Dronfield Under 14 Girls have impressive start in the NLD Cup
Players from both sides worked really hard for each other throughout, some playing out of position, adapting to the different numbers on the pitch
There was rugby in the sunshine for a Dronfield Under 14 Girls home fixture against Paviors from Nottingham. In their first cup match of the season both sides had reduced numbers.
Playing up the hill in the first half Dronfield built a commanding lead with a great display of running rugby built on some strong forward carries and work in the ruck. With tries from Serena T (3), Harriet P (1), Jemima W (4) and Belle B (1) as well as two conversions from Jemima. Paviors to their credit didn't give up at all and strong defensive work was rewarded with a try of their own.
Heading down the hill in the second half Dronfield again were met with a stubborn defence but worked hard as a team to get over the line for a further three tries. Harriet P, Emily B and Jemima W bagged these with Jemima also converting two, At the final whistle Dronfield had gained a 59 - 5. victory
Players from both sides worked really hard for each other throughout, some playing out of position, adapting to the different numbers on the pitch and being willing to roll on and off as substitutes., This result means that Dronfield will go into their next match with confidence.