Okehampton U15s 51

Okehampton U15s 10

OKEHAMPTON U15's took on Torquay this Sunday in a pre Hallowe'en clash who certainly made it a bit of a nightmare for the opposition as they ran in nine tries against a committed Torquay side.

From the start it looked like a bit of trouble for Okehamptoon as Torquay ran in the first try within the first couple of minutes to go five points up. However, Jake Shinn and Blake Lovejoy scored tries to take the lead. Jacob Horn slotted some good conversions and Oke had 14 points on the board. Jack Piper then started to increase the pressure by scoring the first of his three tries to stretch the lead.

Torquay came back with a second try in the second half, but then Okehampton simply blew them away with tries from Reece Peacock, Tallun Burns, Pat Ewen, and two more from Jack Piper.

The final play was a superb pinpoint cross field kick from Brandon Horn that put Luke Shinn to score their last points in at the corner.

Okehampton U14s 55

Torquay U14s 12

IN perfect playing conditions it was the home side who started the stronger. Okehampton took the game to Torquay and it was not long before they opened the scoring.

This was a good all round performance by Oke, showing what they can do when they work as a team and use everyone on the pitch.

Good tackling by the back row ensured Torquay could not play an expansive game and good support play by the Oke backs kept the opposition guessing. Torquay never gave up. Try scorers for Oke: Daniel Thorne (3) Jack Raymond, Harry Elliot (2), Joe Mawle, Johnny King and Kyle Pidgeon who scored his first try for the club. Conversions: Daniel Thorne and Liam Pyle.

Brixham U14s 29

Tavistock U14s 52

Spectators were treated to a pulsating match of rugby with both sides looking to run with the ball.

Tavistock scored first with the forwards winning good possession for Ben Milligan to break clear for the opening try, which George Hillson converted.

Ben Milligan quickly added a second after completing a good looping move with centre Bernie Sadler, which Hillson also converted.

Brixham, who were undefeated so far this season hit back with a try after some strong running from their big forwards. Milligan scored his third try of the half after he showed the pace to out strip his opponents and run in from the half way line; again George Hillson converted. Brixham rallied and after some nifty footwork from their outside half worked a second try.

Tavy forwards battled hard with back rowers Theo Cousins and Steve Kirby constantly getting stuck into the rucks and robbing their opponents of ball. Greg Cottrell and Harry Jeans scrummaged strongly and worked hard, making sure Tavistock kept winning the rucks. Ben Luke and Chris Watts ran the ball with determination and Scott Morris's hard and low tackling caused Brixham problems. Will Partington scored the away teams fourth try of the match but Brixham showed good spirit and scored a third try before the half time break.

Battling up hill and into the wind in the second half Tavistock made sure they kept the momentum as Milligan scored his fourth try; Hillson converted.

Brixham responded with a fourth try, which they converted and they were soon pressuring the Tavistock line again before Will Gardiner stripped the ball from them. A strong run from Bernie Sadler enabled Will Partington to break free and score his second try, which George again converted. Tavistock substitutes Matt Birch and Ben Grove made an impact, Matt with his tackling while Grove scored a cracking try after a quick exchange of passes with Will Gardiner.

George Hillson scored Tavistock's final try with Will Partington converting Brixham never gave up and scored a well deserved try right at the end of game, which they converted.

Torquay U13 22

Okehampton U13s 41

OKEHAMPTON secured their second win of the season, and passed 40 points for the second consecutive week — and all this was achieved with only 11 players!

Torquay sportingly offered two of their own to make the game a sensible one at 13 a side.

Okehampton never hit any great heights, but did enough for a comfortable victory. The score at the break was 17 apiece after Oke had played into the breeze. First half tries came from Greg Daniel, with two powerful thrusts from the number eight position at set scrums; and another from the lively Leon Horn, who also added one conversion.

The second half was a much more one sided affair as Okehampton used the open spaces more productively. Second half scores came from Greg Daniel with another brace to take his tally to four, and Ollie Ardon with two of his own. Leon Horn added a pair of conversions to secure a clear margin of victory.

Okehampton U12s 33

Torquay U12s 28

WITH plenty of space for a larger pitch this week Okehampton dominated play in the first half with tries in total from Tom S, Daichi (2), Kai and Nathan. George's kicking ensured that they stayed ahead.

A lineout near to Torquay's try line saw a nail biting moment for Oke but a quick thinking Nathan kicked the ball down towards the other end of the pitch for a good clearance.

Torquay scooped up the ball and worked hard to make up the lost ground, finally scoring after relentless pressure as the first half ended 21-7 to Oke.

In the second half Torquay played with more purpose bringing the score close to the home side.

With pressure Oke lost their shape allowing Torquay to have more effective attacks. However, sound defending from Callum, Daniel and Mo, determined running and passing through the backs Oke finished triumphant as the whistle blew.

