Match Reports & Videos: 2024
Albany
RESULT North Shore 34–
Albany 45
October 26, 2024, 1:00pm @ Dick Green Field, Frisbie Ave, Albany, NY 12202
Referee's Official Match Report
No report on record.
Our Match Report
On a sunny but blustery afternoon in Albany, the North Shore Rugby Football Club squared off against Albany RFC in a game that showcased resilience, intensity, and dramatic second-half momentum shifts. North Shore fought back from a considerable halftime deficit but ultimately fell short, with Albany securing a 45-34 victory.
The first half saw Albany assert early dominance, running through their hard-carrying forwards. Albany scored several tries, building a daunting 33-10 lead by halftime. North Shore’s lone bright spot in the opening half was a converted try from Timmy, and a penalty kick to keep North Shore on the board.
The game took an aggressive turn early in the second half when Albany’s second-rower received a red card for punching Timmy. With Albany down a man, North Shore seized the opportunity to launch an inspiring comeback. Timmy scored again while Pecs powered over the line for another try, and "Kiwi" Joe took a dropped ball on a long-range, scampering run to dot down our fourth try. Tim was flawless off the tee, going 4/4 on conversions and adding two penalty kicks, pushing Albany to the edge at 38-34 with just ten minutes remaining.
Albany, however, held firm in the dying minutes, scoring a decisive try and conversion to bring the final tally to 45-34. Despite the loss, North Shore's spirited fightback was a testament to their grit and determination, and they’ll be looking to build on this momentum for their last match against South Shore, which is being played at St. John's Prep in Danvers, MA. Training resumes this week at 7 pm back on the hallowed grounds of GEAA Field in Lynn, MA
MoTM:
Tim Wilkinson - Backs
Joe Raimondi - Forwards
Brandon Ross - Dick of the Day (2nd in a row)
