By Neale Emslie
Freelance Sports Writer
email: emslien@timesmedia.co.za
| Sat.30Apr | DHS | 60 | 0 | Ithembelihle |
| Sat.30Apr | Muir | 3 | 11 | Hudson Park |
| Sat.30Apr | Framesby | 20 | 20 | St Alban’s |
| Sat.30Apr | Dale | 74 | 0 | St David’s |
| Sat.30Apr | Stirling | 17 | 22 | Goudveld |
| Sat.30Apr | Daniel Pienaar | 28 | 6 | Graeme |
| Sat.30Apr | Queen’s | 40 | 18 | Pearson |
| Sat.30Apr | Grey HS | 27 | 8 | Parktown |
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APRIL 30, 2016
DAY ONE MATCH REPORTS
GREY HIGH 27 PARKTOWN 8
Grey High scored two tries in each half for a solid 27-8 win over Parktown in the final match of the opening day of the Standard Bank Grey Rugby Festival, powered by Powerade, at Grey in Port Elizabeth on Saturday.
Skipper David Masterson scored twice in the first half as the Grey forwards worked powerfully as a unit, driving back the Parktown pack in mauls to which the Johannesburg side had no answer.
That gave them a 15-3 lead at the break, with Parktown’s points coming from a penalty by flyhalf Ethan Anderson.
In the second half, Grey dominated territorially but came up against a determined Parktown defence. However, the home side would not be denied and flyhalf Lubabalo Dobela broke through to score a thrilling try, followed later by centre Josiah Twum-Baofo barging through the defence.
Parktown replied with a try by replacement wing Cole Rock with less than a minute remaining, but the day belonged to Grey, despite a number of unforced errors.
Point-scorers:
Grey 27: tries by No 9 David Masterson 2, No 10 Lubabalo Dobela, No 12 Josiah Twum-Boafo; conversions by No 10 Lubabalo Dobela 2; penalty by No 10 Lubabalo Dobela
Parktown 8: try by No 23 Cole Rock; penalty by No 10 Ethan Anderson
HUDSON PARK 11 MUIR 3
In a match where handling was difficult at times on a wet field following heavy overnight rain, Hudson Park came back from 3-0 down to register a hard-earned 11-3 win over Muir.
The Uitenhage side were first off the mark through a penalty by Neo Pepeta, but Hudson came back well to lead 5-3 at halftime after a good try by No 12 Siphamandla Krweqe. After a period of pressure, the centre took a gap and forced his way over from close range.
The East London boys dominated the second half and Muir battled to get out of their own half. On occasions when they threatened to break out, handling errors blunted any attacking chances.
Hudson had their chances as well, but Muir’s defence stood firm. However, the territorial domination resulted in two penalties, which eighth man Keenan Purcell converted to make the game safe for them.
Point-scorers:
Hudson Park 11: try by No 12 Siphamandla Krweqe; penalties by No 8 Keenan Purcell 2
Muir 3: penalty by No 15 Neo Pepeta
FRAMESBY 20 ST ALBAN’S 20
Framesby and St Alban’s fought out a thrilling draw as the fortunes in their match fluctuated from one side to the other.
Speedy Framesby wing Lindsay Potgieter showed scintillating form, beating the St Alban’s defence for pace on several occasions to cross for three tries.
Two of those came in the first half to give the PE side a 10-5 lead at halftime, but St Alban’s hit back immediately after the break when Conrad Lamprecht finished off an excellent backline move to score under the posts.
Framesby reclaimed the lead when Potgieter scored his third try, but St Alban’s again showed good finishing skills for their third try by Paul Teitge, which levelled the scores.
Framesby had the better of the game as they sought to break the deadlock, but St Alban’s kept them out to ensure the spoils were shared.
Point-scorers
Framesby 20: tries by No 11 Lindsay Potgieter 3; penalty by No 15 Riaan van Rensburg, conversion by No 15 Riaan van Rensburg
St Alban’s 20: tries by No 14 Matthew Theart, No 6 Conrad Lamprecht, No 13 Paul Teitge; penalty by No 15 Cornell Korff; conversion by No 15 Cornell Korff
DALE 74 ST DAVID’S 0
With centre Sibulele Mbana crossing for a hat-trick, Dale proved too slick for St David’s to run riot in a 74-0 victory, scoring 12 tries.
The Dalians seized the advantage early on and never let St David’s into the match as they led 29-0 at halftime.
In the second half, St David’s played a tighter game, using their forwards to press forward and although they camped on the Dale line at one stage, they could find no way through.
Instead it was Dale who looked dangerous every time they ran the ball, something which they showed a willingness to do throughout the match.
