Pocklington RUFC U14 25
Driffield RUFC U14 5
Last Saturday, on a cold wet and overcast morning, Driffield U14s travelled to Pocklington School to play against a team with a good track record against Driffield.
It was a game of mixed emotions and loyalty for some of the parents as some of the Pocklington school team is made up of Driffield players who had elected to play for their school team this time around.
Pocklington kicked off and immediately put Driffield under pressure, however a great recovery kick from Harry Jackson turned the play and Driffield moved game into the Pocklington half. Driffield then capitalised on their advantage and a great effort from Harry Jackson resulted in first blood to Driffield.
Pocklington were not however going to give in easily on home turf and soon put Driffield under pressure once more, this time resulting in Pocklingtons’ first try.
The home side added two further tries in the first half to leave the half time score at Pocklington 15 Driffield 5.
The second half started as the first had finished with a well drilled and well organised Pocklington team not allowing Driffield back into the game, and on occasions pushing the limits of play by keeping hold of the ball following legitimate tackles - this often going unnoticed.
Driffield did not let this get them down and kept battling to the end.
Pocklington added a further two tries in the second half leaving the final score Pocklington 25 Driffield 5.
Coach Mike Bemrose praised the team’s performance, especially in defence and when put under pressure.
Coach Andy Ramsey commented on the team’s resilience and that they kept their heads up and never gave in. Jay Cawthorne, Elliott Clarke and Harry Jackson receiving special mentions from the coaches for their exceptional contributions.
Driffield are always looking for additional players. If you are interested then please visit www.driffieldrufc.com