School takes 3-1 lead
It's advantage Rydal Penrhos after the first leg of their annual Cooper Cup clash with Colwyn Bay.
The Preparatory School rugby stars began the defence of their crown in strong fashion and currently lead 3-1 in what was a highly competitive set of fixtures on Saturday, February 11.
The U8 side got the ball rolling with a narrow 10-7 victory against the hosts, with Dominic Chamberlain producing a memorable performance which was the catalyst behind their success.
Another notable effort came from Will Glanville, while the girl duo of Charlotte Payne and Lily Copeland both touched down in the triumph.
There was further success in the form of the U9 side, who overcame formidable opposition to gain a 7-5 success.
Livewire Cieran Milligan was a constant threat to the Bay rearguard another virtuoso display from the talented youngster, while Freddie MacLaverty, Biv Gilmartin, Tristan Griffiths and Zac Coverley also took the eye.
Rydal Penrhos then raced into a commanding lead in the tie thanks to a sterling effort from the U10s, who overcame their neighbours after a pulsating contest that finished in favour of the visitors.
The one blight on their record came as the U11 side fell to a 45-26 reverse at the hands of a very gifted home side despite tries from Zac Roberts, Ollie Davies (2) and Jonathan Osbourne.
The school need two wins from four second leg contests to keep the coveted trophy once again, with the next set of encounters set for Saturday, March 25.