Sounds like it was a cracking game today at Bellevue Hill.
It certainly was - you shoulda been there!
This was an old school SJC win - and in front of a braying Scots crowd at Bellevue hill, is there any sweeter? Particularly as it followed the pre match video oration from the headmaster in which he reminded us of the 125th anniversary and how they particularly enjoyed the keen rivalry with Joeys (translation: we reckon we’ve got this).
Joeys forwards, as per ever, we’re out muscled, but out worked and outskilled their counterparts. Why Scots didn’t use their 5 more I don’t know as his bust through the whole SJC pack off a kick off to set up Scots first try seemed ominous.
Joeys backs - and the coaching - won the day. The set piece moves were excellent and created a key point in the second half:
Joeys ball on half way - 10 puts it over Scots back 3, one bounce into the corner (if only the Wallabies...). Ensuing Scots lineout - Scots take at 2 and not one Joeys forward binds on, unlike the whole TSC pack. This forces a scrum to Joeys from which they run a perfect inside ball move to the blind side winger who goes through untouched, TRY.
Magni-fucking-fique
Was such a treat effort, it’s hard to pick too many solos but the 10 and 12 controlled beautifully and the outside backs were clinical. Having watched the last 3 matches, this Joeys team is deserving in their resilience and skill.
PS - as Joker mentioned the AV at Scots is next level. Includes instant replays and live drone footage!
PPS - I heard Johnny Connolly the TKS 15 has already signed in yr 9 to Souths league? Please someone tell me no. He could play Super Rugby in a year - the next Folau