8/10/06 Pontefract`s under 14s finished with a win and a defeat from a three - way tournament involving Wetherby and Moortown. Despite only playing once this season Ponte were quickly into their stride in their first game against Moortown as speedy centre Jacob Scott sailed over for the first try. The pack were dominant and Kyle Scott and James Thackery made the in-roads from which Julian Thackery went over to give Ponte a half time score of 10-0. They then weathered a fierce onslaught from the Moortown youngsters, with full back Bradley Oates making a couple of telling tackles And Michael O`Donnell Ben Robinson and Andrew Fradgley combinding some big hits with some determined carries. After only a brief respite , Ponte took on a refreshed Wetherby side. Chris Widdop was unlucky not to cross after good work from Jake Hopps and Josh Beddis and though Wetherby took the lead with a contentious try, Jonny Fox`s powerful break levelled up the scores just before the interval. Wetherby crossed twice in the second half to secure the win , Pontefract were well led by Liam Greenwood, and can reflect on their efforts with a great deal of pride and satisfaction. Scott was the player of the tournament for Pontefract. Pontefract under 14s are always looking for new players--training is on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Moor Lane starting at 6pm, all new players will be made welcome. 15/10/06 Pontefract u 14s v Moortown u 14s The result of this game was in the balance until the final play of a free flowing and entertaining game. Pontefract started well,with James Thackery and foster anchoring the scrum and the impressive scrum half Josh Beddis unleashing his backs at pace. Quick ball from Liam Greenwood and Jake Hopps resulted in Jacob Scott twice brushing aside defenders for a brace of tries, one of which was goaled by Bradley Oates, only for Moortown to level it up by half time. The home side made a good start to the second period, with John Fox and Michael O`Donnell industrious and flankers Andy Fradgley and Ben Robinson asking questions. David Hurst And Chris Widdop combinding to set up Scott`s third try but again the visitors came back to take the lead. Pontefract pressed until the death and newcomer Matt Robinson was held up close to the line. Beddis claimed the man of the match honours ahead of hat trick hero Scott. Final Score Pontefract 17 v 22 Moortown