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MATCH REPORTS 2009/10 (Under 12s)

18th April 2010 Kingsbridge under 12s Festival
On a beautiful sunny morning (and with a rock hard pitch!) Brixham under 12s once again found that their team is not best suited to festival rugby where the small pitches and short games generally favour the bigger teams.
The first pool match was against Okehampton. Brixham had the slope in their favour in the first half but despite lots of pressure were unable to score and went in 0--0 at half time. The big Okehampton forwards managed to cross the Brixham try line twice in the second half to give a final score of 14--0.
Brixham made four changes for the second game which was against Tavistock. Despite never giving up the game ended in a 49--7 loss with Piers Benjamin scoring what would be Brixham's only try of the tournament (and which was converted by Sam Clarke).
The third and final game was against Newton Abbot which was lost 21--0.

4th April 2010 Brixham 12 Tamworth 33
Brixham played a very competitive touring team and lost out to a streetwise side, who were particularly efficient in the loose.
Although missing several more seasoned team members due to either the holidays or injury, the young Fishermen still enjoyed the early pressure and after excellent ripping of the ball by Brixham captain Andre Simonetti, got within spitting distance of the try-line, unfortunately a penalty against them allowed Tamworth to kick downfield. Brixham still had possession, but lost it on the right hand wing, against the run of play. The defence wasn't organized and this allowed the Tamworth winger a direct run to the Brixham tryline, before off-loading to a large forward to crash over.
This score no doubt boosted the visitors confidence and they started to play a wider game, crossing the line 4 more times. The Brixham scrum, powered by Harvey Bevan-Jones, Ben Weedon, Oliver Cook, William Jackson, Josh Rogers and Piers Benjamin was the stronger of the two, and even won a couple of balls against the put-in. The backs made good use of it and there was strong running by Simonetti, Douglas Oakes, Luke Lang, Tom Davies and Sam Clarke. Jack Brown at fullback was targeted with several high balls, but always gathered and ran them back with interest.
During the early part of the second half, Brixham increased their work-rate and were rewarded with a penalty 5m from the Tamworth line. Bevan-Jones was chosen to run the ball and despite the best efforts of Tamworth, he was able to cross the line, for a try which went unconverted. Luke Lang ran in Brixham's second try after some good tackling in midfield and quick ball. It was converted by Simonetti.

21st March 2010 WELLINGTON 14 BRIXHAM 14
Brixham played with determination against Wellington. William Jackson scored the first try of the match as he powered over the Wellington Line. This was converted by Sam Clark who successfully converted all the tries of the day. Wellington answered back with a try and a conversion. However soon afterwards Brixham full-back Jack Brown had a great run the length of the pitch to put another one down for Brixham. There was some good pressure from the Brixham forwards - Bradley Langdon, Josh Rogers, Harvey Bevan-Jones, Ben Weedon and Piers Benjamin. There were some good runs by Andre Simonetti, Luke Lang and Eliot Smith but Wellington were fighting back and after a Brixham throw in, a loose ball bounced over the Brixham try line - Brixham thought it was a dead ball but Wellington went for the touch and were awarded the try, to bring the scores level.
NEWTON ABBOT v BRIXHAM 40-14
Newton piled the pressure on from the start. Newton had great power in their forwards and had something to prove to Brixham, after having lost the last 3 games to them. They scored 6 tries and converted 5, to leave Brixham reeling. The young Fishermen answered back in the second half with 2 great tries, one from Simonetti and one from Benjamin, both converted by Clark. Unfortunately Langdon was injured and the team were also missing a couple of proven performers, so struggled to close the gap any further.

14th March 2010
Brixham travelled down to the Devonport Services ground for a mini tournament involving Devonport and Plymstock Albion Oaks. Each team played 2 games of a 20 minute duration and Brixham won both by the same margin, 28-0.
The young Fishermen played Plymstock first and good scrummaging by the Brixham forwards - Ben Weedon, Oliver Cook, Harvey Bevan-Jones, Allen Davis, William Jackson and Bradleigh Langdon, released the backline, with Luke Lang bursting through several tackles before putting the ball down - unfortunately the tryline was poorly marked and he had put the ball down behind the dead ball line - so it was back to the drawing board! Brixham captain Andre Simonetti collected the re-start and a good run by him and then Rob McLeod set up scrum-half Jacob Churchill for the team's first try.
Another powerful Brixham scrum set up Lang for a run through the midfield before Jackson collected the ball from the back of a ruck and ploughed through the remaining defence for Brixham's second try. The third try came from a long kick by Simonetti - the chase was good and pressure by Cook and Davis saw McLeod receive the ball and shrug off a couple of tackles before touching down. The final try was scored after a drive up the middle by the forwards, the ball was spun out to winger Eliot Smith and his acceleration took him past the cover defence. Conversions were by Simonetti.
The second game was against a very useful Devonport side, who had previously also beaten Plymstock. This team were harder to break down and the first third of the game was played near the centre of the pitch, with both teams trying to find a way through. Brixham's first opportunity came after they were awarded a penalty - Jackson received the ball and his run was unstoppable after he had built up a head of steam. Brixham were another 7 points up after Bevan-Jones received a free kick - he made a great run and great presentation of the ball allowed Simonetti to collect quickly and touch down.
Jack Brown had a good game at full-back and he linked well with Sam Clarke and Douglas Oakes. Great running lines by them set up Churchill for a sprint to the corner for Brixham's third try. Langdon was also working hard - he charged down a kick which was received by Oakes - who crossed the line but was held up. Brixham won the resulting 5m scrum and quick hands by Brown and winger Tom Davies released Bevan-Jones, whose surging run was not going to be stopped (although six Devonport players did try). Conversions were kicked by Simonetti, Clarke and Brown.

