Excitement filled the air on Friday the 3rd April. The Boys eager to get to Bloemfontein.
Saturday 4th of April saw Union take on Hoerskool Upington. A hard fought game. Which up till the last 10 minutes could of gone either way. The end whistle went and Union ended victorious 26-15. Tries scored by Benji , Noel and two from Liyabona. Lukhona was successful with 3 of 4 conversion
Monday 6th of April Union played against Grey College C. The boys showed guts and determination going into half time with a 7-0. Second half saw Grey College fight back. They boys never gave up till the final whistle. Union lost 12-24. Tries scored by Liyabona and Lwandle. Lukhona added 1 conversion.
On the final day Union was up against Hoërskool Trio. A tough opponent again. The boys set the tone of not backing down from the start no matter size difference. Half time Union was Leading 7-5. Second half and discipline letting us down. Allowed Trio back into the game. Union ended up losing 10-15. Try Scored by Liyabona and Nathaniel added the conversion and a penalty.
Throughout the festival the boys developed confidence and self belief. They didn’t back down to larger opposition rather played smarter rugby.
The u14 would like to thank uncle Trevor and Mr Koeberg for driving and being with us on tour. Thank you to the parents who attended and supported from the sideline. A touch of home always boosts the boys.