30th NOVEMBER 08
CULCHETH EAGLES U14s 14 v ECCLES & SALFORD JUNIORS U14s 12
Culcheth just edged a strong Eccles side in a tremendous game of rugby which was a credit to both sides. James Doody was awarded Man of the Match for an outstanding all round performance. Jack Heyes picked up Most Improved and Martin Hall Top tackler.
Point Scorers for Eagles
Andrew Jones, Sean Clark 2. Conversions Adam Forshaw.
23rd NOVEMBER 08
CULCHETH EAGLES U17s 46 v BLACKPOOL SCORPIONS U17s 00
In poor weather conditions Culcheth dominated and tamed The Scorpions. Culcheth were excellent in defence putting pressure on Blackpool every time they were in possession forcing them into errors. After some positional changes in the team Culcheths go forward improved and reaped the benefits. MOM Jack Wilshire was superb scoring a hat trick, pushed all the way by Sam Stretch with 2, Adam Coley 1 try and 2 conversion, Andy Rogers 1 and Elliot ‘hop, skip and jump’ Wales 1, Will Dawbarn slotted over 5 conversions. This was a much improved team performance with strong contributions also from Nick Mullins, Ben Hoyles and Jack Savage.
CULCHETH EAGLES U15s 34 v FITTON HILL BULLDOGS U15s 14
In a hastily reversed fixture Eagles played host to Fitton Hill Bulldogs on a day when most sane people would have stayed in bed. From the kick off Eagles came out firing on all cylinders pinning Bulldogs in their own 20 for the first set and once they had ball in hand they caused the visitors defence innumerable problems. Eagles registered 4 quick tries which looked likely to set the tone of the game, but then Bulldogs hit back and scored on half time, the joy of the supporters and players was great to see. After the re start Eagles were caught on the back foot as a drop in concentration led to an error strewn period giving Fitton Hill possession which they were able to capitalize on, a real arm wrestle developed as Culcheth woke up again and registered 2 more scores.
This was a great advert for the youth game between these two developing teams from, players and supporters alike just wish it had been a bit warmer!
Try scorers for Eagles - Miller, Coppin, Emery, Higham. Conversions Coppin & Bradley
Match Photos - http://eaglepics.piczo.com/u15svfittonhillbulldogs2?cr=5&vsrc=preview&linkvar=000044
16th NOVEMBER 08
CADISHEAD RHINOS U15s 10 v CULCHETH EAGLES U15s 36
Eagles played some of their best rugby this season in a fantastic team performance against local rivals Cadishead Rhinos. Eagles put on the pressure right from the off not allowing Cadishead any ground whilst pressuring in the attack. It wasn’t long before a scoot from dummy half by John Eland opened Eagles score card and Eagles then went from strength to strength although new boys Cadishead did not give up, Eagles experience came through and a hard working defence led by Simon Higham supported by Ben Emery and Jamie Palmer caused Rhinos endless problems.
Each player in black and gold can be proud of themselves today for their contribution to a solid team performance.
Try Scorers - Eland, Higham, Coppin, Emery, McKeever. Convrsions - Coppin & Bradley.
Match Photos - http://eaglepics.piczo.com/u15svcadishead?preview=y&sl=0&st=0&cr=5
9th NOVEMBER 08
CULCHETH EAGLES U15s 18 v FITTON HILL BULLDOGS U15s 00
In a game with an afternoon kick off Eagles took this as an opportunity to put into practice training field moves as this would be a less pressurised fixture against new boys Fitton Hill who are still finding their feet in this league. It became obvious from the outset that Fitton Hill were going to struggle to contain a very fluid Eagles squad who used the full width of the field to their advantage sending all but one of their players over for a try - SORRY BRADDERZ!! Credit must be given to Fitton Hill for their courage and determination to play and hopefully by the end of this season they will have a full squad and will be able to compete on more equal terms. MOM - Jamie Palmer, COACHES AWARD - Johnny Eland, DEFENCE AWARD - Ben Emery.
Try Scorers for Eagles
SImon Highm(3), Ben Emery(3), Reece Carney(3), Johnny Eland(2), Jamie Palmer(2), Josh Coppin, Rob Miller, Sam Taylor. Conversions Alex Bradley, Josh Coppin, Reece Carney.
Match Photos - http://eaglepics.piczo.com/u15svfittonhillbulldogs2?cr=5&linkvar=000044
2nd NOVEMBER 08
CULCHETH EAGLES U17s 26 v SPRING VIEW U17s 10
Culcheth made hard work of shaking off a resolute Spring View outfit. The game was full of good free flowing rugby from both teams, Culcheth’s defence was on top form for most of the game and with a little more patience in attack Culcheth would have scored more tries for their efforts. Try scorers for Culcheth were Adam Heggie(2), Sam Stretch, Jack Wilshire, Elliot Wales and Will Dawbarn and A conversion from Andy Rodgers. Sam Cooper collected both MOM and POW.
SHAW RHINOS U15s 60 v CULCHETH EAGLES U15s 10
Eagles got of to a flying start and opened the scoring, with a well worked try in the corner from Ben Emery, Eagles added to their tally soon after as Alex Braddley pushed over the line with what seem to be the entire Shaw squad hanging on. Although Eagles had many other opportunities to add the points they were never able to capitalise on these as poor decisions took their toll as well as the 3 extra Shaw players. It was in the last ten minutes that Shaw racked up their points as Culcheths defence had run out of steam and had nothing left to give to chase down the one man tries. Eagles can be proud of the effort today with MOM going to Rob Miller who worked relentlessly in defence.
