September 20th 2025
After many weeks of preparation both on and off the pitch for the new season, we welcomed Gosford All Blacks 3’s to HQ.
A real blend of both youth and veteran players for both sides, (with Littlemore debuting 3 new players ), we were set for a great afternoon of rugby.
Things got underway at 2:30, and unfortunately for Gosford, it was an early injury to their hooker from the kick off. Forcing an early shuffle in the pack, replacement hooker Jason Beesley stepped straight in.
With play finally restarted, Littlemore showed early dominance. A lineout deep in the opposition 22, played out to the backs , saw flanker Callum Dickerson power over for a converted try, giving Littlemore an early lead of 7-0.
Much of the first half following remained an equal battle for territory. Unforced errors, and repeat penalty offences stopped any flow to the first half.
Leading up to half time, Littlemore were awarded a scrum. As they powered forward for what looked like a push over try, Scrum Half Vinnie picked up the loose ball that had popped out the back and touched down under the posts for Littlemore’s second try. An easy one for Shaun Eadle to slot for the conversion 14-0
Second half underway, and the weather took a turn for the worse, with heavy rain beginning to fall, making conditions slippery and challenging for both teams. Gosford found fortune for their efforts, and a break away try saw them get on the the scoreboard for an unconverted try. 14-5
With scrums being forced to uncontested, and with plenty of fresh legs from the bench, the game become a Littlemore free flowing, but despite both teams efforts, the scoreline remained 14-5 at the final whistle.