7th March 2010 Torquay 0 Brixham 12
The young Fishermen edged out the home side in a tight encounter - a match which was dominated by the forward play of both sides. This was the first game the team had played with 15 a side - two of them were playing out of position. Brixham captain Andre Simonetti and Rob McCleod who usually play fly-half and outside centre respectively, became flankers, joining Ben Weedon, Harvey Bevan-Jones, Oliver Cook, William Jackson, Piers Benjamin, Bradleigh Langdon, Josh Rogers and Jack Minchin - Brixham certainly had the stronger scrum, winning several balls against the put-in. The tackling from both sides was excellent, with defences quickly into position, shutting down the channels outside the centre. The first try was 20 minutes in coming and was against the run of play, with Torquay enjoying a period of pressure. Simonetti was able to rip the ball and break out of the Brixham 22 with a great run upfield, he was tackled, but the ball was taken on by Jacob Churchill and Douglas Oakes, before being recycled quickly for Simonetti to sprint to the line. The try was converted by fly-half Sam Clarke.
The game was still very close during the second half with both teams threatening the tryline, only for a knock-on or penalty to spoil their chances. But Brixham were now playing with more confidence and their second try came after superb forward pressure up the left hand wing, with the ball being run by Langdon and McCleod. Benjamin collected and shrugged off several tackles before crossing the Torquay whitewash, for a try which went unconverted.
The Tics did not give up and there was plenty of time left in the second half for a score or two, but as the game opened up, the Brixham wingers were able to stretch their legs, Luke Lang, Eliot Smith, Tom Davies and Jack Brown all made good runs and helped to make sure the rest of the game was played in the Torquay half.

28th Feb 2010 Brixham 0 Barnstaple 21
All credit to Barnstaple who made the long trip down from North Devon and were still able to play with such confidence and energy. The damage was done in the first half, with the young Fishermen unprepared for the onslaught from the Barum forwards and the width the backs were happy to work with. At one stage the ball went from one side of the field to the other and back again, before the winger found the space needed to accelerate and dodge the cover defence.
The Brixham scrum however, was more powerful and won a couple of balls against the head, but Barnstaple's lineout was working well and they scored again via a centre, after the ball was won deep in the Brixham half. Barnstaple's third try came from quick ball in the centre of the pitch, the ball was spun wide and off-loaded to the winger, who had the gas to beat the remaining defence.
After their efforts in the first half, unsurprisingly Barnstaple were a bit more subdued in the second half and a more determined effort from Brixham got them back into the game, with great runs by Andre Simonetti, Bradleigh Langdon, William Jackson, Luke Lang and Douglas Oakes. Brixham came closest to scoring after winning a penalty 5m from the tryline, but the Barum defence was equal to the challenge, turned the ball over and managed to clear their lines. Brixham certainly enjoyed more territory and possession in the second half, but were unable to convert that into points and Barnstaple hung on for a well deserved win.

21st Feb 2010 TOTNES 0 BRIXHAM 63
Brixham travelled to Totnes to play in bright sunshine, but on a very wet pitch! Totnes tried hard and did enjoy a couple of spells of pressure in the second half, but unfortunately they lacked the co-ordination and teamwork necessary to overcome a well-honed Brixham attack and aggressive defence, so the traffic became mainly one-way. Opening the scoring for Brixham was winger Luke Lang. He was followed over the line by William Jackson, Rob McLeod, Ben Weedon, Douglas Oakes, Bradleigh Langdon, Jacob Churchill, Harvey Bevan-Jones and Piers Benjamin. Conversions were kicked by Andre Simonetti, Sam Clarke, Rob McLeod and Bradleigh Langdon.

14th Feb 2009 Newton Abbot 21 Brixham 63
Brixham bounced back from defeat last week to overcome a strong Newton Abbot team, with nine tries shared between forwards and backs, although there was only one try separating the teams at half time. The All Whites had more grunt at scrum-time, but they found it difficult to compete with the mobility of the Brixham forwards at the rucks, so struggled for possession. Newton Abbot took the initiative from the kick-off however and a powerful driving maul by their forwards provided the springboard for an incisive run by a centre - several missed tackles later and the All Whites were 7 points up.
The young Fishermen retaliated with a fine run by Rob McLeod, the ball being taken over the line by William Jackson, but Newton Abbot did well to hold him up. Brixham won the resulting scrum and winger Luke Lang sprinted over to level the scores. Brixham forward Harvey Bevan-Jones did well to retrieve the ball from the kick-off and set up stand-in fly-half Sam Clarke for a weaving run before the ball found Lang again, who dived over for his second try.
Brixham were starting to warm up now and McLeod scored the third try after he ripped the ball in his own half and sprinted down the right hand touchline. Brixham full-back Jack Brown had a good game, including several excellent kicks for territory - a superb running angle set up Jackson for a powerful burst over the line, only for the ball to be held up again.
Newton Abbot came back into the game after winning a lineout, the ball found the same centre who had scored previously and his run cut open the Brixham defence to bring the scores up to 21-14 in Brixham's favour at half-time.
After the break, Brixham picked up the pace and Lang crossed the line for his hat-trick, after being driven over by the Brixham forwards. Brixham's next passage of play involved all of the backs and took the ball to within 5m of the Newton line. Brixham scrum-half Jacob Churchill took advantage of the stretched defence and went over for another converted try. A handling error from the kick-off gave Newton a good platform to attack from and they didn't miss their chance, scoring after a forward was driven over.
Bradleigh Langdon's hard work in the loose was rewarded with a try after great running by Lang, Clarke and Douglas Oakes. Brixham winger Tom Davies crossed the line for his first try after a slick move involving all of the backs and Piers Benjamin also took advantage of the now tiring All White defence to crash over. Oakes provided the icing on the cake after his elusive running notched up another score. Tries were converted by Sam Clarke and Rob McLeod.

