Wellington and Hawkes Bay 2017 Under 16 Trophy Winners
Wellington A successfully defended the Don Broughton Shield, with a gutsy 31 points to 16 win over Hawkes Bay A, in Division A of the 2017 Hurricanes Under 16 Tournament.
Mid-way through the second-half, the score was 19-16 in favour of the defending champions, but two late tries were enough to secure victory in a match played in wet but firm conditions.
In Division B, Wellington Development held off a stern challenge from Hawkes Bay Development in the second-half to win their Final for the Saracens Cup by 27 points to 12.
Wellington Development started strongly, but were unable to score any points in the second-half, while Hawkes Bay Development consistently attacked the Wellington goal-line.
The Manaaki Tāngata Trophy for 2017 was awarded to Hawkes Bay.
The trophy, donated by Poverty Bay, reinforces the bond that the Hurricanes Provincial Unions share and is presented to the Tournament Team that best demonstrates the loyalty, team spirit and commitment which is central to that bond.
Congratulations to our 2017 Trophy Winners.
Photos courtesy of Dave Brownlie (http://photos.brownlie.kiwi.nz)
(Published : 05/10/17)