Match Report
Sherborne School 2nd XV vs Radley College
On: Saturday, 30 Nov 2024
Venue: at Home
Sherborne 2nd XV faced Radley College’s 2nd team in a thrilling and tightly contested match. Despite an early setback with Radley scoring the first try, Sherborne responded impressively, showing resilience and creativity in attack. Two well-executed tries, finished by Alex G and Freddie S, brought Sherborne back into contention and demonstrated their attacking prowess. The game then developed into a physical battle, with both sides locked in an intense contest for dominance. Radley capitalised on a brief lapse to level the score, keeping the match finely poised heading into the final stages.
In the closing quarter, Radley applied sustained pressure and managed to break through Sherborne’s determined defence to take the lead. Sherborne fought valiantly, pressing hard in search of a third try that would secure a draw, but despite their relentless effort, it proved just out of reach. Both teams delivered an entertaining and skilful display, with courageous defence and dynamic attacking play on show. This was a standout performance from Sherborne’s 2nd XV, showcasing their growth and determination in both attack and defence against strong opposition.