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SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS ARLFC
JUNIOR SECTION
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2004 - 2005 Season
UNDER 14 MATCH REPORTS 2004 - 2005
(Manager: Julie Hawksworth)
Coaches: Bernie Hunter / Andy Vivian
26th September 2004
Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks v. Newsome
”Newsome came to win today and they did just that. Hawks were below par, which was a disappointment after a promising start had been made against Kings Cross. Although not his best game Daniel Hawksworth did try to lead by example in the forwards. Hillsborough need to move on, become focused again and realise this is the Premier division"
2nd October 2004Queensbury Thornton 32 Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks 18 ( Coach’s Report - Bernie Hunter)
Hawks Under 14's managed to kick start the season with a spirited performance at Queensbury. Sparkling handling resulted in Khoza scoring from the first scrum of the game. Try's followed at regular intervals during the first half with Khoza taking a second and Vivian bagging one, resulting in a half time advantage of 14-10. The sides swapped scores early in the second half with Daniel Hawksworth responsible for the Hawks scoring a try that led to him unfortunately being injured in the process. This Hawks loss was the turning point as Queensbury T squeezed advantage on elementary errors particularly with regard to the return kick off. Queenbury finished as the stronger side, but the 32-18 score-line largely flattered them in a good natured contest. A win will surely not elude the Hawks any longer if Tyers, Hawksworth, Khoza, Crosswaite, Bowler, continue to sparkle. All are in contention for the Man of the Match Trophy to be awarded Tuesday.
Full Report: The Hillsborough Hawks under 14's visited Queensbury on Sunday looking to try and get their season underway following two opening defeats to the strongest teams in the premier division. With the benefit of a strong wind behind them the Hawks found touch with the kick off and from the resultant scrum passed the ball out wide for Desi Khoza to squeeze in at the corner. With the conversion attempt drifting wide the Hawks were 4 - 0 up. The lead didn't last long as with their first attack Queensbury went through some slack defence to equalise the scores. Defences on both sides tightened up and it took an opportunist dive from acting half from Ben Vivian to break the deadlock. Sam Swire again went close with the conversion attempt from the touchline but in a carbon copy try moments later Queensbury levelled things again with their scrum half diving over. With the conversion kicked Queensbury held a slender 10 - 8 lead. A scrum move by the Hawks provided enough room for Desi Khoza to roar through the Queensbury defence and score under the posts. Sam Swire made no mistake this time and the Hawks led 14 - 10 at half time. The second half carried on where the first had finished with strong defence from both sides. A strong cross field run from Hawks' captain Daniel Hawksworth ended with him diving over for a fine try but unfortunately he injured himself in the process and played no further part in the game. The conversion kick was straight on line but the strong wind blew it back in field. At 18 - 10 up the Hawks were well in command but the lack of their captain and a number of other bumps and bruises put paid to their chances of closing out the game. Queensbury scored a try too wide out to convert and then regained possession after a kick off was picked up in an off side position by the Hawks. From the resultant penalty Queensbury scored again and this time converted the try to take them into a lead that they were never in danger of losing. Their kick off bounced over the Hawks defence and although the Hawks regained possession from the resultant drop out Queensbury rounded the game off with two late tries, both converted to give them a flattering winning margin of 32 - 18. The Hawks could take great heart from the game which, but for the loss of their captain and the absence through injury of their starting prop forwards, they could and probably should have won.
Final Score - Queensbury/Thornton Juniors 32 (6 tries, 4 goals) Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks 18 (4 tries - D. Khoza (2), B. Vivian, D. Hawksworth, 1 goal - S. Swire)
10th October 2004West Bowling 24 Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks 10 : (Report: Bernie Hunter)
An injury hit Hawks squad put in a patchy performance away at West Bowling. Hawks started strongly when acting captain Eddie Battye powered over. West Bowling quickly tied up the scores before adding two more tries to lead 14-4 at half time. It was imperative the Hawks scored first after the restart and Battye duly obliged with Swire taking on the extras. A penalty conceded from the kick off was to take the momentum away from the Hawks as West Bowling racked up 10 more points without reply to end up worthy winners. Hawks were left to rue a number of unenforced errors which need to be cut out as they seek that elusive first win.