Point-scorers:
Dale 74: tries by No 12 Sibulele Mbana 3, No 3 Hennie Otto, No 20 Sikhokhele Buhlungu, No 4 Viwe Ntontela, No 7 Kwanda Dimaza, No 10 Siposethu Dlongodlongo, No 11 Siphosoxolo Dlongodlongo, No 13 Siphamandla Matsinya, No 14 Litha Nkula, No 15 Aphelele Fassi; conversions by No 10 Siphosethu Dlongodlongo 6, No 1 Lunathi Fonte
St David’s 0
DANIEL PIENAAR 28 GRAEME 6
Daniel Pienaar and Graeme were involved in a closely fought encounter until midway through the second half when the Uitenhage side took control with three quick tries to run out comfortable 28-6 winners.
Graeme were full value for their efforts and trailed only 7-6 until well into the game before Daniel Pienaar’s territorial domination and hard running at the opposition defence finally told as fullback Dylan le Roux ran in two tries and flank Pieter Gunter one to ensure the victory.
Le Roux’s second try came as the teams ran the ball when time was up. Graeme conceded possession and the fullback chipped ahead, and used his pace to dot down behind the posts.
Point-scorers:
Daniel Pienaar 28: tries by No 15 Dylan le Roux 2, No 14 Duwayne Nel, No 7 Pieter Gunter; conversions by No 15 Dylan le Roux 2, No 7 Pieter Gunter 2
Graeme 6: penalties by No 10 Sivu Ngqiyaza, No 15 Bukhosi Mnlambie
QUEEN’S 40 PEARSON 18
After an evenly contested first half, which ended at 13-13, Queen’s seized their chances after the break to run Pearson ragged for a solid victory.
The PE side were not helped by two yellow cards within minutes of each other and in this period, Queen’s rammed home their advantage with three quick tries. It gave them a cushion that they were never in danger of losing and Pearson could only get a consolation try late in the second half.
The Queen’s backs were full of running and their forwards gave a robust display to have Pearson under pressure for much of the game.
Point-scorers:
Queen’s 40: tries by No 2 Gareth Heidtmann, No 3 Sitsaba Moyake, No 5 Tristan Waller, No 8 Cameron Cato, No 15 Aviwe Mancotywa, No 18 Johan van Heerden 2; conversion by No 23 Keith Kroutz; penalty by No 23 Keith Kroutz
Pearson 18: tries by No 14 Bjorn Jonker, No 9 Raeez Harrison; conversion by No 10 Rodwill Baaitjies; penalties by No 10 Rodwill Baaitjies 2
Other scores:
Durban High School 60 Ithembelihle 0 (point-scorers not available)
Goudveld 22 (point-scorers not available) Stirling 17 (tries by No 12 Sako Makata 2, No 15 Khaya Nqashosho; conversion by No 10 Count More.
@Vleis: Thanks Vleis. Grey DHS was pretty tight. Didn’t hear that about Framesby dropping the ball. Nice let off for us. Safe travels back home
@QC2000: Framesby were 12 to 7 ahead about five mins into the second half and dropped the ball on the QC try line with none ahead. That might have changed the outcome, but QC was definitely stronger in the second half. Grey beat DHS by 16 to 7. Parktown best Pearson by about 40 to 12. Can’t remember the exact score. St ,David’s and Ithembelihle drew 12 all.
@QC2000: Hahahahaha!
Only heard the Dale and QC scores.Dale won 60-7 against Goudveld.
Anyone know any other scores from the day please?
Qc won 20-12. Framesby were up 12 nil early on from what I can gather. Now for Grey next weekend. Should be interesting. Grey have battled at the rec in recent years. Let’s hope for a lekker cold day with the field being that bit harder than normal
@Vleis: How often does a rugby side to on tour and come back with 2 draws?!?Hard luck
St Albans drew 10 all with Muir.
It was the reverse of the game v Framesby. This time, St Albans dominated territory and possession but Muir looked more dangerous with ball in hand. To be fair, St Albans played poorly, but had a penalty close to under the poles to win with no time left on the clock but missed it due to the wind. Perhaps, part of the problem was playing all the reserves who came on the tour.
According to the Muir parents, they played much better against St Albans than they did v Hudson Park. Well done to Muir.
@Vleis: Yeah size can be a factor against larger sides.Their hope is to not make mistakes to avoid set pieces
@Frik: I believe there are 2 under 19s in the team
I agree Dale is a talented side, we lost by quite a margin to them at Kearsney. I’m just wondering how many u/19’s in the team?
