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UNDER 16's

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BANGOR 5 - COLWYN BAY 8

SUNDAY MARCH 16^rh

The overnight rain made the pitch soft and muddy and the game was mainly a contest between to packs of forwards. Bangor were missing a few players who had gone to the international in Cardiff. Elis Albutt-Morgan made his first start at full back and did well. Bangor applied the early pressure and persistent occupation of the visitors 22 m area was rewarded with a try from Ewan Roberts. Colwyn Bay then applied pressure of their own and were only kept out by good tackling with forwards Ryan Butler and Jack Owens prominent in wrestling the ball from the visitor. Jonni Hughes was just short with a long range penalty attempt.

 

Bangor's best chance of the second half came from a strong run from winger Jake Hughes. Charlton Davies put in some hard work in the loose and the visitors didn't look like scoring until a mistake from Bangor saw a kick ahead go to the Bay's left winger who outpaced the defence to score an equaliser. They nearly scored another soon after when their right winger took an interception but was tackled short of the line. The game continued to be forward dominated and Bangor's pack took several scrum against the head but they couldn't make much progress. Hughes just missed the uprights with another penalty attempt that would have sealed the match and just when it seemed that the game would go into extra time Colwyn Bay were awarded a penalty in front of the posts and the last action of the match was a successful kick.

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The kick that would have won the game - I thought it went over.

 

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UNDER 16's

WREXHAM 14 - BANGOR 19

SUNDAY MARCH 2^nd

Bangor were made to work really hard for all their procession. In the first half both teams created chances with attacking rugby but failed to turn them into points. Bangor's forwards eventually started to dominate play  and this led to Jack Owens gaining Bangor's first with the conversion missed. The home team hit back with a well worked try from the line out took the lead with a successful conversion.

In the second half Bangor found themselves in an unfamiliar situation and needed good secure possession in their phase play. Their second try came from serious running play which was stopped metres away from the try line and Bangor's forwards had to create further procession from several ruck's leading to Mike Roberts getting the ball down. Outside half Jonni Hughes added the conversion. The third try came from  another round of forward  play  that put Ryan Butler  in with another Jonni Hughes conversion. Now leading 19-7 Bangor looked the dominant team but got the wrong side of the referee's decisions in the last 20 minutes of the game. This let Wrexham gain their second converted try. The game deteriorated into a mess that spoiled the game but Bangor's defence held up to all that was thrown at them. The game ended with a well earned  win. The man of the match was young Lawrence O'Donnell who played out of position but demonstrate will and adaptability on the wing.

There is no game next week due to the internationals. Coaches report that Bangor are progressing well but will need to improve in several key phases in preparation for several difficult games ahead.

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UNDER 16's

BANGOR 49 v 12 LLANDUDNO

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 3rd

Bangor took their undefeated run to 11 games with an impressive victory over visitors Llandudno. Playing with the wind in the first half Bangor opted for a tight forward game rather than taking advantage of the wind. This required a changed game plan that produced good interplay between the forwards and backs. The first try came from quick ball from the base of the scrum. Ryan Butler passed to Iwan Roberts who scored in the corner for an unconverted try. The line-outs were very difficult for both sides and Bangor's second try came from loose play with Jake Williams driving hard to score. Jonni Hughes added the two points. The visitors responded well by scoring in the corner. Bangor responded themselves with three quick unconverted tries by Rhys (Tito) Owen, Jake Hughes, and Charlton Lee.

Leading 29-5 at half time and playing against the wind Bangor started changing the structure of the team by using all their subs, fielding several young players who have demonstrated maturity in the last few months. The forwards were more dominant driving hard yards up field and creating spaces for the backs to attack. Jake Hughes made an excellent break passing to Iwan Roberts to score under the post. The next try came when Iwan Roberts created quick ball to Jonni Hughes to score. Llandudno were attacking at every opportunity and they created a good try in the corner which was converted.

As the game progressed Bangor maintained their game plan driving hard and securing the ball until the backs needed it. Jake Hughes was very busy looking for work throughout the game and managed to gain his second try. The forwards were rewarded when Jake Williams got his second try.