17th October 2004Hillsborough Hawks 18 West Bowling 0: (Report : Ian Swire)
Hawks U 14s looked for revenge after last week’s defeat and they came out with almost all guns blazing. Superb defence work kept the game scoreless until Bradley Emery came off the bench and with only his second touch smashed over the line for the only score of the first half. The second half remained a tight affair with defences remaining on top before Emery scored two quick fire tries out wide to stretch the Hawks lead to 12 points to nil . A superb chase back by Desire Khoza to stop West Bowling’s number 13 just short of the try line raised the Hawks for the final quarter. A break from Dan Hawksworth left the defence in disarray to score under the posts for Sam Swire to convert and complete an impressive 18 points to nil win. This was the first win of the season and with displays like this many more will surely follow.
24th October 2004Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks 6 Ovenden 18 (Report by Bernie Hunter)
The spectators were treated to another close match when the Hawks entertained Ovenden. Defences were on top throughout and Ovenden opened the scoring when a wide ball allowed the winger to cross in the corner, Sam Swire tormented Ovenden with a number of penalty kicks and the pressured finally told when Emery touched down with Swire converting to make it 6-4. A fiery second half resulted in Ovenden pulling away and a fine opportunist try by their full back sealed a hard earned victory. There was much to be positive about in the Hawks performance and Khoza, Battye, Crosswaite and Tyers made valuable contributions. Man of the Match Desire Khoza
31st October 2004Hillsborough Hawks 6 Newsome Panthers 50 (Rnd 2 of the Yorkshire Cup) (Report B. Hunter)
League leaders Newsome Panthers provided a stern test in this 2nd round of Yorkshire cup tie. Hawks alternated between providing determined defence and quite frankly poor defence. A 26 - 0 half time deficit was a fair reflection as astute play by the visitors met with an over generous defence. The second half followed a similar pattern with Newsome notching up fifty before a strong passage of play saw Khoza registering a high quality consolation try, Sam Swire added the extras. Daniel Hawksworth earned Man of the Match. The season now enters a new phase with the restructuring of the divisions. The Hawks whilst struggling have recorded a premier league win and should be optimistic with their chances in league one.
7th November 2004Townville 16 Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks U14 20
Hawks started the second phase of the season with a hard fought win at Townville, Castleford. A slick handling move saw Sheard outflank the defence to register the first score. The advantage disappeared as Townville tied up the scores on the stroke of half time. Khoza split the defence 80 metres out and sprinted to the line with all in his wake, Swire added the extras. Townville hit back with a try wide out which was well converted to tie the score at 10 - 10. Sheffield took the game by the scruff of the neck with tries from Emery and Bowler, Swire converted one. Again Townville hit back to leave a nail biting finish. The Sheffield defence was resolute, a hard earned victory.
21st November 2004ALL JUNIOR MATCHES WERE CANCELLED DUE TO ADVERSE PLAYING CONDITIONS
28th November 2004SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U14 48 Odsal / Sedbergh 20 [Report Bernie Hunter]
A blustery day and heavy conditions were no obstacles to the Hawks. A fine attacking performance resulted in 9 tries as opponents Odsal / Sedbergh were put to the sword. Birthday boy Brad Emery helped himself to a first half hat trick. He was ably supported by standoff Sam Swire who amassed 14 points. At times the Hawks defence fell short of the high standard set by the attack. Ben Vivian constantly probed and forwards Hawksworth, Crosswaite and Barona made good yards. Khoza contributed a brace of tries including a notable solo try to conclude the game.
