January 1st, 2008

On New Year’s Day the Hertfordshire Under 18s girls side lost 41-5 to Canada Under 18s at Welwyn RFC.

On a beautiful sunny afternoon, the Canadians scored first through Maggie Cogger-Orr and Dana Achtemichuck converted to lead 7-0. Herts fought back and they piled on the pressure. The Herts forwards kept recycling the ball and eventually this paid off with prop Milly Fuggles and skipper Hannah Gallagher jointly claiming the push over try. 7-5 it stayed until just before half-time when a quick kick and chase saw Susan Heald score again for Canada.
 
In the second-half the Canadians took full advantage of their superior fitness and piled on the pressure. Despite some brave defence, the Herts girls were being worn down and Brehannah Hopgood, Clare Miller, Kayla Moleschi, Rebecca Le-Fevre and Amanda Lalonde all went over to score for Canada. Achtemichuck kicked a second conversion and Rebecca Delaney scored the final two points for the tourists.
 
Herts and Welwyn Warriors Captain Hannah Gallagher said: “We're all really tired, we all had to work so hard but it was a great experience and a really enjoyable match to play in.”
 
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