New Zealands Tamaki Rugby Academy paid a return visit to Bognor RFC as part of their European Tour on Wednesday evening last week to face Bognors Under 12 side. The evening saw a fantastic display of ability from the visitors, a team who top their New Zealand League and whos team contained 4 International U12 players. As part of the Kiwi tour some of Bognors mighty under 12s were invited to accompany the touring side to a Paris fixture on Saturday against Paris SCUF, one of Paris oldest and most established Rugby teams. The match saw the England / New Zealand side win 10-0 in a fantastic display of teamwork, with the third and final last minute try being disallowed due to a foot in touch.It was a true example of how rugby unites regardless of any language or national barriers. Bognor Coach, Doug Millen said of the exhibition matches It was truly inspirational for our teams to experience the skill set of these Southern Hemisphere players. It has really shown them what they can achieve if they dedicate themselves to their sport and work hard. The Bognor teams realise the Visitors are of a similar age and it is hard work that has got them to where they are. It is an honour to be invited to play along side them in their Paris fixture and a real opportunity for the boys to experience International rugby, travel and hospitality. Mike Henry, Tamaki Coach said of the encounter It was a pleasure to visit such a friendly club and they are welcome to visit us at home whenever they like, the Bognor Teams showed great spirit and ability and we will be taking away lessons learnt from this last week when we visit Paris together to play a truly International fixture on Saturday against Paris SCUF, one of Paris oldest and most established Rugby teams. My lasting memory of our tour will be of the post match Clubhouse games, hospitality and the Bognor Under 12 / Tamaki Haka. The boys have made lasting friendships and have noticed a huge change in ability since last year. Without the Bognor lads in the side the win in Paris would not have been possible. Bognor RFC would like to thank their Sponsors for making the trip and this seasons new shirts a possibility. Without Grit Hardwear, Gym, Mma & Fitness much of this last week would not have been possible. Bognors 12s NZ Tour Fundraising starts here !
Posted on: Mon, 06 Oct 2014 09:37:23 +0000
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