5th December 2004
QUEENS KNIGHTS 32 SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U14 10(West Riding Challenge Cup)
Hawks made a slow start against a strong and physical Premier Division team. After completing 2 determined sets of 6, a weak Hawks' defence let in 4soft, unanswered tries and the team trailed 22-0 at half time. After the break Hawks came out with renewed vigour and playing down hill began to compete well. An excellent movement saw Crosswaite running cross field to find Swire who swung the ball out for Emery to score. Swire converted. Slack defence saw 2 more Knights' tries before Hawksworth made a telling 30 metre break, slicing through the Knights' defence and finding Emery in support the move was foiled inches short of the line. Hawks were not to be denied and a quick play of the ball resulted in Hawksworth flying over. Final score Queens Knights 32 Hawks 10.Notable performances from Hawksworth, Battye, Crosswaite and Khoza. Man of the match was awarded by Andy Tyers to Ben Vivian.
12th December 2004GUISELY 14 SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U14 46 (Report Bernie Hunter)
An illness ravaged Hawks squad made their first visit to Guisley. Lacking 8 first team regulars Hawks handed first time starts to Orwin and Ashton with Faulkener making his first appearance at scrum-half.. Aided by a favourable slope Hawks were first on the score sheet when Swire’s cross field kick picked out Hunter who registered his first touchdown of the season, a feat Bell repeated later in the first half. A quick brace of tries followed from Emery and Hawksworth. The latter made the most of his switch to centre registering five tries in a power packed performance. The Hawks led 24 nil but conceded a try on half time which meant Guisley with the slope advantage were still in the game. Despite the loss of Ashton the Hawks put in a powerful second half display adding 22 points with Tyers and Battye adding to Hawksworth’s scoring exploits. A last minute try from Guisely was the only blemish. Hawks were expected to win but this was a team performance of the highest order. Orwin made a superb deut running hard in attack and resolute in defence.
GUISELY 14 SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U14 46 (Match report Ian Swire)
Despite being under strength, the Hawks started well with two quick fire tries. Dominic Hunter being first to a Sam Swire cross kick, then Dan Hawksworth forcing over on the opposite touchline. Guiseley came back into the game. But the Hawks scored next with Hawksworth going under the posts for Swire to convert. Jack Bell scored in the corner fro a Sam Swire pass and Ben Tyers scored a fine try. Despite playing up hill and loosing Phillip Ashton to injury the Hawks also dominated the second half, with Hawksworth taking his try tally to five, Battye and Emery scoring.The final score 46/14,fine performances from the whole team with special mention to Nathan Faulkner and Simon Orwin who filled in well for injured players. Man of the match Simon Orwin
match reports 2005January 9th 2005
DEWSBURY CELTIC 24 SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U14 14 (Report:Bernie Hunter )A sparkling attacking display was undermined by a lack lustre defensive effort as Hawks crashed 24-14 away at Dewsbury Celtic. Hawksworth completed a sweeping cross-field move to crash in at the flag for an early 4-0 laed. Paper thin defence allowed Celtic's right centre to cancel the advantage the conversion nudged Celtic ahead. Hawks replied with the try of the season as Khoza's pass put Fox into space, the later showed the defence a clean pair of heels to score under the posts, Tyers converted to give the Hawks a 10-6 half time lead. The Hawks pack didn't have the heart for the uphill battle as Celtic scored at will on the flanks before Hawksworth completed a brace with a late consolation effort. Battye was the standout forward in a below par performance. Man of the Match Edward Battye
16th January 2005
SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U14 14 DEWSBURY CELTIC 28 (Report :Ian Swire )