Match Photos - http://eaglepics.piczo.com/u15svshawrhinos?cr=5&linkvar=000044
26th OCTOBER 08
CULCHETH EAGLES U17s 04 v CROSFIELDS U17s 40
In this Lancs Cup quarter final, a local Warrington derby, Crosfields ran out deserved winners with a scoreline that maybe flatters them. In shocking conditions both teams played some good rugby and defended very well. Sam Stretch crossed for Culcheth. MOM went to full back Nick Mullins who played out of his skin.
Match Photos - http://eaglepics.piczo.com/u17svcrosfields?cr=5&linkvar=000044
19th October 08
HARESFINCH U17s 18 v CULCHETH EAGLES U17s 14
Culcheth travelled to Haresfinch unbeaten so far this season but came away with their wings clipped with a converted try in the last minute. Culcheth were not at their best and payed for their errors and discipline. Jack Wilshire scored his usual try with twins Andy and Sam Rodgers also crossing. MOM went to the immense Sam Stretch whilst captain Adam Heggie picked up POW.
CULCHETH EAGLES U15s 00 v WIDNES ST MARIES U15s 60
Eagles U15s turned up today in body but not in mind and definitely not in spirit. This was a disappointing result for all involved in this squad as the usual enthusiasm and never say die attitude was missing today as the squad were unable to contain a strong Widnes side.
Match Photos - http://eaglepics.piczo.com/u14svwidnesstmaries?cr=5&linkvar=000044
12th OCTOBER 08
BLACKPOOL SCORPIONS U17s 04 - CULCHETH EAGLES U17s 10
A second trip to Blackpool saw Eagles put in a workman like performance to secure victory in the first round of the Lancashire Cup.
Sam Stretch crossed the whitewash mid way through the first half with Andrew Rogers adding the extras to put Eagles in the lead. It was not until two minutes from the final whistle that Culcheth guaranteed their win with a try in the corner from Jack Wilshire. MOM went to Tom Blohm.
Eagles now face up to Crosfields at Shaw Street on 26th October 08 kick off 11.45am
CULCHETH EAGLES U15s 08 - SADDLEWORTH RANGERS 44
Eagles played host to division leaders Saddleworth for their first round Lancashire Cup match and were faced with an up hill battle only being able to field 9 men. However, again Eagle grit and determination saw Eagles register the opening score through the dogged determination of Reece Carney, the first half closed at 4 - 14 with the visitors having to work hard for their points. Again Carney opened the second half scoring as he crawled over the line dragging three defenders with him. Eagles put in a valiant effort but eventually Saddleworths extra numbers took it’s toll and saw them score 5 comfortable tries to take them through o the next round.
Match Photos - http://eaglepics.piczo.com/u15svsaddleworthrangers?cr=5&linkvar=000044
WOOLSTON ROVERS U14s 10 v CULCHETH EAGLES U14s 46
An excellent performmance by Culcheth against local rivals Woolston saw them progress to the next round of the North West Counties Cup where they will meet Folly Lane. James Doody’s strong running and tackling saw him awarded Man of The Match with an excellent defensive effort form Ben Smallman earned him Top Tackler and Most improved went to Martin Hall.
5th OCTOBER 08
BLACKPOOL SCORPIANS U17s 04 v CUCLHETH EAGLES U17s 42
Culcheths good start to the season continued with an improved performance against Scorpions. The Eagles got off to a slow, sloppy start conceding a try within 10 minutes, they then woke up as Jack Wilshire scored two fantastic tries added to by a full lengther from Sam Rogers. The second half saw a much improved display with Sam Cooper, Adam Coley and the impressive Sam Stretch (2) add to the score sheet, the half also saw Jack Wilshire complete his hat trick, Andy Rogers added to the result with 5 conversions. MOM went to the ever improving William Dawbarn.
CUCHETH EAGLES U14s 10 v ROCHDALE MAYFIELD U14s 18
A fantastic effort from 11 man Culcheth saw them within 2 points of Rochdale until a last minute try saw the visitors safely home. John Firth and try scorer Andrew Jones shared MOM whilst James Doody was Top Tackler and Elliot Long picked up Most Improved.
Match Photos - http://eaglepics.piczo.com/u14svrocdalemayfield?cr=5&linkvar=000044
BLACKPOOL STANLEY U17s 12 - CULCHETH EAGLES u17s 22
In a competitive first 20 minutes Stanley took the lead twice, making Cu;lcheth work hard to get back in the game with Adam Coley scoring two excellent individual tries. Culcheth then dominated and took the lead with some skillful play again from Coley who scored his hat trick. After half time Eagles relaxed and gave the ball away on to many occasions. Culcheth reformed to score a superb team try with Coley and Jack Wilshire taking the defence apart to find speedy new boy Sam Morris in support to beat two defenders and score under the sticks. Andy Rogers was successful with 3 conversions and MOM went to Adam Coley.
FITTON HILL BULLDOGS U15s 08 - CULCHETH EAGLES u15s 50
New boys Fitton Hill never gave up in this friendly played in great spirit by both sides, but Eagles match experience showed through with some slick ball work leading to text book support paly and an organised defence made it difficult foe the home team to find the gaps.
Match Photos - http://eaglepics.piczo.com/u15svfittonhillbulldogs1?cr=5&linkvar=000044
BLACKPOOL STANLEY U14s 00 - CULCHETH EAGLES u14s 62
Culcheths first visit to Blackpool Stanley resulted in a very strong team performance with Andy Jones winning Man of The Match for his 5 tries and all round work, Sean Clark was awarded Top Tackler as well as crossing for 2 tries and Alex Lewis was chosen as Most Improved. Other try scorers were James Doody, Ben Smallman and Liam Pleavin with conversions from Adam Forshaw and John Firth.
