Dready Westin pours it on

The National Men’s 7s team competes in the Rugby North America (RAN) regional sevens every season. Players are selected from the Maples Group National Sevens Academy who train and participate in several tournaments.

The CRFU conducts a sevens competition for men and women which runs over four weekends at this time of the year. The teams compete in the RF Bank & Trust 7s Series for the Estella Scott-Roberts Memorial Trophy, and the player of the tournament is awarded the Peter O’Neill’s Trophy Vase. 

What a day of thrilling 7s rugby at the RF Bank & Trust October 7s Series! Round 2 on Saturday. It was South Africa 7s Day and delivered non-stop action under challenging skies.

Here’s how the battles unfolded:

Game 1: A nail-biter

Team Dready Westin 7s (14) vs Ama Tsotsi 7s (12)

A very good first game in tough conditions. The skies opened and the rains came down.  The match was decided by a moment of magic from Jaco, with a lovely little chip and chase for a try. Eddie’s conversion proved to be the difference in a game that had a little bit of spice at the end.

Game 2: Another thriller

Ama Tsotsi 7s (12) vs Peter O’Neill’s Wolfhounds 7s (17)

This one went down to the wire. The precipitation eased for this one. Caff powered over for a score, while J May just edged out his teammate in a hilarious sprint slide. The win was sealed by young Cousin Dave Brady with a breakaway try off a J May assist.

Game 3: Statement win

Team Dready Westin 7s (34) vs Peter O’Neill’s Wolfhounds 7s (10)

Team Dready Westin saved their best for last, putting on an offloading clinic and running in try after try in a dominant second-half performance. A truly impressive display of 7s rugby!

The grand finale:

The day concluded with a fantastic exhibition match between the Tournament Selects and National Selects, celebrating the spirit and talent on show. The crowd was entertained by some impressive skills and ball handling.