An inability to control the ball in the first half cost the Hawks Under 14's dearly as they slipped at home to Dewsbury Celtic. Unforced handling errors handed field position to a Dewsbury side that were good enough to exploit the situation with four first half tries. The Hawks actually opened the scoring when Daniel Sheard was the first to a deft sixth tackle kick through from Ben Tyers on the right wing. The errors meant that the Hawks had very little opportunity to add to that score and went in at half time 18-4 down. The second half was a much closer contest and involved much end to end play with both sides scoring two tries. Dewsbury were first to strike to increase their lead but from then on the Hawks exerted great pressure on the Dewsbury line with Eddie Battye and Brad Emery forcing their way over with Sam Swire converting one of the tries. The young Hawks' discipline was first class as the referee continually penalised Dewsbury for breaches. Full time score was 28-14 to Dewsbury. Daniel Hawksworth was awarded Man of The Match by the Dewsbury coach.2nd report from Bernie Hunter
The reverse of the previous weeks fixture saw Hawks take on an experienced Dewsbury Celtic side on home soil. The first half saw Hawks pinned down in their own half by a kicking display of the highest order. Despite registering the first score, when Sheard touched down a pin point Swire kick, the Hawks fought a rear guard action to rebuff the Celtic onslaught. A failure to return restarts following well executed tries cost the Hawks dear with Dewsbury registering three first half scores to turn around with a well deserved 18-4 lead. When Dewsbury started the second half where they left off in the first the writing was on the wall as a heavy home defeat looked inevitable. This was not to be as the Hawks rallied aided by a series of penalties, and put the Dewsbury defence to the sword. First Emery and later Battye made periods of pressure count with Swire adding a conversion. With the score at 14-22 Dewsbury made the game safe with a late score. This was a performance that the Hawks have every reason to be proud of. Hawksworth took the man of the match with a non-stop display, Khosa and Batteye both put in eye catching performance but the most pleasing aspect of the game was the team effort and never say die second half revival. The U14s may have lost their momentum for the moment but they will still have a say in the distribution of honours later in the season.
January 30th 2005TOWNVILLE 38 SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U14 6 (Bernie Hunter)
Hawks returned to Townville where they had already recorded a hard fought league victory to contest a supplementary cup quarter final tie. Unfortunately the game plan which had yielded the league points was cast away as the Hawks gifted Townville possession, field position and inevitably points with a mix of unforced errors, poor kicking and inept decision making. As early as the second minute a speculative kick by Townville resulted in a simple try as Tyers was caught in possession. Handling errors resulted in two more first half tries plus a conversion to leave the Hawks facing a 14-0 half time deficit.The second half followed the pattern of the first with the Hawks defence far too often outflanked and out thought. Captain Hawksworth worked hard and the consolation try was just reward, the effort a 80m dash form the base of the scrum would have befitted a far better team display. Admittedly the Hawks squad was not at full strength but this cannot paper over the cracks which will need addressing if the season is not to lose its early promising impetus.
6th February 2005
SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U14 12 HEADINGLEY U14 26 (Report Andy Vivian)Hawks were looking to get their season back on track against the league leaders and knew they had to raise their game to get a result. A close first quarter saw Hawks begin to gain the ascendancy and were narrowly denied a couple of tries. Against the run of play, Headingley broke quickly from a scrum in their own 20 to run in an unopposed try. Undaunted, Hawks continued to up the pressure and for the rest of the half denied Headingley possession and dominated the game, completing phase after phase of near perfect sets of six. After a subtle kick ahead by Sam Swire, captain Daniel Hawksworth gathered and stormed to the try line brushing aside the defence. This was followed by a Brad Emery dive over from short range with the Headingley defence in disarray. Sam Swire converted both tries to a first half which Hawks had dominated but the scoreline of 12-6 was scant reward for the team's efforts and the lead would have been greater but for stout defence from Headingley. Notable performances were had by forwards, Daniel Hawksworth, Eddie Battye, Brad Emery and Rikki Latham. From the restart, Hawks were up against an invigorated team and all the pressure was coming from Headingley. Under relentless pressure and denied the ball, Hawk's luck began to run out and with injuries to Desire Khoza ,Simon Orwin and Tim Cotterill, Headingley were able to exploit gaps in the Hawk's defence, finishing the game strongly against a tired but defiant Hawks scoring 4 unanswered tries. Full back Ben Tyers, put in his best performance of the season, and despite continual testing by the Headingley attack, he was not found wanting. The Hawks team will look back with disappointment knowing that the final score was not a true reflection of the game but equally this will give them added heart going into the next game. Final score Hawks 12, Headingley 26