@Vleis: Agreed, Dale have some very skillful players but once they up against a big pack they battle a bit. Glenwood beat them 32-5 at Kearsney festival; http://www.glenwoodhighschool.co.za/sport-results/kearsney-festival-day-3-2016-glenwood-vs-dale-college-2016-03-28
@Playa: Thanks Playa. I meant to add a comment about Dale, as I’ve never seen them pay before. When they first ran onto the field I was a little surprised at how small they were, but I was also soon surprised at the talent. Of course, I expected them to be talented, but I didn’t expect every single player (including the props) to play like a speedy, skilful flyhalf!
They are going to blow away many sides this year, but I’d love to see them against a large, talented team like Affies, HJS or GCB.
The wind is like a gale this morning
@Vleis: I was iimpressed by the talent in that St Albans side.
What a disapointment that Grey doesnt play Outeniqua in the under age groups. The U/14 and U/15 age group matches would have been very interesting. Grey opting to play Parktown and Selborne, twice in one year, and giving Outeniqua no contest matches. I dont understand the logic. Well done on the 72-0 win for the U/15 team
. What a waste of time.
@Frik: Yes, I agree that Framesby had more territory and possession, largely due to St Alban’s line-out woes (as I mentioned above) but also due Framesby’s excellent ball retention. However, I thought that St Alban’s looked more dangerous with their possession than Framesby (apart from when your left wing had the ball). At the end of the day, St Alban’s won the 2nd half by 15 to 10, scoring two tries to one.
Framesby is slightly larger than St Alban’s, as you have 11 rugby teams v St Alban’s 10. St Alban’s are missing a wing and fullback due to cricket (SA u19 camp) and injury has robbed them of their 8th man (who is their kicker), lock (1st team player of the season last year already), 1st team wing from last year and a few others.
Anyway, I thought that the game was played in a good spirit and I wish Framesby best of luck for the season ahead. You do indeed have an extremely tough fixture list, but you nearly beat Glenwood last year, so if your team clicks you may cause a few surprises!
Good luck to all the boys Playing in difficult conditions, it seems to me that some teams cope better than others in the wet & wild
@Frik: I agree with you and you have plenty of strong opposition down that way, Grey PE, Dale, Queens, Selborne, Marlow, Daniel Pienaar, St Andrews, Graeme, Kingswood etc. I actually think the annual fixture vs Framesby for Glenwood isn’t the best as only about 10 teams play on the day. It’s good for friendships etc but is the long bus trip really worth it. I think Framesby is actually a bit like Boland Landbou, produce amazing results with so few boys. I reckon Nico Malan would probably be the best match for Framesby down that way…
@Grasshopper: Framesby is not a top tier school and in all likelihood they never will be. We do not even rank in the top 50, so I’m not sure why people seem to be surprised that we lose by big margins to the likes of Glenwood and GCB.
Yes, every once in a blue moon we do have a good side and can be competitive, this happens however every 5 years or so.
Framesby has approximately 120 rugby playing boys accross all age groups, not counting those that are begged to fill up a fourth or fith team to play against a bigger school.
Personally I disagree with our obsession to play most of our annual fixtures against sides ranked in the top twenty. We should play maybe 3 or 4 matches against top sides and for the rest compete against our own league.
While I agree with exposing your players to stronger opposition, I am however of the opinion that establishing a winning culture is more beneficial.
Ask GCB if they agree..
@Frik: it’s a bit of a rebuilding phase for Framesby, going to be tough for 2 years then your pretty good under15’s and under14’s will come through. That is what happens with smaller schools with less depth.
@Vleis: Not sure whether we watched the same match if you thought St Albans was the stronger side in the second half. What you fail to mention is that Framesby was camped in St Albans half most of the second half launching numerous attacks and that St Albans only got out just before the final whistle blew.
Personally I thought St Albans was lucky to get away with a draw. In any better officiated match the ball they dropped on the way to their last try would have been called a knock. This try by the way, coming of an intercept.
Framesby is a better side than their scores so far this season suggest, they lack focus on defence and also do not have the luxury of any depth. So injuries will always be a major disruption.
Of course I am a bit biased..
@Vleis: to think Glenwood beat Framesby 65-9. Seems there is a big gap developing between the top 20 and the rest…
St Alban’s were very rusty in the first half (after a month off), so were at risk of conceding a large lead to Framesby but a bit of luck and guts kept them reasonably close. In the second half, St Alban’s were the stronger side and had a lineout in the Framesby 22 with the clock showing 4 mins to go when the ref blew for full time. Not sure how (or why) that happened? Anyway, it was an exiting game considering the difficult conditions – cold, windy and wet.
Framesby dominated the lineouts, but the player of the match was, without doubt, the Framesby left wing who conjured up tries from impossible positions. I’ll be very surprised if he does not make te EP Craven Week team.