Okehampton U15s 10

Worth School 0

THE U15s had a three way game against Sussex touring school side

Worth College and local rivals Crediton.

Both visitors opted to play

first and against previous weeks form the Okehampton forwards were slow

to start.

The visitors lacked support play to cause too many problems. The length of time the visitors had the ball from the kick off was a cause of concern for the home team.

However late in the first half Okehampton played themselves into the opposition's territory and cause them some problems. At half time it was all still to play for and after the break Oke began to up their game. The forwards began to get involved and started to win the ball at the break down. The ball also started to be spread wider. Liam Pyle scored the first points diving over the line from a driving maul.

Although Okehampton looked in more control of the game now, some good defence kept the score to a minimum. Okehampton found themselves with a penalty in front of the posts on the 22 metre line. The decision was taken to go for posts to extend the score. The conversion and penalty was taken by Daniel Thorne.

Crediton U15s 0

Okehampton U15s 12

THIS was a game of two halves. Okehampton were happy to stand

off and let Credtion run at them but after half time the away team sprung into action. Okehampton starting to use the pick and drive to good effect. Liam Pyle again open the scoring and the conversion taken by Daniel Thorne. William King scored in the dying minutes to ensure the game was won. A good win although the squad made hard work of it.

Okehampton U14s 5

Crediton U14s 39

AFTER a bright start, Okehampton faded badly in the second half, as one of the county's strongest sides inflicted a defeat that should have been by a smaller margin.

Oke played down the slope first up on the club's main pitch. They began with vigour and enthusiasm, as they had the better of the first quarter against much bigger opponents. Prolific number eight Greg Daniel gave Oke the lead their early pressure deserved, after he picked up and went blind from a five yard scrum.

Oke continued to ruck and pass well, George Ogbourne being particularly prominent up front, but as the interval approached they let things slip. Crediton's strong rangy wingers were already causing problems, and their right winger soon levelled the scores.

At 5-5 all at half time, things were going reasonably well for the home side but then Oke retreated into their shells and their lack of fitness began to show.

Crediton took the lead with a converted try, followed quickly by a penalty kick. Oke were struggling to escape from their own half, and the tackling was getting weaker by the minute, only Jack Ogbourne remaining blameless with some fine defence. Oke were failing to clear their lines effectively, and the pressure was telling.

Aided by slack defence, Crediton moved the ball well to take full advantage of their superiority out wide to score four more tries before the close.

The match was closer than the score suggested, but Oke never turned up for the second half and were guilty of showing too much respect for their opposition. This Sunday Oke U14s play Bideford.

Crediton U13s 12

Okehampton U13s 50

AFTER last week's lacklustre victory, the boys turned in a performance that was nearly flawless in an exhilarating match.

In a good team performance, particular mention should be given to Jo S for his excellent ball carrying, Mo T for his non-stop tackling and work at the breakdown and to James M for making ground with every break.

From the whistle Oke were on the front foot, keeping hold of the ball and going through several phases of possession, before Daichi made a break. Nathan was then on hand to receive the pass and open the scoring.

A second try was quickly added after good work by the forwards enabled the backs to work the ball across the pitch to James J on the wing, his pace seeing him safely over in the corner.

A third try was added after great link up play by the back row, with Nathan providing the pass to Tom S who scored under the posts. This was then converted by George, one of his five on the day.

The fourth try came from a quick tap at the penalty, with forwards and backs combining to give Daichi the opportunity to score.

Crediton started the second half brightly, scoring quickly to reduce the deficit. Their joy was short lived though as Tom S ran in three quick tries to take the game away from them.

The icing on the cake for Okehampton was a break by fullback George who left the opposition in their wake to score under the posts.

Crediton added a consolation try late on, but all credit should be given to Okehampton for a dazzling display.

Wadebridge Camels U12s 0

Tavistock U12s 42

A CRACKING game of junior rugby unfolded at Wadebridge on Sunday.

Tavistock played Kiran at center and Matt) at full back, with debutante Luke on the wing and prop Jaxom playing his second game. They soon showed their hunger for the ball and flexed some pack muscle via Reuben, Ben, Luke W and Jaxom  with the backs passing to create a first half mainly camped in the Wadebridge half.

However the Camels did not lie down quietly. A fairly even forwards game played out with both sides setting up rucks and competing hard for every inch.

The difference came with Tavistock relentless pressure, pushing them back and eventually leading to a try for Edward Tait after he caught a clearance to go over the Wadebridge try line. This was quickly followed by a try for Kiran Warner in the corner and one for Noah Berridge after some solid mauling by the Tavistock pack from a lineout.

The second half saw Tavy keep up the pressure and some good distribution from half backs Tom Persse and Edward Tait keeping the ball flowing wide which gave Ollie Sampson  and Luke Edwards the opportunities to make strong runs down the wings.

