GALWAY CORINTHIANS 34 - 33 RAINEY
Premiership Division 2 1st October 2022
Scorers: Smyth(2*Try), Faiva(1*Try), O'Hagan(1*Try), (1*Pen Try), McLean(3*Conv)
Rainey Old Boys travelled to Galway last Saturday for their opening AIL fixture against Galway Corinthians at Corinthian Park. In a rollercoaster 34-33 game, they at least had the consolation that the 2 losing bonus points they came away with could be crucial at the business end of the season.
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RAINEY II 12 - 35 BALLYMENA
2nd XV League 1st October 2022
Scorers: S.Hastings(1*Try), Hall(1*Try), Pollock(1*Conv)
On a day of brilliant sunshine and torrential rain at Hatrick Park, Rainey II came up against the brutal effectiveness of a strong opposition scrum, losing 12-35 against Ballymena II. While Rainey were more than a match for the opposition in all other aspects, Ballymena were able to use their scrum to generate penalties at will. Such was the disparity, it is to Rainey’s credit that they only conceded 5 tries, while scoring 2 of their own, with the result still in doubt until well into the final quarter.
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History Made At Rainey Old Boys
Rainey Valentines, the senior ladies team, will long now be remembered having earned their place at Rainey Old Boys RFC
The Valentines made history yesterday, Sunday 2nd October, for multiple reasons in this new chapter at the club.
- They are the first ever senior womens team at the club
- They played their first ever conference league game
- It was the first captaincy in a league game by the formidable Megan Merro
- The first ever “Lady of the Match” was awarded to the relentless Rachel Hanna (No8)
Yes there were nerves, but excitement and promise removed any niggling fears and regrets. Despite a 24-12 loss to Banbridge RFC, the Valentines played with passion, respect, grit, and determination.
Next home match is this Friday 7th October, with a 8:00pm kick off against Lurgan Women 1st XV. All support is greatly appreciated
Ladies Rugby With Rainey Valentines
Rugby is about taking part, having fun, and keeping active. If you are new or want to get back into the game, Rainey Old Boys, Magherafelt will be hosting women’s rugby with coach Julie Seffen leading its introduction.
The sessions will be sociable and inclusive, giving you the perfect opportunity to run out on the pitch with friends, meet new ones and become part of a new rugby playing experience.