The game finished 49-12 , and Ryan Butler gaining the man of the match for the consecutive week.

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UNDER 16 RUGBY REPORT

CAERNARFON 8   BANGOR  10

 SUNDAY JANUARY 27^th 2008

Caernarfon became Bangor's 10th successive victory  in a hard fought battle away from home. With a number of players missing through North Wales commitments and illness the younger Bangor players had to step up and they did just that to overcome a determined Caernarfon side who played aggressively to try and secure a home win. Bangor scored the first try with a powerful forward surge with Mike Roberts using his strength to get over for the 5 points. A lot of hard work from Bangor to get downfield was left unrewarded after constantly giving away penalties at the crucial moment, one of which was converted by Caernarfon for their first score. Bangor struck back with winger Jake Hughes kicking through and finishing it off for Bangor's second try to make it 10 - 3 at half time. Lewis Rushton had to leave due to work commitments which changed the game plan slightly with Jake coming in from the wing to flanker and Sam Mc Kenzie coming on at wing. A good run from Sam resulted in injury and was replaced by Rhys Bach and Ellis getting injured had Dion Mc Grath coming on at No 10. Very good defence from Bangor resulted in a yellow card for Jake who was slightly over enthusiastic in the tackle. Caernarfon struck back with a well worked try but Bangor hung on for a deserved win. Ryan Butler was todays Man of the Match playing at No 8 and led his forwards by example with his constant ball carrying and ferocious tackling.A mention to Sam and Ellis who were both injured during the game and for Rhys and Ivo who both put in try saving tackles. A good squad effort but plenty to work on for next weeks game against Llandudno

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UNDER 16 REPORT

Nant Conwy 0  Bangor 36.

SUNDAY JAN 13^th 2008

In terrible conditions and with the home team unable to field a full side Bangor had to adapt to 14 man rugby and against the wind in the first half. Bangor played intelligent rugby by playing the game tight. The forwards worked hard in the scrums winning the ball against the head several times. The first try came from dominant forward phases of play and Jack Owens drove hard to score under the post. Jonni Hughes converted. The second came soon after with another forward drive and Jack Owens gained his second try with the conversion missed.

 

With the lead of 12-nil and the wind behind them in the second half,  Bangor started to dominate all phases and the opposition gave away penalties that slowed the game down indicating their frustration. Yet again the squad of young players were given the chance to experience a different style of rugby. Carl Roberts had Bangor's third try and converted by Jonni Hughes. Further tries came soon after from Iwan Roberts, Ryan Butler and Jake Hughes.

 

Today's man of the match was Morys Williams who played well securing all loose ball.

 

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BRO FFESTINIOG 7 - BANGOR 46

UNDER 16 AGE GROUP

SUNDAY JANUARY 6^th 2008

 

Bangor turned out for their first game of the new year at Bro Ffestiniog in their new  sponsored by the Army Unit in Bangor. They had a few players returning from injury (P.J. and  Sion Kendrick) and several under 15s getting a chance to experience this level of rugby.
The first half wasn't a satisfactory  and the coaches thought it was patchy with the set phases not going Bangor way. As the game went on Bangor forwards started to dominate the set pieces providing the young backs with quick ball. First try came from Charlton Lee then a further two tries from scrum half Iwan Roberts who continued snipping and attacking Bro's defensive line.
The second half started with Bangor leading 17-nil. The team started to created good passive set phases leading to tries from Jake Hughes, Jonni Hughes, Meurig Evans, and was finished off with today's man of the match Ryan Butler having two individual tries to end the game Bangor winning 46-7.

Next weeks game against Pwellheli has been rearranged due to Pwellheli unable to gather a full team. A fixture has been arranged for Bangor to visit Nant Conwy Kick Off 11am.

