Match Report: U16 Girls vs Wicklow (Away)
📅 Date: 3rd October 2025
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Venue: Wicklow RFC
🏉 Final Score: Wicklow 27 – 17 Gorey RFC
The U16 girls of Gorey RFC made the trip to Wicklow for a tough evening clash, battling through brutal weather conditions in what turned out to be a hard-fought contest. Despite their best efforts, the girls fell short with a final score of 27-17.
The match opened in pouring rain and strong winds, making handling and territorial play difficult. Wicklow took an early lead, but Gorey responded with determination, notching a well-earned try and some gritty defence to stay in the game at halftime.
In the second half, the conditions worsened, and while the Gorey girls showed no shortage of heart, Wicklow capitalised on late opportunities to extend their lead. The girls pushed to the final whistle and left everything on the pitch — a brave performance that showed real character.
💬 Coach’s Comment: “The score doesn’t reflect the fight and heart these girls showed. Really proud of the effort against a strong side in tough conditions.
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📅 Date: 3rd October 2025
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Venue: Wicklow RFC
🏉 Final Score: Wicklow 27 – 17 Gorey RFC
The U16 girls of Gorey RFC made the trip to Wicklow for a tough evening clash, battling through brutal weather conditions in what turned out to be a hard-fought contest. Despite their best efforts, the girls fell short with a final score of 27-17.
The match opened in pouring rain and strong winds, making handling and territorial play difficult. Wicklow took an early lead, but Gorey responded with determination, notching a well-earned try and some gritty defence to stay in the game at halftime.
In the second half, the conditions worsened, and while the Gorey girls showed no shortage of heart, Wicklow capitalised on late opportunities to extend their lead. The girls pushed to the final whistle and left everything on the pitch — a brave performance that showed real character.
💬 Coach’s Comment: “The score doesn’t reflect the fight and heart these girls showed. Really proud of the effort against a strong side in tough conditions.
🙌 Massive thanks to our sponsors for their continued support:
@redmondelectric @weatherglaze @piratescove @pettits @jamestomkinsmotors
🔵⚪🟢 #GoreyRFC #GoreyGirls #U16Rugby #YouthRugby #GreenBlueWhite #CommunityClub #ProudToBeGorey #FutureStars #RugbyFamily #ThankYouSponsors #RedmondElectric #WeatherGlaze #PiratesCove #Pettitts #JamesTomkinsMotors #GritAndGrace
