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Hornets RFC vs. Franklin County 41-0 W

08/28 at 06:00 PM

Opponent

Franklin County

Home/Away

away

Location

St. Francis Borgia Regional High School Soccer Field

Score

41-0

Recap

Hornets’ Blank Franklin County
Saturday, on the field at St. Francis Borgia High School in Washington MO, the heat was intense as a veteran Hornets/United side took on a largely inexperienced Franklin County Club and was able to prevail by the score of 41-0. It was a tough fought match with both sides capitalizing on the others mistakes and drive the ball deep into opposing territory, but in the end, the Hornets were able to capitalize upon Franklin County’s lack of experience and force the issue. While at times it wasn’t pretty, ultimately it was a win in the season opener against a team that will only get tougher as the season progresses.

The match was no doubt a good learning experience for the younger United players and Franklin County as they were able to get there first taste of what rugby can be like. With such inexperience on the field, there were ample opportunities for the referee to help instruct the players in some of the finer points in the game and law interpretations. As a result, there were quite a few penalties, and more than a few scrums. As the score got in hand, the Hornets were able to strategically use their substitutions to bring in fresh bodies and get some of their younger players some quality game time.

There were tries scored by Torri, Adam Pyke, Jim Morrison, Brink, PT and Flowbe before this humble reporter lost his pen, lost count, and then could no longer keep track. The match also witnessed the sighting of United Coach Rene Monet lacing up the boots for a run - and he was able to put in a try too no less.