Match Report: MIT at Highfield RFC

Ireland Tour- March 25, 2007

MIT Draws First Blood Against the Irish

In a tightly contested match between Highfield RFC and MIT rugby, MIT eacked
out a win.  MIT travelled light to the pitch, but picked up a pair of
capable backs, a flanker,  and an handy scrum-half at the pitch.  The first
half saw MIT come out to a fast start.  First blood was scored by a
"borrowed" full back, with the try converted in the 7th minute of play.  MIT
scored again on solid rucking and excellent ball control.  Highfield didn't
give up though.  They scored two tries in the first half.  Another try by
MIT before the half was converted to put MIT solidly ahead at the break.
(21-10)

The second half saw Highfield regroup strongly. Two unanswered tries (one
converted) made the game extremely close.  MIT though put on extra effort
and clinched the game by scoring two tries to put the score at 28-27.

Try Scorers:
Cody Patrick ('Share Bear' Care bear)
Highland RFC full back -2
Backs 2

Highlights:
MIT Averted a try with a 'goal line' stand to prevent Highfield from scoring
for 8 minutes.  Highfied took the ball across the pitch multiple times, but
the Beavers never budged.  No points allowed.

Injuries:
Kevin S. (ankle sprain)
Brad L. (ankle sprain)
Greg N. (head contusion)