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LEICESTERSHIRE U16s 12 STAFFORDSHIRE 17
The first match for the 16 group team produced some exciting rugby and a close result. At Coalville RFC on a crisp autumn evening, the team achieved a long awaited victory over a strong Leicestershire side. It was the first victory over the county since 1997, and only our second since regular fixtures began in 1994. The 17-12 victory owed much to the school and club combination of Luke Massey, Joe Cobden and Jack Sporcic (KES Lichfield & Lichfield RFC). The individual honours go to Jack Sporcic who ran in a hat trick of tries after support from Joe Cobden and other members of the team. Luke Massey converted the first try from the left touchline.
After a bright opening, Staffs had to work hard to regain the lead after two tries from Leicestershire had given them a 12-7 lead, a lead which they held until well into the second half. It was left to the Lichfield combination to finally secure the try which won the game, and leave a positive impression with the watching Midland selectors.
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