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SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS ARLFC
JUNIOR SECTION
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2004 - 2005 Season
UNDER 10 MATCH REPORTS 2004 - 2005
Coach : David Mitchell
Reports : Gemma Mitchell
26th September
Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks v West Bowling
“ Our defence won us the game. 5 tries by Cory Aston set the tone, team spirit was at an all time high as the points mounted up. Man of the Match : Craig Chapman. A well deserved win”
2nd October
Meltham 32 Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks 12
Meltham came with a strong, big set of physical lads. The Hawks put up a fight but were beaten on the day by the better team. Cory Aston was injured after the first 15 mins of play but not before he knocked up 6 points for the Hawks with a try and conversion, unfortunately he didn't make it back on the field. Despite a try from Gregg Burns and a conversion from Jack Mitchell the Hawks left the pitch beaten by a stronger team. Man of match for Hawks Gregg Burns.
10th October
Wyke 6 Shefffield Hillsborough Hawks U10 22
Hawks U10's travelled to Wyke and started well with a try from Cory Aston which he also converted. Both sides were very evenly matched and gave a close entertaining game. Matthew Bloomer also scored in the first half, with the conversion coming from Jack Mitchell. A late try followed in the first half from Greg Burns which he also converted. In the second half Wyke scored and Matthew Bloomer got his second try of the game to earn the Man of the Match award.
17th October 2004U10 and U 11 matches were called off due to lack of players and lack of transport on behalf of the opposition.
24th October 2004
Queensbury / Thornton U10 10 Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks U10 34
The Hawks under 10's made a very positive start to this match, playing downhill with a slight wind in their favour. Cory Aston scored an early individual try which he converted successfully. The second try came from constant pressure in defence which resulted in the opposition knocking on. Aston also scored this try which was converted by Jack Mitchell. The third and final try of the first half came from some strong running from Matthew Bloomer making the half time score 16-0. In the first 5 minutes of the second half the Hawks failed to turn pressure into points and Queensbury / Thornton capitalised on the Hawks mistakes to score an impressive try. Hawks soon turned the pressure back on with Cory Aston scoring his third try of the match, converted by Matthew Bloomer. A further try followed after some excellent play by Man of the Match Greg Burns, and this was again successfully converted by Craig Chapman. The final try came from Jake Johnson who chased a good kick from Aston on the last tackle, and this was converted by Thomas Hague. All credit to Queensbury / Thornton who refused to give in and were rewarded with a late try at the end of the game. This was a good team result with some excellent defensive play and good breaks for the 6 tries.
31st October 2004
U10 Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks 50 Underbank Rangers 10
Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks under 10's continued their winning run with an impressive 50-14 victory over Underbank. Both teams showed encouraging play in the early exchanges of the first half but Hawks soon started to dominate the game. Excellent first-half tries came from the impressive Cory Aston (2), Greg Burns (2) and Sam Ashworth who was also awarded man of the match. Four of these were successfully converted by Cory Aston, Greg Burns, Matt Bloomer and Jack Mitchell who was outstanding in defence throughout. Underbank had scored 2 tries by this point giving a half time score of 28-10. Hawks also dominated in the second half with a further two tries from Cory Aston, two from centre Matt Bloomer and one from prop Craig Chapman. One of these was converted by Sam Ashworth. This was an excellent team display from all 12 players against a strong, determined Underbank side.
7th November 2004
Wibsey Juniors 12 Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks U10 20Hawks made a good start to the game against the previously unbeaten Wibsey side. After some good pressure Hawks scored the first try. Cory Aston was the scorer and also successfully converted. Hawks were playing with the advantage of a downward incline, Aston added to the score with two more tries. One of these was converted by Matthew Bloomer. The score at half time was 16-0 which was always going to be difficult to defend against a well organised Wibsey side. 8 minutes into the second half Wibsey had closed the gap to 16-12 and the game was in the balance. Some strong running from defence brought Hawks into the Wibsey half and on the fifth and final tackle Bloomer ran the ball and scored a very good individual try. This proving to be the break the Hawks needed to secure the win, giving the final score of 20-12. Thomas Hague was awarded man of the match for his overall involvement in the game. This was another sound team performance which pleased coach David Mitchell.