 

The picture shows coaches former Bangor player Aled Hughes and D. Brace with under 16 players receiving their new kit at the Army Careers centre

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BANGOR 32 - LLANGENI 0

UNDER 16 AGE GROUP

SUNDAY DECEMBER 1^st 2007

 

Although Llangefni had plenty of possession it was Bangor who did all the scoring. Playing into a strong wind Bangor scored twice in the first half.  No.8 forward Jack Owen was very prominent in harassing the visitors and  soon opened the way for outside half Jonni Hughes to score a try. Bangor scored again after a huge rolling maul and then letting the ball out to the backs. Liam Carr almost made the line  but popped the ball up to Charlton Hughes for the try.

The second half was largely played in the Llangefni half and although the visitors did well to win lots of ball they were never able to break out with the wind against them. Bangor kept plugging away and the scores started to come. First Jonni Hughes went in under the sticks and converted his own try. The next try came after a linout and a clever cross kick to the far corner was touched down by centre Meurig Roberts. Scrum half Iwan Roberts had a superb game and fully deserved the next try to come. In the final minutes winger Jake Hughes caught a failed clearance and ran down the touchline

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1.  Jake Hughes after the ball.

2.  Jonni Hughes scores in the corner.

3.  Jonni Hughes came close with this touchline conversion.

4.  Bangor attack

5.  Lineout

6.  Bangor attack

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1. Bangor attack

2. Ruthin take a lineout

3. Bangor pass the ball along the line.

4. Jonni Hughes scores the first Try

5. The incident when Llyr Roberts received his facial injury while scoring.

6. Jake Hughesattack down the touchline.

    BANGOR 63 - BRO FFESTINIOG 14

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 11^th 2007

Bangor overpowered their visitors with good open rugbyand forward domination that ensured they had plenty of ball in the backs. The half time score was 34 - 0. Bro made a bit of a comeback in the second half scoring two well worked tries in the back division.

Bangor's scorers were Llyr Roberts (2 tries), Meurig Evans (1 Try), Jack Owen (1 Try), Jonny Hughes (2 tries 5 conversions), Morys Williams (2 tries) Iwan Roberts (1 try), Jake Hughes (1 try) and Liam Carr (1 Try)

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BANGOR 33 - CAERNARFON 0

SUNDAY OCTOBER 28^th 2007

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bangor 54 Macclesfield 5.

Bangor were too good for their visitors from over the border and put on an impressive display of teamwork and rugby skills. They deprived their visitors of possession and punched through the defence in the backs and in the forwards.

Bangor's tries came from Jack Owen (2), Lliam Carr, Ewan Roberts (2), Jake Hughes (2), Morys Williams, Oleu Peyrasse and Meurig Evans. Jonni Hughes kicked 2 conversions.

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LLandudno  14    Bangor    38.

Sunday October 7^th 2007

Today's' game was disrupted from the start, several key players weren't available or injured so the full squad was used and several younger players stepped-up to help. On arrival Bangor were informed that Llandudno weren't able to field a full team so the game continued with 13 players on each side. Right at the beginning Bangor showed the intent to run hard and attack from the start. Jake Hughes demonstrated his pace and strength when he received the ball and ran 60 metres before being stopped just short of the try line. Bangor scrummaged well and dominated this area. Taking a ball against the head, captain Sion Kendrick  picked the ball up from the base and scored Bangor's first try with the conversion going wide.

Bangor's second try came from good back play from Jonny Hughes and Meurig Evans which resulted with Jonny Hughes scoring under the post and converting it himself. Bangor were contesting every line-out and when Rhys Owen took one from the home side, a quick ruck was formed and the ball was passed down the line for Llyr Roberts to score in the corner and Jonny Hughes added the two point. Bangor made several changes in the second half playing Dion McGrath at fly half and switching Jonny Hughes to full back. Their dominance was maintained in all the phases and good rugby played.

Forwards supported well throughout especially the open side flanker Ryan Butler who scored Bangor's fourth with the conversion missed.  Another try followed shortly after by Iwan Roberts and converted by Jonny Hughes. Llandudno seemed to  receive a lot of penalties at the last ten minutes which resulted with two converted tries. The game ended with Bangor gaining their sixth try by Jonny Hughes who successfully converted it.

