NZ Schools Rugby Teams Win Big in Abu Dhabi
Kiwi Rugby Powerhouses Dominate World schools Festival Opener
Abu Dhabi – New Zealand’s rugby dominance on the world stage continues as Kelston Boys’ High and Westlake Boys’ High stormed to remarkable victories in their opening matches at the World Schools Rugby Festival in Abu dhabi.
The Auckland powerhouses are aiming to bring the prestigious title back to New Zealand for a third consecutive year.
Kelston Boys’ High, champions of Auckland 1A and the Blues First XV, made a resounding statement wiht a 33-0 demolition of South African side EG Jansen Hoërskool. The young EG Jansen team,comprised primarily of players who will be starting their new season in March,struggled to contain the relentless Kiwi attack.
Right wing Satali Fretton opened the scoring for Kelston in the fourth minute, touching down in the corner after a powerful scrum move initiated by No. 8 Aio Keith.Tyson Parsons added a penalty, though kicking proved challenging throughout the match.
Westlake Boys’ High,the reigning tournament champions,faced a tougher challenge against English champions Harrow School but ultimately emerged victorious with a 22-5 win.
Kiwi Rugby Supremacy Solidified in World Schools Festival Opener
Abu Dhabi - New Zealand’s reign over the global rugby landscape shows no signs of waning, with Kelston Boys’ High and Westlake Boys’ High delivering domineering performances in their opening clashes at the prestigous World Schools Rugby Festival in Abu Dhabi.
Kelston Boys’ High: Reigning champions of Auckland 1A and the Blues First XV,Kelston issued a powerful statement with a resounding 33-0 victory over South African contenders EG Jansen Hoërskool.
The young EG Jansen team, primarily composed of players set to begin their new season in March, struggled to contain Kelston’s relentless offensive pressure.
Right wing Satali Fretton ignited the scoring spree in the fourth minute, crossing the try line after a formidable scrum move spearheaded by no. 8 Aio Keith. Tyson Parsons added a penalty for Kelston, though kicking conditions proved challenging throughout the match.
Westlake Boys’ High: The defending tournament champions faced a stiffer challenge against England’s top side, Harrow School. Despite the unwavering resistance, Westlake emerged victorious with a 22-5 triumph, proving their championship mettle.
This double dose of kiwi dominance sets the stage for a captivating tournament, as both auckland powerhouses aim to secure the prestigious title for New Zealand for a remarkable third consecutive year.