14th November 2004
Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks U10 22 Ovenden 12
The under 10 team made it five straight wins with a well fought victory over Ovenden. After previously losing to them in the first game of the season Hawks knew this would be a close and hard game. The first half saw two tries from the Hawks, one from Matthew Bloomer and one from Cory Aston who also converted. Ovenden also scored and converted one try, giving a half time score of 10-6. Good defence from both sides was always going to make this a close encounter. Hawks just had the edge in both attack and defence, with two further tries from Bloomer and Greg Burns both successfully converted by the try scorers themselves. Jack Mitchell earned the man of the match award with some outstanding tackles and accurate passing. Coach David Mitchell was delighted with another great team performance.
21st November 2004ALL JUNIOR MATCHES WERE CANCELLED DUE TO ADVERSE PLAYING CONDITIONS
28th November 2004
WEST BOWLING 28 SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U10 22
A below strength (due to injuries) under 10 team always knew this would be a hard game and so it proved to be. In the first half Hawks were playing uphill against the elements. West Bowling scored two good tries and converted both. Cory Aston soon replied with a good individual try and conversion of his own. The first half finished 12-6 to West Bowling. The second half started with some strong running from Matt Bloomer and Cory Aston resulting in a try for Cory. Jack Mitchell successfully converted. West Bowling were not to be denied replying with a try and conversion of their own. With some good tackling from Jack Mitchell and 'man of the match' Cory Aston. Hawks were always in the game. Hawks scored two more tries, one from Matt Bloomer and a further for Cory Aston. West Bowling didn't give in and scored late on to seal the match. Final score 28-22 to West Bowling. This is the first defeat since early October and a full strength team will be looking forward to getting back to winning ways next week at Meltham.
5th December 2004MELTHAM 36 SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U10 20
Hillsborough Hawks under 10's were second best to a well balanced Meltham side. There were some good aspects of play to keep the score close. Matthew Bloomer, Greg Burns and Cory Aston always looked dangerous in attack. Jack Mitchell also made some important tackles in defence. Cory Aston again scored a hat trick and one conversion. A further try came from Greg Burns and a conversion from Jack Mitchell. Meltham's overall pace and power proved too much for the Hawks on this occasion. Matthew Bloomer was awarded man of the match for working hard in attack and defence.
12th December 2004SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U10 44 - WYKE 10
Hawks got back to winning ways with a resounding win over a determined Wyke team. Craig Chapman opened up the scoring with a well deserved try, soon followed by tries from Cory Aston (3), Greg Burns and Matthew Bloomer. Three of the tries were converted by Jack Mitchell, Aston and Bloomer giving a half time score of 30-0. There were further tries in the second half from Aston(2) and Jack Mitchell with his first try of the season. One of these was converted by Chapman giving the final scoreline of 44-10. Jack Mitchell was awarded man of the match for some outstanding tackling and good play in attack. There were also good performances from Luke Turner, Jake Johnson and Alistair Ryan. Coach David Mitchell was delighted with the best team performance this year.
19th December 2004
SIDDAL 28 SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U10 54Hawks travelled away to Siddal and got off to a flying start with a try within the first few minutes of the game from Cory Aston. Siddal defence was no match for the Hawks strong attack and further tries soon followed. Hawks were also courageous in defence against some big, strong opposition and turned around at half time with a score of 26-10. Playing up the slight gradient in the second half Hawks knew they would have to step up a gear, the team delivered and were rewarded with more tries. Cory Aston was given man of the match for a superb display of passing and running. Helping himself to 7 tries and 2 conversions (giving a season total of 38 tries!). Other scorers were Matthew Bloomer (2) and Jack Mitchell. Successful conversions came from Aston (2), Bloomer, Carl Thomas, Tom Hague, Craig Chapman and William Robertson. Another impressive performance before their well earned Christmas break, looking forward to more of the same in the New Year. Keep up the good work U10's.
January 9th 2005SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U10 18 ILLINGWORTH 4
Hawks started 2005 in style with an impressive win away from home against Illingworth. In heavy conditions the Hawks turned in a marvellous display of their rugby skills. Hawks were solid in defence and adventurous in attack and always looked the better side. Two tries in the first half came from Cory Aston, one was successfully converted by Jack Mitchell giving a half time score of 10-0. A very close second half saw hawks out score Illingworth two tries to one. Aston and Greg Burns were the scorers. Hawks worked very well as a team defensively with sound tackling from Mitchell, Luke Turner, Aston and Burns. The man of the match was awarded to Thomas Hague for his overall involvement and effort.