7th Feb 2010 BRIXHAM 14 SIDMOUTH 21
Brixham played their most physical game of the season so far, against well drilled opposition who beat all-comers in last years youth rugby festival. Sidmouth were on the front foot from the kick off, with a game centred on their powerful forwards. Excellent rucking and a maul saw them cross the Brixham try-line shortly after the first whistle and the young Fishermen were under no illusion about what it was going to take to put one over on their counterparts. Brixham got back into the game with some great running of their own, but Sidmouth's blitz defence was efficient and committed. Superb rucking and counter rucking by Bradleigh Langdon, Ben Weedon, Allen Davis, Piers Benjamin, Jack Rainbird, William Jackson, Harvey Bevan-Jones, Josh Rogers and Oliver Cook gave the Brixham backs (Andre Simonetti, Rob McLeod, Douglas Oakes, Luke Lang, Jack Brown, Sam Clarke and Eliot Smith) the platform that they needed to keep the pressure up and Sidmouth were caught several times with their hands in the ruck, enabling Simonetti to kick for better field position.
However, Sidmouth's lineout and scrums were working well and a great run by their no. 12 proved unstoppable, to leave Sidmouth 14-0 up. This did not deter Brixham, as cracks were now beginning to appear in Sidmouth's defence and another infringement at a ruck gave Simonetti the chance to kick for great field position, 10m from the Sidmouth tryline. Brixham didn't win the lineout, but continuous pressure by Piers Benjamin, Bradleigh Langdon and William Jackson stopped Sidmouth from clearing their lines and the ball came back for Brixham scrum-half Jacob Churchill to dart in under the radar for Brixham's first try (see the video). Andre Simonetti converted. Despite the best efforts of both sides, the score remained 14-7 at half-time.
Centre Rob McLeod made a superb run from the restart with several defenders bouncing off him and Brixham won a penalty 5m from the Sidmouth line when their no.5 was pinged for entering the side of a ruck. There was no rest for the wicked though, as McLeod was chosen to run with the free kick and he managed to ground the ball despite the attentions of four Sidmouth defenders! Simonetti converted again and this brought the scores level at 14 all. Sidmouth it seemed, were a bit bemused, probably used to being ahead by 30 points at this stage and they lost some of their composure. The game became quite heated and saw penalties awarded to Brixham and the replacement of a Sidmouth player.
However it was the penalty awarded against Brixham later on, which saw the decisive score by Sidmouth. Their fly-half sent out a long pass to the no. 12 and his bullocking run added another converted try to their tally. The pressure was now on Brixham to score as the time ticked down and they did come close on two occasions, but Sidmouth did enough to close out the game and their relief was palpable. Although they didn't win, Brixham can take heart from their best performance of the season so far, in terms of physicality and grit, which will stand them in good stead for the matches to come.

Jan 31 2010 KINGSBRIDGE 7 BRIXHAM 12
A determined performance saw the young Fishermen edge out the home side in a very exciting and close encounter. The was an important game for Brixham after having lost the last 2 matches against this team, most recently at the start of the season. A number of new players had joined at that point and as the season has gone on, so their confidence and performance has improved dramatically. The pitch at High House was narrow and this favoured the heavier Brixham forwards and they made their presence felt from the start - Harvey Bevan-Jones, Josh Rogers, Oliver Cook, Bradleigh Langdon, Ben Weedon, Allen Davis, Piers Benjamin, Jack Rainbird, Jack Minchin and William Jackson all worked hard, particularly at ruck time, ensuring quality ball for the back line, which included Andre Simonetti, Rob McLeod, Douglas Oakes, Luke Lang, Jack Brown, Sam Clarke, Tom Davies and Eliot Smith, all of whom were able to make significant inroads into the Kings defence.
... But they didn't have it all their own way - the Kingsbridge defence was committed and it was some time before Brixham winger Luke Lang was able to power over the line with a couple of defenders attached. When Kingsbridge finally got their hands on the ball (usually after a penalty), they showed their potential and looked particularly menacing on the counter-attack.
Kingsbridge came close to scoring after a penalty close to the Brixham line, but the try was disallowed for a double-movement by the player. More pressure from Kingsbridge resulted in a scrum close to the Fishermen's try-line, but the Brixham scrum was able to disrupt the attack and Simonetti cleared his lines. McLeod and Oakes put in try-saving tackles and kept the score to 5-0 to Brixham at half-time. The second half opened up a little, but good tackling by both sides prevented several try-scoring opportunities. Great running lines by Simonetti and McLeod enabled Lang to force his way over the line for his second try, converted by Simonetti. The game was still close however as Kingsbridge kept up the fight and were rewarded with a converted try after strong running from a penalty. They now smelt victory, or at least a draw and only big tackles by Lang and Langdon prevented Kingsbridge from adding to their tally.

