Rugby Rose’s Match Report – Under 9s vs Thornbury at YOSC

Well hello again, Yate Rugby family! Rugby Rose here and before we dive into today’s action, I am buzzing to announce that our match-reporting team is growing faster than a winger in open space!

Please give a huge Yate RFC welcome to Sideline Sam, Try-Line Tilly, and Clubhouse Connor three fresh new voices joining our reporting crew. With so much going on at the club every single week, it’s incredible to see our media team expanding right alongside our teams on the pitch. What a time to be part of Yate Rugby!

Yate RFC – Sunday Sunshine (with a Slight Chill!)

The sun greeted us warmly this morning at Yate Outdoor Sports Complex, though it definitely brought a cheeky bite of cold with it — perfect junior rugby weather if you ask me.

Today’s matchup? Our brilliant Yate Rugby Academy Under-9s taking on the well-established and always-competitive Thornbury RFC, right here on home turf.

Thornbury turned up with a few extra players, and in true grassroots spirit they loaned a couple to Yate so we could run two high-tempo games. A classy gesture — and exactly what junior rugby is all about.

Two Evenly Matched Titans

From the opening whistle, it was clear these two sides were incredibly well-matched. The teams switched opponents halfway through, keeping things fresh and giving everyone a new challenge. The rugby on display? Honestly — chef’s kiss.

Here are some of the standout moments from a morning full of heart, hustle, and pure joy:

• Charlie & Jake delivered an absolute tackling clinic — shutting down attacks like seasoned pros.

• Mylo demonstrating his ususl poise and composure, keeping calm and going about his work both in attack and defence as if he'd been doing it for years.

• Elijah carried the ball with jet boosters attached, surging forward at every opening.

• Henry & Harry joined the charge with fearless runs and bags of determination.

• Arne dug deep in defence, proving that courage and grit matter every bit as much as flair.

• Quentin bulldozed defenders left and right, powering through with thunderous carries.

• Harvey showed off his brand-new passion for tackling — and he got stuck in all morning!

• Noah & Alex played their first ever games for Yate RFC — and slotted into the squad like they’d always been part of the family.

• And Eva? Lightning down the wing. Smart lines. Big tries. Big smile. Brilliant all round.

  
  

A Feast of Flowing Rugby

With end-to-end runs, textbook tackles, and huge effort across the park, there was nothing to separate these talented Under-9 sides. But the excitement didn’t end there…

Across the pitches, our Under-7s and Under-8s were also in full swing — filling YOSC with colour, noise, cheers, and that wonderful organised chaos that makes junior rugby so special. Everywhere you looked: energy, enthusiasm, and the unmistakable buzz of a club on the rise.

A Club Growing Every Week

A massive thank you to all players, coaches, supporters, and parents. Your commitment, spirit, and belief in what we’re building at Yate Rugby Club shines through every weekend. From new match reporters to new players, from Minis to Adults —this club is growing in every direction.

And it’s only getting better.

Until next time, this is Rugby Rose, signing off from another epic morning of grassroots rugby at YOSC.

Keep smiling, keep running, and keep loving this wonderful game! 🏉✨

Rugby Riley’s Match Report – Under 11s at Thornbury Tournament

This is only the second weekend for Me (Rugby Riley) as part of our match-reporting team, and honestly… this is incredible. What we’re building here at Yate Rugby is something special — energy, pride, and community all wrapped into one. And Riley couldn’t be more excited to be part of the team, bringing you all the action from our brilliant young players!

What a day for the Under 11s!

We had a fantastic turnout, and the team kicked things off with a warm-up that got everyone focused, fired up, and ready to play. You could feel the buzz — every single player excited to get stuck in.

Game 1 – Yate vs Dursley. A slightly slow start with the sun in their eyes and a pitch that wasn’t doing anyone any favours, but Yate knuckled down quickly. Some strong tackles, determined rucking, and real grit saw them grow into the game.

Game 2 – Yate vs Dursley (again!). With a team dropping out, we faced Dursley for the second time but this time Yate came out flying. Great catches, smart positioning, and much sharper organisation across the pitch. A strong performance against a tough side.

Game 3 – Yate vs Thornbury. The final match and the U11s were absolutely fired up. They went in strong, showing brilliant tackling, confident ball-handling, and some superb ripping. This one was a real 50/50 battle — both teams scoring great tries, both pushing hard, and both playing proper rugby. The support play was outstanding, and watching the ball move through hands with confidence was a real highlight.

Riley’s final word?

I'm really proud of how this team bonded, worked hard, and represented Yate Rugby with determination and heart.

A huge thank you to all the players, coaches, and supporters you make days like this unforgettable.

🏉 TRY-LINE TILLY’S MATCH DAY BLOG, U10s THORNBURY TOURNAMENT 🏉

Well hello, rugby family. Try-Line Tilly here, and what a sensational morning of festival rugby we’ve just witnessed from our incredible Under 10s! If you wanted passion, teamwork, grit, and smiles wider than the Severn Bridge… this was the place to be!

From the moment the boots hit the grass, you could feel the buzz. Our U10s arrived fired up, bouncing through their warm-up and shaking off any pre-tournament nerves with a quick team chat. For some of our players, this was their very first taste of tournament rugby — but you would never have known. They stepped out with huge hearts and even bigger determination.

🔥 Game 1 — Straight Out the Blocks!

With only a bare eight players (through holidays), you’d think we might be on the back foot… but absolutely not!

Our defensive line was like a brick wall, shooting up fast and shutting down space brilliantly. The pressure paid off with multiple turnover balls — pure effort, pure teamwork. You could see the boys and girls growing in confidence with every phase. What a start!

💪 Game 2 — Grit Against Thornbury

Next up: a strong and physical Thornbury side who came ready to test us.

But our U10s? They rose to the challenge in style. We’ve been working hard on ripping the ball in the maul, and today… THEY MASTERED IT. Turnovers, quick offloads, and team tries that had the side line cheering loud enough to wake the whole of South Glos. The resilience was unreal, this team does not back down.

✨ Game 3 — Rugby at Its Finest

And then came the magic. Everything clicked. The rugby flowed beautifully.

Offloads into contact? Outstanding. Movement of the ball? Fast, controlled, Intelligent and Team chemistry? Absolutely electric.

This was some of the best attacking rugby we’ve seen from this group. Every single player contributed, every breakdown had purpose, every carry had determination. It was an absolute joy to watch.

🙌 A Shoutout to the Sideline Heroes!

A huge Try-Line Tilly thank you to all the parents and supporters! Your positive encouragement fuels these young players more than you know and those smiles after every try, tackle, and turnover prove it. Keep cheering, keep clapping, keep being amazing.

✨ Summary: Development. Teamwork. Smiles.

Today wasn’t just about results (although it does help) it was about progression, confidence, and joy. Our U10s came to play, they worked their socks off, and they represented the club with pride.

This team is growing fast, learning fast, and loving every second of it And that’s what rugby is all about.

📣 Are You in School Year 5? Come Join the Fun!

If you’re in Year 5, why not join us on Wednesday nights at Yate Outdoor Sports Complex for some fast, fun, friendly rugby action?This U10s squad is honestly one of the most exciting, welcoming, and suuuuper inclusive teams around. Come have a laugh, learn new skills, and be part of something special! 💙💛

Until next time — this is Try-Line Tilly, signing off with a huge grin and even bigger admiration for our mighty Under 10s! 💙💛