Terrigal win Buchan Shield in a nail biter

Terrigal’s Under 16’s Rugby Union team with the Buchan ShieldTerrigal’s Under 16’s Rugby Union team with the Buchan Shield

Terrigal High School Under 16 Boys’ Rugby Union team have won the NSW Combined High Schools Buchan Shield Competition for 2018.

Terrigal faced Farrer Agricultural High School in the grand fi nal of the competition and pulled off a stunning 29 to 28 point victory to claim the shield. “After being behind 21-5 at half time, the boys dug deep, clawing their way back into the game and winning in the fi nal minute. “Oliver Clements was named Player of the Final after scoring four tries. “Special mention also to, Phoenix Steinwede and Hugh Naven, on their outstanding performances. “Well done boys,” said Terrigal High School Principal, Tania Turik.

Source: Website, Sep 11 Tania Turik, Terrigal High School homepage