24th Jan 2010 BRIXHAM 24 CREDITON 7
Great teamwork saw Brixham overcome a spirited Crediton side in a first-time encounter. Crediton had the advantage at scrum time, but the Brixham backs were faster and their handling slicker, which enabled them to take their opportunities to score. Brixham had the kick-off and some early pressure saw the ball being passed wide to Brixham centre Rob McLeod, who crashed over for a try which went unconverted. It was then Crediton's turn to attack and they were awarded a penalty in a prime position 5m from the Brixham line, however this was snuffed out by a double tackle by Andre Simonetti and Bradleigh Langdon, McLeod was able to retrieve the ball and clear his lines. A counter attack followed, with great running by Simonetti, Luke Lang and McLeod, who was able to run in another try, which he went on to convert.
Brixham kept up the pressure and Crediton's defence improved, but they lost the battle of the loose to William Jackson and Langdon - a superb pass found Jack Brown, who was able to make good ground and pass out to Lang, who dived over for The Fishermen's third try.
The second half saw Crediton come back fighting and they found space on the left wing - only an excellent tackle into touch by Brown prevented a try. Brixham hooker Ben Weedon also made a try-saving tackle. Brixham's chances were fewer in the second half, but McLeod scored his hat-trick when he received the ball from a scrum 30m from the Crediton line after great runs by Simonetti and Douglas Oakes. Simonetti converted.
At no point did Crediton give up, they just increased their work rate. Crossing the line once, they were held up, but continuous pressure by them saw Brixham concede a string of penalties and eventually their fly-half dived over from a ruck close to the tryline, to score a well deserved try.

17th Jan 2010 BRIXHAM 59 DEVONPORT 0
Brixham Under 12's returned to action in a determined mood after the enforced cold weather break. They played an attractive game which was dominated by the Brixham forwards - William Jackson, Bradleigh Langdon, Ben Weedon, Allen Davis, Josh Rogers, Piers Benjamin, Jack Rainbird, Harvey Bevan-Jones and Oliver Cook worked hard, denying Devonport vital possession in the rucks and scrums.
The backs made good use of the possession and territory, with Brixham fly-half Andre Simonetti scoring within 20 seconds after the kick-off after a great tackle by Langdon. Centre Rob McLeod then scored the first of 3 tries, after good running by Sam Clarke and Jack Brown. A good drive by the forwards in a scrum 20m from the Devonport line released centre Douglas Oakes and he sprinted in under the posts.
It was 26-0 to Brixham before Devonport enjoyed a period of sustained pressure, but committed tackling from Brixham kept them out and McLeod was able to clear his lines. Brixham mounted another raid, but Oakes was judged held up over the line. Brixham won the resulting 5m scrum and a step back inside by Simonetti gave him his second try.
Josh Rogers came on after half time and made an impression straight away after powering over the try-line from close range. Another forward to get his name on the score sheet was Bradleigh Langdon with 2 tries in quick succession after great running by Tom Davies, Eliot Smith and Luke Lang. Seven tries were converted by McLeod.

13th Dec 2009 BRIXHAM 31 TORQUAY 14
Brixham played Torquay on a bright yet chilly Sunday morning. Torquay arrived without a full contingent, so several Brixham players sportingly agreed to swap shirts and play for the other side. In fact both of Torquay's tries were scored by Brixham wingers!
Brixham enjoyed some early pressure, but cold fingers meant a number of handling errors and Torquay were the first to put some points on the board after Brixham winger Luke Lang found enough space on the left wing to dodge a couple defenders and touch down in the corner. Brixham replied with 2 tries by elusive centre Douglas Oakes, after good work in the loose by Bradleigh Langdon and Harvey Bevan-Jones. One of these tries was converted by Rob McLeod.
At the beginning of the second half, Brixham won a scrum close to the Torquay line. Andre Simonetti passed out to McLeod who sprinted to the opposite corner. Langdon converted. McLeod scored his second try after Brixham won a lineout 20m from the Torquay line. Simonetti made good ground before off-loading to McLeod.
Torquay were not deterred and excellent pressure forced a penalty - a great run by winger Eliot Smith (a Brixham player) gave them another try which was converted.
Brixham's 5th try came after a good kick downfield by full-back Sam Hooper. Luke Lang (now back in a Brixham shirt!) collected the ball, was tackled but not held and was able to cross the whitewash, (not converted).

6th Dec 2009 BRIXHAM 7 EXETER CHIEFS 12
Brixham and Exeter Chiefs played a great game on Sunday and whilst the pitch was very heavy after overnight rain, (which no doubt didn't help the try-count), it was nevertheless a very entertaining contest between two quite evenly matched teams, with Exeter enjoying an edge at ruck time and Brixham's scrum more dominant, particularly in the second half.
Exeter opened their account early after winning a line-out inside the Brixham half. The ball found its way to their very capable winger, who went wide before cutting back inside at full pace to touch down. The young Fishermen's determination and great running by Andre Simonetti, Rob McCleod, Jack Brown and Douglas Oakes, saw them get within sniffing distance of the Exeter try-line on a number of occasions, before a penalty against them would see Exeter use the strong breeze to their advantage and push Brixham back into their own half again. Indeed Exeter scored their second try from a good kick over the top. The ref played advantage from the resulting knock-on under the posts and the Chief's inside centre pounced for a try which went unconverted.
During the second half, Brixham had the wind at their backs and scored after a great run by No.8 Piers Benjamin. He off-loaded to Oakley Thompson, who was assisted over the line by Eliot Smith. Andre Simonetti converted, which brought the scores to 7-12 in Exeter's favour. Brixham were within a converted try of winning the match and they kept up the pressure, but some excellent tackling by the Exeter defence ensured that the scoreline didn't change.

