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| The VRC battles Burnaby Lake in this Ruck-Muck-stylized file photo. Both 1sts and 2nds dropped their exhibition matches to Burnaby Sept. 7. |
An offseason training regimen saw the familiar, returning
players looking fit. And many of the new recruits carried themselves like
seasoned rugby players.
2NDS
The 2nd division started strong, keeping ball in hand for
the most part. They put together some solid phases and played convincing rugby
during the opening part of the match. Their offensive play reflected some
strong pattern and structure, but they lacked the rehearsed, free-flowing
aspects the Rowers surely hope will come as they move through the season.
A well-drilled Burnaby team played strong defense and took
advantage of turnover ball to put up more points than the Red and White. Final
score: 43-20 to Burnaby Lake.
1STS
Mistakes near the in-goal area cost the Rowers’ top side more
than one try, but overall good play from the forward pack kept the 1sts playing
respectable rugby. Winger Sean Hickson stood out, showing that he belonged on
the top squad with an impressive chase and tackle near the Rowers’ goal line.
Burnaby Lake made fewer mistakes than the VRC and they did a
better job of capitalizing on opportunities created by the Rowers. Final score:
43-13 to Burnaby Lake.
After the game, Coach Sabell noted that while his club still
had a long way to go in terms of conditioning and defense, he's encouraged by
the fact that his charges appeared to be mentally and physically capable of playing
rugby at the CDI Premiership level.
EXHIBITION
The premiership season doesn’t begin until Oct. 5., but
Sept. 14 will be the last VRC exhibition match until the season begins.
SEPT. 14
11:30 a.m. 3rds vs. Mountain Old Boys, regular season (Brockton)
1:00 p.m. 2nds vs. UBC Old Boys, exhibition (Brockton)
2:45 p.m. 1sts vs. UBC Old Boys, exhibition (Brockton)
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