16th January 2005SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U10s 42 WISBEY JUNIORS 14
The under 10's put in another great performance to convincingly beat a well organised Wibsey side. The teams met earlier in the year with Hawks narrowly winning 20-12 so a tough game was anticipated.The team started confidently in the first half and were rewarded with a great individual try from Cory Aston which he also converted. Greg Burns was on hand to score the next two tries from some good teamwork and Matthew Bloomer scored in the dying minutes of this half. All tries were successfully converted by Burns, Bloomer and Jack Mitchell giving a half-time score of 24-6. Some strong running and tackling from man of the match Craig Chapman saw the Hawks extend their lead in the second half. Four tries followed from Aston(3) and Bloomer, Chapman successfully converted one of these. The overall team performance was outstanding in attackand defence. Impressive performances from Aston, Burns, Bloomer, Chapman, Mitchell and Carl Thomas resulted in this convincing, well deserved victory against a strong side. Keep up the good work says coach David Mitchell.
January 30th 2005SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U10 18 KING CROSS 28
The under 10's played against a strong, well organised King Cross side. The first half was very evenly matched with Hawks outscoring King Cross 10 points to 4. Both tries came from man of the match Matthew Bloomer with one conversion from Jack Mitchell. The second half started with King Cross taking advantage of a Hawks mistake to score a try and conversion bringing the score to 10-10. Both sides were powerful in defence and attack displaying excellent rugby skills. Bloomer and Cory Aston scored well earned tries to give a final score of 28-18 to King Cross, who took their chances to win the game. A treat for all spectators today with outstanding defensive work from Mitchell and Greg Burns and strong running from Bloomer. The Hawks were always in the game and the result could have gone either way. Well done to both teams.
6th February 2005
HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS 44 U10 - NEWSOME PANTHERS 26Hawks travelled away for their first game against Newsome under 10's. After 5 minutes the Hawks found themselves 6-0 down but soon got in to their stride with a well worked try from Matthew Bloomer, converted by Cory Aston. Further good team tries followed from Bloomer and Aston (2) with conversions from Jack Mitchell and Bloomer giving a half time score 22-12. A very entertaining second half saw both teams showing skill in attack with Hawks outscoring Newsome five tries to three. Tries coming from Greg Burns, Bloomer and an impressive Aston (3) with one conversion from Burns giving the final score of 44-26. Man of the match was awarded to Jack Mitchell for his solid defence and strength in attack. A strong team performance from all the players.
13th March 2005
HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS UNDER 10 28 - HALIFAX VANDALS 22After four weeks without a game due to weather conditions Hawks under 10's travelled away to Halifax Vandals. They started the first half with the advantage of the wind and the slope. Both sides made early handling errors keeping the game close. Greg Burns and Cory Aston each scored a try, both were converted by Aston and Jack Mitchell. This gave a half time score of 12-0. The second half started with Halifax scoring an early try and conversion. Some great running and tackling from man of the match Greg Burns and Aston kept the Hawks in the game. Tries followed from Craig Chapman and inspirational captain Aston (2), two were converted by Burns and Chapman. Halifax continued to battle and were rewarded with 3 tries and 2 conversions in the second half giving a final score of 28-22 to the Hawks. A solid team performance considering the recent lack of competitive rugby, hoping to build on this for next week's home match against Elland. A further mention for man of the match Burns who was formidable in defence and attack.
20th March 2005SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U10 38 - ELLAND U10 16
Hawks made flying start with a try and conversion from the first touch of the ball from Cory Aston who left the defence standing and sprinted the full length of the pitch. Hawks soon added to the score when Sam Ashworth picked up a loose pass and scored a good try, successfully converted by Jack Mitchell. Elland were stunned by the Hawk's attack and further tries in the first half followed from Matthew Bloomer and Tom Hague with his first try of the season. Both converted by Bloomer and Greg Burns giving a half time score of 24-0. Elland soon got into the second half with an early try and conversion. Hawks replied with an inspired kick from Aston and a brilliant chase from Burns resulting in a try. Hawks kept up the pressure with two more tries from Burns and Bloomer and one conversion from Craig Chapman. Final score 38-16. Man of the match awarded to Ashford Mayne for strong running and overall involvement. A good team performance.