29th Nov 2009 Brixham 14 Newton Abbot 7
Brixham played Newton Abbot for the first time this year and came up against one of the largest packs in the area. Newton won the toss and elected to play the first half with the wind in their favour and although Brixham enjoyed some early pressure from the kick-off, the Newton forwards retrieved the ball and the fly-half was able to kick it back for field position. This became the theme of the first half, with the Brixham defence working overtime. The power of the All Whites forward driving being off-set by the incisiveness of the Brixham backs running game. Defences were on top in the first half and it remained scoreless.
This changed in the second half - now Brixham had the benefit of the wind and were able to spend more time in the Newton Abbot half. A scrum 15m from the Newton try-line was the starting point for a great run by centre Rob McCleod, he off-loaded to fly-half Andre Simonetti, who dived over for the first try of the match. It wasn't long before Simonetti was running again at the now tiring Newton defence. He provided a great pass out to winger Eliot Smith, who was able to run around 3 All White defenders to touch down in the corner. Simonetti converted both tries.
Newton Abbot did not give up and went back to the style of play which suits them - their powerful forward driving. They set up camp on the Brixham line for some time before their fly-half darted over beneath the posts for a deserved try, which he went on to convert.

1st Nov 2009 Ivybridge 49 Brixham 35
Brixham travelled to Ivybridge for a thrilling 12-try match, with both teams putting in 100% effort, despite the heavy pitch. It was agreed beforehand to split the match into 3 periods, each lasting 15 minutes, to accommodate the large number of reserve Ivy players wanting a game. This was to prove Brixham's undoing as they arrived with only 3 replacements and come the end of the second session Brixham were leading 28-14, but the third session turned out to be a completely different game, with Ivybridge able to field a larger number of replacements and fresh legs gave them the ability to put 5 tries past the now tiring Brixham team.
Ivybridge had the benefit of the slope to start and scored first via an interception. Brixham then played some of their best rugby so far this year with several new forwards gaining confidence, providing quick ball for the backs. Andre Simonetti and Douglas Oakes crossed the line in quick succession to leave Ivybridge reeling.
In the second period Brixham kept up the pressure and Oakley Thompson was the next to score after pinching the ball from an Ivybridge lineout, close to their line. It was a case of third time lucky for Jacob Churchill, who finally crossed the line for Brixham's 4th try after a great run by Luke Lang. Ivybridge then came back after their star winger, Megan Bowen, found some space and the speed to beat the remaining two defenders. Brixham kept hammering away and Oakes came close to scoring again. Handling errors and good defence by Ivybridge kept Brixham out.
So Brixham were leading and leading well at the end of the second period, but the tables were turned in the third period - Brixham's legs were now tiring, plus they were playing uphill again! Ivybridge brought the scores level quickly to 28 all before The Fishermen got back into the game, but another interception try put them on the backfoot. They didn't give up though and a superb solo run by Oakes from half-way brought Brixham back into the game. Unfortunately Ivybridge weren't finished and their wingers found more space to operate in, resulting in two more well-worked tries.
Andre Simonetti kicked all five conversions for Brixham.
Brixham can take heart from their best performance so far this year, especially with a number of new faces in the team finding their feet and several more experienced players away on holiday.

4th Oct 2009 Brixham 0 Kingsbridge 26
An excellent defensive effort by Kingsbridge denied Brixham a score, despite them coming close on several occasions. Brixham were fielding a number of new players and whilst everyone gave 100% effort, a degree of teamwork was lacking and Kingsbridge took advantage, with most of the damage being done in the first half.
Early pressure from Kingsbridge saw them being awarded a penalty close to the Brixham line, the ball was moved wide and the winger dodged the defence to touch down in the corner.
Brixham responded with some great running by fly-half Andre Simonetti, Douglas Oakes and Eliot Smith which resulted in Kingsbridge trying to play the ball on the ground and a penalty to Brixham close to the try-line. Unfortunately the ball was lost in contact and Kings were able to clear their lines.
Brixham came back after another swerving run from Simonetti - Rob Mcleod took it on, but was again stopped the wrong side of the try-line and Kingsbridge were able to kick the ball away. Brixham struggled to compete in the ruck area during the first half, giving Kings the platform they needed to attack from - a couple of missed tackles saw Kingsbridge add another 12 points to the score at the end of the first half.
The second half was a more even contest, with the new young Fishermen much more aware of their role, but Kingsbridge made the most of their opportunities and a burst up the middle of the field proved unstoppable and gave Kings their 4th try.

MATCH REPORTS 2008/9 (Under 11s)

