Yes, this was a really tough match for the U19's. Hull had two very big and impressive forwards in Silk and Marquez-Laynz (I think those are the correct names) and they caused a lot of damage close to our line. Their kicking on the last tackle was also very good, although we didn't help ourselves with some of the positioning. But in general we had a bit more flair than they had, and towards the end Hull were starting to flag. However I think for me the most important aspect of the win was the fight and determination that the young lads put into the game. They could easily have gone down to a loss as Hull had a 10-14 point lead on a couple of occasions in the game, but they came back fighting each time and when our backs did find some space, they really punished Hull.
Livett had a good game, he forced his way over in the corner for his first try, then made a lovely break 40 yards out for his second. Jack Johnson also got on the score sheet when he collected a poor kick to touch by Hull, then ran around the defensive line before bursting through a couple of tackles and finally outpacing the wing to score under the posts. Finally the scoring was completed by Foggin- Johnson, who seems to be full of confidence atm. He squeezed in at the corner for his first, then made a lovely mazy run close to the Hull line to put the ball under the posts for the deciding score.
From the other players I think I was impressed by little Bob Holroyd who seemed to have a long stint on the field and sapped the energy of the Hull players with some bullocking runs. He was also a rock in defence and got through a fair bit of work. I think we would have lost this match without his contribution because we have a relatively young squad. Pat Moran (prop) looked good, particularly as he has only just turned 17, and it was good to see an even younger prop in Jack Dulhanty (17 in August) getting some time on the field as well. If these two continue to develop they are going to be a real handful in a couple of years.