Joeys v Kings @ Heavens Paddock
To many this weekend it seems that this match is a forgone conclusion. Kings will win by many. It is predictable as Kings parents complaining there is no VIP seating for them and the spread after the game does not contain the delights they enjoy most weekends at Kings. The disgrace that there are no English organic cucumber sandwiches with artichoke spread on spinach bread to be seen. They are horrified when they learn there are no Traditional Coronation Chicken with macerated cape raisins on granary bread sandwiches and finally, the shock of learning there are no Morecambe brown shrimp, Isle of Wight Cheddar and savory tartlets. The visgoths….
But, let me remind those who were not born about a time in 2010 when Kings were again the unstoppable juggernaut, who strode across the schoolboy rugby world and struck fear into the hearts of all who dared to challenge them. 10….yes 10 Australian Schoolboy players (selections were done early back then) and brimming with more talent than the now defunct Playboy mansion. White Oval, fertilized with the blood of many who dared to challenge them saw a small, brave pack of cattledogs to challenge them. Joeys had no stars, no major rep players and were expected to end up just like the road kill Kings mum’s create in their new Landrover Discovery when they head to Bowral on the weekends.
The game went as planned. Kings trampled and bashed the brave doggies around. But there was a moment that sparked the Joeys boys. A small unassuming winger caught the ball 60m out from the Kings try line. He did what all wingers must do, back himself, pin the ears back and run like the wind. Outstretched arms could not stop him and he crashed over in the corner to begin the great fight back. Enjoy this.
From that moment on, goliath of the field started to show some doubt. How could such a small team dare stand up to the giants of North Parramatta? As the game progressed the following happened…. take it away Joeys match report.
It was then King’s turn to attack. With minutes remaining King’s were able to regain the lead with a try in the corner by their left winger. The conversion attempt was unsuccessful and, with the score now at 18-20 and only a minute of play remaining, St Joseph’s knew they needed possession. A penalty to King’s followed and all seemed lost.
From the lineout Michael Kovacic was able to gain possession and took play just short of the 22 metre line. From the breakdown James McLean drove forward with great support from Mitchell Brown, James Williams and Nathaniel Deans. From this breakdown St Joseph’s were awarded a penalty for an infringement by King’s.
Angus Le Lievre came forward to take the attempt at goal. To the joy of the St Joseph’s supporters, he converted to make the score 21-20 and give St Joseph’s one of our most memorable victories for many years.
My tip…. Write off the Joeys cattle dogs at your peril.
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