Haywards Heath V Jersey Colts

Haywards Heath 17 – 22 JRFC Jersey Saltgate Colts

Challenging weather conditions before kick-off and throughout the match made for a testing

afternoon of rugby for both sides.

The opening exchanges were evenly contested, with both teams matching each other physically

and exchanging penalties. Alex Edwards impressed early on with several textbook tackles in

defence.

Haywards Heath gained the upper hand in the first half, producing some fluent attacking play out

wide and finishing their chances with precision.

Jersey responded strongly after the break. Their first try came following excellent work from the

forward pack, allowing Alex Powell to cross the line. Will Wilson proved a constant threat with

several powerful, line-breaking carries, earning him the opposition’s Man of the Match award.

As the pressure mounted, Jersey continued to test the Haywards Heath defence, and their

persistence was rewarded with a decisive try from Sonny Barrow.

Although Haywards Heath finished the game strongly, a late handling error brought proceedings

to an end, securing a hard-fought victory for Jersey.

It was a well-contested match played in difficult conditions, with both teams showing great

commitment and skill. We look forward to meeting Haywards Heath again in the New Year.

Full Time: Haywards Heath 17 – 22 JRFC Jersey Saltgate Colts

Man of the Match: Will Wilson

Saltgate continue to sponsor and support the team both on and off the pitch and recently

presented the squad with training and playing kit.

Cole Gueno

Ze-Luca Piazza (Captain)

Dylan Ventura

Seb Braunspahn

Joshua Fudge

Alexander Powell

William Wilson

Oliver Houghton

Oliver Macready

Oliver Treco

Ramon Francis

Alex Edwards

Austin Clarke

Jamie White

Morris Cottilard

Thomas Edey

Sonny Barrow

Archie Le Maistre

Oliver Bell

Xander Frisby

Coach: Ewan Davies

Manager: Nigel Higginson