YOUNG Isle of Wight rugby players gave it their all in a weekend packed full of friendly fixtures and sporting spirit.
Vectis RFC’s U9s travelled to Eastleigh Rugby Club for a day of warm-ups, tackling drills and a round-robin of friendly matches.
Eastleigh’s coaches praised Vectis for their communication skills.
Newer players impressed with their tackling and confidence throughout the sessions.
Vectis will host Eastleigh on the Isle of Wight next season.
The U12s stayed on home turf, welcoming Eastleigh and Portsmouth to a friendly 'festival of rugby' at IWRFC in Wootton.
Eastleigh requested as much game time as possible, so Vectis split into two teams to ensure everyone played.
Some Vectis players even joined opposition teams to boost numbers and help build friendships on the field.
Vectis demonstrated strong attacking moves, solid defence and good teamwork under pressure.
The U13s crossed The Solent to take on a physical Gosport side.
Despite a tough match, Vectis kept their heads up.
Jasper Branston controlled play in the middle, feeding centres Findley Stevens and Billy Young, with Jay Bexon making progress down the wing.
Harrison Parratt’s late run created space for Thomas Saunders to score a well-earned try.
Their coach, Sam Branston, said he was extremely proud of the team’s “bravery, dominant scrum and never-say-die attitude.”
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