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Mr James Hinkins, Director of Rugby
eavy restrictions this term did not dampen the enthusiasm and commitment of the boys on the rugby field. In fact, it was quite the opposite as they embraced new challenges and opportunities to improve skill levels, game understanding and decision making. The opportunity to play some competitive matches on Saturdays was well received and incredibly well
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attended, even though they were internal matches without any contact. Ready4Rugby was the game adopted for the Intra School Saturday League, as designed by the RFU, to accommodate the necessary restrictions. The matches were fiercely competitive and, aside from the odd overzealous touch, always played within the spirit of the game. Well done and thank you to all participants. The boys
also did well to adapt to the referees’ varying understanding and application of the rules! The coaching staff should be commended for the way they adapted and delivered a quite atypical looking rugby programme. They did so quite beautifully, providing the boys with opportunities to enjoy their rugby experience, make good progress and compete. There have been
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