2nd XV Match Reports

1 Sept 07: Sidcup 36 - Blackheath Brigands 5

Three games, all against opposition from Blackheath, kicked-off the 125 Anniversary season celebrations, with the 3rd XV using the pitch behind the stand for the first time. The afternoon proved to be very successful with no less that ten Sidcup Colts playing for the 2nd and 3rd XVs.

The 1st XV, playing Blackheathens, played well against a team who supply players to National 2 league rugby but were outgunned by a skilful and pacey side 36-17. Sidcup scored three tries through Danny Mizen (2) and Steve Amura, which included a driving/running maul for 22 metres, a try mch appreciated by the large crowd. In fact each of the three games had a good number of spectators, which was great to see.

Colts Dave Driscoll, Stevie Wade, Andy Hind (Jnr) and Steve Evans played in the 2nd XV against Blackheath Brigands and helped Sidcup to a 36-5 victory. Two of the Colts were on the scoring sheet: Steve Evans, who makes scoring for the U18s a regular occurrence and Dave Driscoll (Jnr). Senior scorers were Simon Burwood, Colin Cooper and Jim Hardy. All played under the watchful eye of coaches Barry Pinder and Dave Driscoll (Snr).

The 3rd XV ran out comfortable 63-0 winners and after giving Blackheath Blades two players still had plenty of replacements sitting on the bench. Lewis Anderson, son of Club Chairman Ian, went over along with Dan Evans who had a great match at fly half ensuring all nine tries were converted. Sam Eydmann, who had been impressing at summer training, played at scrum half whilst Ryan Hudson and Ibbi Ahmet went on the score sheet after coming on as second half replacements and Alex Isaacs playing at prop provided some very welcome fresh blood in the front row. The experienced Steve Hancox ably led the side and Coach Andy Hind (Snr) was there to ensure the side knitted together.

During the post match supper coach Phil Ubee and Captain Iain Wilson presented Blackheath skipper, Nick Maurer with the 125th anniversary shield and ties. Malcolm Schofield, manager of Blackheath was also presented with a 125 tie for his help in organising the day.

Blackheath then presented Sidcup with their shield and a caricature of a game between Sutton and Sidcup from 1957. The picture will be hung in the clubhouse.

With the Cricket Club having a successful day on the field, the Rugby and Cricket enjoyed an evening in the bar being entertained by Graham’s Duo.

A great start to the 125th Anniversary Season. Thank you to all the members that made the day a success.

PJW - 2 Sept 07