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Y9 Rugby Report

With some big names missing with injury the task looked daunting as Ivybridge arrived from the South of the county on Wednesday for a friendly, but highly competitive rugby match. The forwards were competitive led by Burt with some great rucking for the ball. Jack at scrum half rarely had issue at the break down with the lads, especially Jenson, clearing out and making safe the ball ready to release our flying backs.

Ivybridge were polished through the backs with some big ball carriers and it was them that opened the scoring after the low sun, and easterly breeze caused the first of many knocks on's by both sides. In fact the CVCC boys were somewhat blown away in the opening 20 minutes before some personal changes brought on Oli and moved the abrassive Henry to centre. A huge double tackle from Henry and Izaac put Ivybridge on the back foot and Ethan took advantage, kicking through a loose ball for the first of his 5 tries! Ned converted and then all hell broke loose as Clyst Vale took control of the half gaining 3 more tries following some great passing through the backs. New recruit on the wing Oli showed he is more than just a great footballer with some super hands and decent tackles, whilst  Oscar managed proceedings with style at 10. Izaac was quick and evasive with the ball and showed a wise head as he drew the last man before releasing Ethan for his second. 

The second half was dominated by a revitalised Ivybridge, crashing over for 4 tries, but with great spirit the Clyst Vale boys steamed forward wherever possible and finished with two more tries. A final score of 31-50 was fair and those that played should feel prowd of their efforts against one of the strongest school sides in the county. Player of the match: Ethan, 5 tries, tireless running in the backs and some great tackles.