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PNBHS 1st XV v Francis Douglas 1st XV

 
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PNBHS 1st XV v Francis Douglas 1st XV
by Sally Wenham - Thursday, 6 May 2021, 8:19 PM
 

The 1st XV travelled to Francis Douglas confident after two wins over the holiday period and keen to build on their recent performances.

The game started positively with PNBHS in the ascendency and looking threatening whenever they used the width. A wide pass found Ben Minhinnick in space and he showed good composure to find Leo Gordon on his inside for the first try. PNBHS were in a confident mood now and big carries from the forwards, led by Zane Munn, were creating a quick ball and challenging the FDMC defence and Curtis Heaphy took advantage to dart through a gap to extend the lead. As expected, FDMC responded well. They gained some field position and used their set-piece to create some pressure and scored a well-worked try to reduce the deficit. PNBHS rallied and from a well-worked set play forced a penalty which was quickly taken and Kahn Mason crashed over.
The half time chat focused on making sure we played in the right areas of the park while maintaining our urgency and intensity on both sides of the ball.

The boys took the message on board superbly. From the kick-off PNBHS set up camp in the FDMC 22 and off a scrum Ben Minhinnick charged into the line and got an offload away for Leo Gordon to dot down. PNBHS continued to control the game and despite some resolute FDMC defence, a short side play saw Joe Simpson-Smith score. FDMC rallied and attacked with vigour but the PNBHS defence stood firm before once again they secured possession and good interplay from backs and forwards created space for Sam Coles to finish.

An excellent team performance saw the team control the game and pick up a convincing victory. We now enjoy a weekend off before heading to Wellington on May 15th to play St Pats Town in the Hurricanes festival.

Scorers:
Tries: Leo Gordon (2), Curtis Heaphy, Kahn Mason, Joe Simpson-Smith, Sam Coles
Conversions: Curtis Heaphy (6)
Penalties: Curtis Heaphy