Saturday 4th April 2009 BRIXHAM 15 THORNBURY BRONCOS 5
Brixham Under 11's played a touring side from Thornbury for the first time on Sunday and came away victorious after managing to close out what was initially a very tight game, with Thornbury more powerful in the scrum, but lacking the penetrative power of the Brixham backs. As several Brixham players were away for Easter and Thornbury had turned up with 26, they very kindly lent Brixham 3 of them and they played very well indeed for their adopted team. Although playing 'uphill', Brixham enjoyed the best of the pressure in the first half and the first try came from a scrum 10m from the Thornbury line - they had the put-in, but a poor clearance kick found Andre Simonetti, whose superb weaving run sent the defence in all directions and he touched down to put the first points on the board. As there were no posts nearby, no conversions were attempted. Simonetti also bagged Brixham's second try after excellent running and off-loads by Bradleigh Langdon and Daisy Fahey.
Brixham kept up the pressure in the second half and now with the benefit of the slope. Fly-half Langdon kicked downfield, the ball was re-gathered and sent through the hands of most of the Brixham backs, before finding a 'loaned' Thornbury player who proved just as keen to make his mark and sprinted for a touchdown in the corner. Thornbury started to shake-off the effects of the previous late night and scored a consolation try after one of their powerful forwards ripped the ball from the back of a maul which had tied up the Brixham defence and ran to the line unopposed.
BRIXHAM 5 THORNBURY 0
A second match was played which Brixham won 5-0, the only try scored by Brixham forward Josh Rogers, who was delighted as this was his first of the season. After the match, the Thornbury team and supporters treated Brixham to a rendition of 'I would walk 500 miles' by The Proclaimers and their coaches awarded their 'player of the match' award to Brixham full-back Daisy Fahey for her superb efforts in both defence and attack.

Sunday 15th March 2009 STONEHOUSE SHARKS 28 BRIXHAM 56
Brixham travelled to the Stonehouse ground on Sunday for this season's return fixture and played in brilliant sunshine. The Sharks couldn't field a full team, so a number of Brixham players sportingly agreed to play for the other side.
Brixham centre Andre Simonetti received the kick-off and his powerful running made good ground, before he off-loaded to winger Eliot Smith. Stonehouse were then caught off-side and full-back Daisy Fahey took the penalty quickly before making a long pass out to scrum-half Jacob Churchill, who made a great catch and dived early for Brixham's first try. Brixham forward William Jackson was the next to score after good linking between Simonetti, fly-half Bradleigh Langdon and forward Oakley Thompson. Brixham kept up the pressure and Smith made the line with the assistance of Fahey. Thompson then proved that he too could be in the right place at the right time, touching down twice in the space of a few minutes, with the help of under 11's newcomer Douglas Oakes, Rob McLeod and Fahey. Oakes' confidence was obviously growing as he was the next to score after a great run by McCleod. Sadly, another promising under 11's newcomer, Ben Copik was forced to leave the field injured and Brixham had to play on with a man down, but they finished the first half on a high after passing the ball the full width of the pitch, Smith putting in the final sprint to touch down in the corner.
During the interval it was decided to even things out and Fahey and Langdon became honorary Sharks for the second half. This certainly had an impact on the Stonehouse team and they played with renewed enthusiasm. Superb running by Fahey and rucking by Langdon gave the Sharks the field position for their first try, which they pushed over courtesy of their large forwards. McLeod had a try held up and then Fahey touched down twice for the Sharks, once from a sprint from her own half, the other off the back of a scrum 10m from the Brixham line. Brixham, slightly taken aback at being on the receiving end of Fahey's running skills, answered with two well-worked tries of their own, via Oakes and Thompson. Stonehouse had the last word though, touching down after a powerful drive by their forwards. Converting the tries for Brixham were Langdon (5), McLeod (2) and Simonetti.

Sunday 8th March 2009 PLYMSTOCK ALBION OAKS 0 BRIXHAM 52
Brixham travelled to Plymstock on a bright Spring morning, but that didn't last long! The teams ended up playing in a gale and driving rain, which seemed to dampen the spirits, but didn't stop Brixham playing the wide game which suits them.
The teams appeared quite evenly matched in the early part of the first half, with both sides making good use of their possession, Plymstock coming closest to scoring and only a try-saving tackle by Brixham winger Eliot Smith prevented them from getting on the score-sheet first. However, the Brixham forwards (Allen Davis, Oakley Thompson, William Jackson, Jack Minchin, Ben Weedon and Jack Rainbird) started to make their presence felt and although the Plymstock pack were more powerful in the scrum, they weren't as mobile or as willing to commit themselves in the ruck area, giving Brixham a great platform to attack from. Full-back Daisy Fahey was the first to cross their line, but the ball was held-up. Brixham won the resulting 5m scrum and the ball was passed out to Fahey again - good footwork by her saw Brixham 5 points up. Rob McCleod bagged a try after a poor clearance kick - Brixham fly-half Bradleigh Langdon picked it and passed out to McCleod, who made short work of barging over the line. Fahey collected the re-start and linked up with Andre Simonetti, whose numerous sidesteps had the Plymstock defence rooted to the spot and he ran in his first try.
After the interval the Brixham attack continued with winger Luke Lang making a superb run from half-way and having the strength to get the ball down despite the best efforts of a Plymstock defender. With the freezing weather further sapping the Oak's morale, Brixham ran in 4 more tries after excellent linking between the backs. Simonetti and McCleod both crossed again and Fahey ran in 2 more - both after blistering runs from half-way. Conversions were by Langdon (4), McCleod and Fahey.

