Rugby shows respect

Tuesday, 15 November 2011 16:53

Written by Editor

On Saturday 12th November, at the Fernando Hierro stadium in Velez-Malaga, Axarquia Rugby Under-17´s, hosted the strong and renowned Cadetes team from Gibraltar. Both teams, the crowd and officials paid their respects to the fallen and Remembrance Day with a minute’s silence prior to the game starting –  an emotional and respectful experience for all concerned.

To the game: conceding weight and strength in the forwards, Axarquia fought hard and a great first half saw both teams play powerful and skillful rugby with Gibraltar edging the contest scoring two tries to Axarquia’s one try, and Gibraltar went into the break leading by 12-7 points with all to play for in the 2nd half.

Axarquia, missing their manager and a tactical half-time team talk, started the second half poorly, conceding two preventable tries early on. Morale dipped, and eventually Gibraltar went on to win 39-7. It was a great display of rugby, with merit going to both sides for the spirit and sportsmanship that both sides displayed.

Axarquia Rugby are creating a strong club and really welcome all newcomers to either come and play or just to support. For more information on joining Axarquia Rugby Club, please ring Michael on 669 899 064 or 952 514 898. Training for Axarquia Rugby Club is held at the Fernando Hierro Stadium in Velez-Malaga every Tuesday and Thursday from 19.00 for the Juniors and 20.30 for the seniors (all age groups welcome).