Okehampton U14s 5

Tavistock U14s 29

OKEHAMPTON having a positive season so far felt upbeat about

this local derby even though Tavistock are still a formidable force.

The home side did not get the best start and found themselves under pressure from the kick-off. Tavistock scrum half George Hillson bossed the forwards and looked to release the backs at every opportunity.

The Tavistock forwards did the basics well and their backs, caused the damage.

Fly half Ben Milligan for the visitors used his speed to score the first try. Full back Dan Willis turn over ball at the tackle well and he and debutant Billy McNicol were solid under the high ball and looked to counter attack at every opportunity.

Despite pressure from the Okehampton forwards, the Tavistock backs and forwards linked well for open side Will Gardner to scamper in for his teams second try. George Hillson converted.

However although Okehampton were 19-0 down at half time they had made the visitors work hard for every point. Some exceptional tackling from the Oke side, especially the backs, limited the damage.

Okehampton started to rally abit more in the second half with the scrums starting to function and their pick and drives making ground.

However it was the visitors' Ethan Lamerton who crashed over the line for his team's third try. This was shortly followed by a fine solo effort from lock forward Ollie Gandy who after collecting the ball in his own half bullocked over the line leaving defenders in his wake.

Oke got on the score sheet after a well worked line out move which saw Jack Dickinson stretch for the line.

The final try went to Tavistock's Matt Birch who took control of the ball 10 metres out and bust his way through the defensive line to score. George Hillson added the extra 2 points.

Credit must go to the whole team Okehampton team who never giving up and competing to the final whistle.

Tavistock U13s 33

Okehampton U13s 39

THIS fixture doubled up as a Devon plate match as both sides had been first round losers in this seasons main cup competition.

The game was reduced to ten a-side, which meant a difficult task for Okehampton on a full sized pitch against a side with plenty of pace to use out wide. To Oke's credit, they showed great spirit and commitment to grind out a tough win despite often being outpaced on the flanks.

The Oke pack was on top in the tight exchanges though, and they led at the half time break by 22-21. First half Okehampton tries were scored by Leon Horn, after a typical elusive runl Ethan Hoggins after a superb effort from distance; Greg Daniel using his power to good effect, and Ebby Vallance with a blind side sneak. Leon Horn scord one conversion.

Tavistock used the slope well to create space out wide, and they held the lead for most of the second half.

Okehampton trailed despite another forceful drive over the whitewash from Greg Daniel. The visitors defended well in the mud and eventually got their reward when Greg Daniel powered over for his hat trick score. Leon Horn slotted the difficult conversion to give the Okes the lead entering the last few minutes.

A fine victory was the wrapped up when Corey Holliday pilfered a loose ruck ball to score.

Okehampton U12s 7

Ivybridge U12s 26

THE game started on an already sticky pitch with Ivybridge dominating play from the outset although Okehampton resolutely defended against a continual bombardment from the visitors.

Due to Ivybridge's strong support and rucking it was only a matter of time before they scored, using their forwards effectively to gain possession and passing along the backs, out to the wing and over the line.

A predominantly defending game for Okes with some good tackling from Daichi, James and Imogen kept the score closer than it could have been but at half time it was 0-19 in the visitors' favour.

During the second half Okehampton continued their defence but during a lapse in Ivybridge's concentration James seized his chance, keeping the ball and drove for the line to score Oke's only try of the match. This was converted by George.

This seemed to ignite Okehampton but unfortunately a little too late as Ivybridge ran out winners.

Okehampton U11s 28

Ivybridge U11s 5

OKEHAMPTON came out firing on all cylinders and with a real determination.  Within minutes a great take under the high ball, saw Oke fullback Will Cunningham carve a speedy line from halfway to open the scoring. 

A physical, strong Ivybridge team was met with tireless tackling from all the Oke team, with Barnaby Waddell putting in another great performance in the scrum, making tackle after tackle and carries towards the Ivybridge line. Further workmanlike performances in the scrum from Cole Pengelly, Saul Holliday, Daniel Tomkins and Jake Laing-Taylor, created a solid platform for the backs to work from, whilst thwarting any opportunities for Ivybridge. 