27th February 2005HUDDERSFIELD SHARKS 10 HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS 28 (Report Dominic Hunter)
Hillsborough Hawks travelled to Huddersfield on the back of a weather imposed break. The initial stages were a tight affair until Swire sold the Sharks defence a dummy before crossing under the posts, he easily added the conversion. Crosswaite put in an absolutely brilliant performance on his comeback from injury and he was rewarded with a try, which when converted by Swire established a handy 12-0 half time lead. The early part of the second half followed a similar pattern Baraona’s introduction gave the Hawks plenty of go forward and it was not long before Emery powered over, the conversion by Swire put the Hawks 18-0 ahead. Huddersfield Sharks recorded their first try when their stand off crossed near enough to the posts for a simple conversion. This was a jittery time for the Hawks as Huddersfield pushed for a second score. Hunter touched down in the corner for the Hawks after some wonderful passing by Hawksworth and Sheard, no conversion was added to this. Huddersfield then scored again, this time not converted, at 22-10 the game was still in the balance. A few minutes from the end Sheard scored to make the game safe, Hawksworth added a great touchline conversion.
6th March 2005HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U14 28 HUUDDERSFIELD SHARKS 20 (Report Dominic Hunter)
Hawks show their worth! Hawks faced a reverse fixture after winning away at Huddersfield last week, they started the match knowing that they had to win to have any chance of contesting the league title. The Hawks got off to a poor start, conceding two converted tries in the early exchanges to leave them 0-12 down. Hawks needed to get back into the game desperately. It was their inspirational captain Hawksworth who led the way when scoring for Swire to convert. Hawks kept up the pace and Sheard swooped in at the corner to touch down, Hawksworth added a conversion from out wide to tie the game 12-12 at the break. Hawks had seized the momentum, Crosswaite and Battye scored early second half tries to establish a 20-12 lead. Huddersfield did not give up and managed to score an unconverted try. Hawksworth put the game out of reach by powering over twice to secure his hat trick. Sharks hit back with a consolation score but it was too late. Hawksworth deserved his man of the match award for a great 14 point match winning performance.
13th March 2005HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U14 32 LITTLEBOROUGH U14 26. (Report by Dominic Hunter)
Hillsborough Hawks U14s started the match against Littleborough U14s hoping to avoid the problems of letting the opposition build up an early lead. The match was a four pointer to ease fixture congestion. Hawks again started the match poorly conceding two converted tries in the first ten minutes. It took an unconverted try from Battye to start to rally the Hawks into action. Then moments later Littleborough crossed over for another converted try to re-establish their 12 point advantage. Vivian then dived over from dummy half to score, Hawksworth converting. Crosswaite put in another amazing performance and his efforts were rewarded with a try. Battye then crossed the line again to put Hawks 18-16 up at half-time. The second half didn’t start very well with Hawks conceding a poor try. To the relief of the Hawks camp Vivian scored to complete his brace of tries. Emery then scored to put the Hawks 28-22 in the lead. Battye crossed to complete his hat trick of tries and celebrated in typical fashion to secure the win for Hillsborough. Littleborough’s loose forward powered over for his fifth try but it was no more than a consolation. The final score of 32-26 to Hillsborough Hawks was enough to ensure their recent good form continued with eight league points out of a possible eight .