Sunday 1st March 2009 Brixham 54 Salcombe 0
Brixham and Salcombe played this seasons return match on a bright Sunday morning at Astley Park. The Crabs arrived without a full team, so a number of Brixham players sportingly agreed to play for Salcombe and the final score doesn't do justice to the efforts made by the Crabs, who came close to scoring on several occasions.
The teams had parity in the scrums and Salcombe's commitment in the tackle was excellent, but limited rucking by them allowed Brixham to play in the free-flowing style they enjoy and when Salcombe did have the ball, their passing lacked accuracy, allowing the Brixham defence to close down their attacks.
Brixham forward William Jackson set up three tries, the first of which came after he made a powerful run down the left wing, drawing in the Salcombe defence, before the ball was spun right to winger Luke Lang, who found enough space to run around the remaining defenders to touch down. Brixham full-back Daisy Fahey scored next after a dummy pass and good linking with Andre Simonetti and Eliot Smith.
Lang scored again after fly-half Bradleigh Langdon ripped the ball from a Salcombe player and passed it out - the Salcombe defence had Lang marked this time, but he still managed to cross the line with two of them attached. Salcombe kept up the pressure from the re-start and they almost crossed the line, but a great tackle by Fahey allowed Brixham to reclaim the ball and Rob McCleod to clear. The Brixham chase was good and after great running by Smith and Jackson, McCleod touched down. Simonetti was the next to score after ripping the ball from a maul under the Salcombe posts and burrowing over. After the interval, Brixham were back on the attack with Fahey collecting the ball and bagging another try after a superb solo run.
Salcombe did not give up and after some excellent pressure, were awarded a penalty 5m from the Brixham line. Unfortunately the pass went astray and Langdon was there to rip the ball, allowing Simonetti to clear to touch. Jackson then set up two more tries to finish off a great mornings work - on both occasions strong running sucked in the Crabs defence, before he off-loaded the ball. The first beneficiary was McLeod who dived over in the right corner and then scrum-half Jacob Churchill made it over the line on the opposite side.
Conversions were by Langdon (5), McLeod and Smith

Sunday 22nd February 2009 BRIXHAM 59 DEVONPORT 12
Brixham entertained Devonport in a return fixture on a bright spring morning at Astley Park - perfect conditions for rugby. Brixham were expecting a tough, low scoring match, but the teams were playing on a wider pitch this time and the game was much more open, with both sides having more opportunity to run the ball.
Better rucking by Brixham however, saw Rob McCleod opened Brixham's account after picking the ball from a ruck 10m from the Devonport line and powering over. Devonport were just warming up though and their centre found a hole in the defence and also had the speed to run 2/3rds the length of the pitch without being tackled. The conversion was missed and Brixham were back on the attack with another blistering run by McCleod and off-load to Andre Simonetti (playing at prop), who sprinted to the corner flag. Winger Luke Lang was the next to score for Brixham, picking up the ball after continuous tackling pressure gave him the opportunity to dive over.
Devonport scored the next try which was almost a re-run of their first, with their very fast centre receiving the ball from the back of a scrum and sprinting unopposed from his own half to touch down beneath the posts. Brixham kept up the pressure and scored again via winger Eliot Smith who finished off a move started by McCleod.
The game opened up in Brixham's favour after the interval, with well worked tries by Daisy Fahey (playing at scrum-half for this game), McCleod, Bradleigh Langdon (2) and Simonetti (2). Conversions were by Langdon (5), Simonetti and McCleod.

Sunday 15th February 2009 BRIXHAM 66 TEIGNMOUTH 14
Brixham played a much improved Teignmouth side for the second time this season, winning by 66-14. Brixham had the kick-off and whilst the Teign's kept hold of the ball, they found themselves going backwards. Brixham won the first scrum 10m from the Teignmouth line and the ball was passed wide to winger William Whittaker, who was tackled, but made the line. Brixham forward William Jackson scored the first of two tries after he picked the ball from a ruck and powered over.
Brixham full-back Daisy Fahey collected the ball from the re-start and it was passed out to the left wing this time, where Luke Lang stormed through six tacklers to score at full-stretch. Fahey was the next to score after a good run and off-load by centre Rob McCleod.
After half-time, Fahey ripped the ball from a maul and passed to Brixham centre Andre Simonetti, who made an excellent weaving run from half-way to touch down in the corner, for the first of two tries. Teignmouth then enjoyed a bit of a purple patch, scoring two superb tries in quick succession. The first came after one of their forwards received the ball in space and after he had picked up speed, proved unstoppable; the second came from quick ball from a ruck on the half-way line which had tied up most of the Brixham forwards, this time the Teignmouth winger exploited the space created.
Brixham had the last word though and scored again via Lang (twice) and also by McCleod after he crashed over from close range. Conversions were by Simonetti (2), Bradleigh Langdon (2), Allen Davis, McCleod (2) and Fahey.

BRIXHAM 62 TORQUAY 0
Brixham Under 11's met Torquay at Astley Park on Sunday, playing in very cold conditions with a good easterly breeze blowing in. The scoreline does not reflect fairly the efforts made by the Torquay team, who worked hard and gave themselves several opportunities to score, but couldn't quite capitalize on them.
Torquay attacked from the start, but Brixham won the first scrum and kept up the pressure with the ball going from one side of the pitch to the other twice, before Brixham winger William Whittaker collected the ball and dodged several tackles to touch down in the corner. It was then the Tics turn to apply the pressure and they earned themselves a penalty 5m from the Brixham line, one of their forwards reached the line but knocked the ball on and Oakley Thompson was able to kick downfield. Brixham kept possession and from a series of rucks and mauls got close enough to the Torquay line to enable full-back Daisy Fahey to run in from a wide angle. Fahey claimed her second try after a good run by Andre Simonetti and helped over the line by the Brixham forwards. Fahey's third try came from an impressive catch in her own half and superb solo run to touch down beneath the posts. Daisy again collected the re-start before off-loading to Allen Davis - his run almost made the Torquay line, but an attempt to touch the ball down by Brixham scrum-half Jacob Churchill was ruled held up.
The second half re-start by Brixham didn't go 7m so Torquay opted for a scrum on the half-way line. Unfortunately they were pushed off the ball, which was passed between Fahey, Rob McCleod and Luke Lang, McCleod receiving the recycled ball before charging through the Torquay defence to touch down beneath the posts. William Jackson was the next to score for Brixham after he collected a lineout ball and powered through two attempted tackles. Bradleigh Langdon, playing for the first time at fly-half, ripped the ball from a maul and sprinted for the line, a desperate tap-tackle from the Torquay defence almost tripped him up, but he kept going for the first of two tries. McCleod and Fahey both scored again before the final whistle. Conversions were by Simonetti (2), McCleod (2), Davis and Fahey. Also working hard for Brixham in the loose were the Brixham forwards Jack Rainbird, Josh Rogers and Jack Minchin.

