Sunday saw the Onedrywash sponsored Doncaster Knights under 10s visit Headingley stadium, they had the chance to play at half time during the Aviva Premiership game between Leeds Carnegie and London Wasps.
12 of the squad left Doncaster, just as it seemed the sun was starting to break through, but arrived at Headingley to a damp, grey autumn sky. Nothing was going to spoil this day, the boys - beaming from ear to ear made their way into the stadium, collected their commerative water bottles and headed for their seats.
With one or two notable exceptions, the boys cheered on Carnegie as they searched for their first league win of the season, and then just before half time, we found a quiet corner and prepared for our game.
Under the floodlights and on a fantastic surface, BJ led the team out onto the Headingley pitch, and the game began.
The 12 minutes we were allowed shot past, and I am not sure any of us remember much about the game except for a fabulous try from Thomas - but I do know everyone left the field with the same smile they went on with, taking time to wave to the crowd on their way off.
This was a fantastic day, enjoyed by players, parents and coaches alike. Thanks to Dave for refereeing, and to the parents for getting the boys there - but most of all to Helen and her team at Leeds Carnegie for the invite.
Lets hope the boys can carry this enthusiasm through to next weeks game against local rival Sheffield and Rotherham !!
12 of the squad left Doncaster, just as it seemed the sun was starting to break through, but arrived at Headingley to a damp, grey autumn sky. Nothing was going to spoil this day, the boys - beaming from ear to ear made their way into the stadium, collected their commerative water bottles and headed for their seats.
With one or two notable exceptions, the boys cheered on Carnegie as they searched for their first league win of the season, and then just before half time, we found a quiet corner and prepared for our game.
Under the floodlights and on a fantastic surface, BJ led the team out onto the Headingley pitch, and the game began.
The 12 minutes we were allowed shot past, and I am not sure any of us remember much about the game except for a fabulous try from Thomas - but I do know everyone left the field with the same smile they went on with, taking time to wave to the crowd on their way off.
This was a fantastic day, enjoyed by players, parents and coaches alike. Thanks to Dave for refereeing, and to the parents for getting the boys there - but most of all to Helen and her team at Leeds Carnegie for the invite.
Lets hope the boys can carry this enthusiasm through to next weeks game against local rival Sheffield and Rotherham !!
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