20th March 2005ODSAL SEDBURGH 20 HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS 18 (Report Bernie Hunter)
Hawks' recent impressive run fizzled to a halt under the shadow of the Odsal floodlights. A threadbare squad battled well in the first half playing up a steep slope. Two early Odsal tries were cancelled out by a try from Batteye and a further converted effort from Hawksworth to tie the scores at 10 all at half time, with the advantage of the slope to come all looked well. However a combination of two disallowed tries and poor defence, which allowed Odsal ten unanswered points, left the Hawks looking down the barrel of a heavy defeat. A late rally included tries by Khosa and Vivian and left the Hawks the opportunity of a last gasp conversion to tie up the scores, sadly Hawksworth promising effort drifted wide. In the absence of Dom in his bed his old Dad is this week's reporter.
10th April 2005Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks U14 : 22 Townsville U14: 18 (Report : Dominic Hunter)
Hawks were on the road at Dinnington because of the regular pitch at Hillsborough being unavailable. Hawks were desperate to avenge their 38-6 away drubbing at Townsville. From the kick-off you could tell that both sides wanted to win this, and the Hawks had the advantage of both slope and a strong wind. Latham then powered over to record the first score of the game for Hawks, Swire converted this. Townville then started to find their feet and scored 3 tries in quick succession, but only one of these was converted for a 6-14 scoreline. Hawks then were provided with a lifeline when Vivian dived over the line from dummy-half, Swire converted. Minutes later Crosswaite scored, and Swire added the extras. After looking down and out they turned around against the elements with a 18-14 lead. Hawks started the second half knowing that they had to defend against a much larger side who had the advantage of the elements. They were rewarded for their efforts with a try from Tyers playing in the unaccustomed role of loose forward. Despite their best efforts Townville could only manage a single try, Hawks then hung on to the final whistle to earn a well-deserved victory.
Saturday 16th April
Keighley CougarCub’s U14: 32 Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks U14: 8 (Report:Dominic Hunter)
Cougars run Rampant :- Hillsborough visited Keighley for a ‘4pointer’ requiring a win to have any chance of contesting for the title and promotion. Keighley dominated the first half with three good tries as the Hawks defence struggled to contain their off loads. A 14-0 half time lead left the Hawks with a big hill to climb. Hawks unlocked the Keighley defence when Swire collected his own kick to feed Hawksworth who put Fox in the corner. Hawksworth added a second and the Hawks looked to be back in it. The efforts in seeking a third score left holes in the Hawks’ defence and the Cougars capitalised to establish a 32-8 winning margin. Cottril earned man of the match with a good performance, which consisted of some brilliant tackles, and a few good quality runs.
24th April 2005HEADINGLY U14 48 SHEFFIELD HILLSBOROUGH HAWKS U14 24 (Report by Dominic Hunter)
Hillsborough Hawks travelled to Headingly wanting to win, Hawks were chasing an end of season victory. Hawks were extremely aggressive from kick off, with some brilliant tackles and good runs. Ten minutes into the game Headingly crossed the line for the first touchdown of the game, this was converted. Hawks then got straight back into the game with Hawksworth diving over from close range and this was converted by Swire. After some good play from Headingly they scored an unconverted try. Headingly then used the home advantage to establish a 20-6 lead. On the stroke of halftime Khoza scored to keep Hillsborough in touch with the home side this left the score at 20-10. Hawks started the second half strongly knowing that they could win. A Swire cross field kick found Falkner unmarked and he registered his first try for the club. Headingly re-established their lead with a fine individual try from their stand off. This try sparked Headingly into action showing just why they are league champions. They shot out to a 50-14 lead with some impressive handling. Still the Hawks were not done and a quality handling move resulted in Battye registering the games final points. The margin of the defeat did not reflect the team effort put in by the Hawks. Julie Hawksworth, the team manager summed up the match as a brilliant team effort by Hillsborough and there were some excellent individual performances, and the rest of the team would like to thank Bernie, Julie, Andy, Ian and the other kind people that have helped us out. It’s been a great year and hopefully will be repeated next season.