Only determined tackling kept Tavistock out, but another five metre lineout catch from James Roisseter and ensuing maul saw Noah Berridge spin out and score. Kiran added another out wide and James Kenyon scoed a well deserved try from under a pile of defenders.

Conversions came from the boots of Edward and Kiran, with Luke Edwards earning himself the player of the match after a try saving tackle in the late stages .

Jack Baker and Dylan Owen played hard for both teams. The score line definitely did not reflect the ferocity of the Wadebridge team throughout the whole game. Both teams were a credit to their clubs.

Okehampton U11s 29

Teignmouth U11s 28

THIS was a closely contested game, a game of breakaway tries by Seb, Theo(2), Corey (2) after some good rucking and mauling from both teams.

Okehampton demonstrated a continued improvement considering the opposing team had numerous substitutions with good defence by Jay Jenkins and Charlie Jarvis.

Okehampton U11s 21

Crediton U11s 14

THIS was an even game for the first quarter with some excellent rucks and tackling from both teams.

Oke dominated the first half leading to three tries from Jay Jenkins, Oliver Johns and Theodore Jackson-Clist and three conversions well kicked by Oliver.

This quarter showed excellent play from player of the match Andrew Craigen.

Tom Briame persevered well continuing to play despite a couple of tough injuries. There was good defence from Dillon Nicholas and Corey Hodgeson.

In the second half Crediton dominated play with substitutions as Okehampton tired. but Oke clung on with good tackling at the end. There was an excellent team performance by all.

n The team welcome new players who can contact the coach Richard Johns on 07788717128 or come along to training on a Friday night from 6-7pm by the astroturf in Simmons Park.

Crediton U9s 70

Okehampton U9s 80

THE Okehampton players started the quarter as the dominant side as, Crediton seemed hesitant to begin withe overwhelmed by the forcefulness of the visitors.

Good passing was seen between Oke's Shea, (2 tries) and Adam (1), while Saul had a superb day, channelled his energy relentlessly and was rewarded with five tries.

The second quarter started with a good run from Will, who scored one try for Oke. Jacob passed quickly to Toby and on to Will who took a hefty blow into touch.

Crediton began to find their confidence and mustered six tries in the quarter. Always in the thick of play was Josh scored 2 tries and Lachlann one.

The third quarter seemed to see Crediton improving again with their passing but Okehampton kept on the attack preventing the ball passing up the pitch for quite some time.

When Oke came close to the Crediton try line the boys worked as a team attacking, noticeably Callum. Chris made a run for the line but was bought down. Shea barged on through to score is try.

The final quarter again saw Lachlann on the attack, always having the try line in his sights, often with the opposition hanging on! He was rewarded with a try. Josh scored 2 tries. Adam tackled hard throughout and Archie is always there willing to get stuck in.

Okehampton U8s 16

Exmouth U8s 8

OKEHAMPTON played with good team work in this game with good support running and excellent tagging.

Some good running by Matthew led him to three tries supported by Oliver (3), Freddie (2), Cameron (2), Tyler (2) and Max B and Thomas Jake one each with support by Callum K.

Okehampton U8s 25

Exmouth U8s 17

OKEHAMPTON started well with a try within seconds from Grady with a great run up the line.

The Oke side worked well together with some strong tagging from Max J and catching from Billy and Harry.

Oke are beginning to work well as a team and this resulted in good wins for both sides. The boys are starting to learn from the training which has been showing in the games with excellent passing and running lines.

Tries by Grady (18), Harry (2), Daniel (2) ,Billy (2) and Cain with good support from Callum R and Max J.

A great result for both teams who are looking forward to next week's home game to Tavistock.

THE newest recruits to Tavistock Rugby Club are already showing their mettle with wins against their first two opponents at home at Sandy Park.

It's been the highest new intake of the club with up to 25 five and six year-olds regularly turning out for Sunday morning training sessions alongside teams from every age group up to Colt level.

The U7s side have now played games against OPMs and Stonehouse Sharks.

Tavistock took the honours in three of the games 5 tries to 2, 5-2, 5-0 and drawing the fourth 4-4.

Showing try scoring flair already were Jack Mackenzie, with three tries, Charlie Fletcher, Nathan Tyler, Finlay Beatty, Edward Sorenson (3), Dominic Moule, William Addison (2), Brendan Harper, Matthew Sleep, Michael Stewart Reid, Alastair Horler (2) and Tom Wilkinson (2).

There was fine supporting play from Fergus Williams, Lewis Meads, George Poppe, William Taynton-Young and Louis Squires.

Tavistock U7s are away to Okehampton this Sunday.   

THREE boys from Mount House School have been selected for the Devon Prep Schools XV squad to play against Somerset on November 24.

Jaime Mansilla-Pablos has been named at prop forward, Joe Beck on the wing, and Ludo de Falbe as reserve forward.