Pollock Park, home of Lurgan RFC, was the venue for the midday kick off in the U18 High Schools Cup Final, between Bangor Academy and Castlederg High School.
It was grey and overcast and Bangor had the advantage of a light breeze. Castlederg settled quickly with forwards and backs both gaining metres. However, a series of big carries brought Bangor close to the Castlederg line.
From close range Frankie Shrivers drove over, in the corner to give Bangor a 5-0 lead after 9 minutes.
The wind suddenly became stronger, the light dropped and Lurgan was hit by a heavy rain squall. It quickly drenched players and spectators. It became very challenging keeping the front element of the lens dry. Players suffered in the . . .
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