Slick passing, despite difficult handling conditions, saw the backs link well, with Josh McCulloch bagging two well taken tries, with great support play from George Cox, Charlie Glanville, and Harry Laing-Taylor.  Joshua Burgoyne put in a dogged performance at scrumhalf, hounding the Ivybridge line, while distributing great ball to the backs.  Flyhalf, James Close (2), worked relentlessly harrying the Ivybridge players, winning some great turnover ball, and scoring a try. 

The second half saw Oke replacements James Stevens and Sonny Luxton bolster the scrums, with Matthew Denning, Jordan Hill, Robert Whitby and Daniel Wonnacott stepping up well in the backs. 

In the last minute of an entertaining game Ivybridge crossed the Okehampton line. 

This was a well deserved win Okehampton.

Okehampton tries: Will Cunningham, Josh McCulloch (2) and

James Close; conversions Joshua Burgoyne (2), James Close (2).

Okehampton U10s 5

Ivybridge U10s 25

IN muddy conditions Ivybridge got off to a strong start scoring three tries in a first half dominated by close forward play.

Okehampton's Dillon Nicholas and Ryan Smaridge were strong in the contact and worked hard up front while Jay Jenkins was also prominent with some aggressive straight running.

In the second half Theodore Jackson-Clist for Oke breeched opposition defence and scored a well deserved try which was good reward for his strong tackling throughout the game.

The game remained tight in the second half but Ivybridge ran out the eventual winners.

Oke U8s 12 tries

Ivybridge U8s 9

ON a sticky and muddy pitch the game started with plenty of tagging by all together with good passing. Captain Lachlann battled from the centre to the try line to score one of his four tries. Superb passing led to tries from Oke's William (2) and Archie S (1) with others scored by Saul (2), Shea (2) and Callum (1). Sam and Toby completed the team.

Okehampton U8s 9 tries

Ivybridge U8s 4

THE visitors borrowed Oke's Toby and Sam. Saul ran the length of the pitch for the first of his three tries. Lachlann added another try. Good tagging and support by William to Toby plus quick passing was displayed by the team. A superb loose ball picked up by William and passed to Ben led to the first of his tries tries.

The pressure was kept up by Oke and an excellent run was seen from Shea. Further tries from Callum and Toby with good support by Archie S and Sam.

Okehampton U8s 9 tries

Ivybridge U8s 9

OKEHAMPTON captain Josh scored a try and was noted for great tagging together. There were further tries from Alex (2), Ben (2), Korben, Archie G and Jacob (3).

The team showed their discipline in keeping a good working line and staying in their positions continually supporting each other. The second half showed how well matched they were as each team took turns in scoring.

Okehampton U8s tries 5

Ivybridge U8s 6

Captained by Korben who scored two tries for Okehampton the game started at a much faster pace with Dan scoring an early try. Good tagging was seen from Archie G, Jacob, Josh, Ollie (1) and Finn. Alex also scored while their was superb support was seen from Christopher.

Okehampton U7s 11 tries

Ivybridge U7s 11

OKEHAMPTON played Ivybridge for the first time on a sticky pitch making running hard work. 

All the boys and girl played a really good tag rugby and are beginning to play with a bit of teamwork, helping each other out tagging and passing.

Tries scored by Grady (5), Cain (2), Thomas J, Max J (2) and Callum.

Oke U7s 11 tries

Ivybridge U7s 10

TRIES scored for Okehampton by Cain (3), Max J (3), Billy (3), Callum and Thomas J.

Okehampton U7s 15 tries

Ivybridge U7s 15

TRIES for Okehampton scored by Matthew (4), Oliver (5), Cameron, Harry (2) and Max B (3).

Oke U7s 14 tries

Ivybridge U7s 17

OKEHAMPTON tries scored by Oliver (5), Matthew (2), Harry (4), Max B and Cameron (2).

n AFTER last year's Bryanston Sevens cup semi-final loss to Cheltenham, Mount House first VII's chances, hopes were high for a good afternoon of rugby in glorious sunshine.

The first game against Cheltenham again proved to be by far the stronger team, and although Mount House lost 7-43, they did score through Joe Beck.

The rest of our pool games were to be much closer. Mount House beat Sunninghill 7-5 against Sunninghill then lost narrowly to Highfield, and by a wider margin to Dumpton.

Mount House's final pool match ended in a 5-10 defeat to All Hallows, but Mount House scored the try of the tournament in this game, with a fine run the length of the field by Ed FitzGerald leading to a try by Marcus Watson.