Epping Boys claim SHS rugby union title with 26-5 win over Asquith

Epping Boys win Sydney High Schools rugby union competition

Epping Boys High School defeated Asquith 26-5 in the grand final of the U13 Sydney High Schools Rugby Union competition.

• A year to remember
• Lifetime serving football

Epping Boys High School’s long history of sporting success has continued with its under-13 team winning the Sydney High Schools Rugby Union competition.

After cruising through the competition undefeated, the school hosted Asquith in the grand final in what shaped up to be a monumental clash.

Although the home team struck first it was still anyone’s game early in the second half when Asquith closed the gap with a length-of-the-field try. But Epping’s resilience ultimately paid off, with the team controlling possession and steamrolling their way to a 26-5 win.

“Consistency with adding the extras helped to extend the result – and lock away the shield to add to their trophy cabinet,” parent Michael Goldring said.

The win earned Epping Boys High School a Local Sports Stars nomination for Young Sporting Spirit-Team.

“The game was played in excellent spirit by both teams.

“Congratulations to all the boys on a well-played game.”

Epping Boys High School’s under-13 rugby union team has been nominated for NewsLocal’s Young Sporting Spirit Team award.

The Local Sports Stars program is searching for outstanding athletes aged under 18 as well as those who love and contribute to making sport a great experience for everyone.

Award categories are Junior Sports Star Individual, Junior Sports Star Team, Young Sporting Spirit Individual, Young Sporting Spirit Team and Service To Sport.

To nominate someone go to localsportsstars.com.au.