Top Tagging!

On Saturday it was Crusaders turn to host a festival for the Primary Rugby League ages.

Unfortunately numbers for U8’s were low and we therefore couldn’t facilitate a contact game for them, however, they mixed in with the U7’s and enjoyed a morning of Tag Rugby.

Crusaders decided on two 4 a-side teams. With coach Jase was, Thomas, Henry, Ollie and Teddy. With coach Darren was Beauden, Spencer, Benjamin and Bobby (from Yarm Wolves).

The teams, as well as playing each other, played Cramlington Rockets and Consett Eagles, who also made space for a Yarm player.

The games were great fun with each player getting at least one turn to run with the ball in a set of 6. There was some excellent passing and some fantastic footwork. The most impressive element was everyone’s ability to identify space and attack that area.

The Crusaders v Crusaders+ game was saved until the end. Coach Jase’s shirts team taking on the might of Coach Darren’s bib team. It was a great game with lots of tries as well as good core skills. For some players this was their first ever festival and they had been, excitedly, looking forward to it all week. Their enjoyment in getting kitted out and representing Crusaders was clear to see and they put into practice everything they had been taught. Well done boys.

Crusaders U7 and U8’s are always looking for new players so please get in touch if you think your superstar would like to give it a go.