The coaching staff have reported that this side are progressing well especially the younger boys who have demonstrated their commitment by attending the training sessions twice a week and it appears to be paying off. This weeks man of the match was awarded to Iwan Roberts who had an excellent game.

Next week Bangor U15/14s will entertain Colwyn Bay at home and the week after the U16/15s will play Macclesfield touring side also at home.

 

LLangefni 0  Bangor 14.

Sunday September 30^th
 

With fine weather the supporters for both sides hoped for good open rugby. LLangefni started well putting the visitors under early pressure but  Bangor' defence held and they started to create good phases to their game plan and managed to score two well worked tries. The first came from good clearing out by the forwards and scrum half Iwan Roberts took his opportunity to score under the posts. Jonny Hughes converted. The second try was was created by the forwards yet again charging down the middle of the field led by Jack Owens who created good quick ball to the backs and LLyr Roberts scored with Jonny Hughes adding the two points.

The second half was scoreless although Bangor attempted to play to their pattern but this was spoiled  by LLangefni  constantly  disrupting the game and  getting the better of the referees decisions. Throughout the second half Bangor fielded several younger  members who did very well on their first outing with the squad and the senior members  were  demonstrated good  inter personnel  skills  which settled  the younger  players  down. In general Bangors'  captain  Sion Kendrick  led the team well  and Jonny Hughes controlled all aspects of the game and made several good strong runs down the field supported well  by Llyr Roberts.
The man of the match was Jonny Hughes.
Bangor are hoping to continue their progress next week.
 

Bangor  12    Pwllheli   32

9^th September

Today's game was a vast improvement from last week. Pwllheli with several key members of North Wales squad available which made things difficult for the young Bangor backline. First half Pwllheli demonstrate good awareness and created good tries. Bangor continued with their forward dominance and at times displayed good inter-linking but unfortunately they weren't able to finish off their opportunities. Pwllheli  started  the second half with a 22 point advantage. Bangor continued  with their persistent by playing to their game plan, good strong running by Jack Owens who crossed the game line every time and with quick ball the backs demonstrated good skills. Scrummaging was non-contested from the start due to Pwllheli unable to field a regular front row. Jack Owens picked the ball from the base of the scrum and fed Iwan Roberts who created space for the young Liam Carr to run in a well worked try, converted by Jonni Hughes. Bangor gained confidence and self-belief and started to demonstrate good inter-linking and attractive rugby which lead to the second try scored by Captain Sion Kendrick-conversion missed. Today's performance was very good with forward dominance with Euros Thomas gaining today's' man of the match within the Bangor team. The young Bangor backs demonstrated improvement from last week which indicated that they were comfortable with quick ball and weren't afraid to try moves practiced in training.
Next week Bangor will travel to Llangefni looking for a win dearly needed by this years 16/15s squad.

Bangor take a lineout - click on picture to see fullsize

CAERNARFON 8  BANGOR 3.

9^th September

New season with a blend of new and old members to the squad. New members who have come through the junior section played very well and displayed good rugby. First half was very tight with both set of forwards battling each other for territory which meant the both backs weren't having good ball, score remained 0-0 at half time.

Second half was greatly entertaining by both teams playing good flowing rugby with several set phases from end to end. C,fon won a ruck phase in Bangors' 22 and moved the ball out wide to score a good try, conversion missed. Bangor applied pressure on Caernarfon winning a penalty which Jonni Hughes converted. The game continued until a serious injury to PJ Hughes who was playing out of position and playing a good game until his injury, news from the hospital later was that PJ had broken his arm and might need surgery.

Caernarfon gained a last minute penalty to win the game. With this performance Bangor's' season is looking good and promising with the new players demonstrating good standard of rugby. All coaches were happy with today's' game , training will continue on Tuesday & Thursday evening.

Next weeks' game against Pwllheli has been rearranged due to several members away in Cardiff watching Wales V Aussies.