3rd April 2005
SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U10 30 - ILLINGWORTH U10 16
Hawks continued their winning run with a strong performance against Illingworth. Tom Hague scored the first try after some good team work and a solid kick from Cory Aston. Illingworth attacked well but the Hawks defence stood up strong. Aston got on the score sheet with a good individual try. Hawks kept up the pressure with further tries from Matthew Bloomer and Aston. One successful conversion from Greg Burns giving a half time score of 18-0. Illingworth made a positive start to the second half with two early tries both successfully converted to keep the pressure on, Hawks always looked dangerous with the ball, with good runs from Jack Mitchell, Bloomer, Burns and Aston. Aston completed his hat trick with a well took try, converted by Craig Chapman. One more try from Illingworth kept them in the game but Burns sealed the win within the last few minutes. Carl Thomas converted giving a final score of 30-16. Jake Johnson was awarded man of the match for outstanding defensive work throughout the game.
10th April 2005
Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks U10 20 - Wibsey 22
Hillsborough Hawks U10's travelled away to Wibsey. Hawks were the first on the score sheet with a try and conversion from Cory Aston after 9 minutes. Wibsey replied with a try. Solid defence from the Hawks kept the score at 6-4 going in to half time. Wibsey started the second half with an early try leaving Hawks with work to do. Good team work resulted in a try for Matthew Bloomer. At this stage the game could have gone either way and was a treat for all spectators. A few important decisions did not go the Hawks way and Wibsey scored a further 2 tries with 1 conversion. The Hawks continued to battle with 2 more tries from Greg Burns and Aston. Burns converted his own try. Hawks played fantastic rugby but the result did not go their way this time. Man of the match awarded to Luke Turner for overall involvement and improved tackling. The under 10's should not be down hearted this is only their second defeat since 12th December, a very impressive statistic !
Saturday 16thAprilFestival of Rugby - Ovenden
SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U10
The team were in fine spirits as they travelled on the team coach to Halifax. We were allocated three games on arrival, each being 9-a-side seven minutes each way. First game against King Cross was very evenly matched with Hawks outscoring 3 tries to two. An excellent performance, we were later told it was the first game they had lost in two seasons. Second game against Hoyland Vikings, again the Hawks showed their superiority after going down to an early try they bounced back to finish the game 4 tries to 2 in their favour. Third game was against Wyke who were also unbeaten so far in the tournament. After conceding an early try Hawks rallied to make it all even at half time. Powerful attack and slick handling in the second half gave us a third victory. The champagne flowed as the squad enjoyed their success, a real party atmosphere on the team coach as we returned to Sheffield. Congratulations to the whole squad - Tom Hague, Carl Thomas, Jack Mitchell, Sam Ashworth, Cory Aston, Greg Burns, Matthew Lunn, Luke Turner, Ashford Mayne, William Robertson, Matt Bloomer, Daniel Bell, Craig Chapman, Jake Johnson and Danny Lee and of course coach David Mitchell
24th April 2005SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U10 26 WEST BOWLING U10 10
The Hawks played their last match of the season in fine style with an impressive win over West Bowling. Hawks defence was outstanding throughout the game giving West Bowling no space to play. Hawks always looked dangerous when in possession. Craig Chapman started the scoring when he was rewarded a try after breaking through solid defence, Cory Aston converted. The next try came from quick thinking by Matt Bloomer picking up at acting half back and diving for the line. West Bowling replied with a try. Aston led by example, as always, and got on the score sheet with a well worked team try. Greg Burns added a spectacular try running the length of the pitch giving a half time score of 18-10. Hawks continued to dominate in the second half with solid defence and intelligent attacking play keeping West Bowling pinned in their own half. The rewards came with a try from Sam Ashworth and a further from Aston to give a final score of 26-10. Once again a real treat for all spectators. Man of the match awarded to Burns for his tenacious play at all times. He was well supported defensively by Bloomer, Aston, and Jack Mitchell. Well done to Tom Hague and Matt Lunn, who have improved with every game
