint.
A penalty kick awarded to Scunthorpe nearly gave them another chance, but a quick thinking Alligator quickly intercepted the ball and high tailed it towards the try line. After covering fantastic ground he was brought down just shy of the try line, but not before a discreet and sly offload to his backup who elegantly dived over the white wash to secure another five points, quickly followed by the perfect conversion, making it 17-0 at half time.
After a quick succession of try's in the first quarter, both sides upheld a good defence, with neither side getting close to the try line. Scunthorpe, however, struggled to maintain their defence against the Alligators for long. After another pass out onto the wing and a mad dash along the touch line, the inevitable try touched down with pride and much applaud.
Throughout the game, the Alligators executed their moves with precision, working together with phenomenal results. The team simply gelled as one and moved forward with unequivocal strength, a strength they had in abundance. Sadly, Scunthorpe only came close to scoring on a couple of occasions when the Alligators’ defence slipped. Apart from that, they had little hope of even seeing the Alligator try line, let alone crossing it.
MAN OF THE MATCH: Jack Hatfield for yet another dazzling performance. Jacks’ tackling skills are somewhat breathtaking to watch and usually executed with such finesse. Jack has several attributes to his credit, his ability to kick the perfect conversion or the long ball downfield and his unique barge and dive over the try line for the ultimate effect when grounding the ball. A true asset to his team, Jack very seldom disappoints and very often plays his part to great acclaim.
MATCH SUMMARY:
Results:
Alligators 52 - 0 Scunthorpe
Try Scorers:
Elliot Adamson 3
George Boynton 2
Robert Davies 1
Dominic Singh 1
Sam Howard 1
Conversions:
Elliot Adamson 3
Jack Hatfield 1
Michael Walker 1
Attendance: (Away) 19/22 - (86%)
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