Tavistock U11s 5

Withycombe U11s 0

IN the first game of a three way with Withycombe and Wadebridge, Tavistock faced their toughest challenge this season.

Both sides opened up with strong runs, hard tackling and fiercely contested rucks.  Harry Richardson, Reuben Coleman, James Roisseter and Jack Bellamy for Tavistock embraced the physical challenge while half backs Dan Pett and Harry E working hard. Both Matt Davey and Noah Berridge flew off the rucks to shut down the Withycombe fly half. Withycombe did eventually find a hole, only to be thwarted by some intense defence by full back Henry Varndell-Dawes.

Tavistock soaked up pressure with some intelligent use of the boot from Dan Pett and Edward Tait to clear. With Ben McKenzie, Dylan Owen and backs James Kenyon, Ollie Sampson and Cameron Hart trying their darndest to find a weak link to no avail.

A draw looking like a fair result when in the dying seconds of the game Matt Davey ripped the ball, charged down the line and went over in the corner to steal the game.

Tavistock U11s 38

Wadebridge U11s 7

TAVISTOCK's pack soon dominate the set pieces and the rucks. This gave Matt Davey the opportunity to crash over for his second of the day, quickly followed by a 20m run to the corner by Noah Berridge. Henry Varndell-Dawes, on loan to Wadebridge, replied for the visitors.

In the second half saw Tavistock ran in four more tries with Jack Baker and Noah Berridge setting up Jack Lancashire; Edward Tait stepping inside the Wadebridge fly half to score and further tries from James Roisseter and Henry Varndell-Dawes (this time for Tavistock). Conversions came from Edward Tait (3) and Henry (1).

Tavistock U9s 3 tries

Exeter Saracens U9s 2 tries

TAVISTOCK played well in defence and across the team were very committed in the tackle.  The boys pulled off a number of last ditch tackles that would otherwise have been scores for Saracens. 

With the ball Tavistock's handling, passing and support play were first class as they won a game they always controlled.  Captain Ben Pitts was player of the match scoring two powerful tries, and Joe Wheeldon added the third. 

Tavistock U9s 3 tries

Exeter Saracens U9s 7tries

A COMPLETELY different Tavistock side took a while to get going but despite going behind gritted their teeth and dug deep to pull themselves back.  There were last ditch tackles, most notably Alex Richardson, and some very good support play. 

Captain Ted Kenyon scored one and was player of the match for his tackling.  Alex Richardson and Charlie Hooper-Noulton completed the scoring. 

Okehampton U8s 6 tries

Torquay U8s 7 tries

THE visitors caught the home team sleeping to begin with but they soon woke up! The Torquay boys were quick and made the Oke players work hard. Captained by Lachlann, who scored two tries, they never gave up and the tagging was relentless. Alex covered the ground, passed to William who scored a try. Other try scorers were Adam and Alex 2. The support was supplied by Ben, Shea and Callum.

Okehampton U8s 11

Torquay U8s 5

WILLIAM made some impressive long runs and scored four tries. Callum and Alex were noted for their tagging skills together with Shea who was always ready to run with the ball. Tries Alex 2, Lachlann 2, Adam 2 and Callum.

Okehampton U8s 12

Torquay U8s 7

CAPTAINED by Archie, who scored two tries, everyone worked well in the sticky conditions. Some outstanding tagging was seen together with improving passing. Dan scored 3 tries, one superb effort, Finn 2, Alex 5. Support and backup was provided by Josh B, Toby, Callie, Liam and Ben.

Okehampton U8s 6

Torquay U8s 8

IMPRESSIVE teamwork was seen from all players with everyone's passing and tagging skills for Oke improving each week. Tries from Ben, 2, Dan, Archie and Toby.

Okehampton U7s 11 tries

Torquay U7s 11 tries

OKEHAMPTON played Torquay at North Tawton on a cold and windy morning with a Squad of only nine players.

The first game was fast and furious with some great tagging by Oke to stop the well organised Torquay side. Tries were scored by Matthew (5), Max J (2), Max B, Callum and Harry (2).

Okehampton U7s 9

Torquay U7s 10

ANOTHER good game by the boys but they became a bit tired against the rolling subs of Torquay and they just got pipped at the end. Oke tries scored by Max (4), Callum (2), Harry (2), Matthew.

Okehampton U7s 8 tries

Torquay U7s 7 tries

THE Okehampton boys did really well with only four players running their hearts out to win the first game. Tries scored by Freddie (4), Oliver (2), Cameron (2).

Okehampton U7s 7 tries

Torquay U7s 10 tries

OKEHAMPTON tries scored by Billy (2), Cameron, Freddie (3) and Oliver.