U9's storm through to Semi-Final

• Sunshine - Check
• Gum Shield - Check
• Extra Layers - Check
• £4 Parking - You having a laugh, it's free at Wavers!

With clean kit and the fresh odour of Lenor the U9's commenced their rigorous warm up regime. The parents discussed the outrageous prices of tea and bacon rolls from the mobile catering van. Some even clubbed together to share a cup of tea!

The 1st draw was against St. Neots. The Blues dominated from the start (this was continue through the rest of the draws) so much so I forgot I was supposed to be taking photos!

The passion in the boys was for all to see and the last weekends brutal training paid dividends.

The stout defence, discipline and great handling ensured the U9's stormed through the pool games.

Kettering 4 St. Neots 1
Kettering 5 Olney 0
Kettering 4 Old Scouts 4

Some notable mentions include:

• The 'once in a lifetime' offload from Freddie
• Sam scoring a try accompanied by most of the Old Scouts
• Matthew picking up a loose ball and running for the gap
• Joel tackling the largest player of the day and bringing him down

Unfortunately, it wasn't meant to be in the semi-final and Wellingborough broke through our defence and went on to win 5-0.

The boys played their hearts out and every single one of them deservedly won 'Man of the Match'.