Sunday 18th January 2009 BRIXHAM 0 SIDMOUTH 26
On Sunday the only Youth game at Astley Park also featured Sidmouth and resulted in a rare defeat for the young fishermen. Sidmouth have been unbeaten all season and are reckoned to have the best team in this age-group in Devon. Two tries early in the game set up their win but Brixham were by no means disgraced and kept them out until the final minutes. Twice Brixham were close to scoring but were held up over the Sidmouth line.

Sunday 11th January 2009 BRIXHAM 26 EXETER SARACENS 5
Brixham Under 11's played Exeter Saracens for the first time on Sunday and it provided a highly entertaining spectacle with both sides showing real commitment and flair.
During the early part of the first half, both teams probed each others defences. Brixham were awarded a penalty in the centre, but a loose pass found the Exeter winger and he wasted no time escaping the attentions of an unprepared Brixham defence. There was a good breeze blowing and the conversion was missed. Brixham seemed to have the edge in the scrums and rucks, although the Saracens powerful running meant that they enjoyed a territorial advantage. Brixham's equalizing try came after a superb run by centre Rob McCleod, who burst through half a dozen tackles to touch down in the corner. Fly-half Andre Simonetti was kicking into the wind and the ball only just made it over the cross-bar! Exeter kept attacking and crossed the tryline after a terrific run by their centre, but good teamwork by Brixham slowed the ball down and kept it off the ground.
With the scores near level, there was still everything to play for in the second half, but now Brixham had the wind at their backs. Their second try came after a superb tackle by forward Bradleigh Langdon and excellent rucking by William Jackson, Josh Rogers, Ben Weedon and Allen Davis. McCleod picked it up, was tackled, but managed to pop the ball up to winger Luke Lang, who dived early to escape the cover defence. The conversion was missed, but the turning point in the game came when Brixham won a scrum 10m from the Sarries line. Winger Jesse Lowe made good ground and there was back-up from the forwards. Full-back Daisy Fahey took the ball and was pushed over. Simonetti converted.
Brixham's fourth try came after a trademark steal at a 5m lineout by Langdon. Fahey converted. Exeter stepped up the pressure and from a series of rucks and mauls almost made the Brixham line, only a knock-on at the last moment prevented them scoring and McCleod was able to clear his lines. The Saracens did not give up and only a try-saving tackle by Langdon prevented them adding to their score, just before the final whistle.

Sunday 4th January 2009 BRIXHAM 19 KINGSBRIDGE 28
Kingsbridge avenged their defeat at the hands of Brixham Under 11's at the start of this season, by making the most of their attacking opportunities and closing out a tight game. Kings were the first to score after their repeated attacks earned them a penalty close to the Brixham line. A powerful run by a Kingsbridge forward proved unstoppable. The re-start was collected by Brixham forward Bradleigh Langdon, he off-loaded to centre Rob McLeod, who crossed the line, but the ball was judged held-up. Brixham won the resulting 5m scrum and scrum-half Andre Simonetti's weaving run was enough to confuse the defence and he brought the scores level. Kingsbridge continued to keep up the pressure and scored 2 tries in quick succession, both of which came from good passing, which put their winger into space. They crossed the line a third time, but the ball was held-up.
Brixham came back strongly in the second half and after good running and re-cycling of the ball, were awarded a penalty 10m from the Kings line. It took 4 Kingbridge defenders to stop Brixham forward William Jackson making the try-line, but they couldn't stop Simonetti from such close range. The conversion missed, but Brixham kept up the pressure - full-back Daisy Fahey crossed the line, but again efficient Kingsbridge defence kept the ball off the ground. Simonetti brought Brixham back to within 2 points after scoring from a superb run off the back of a scrum. Both sides had opportunities to score in the final minutes and the result could have gone either way. In the end a fantastic run by a Kingsbridge winger from half-way sealed the win for them.

Sunday 21st December 2008 Exeter Chiefs 31 Brixham 21
Brixham under 11s fought a keenly contested battle against a very mobile and well-drilled Exeter.
Both teams started slowly with give and take in the middle of the park until after some great forward pressure by the Brixham forwards Oakley Thompson scored the first try (converted by Andre Simonetti) to take the lead. But ominously, Exeter scored a try straight from the restart (conversion missed). Exeter scored again from out wide and this time converted, and then promptly scored straight from the restart to leave Brixham reeling.
During half time Brixham made some changes with Josh Rogers feeling unwell and being replaced by Jack Minchin. Brixham came back strongly at the beginning of the second half and almost scored a try but were judged to have been held up. However, it was not long before Andre Simonetti powered over and the try was converted by Rob McCleod. But again the determined Exeter side came straight back with a try and conversion of their own and almost scored again but were held up. But they were not to be denied and scored from the scrum (not converted).
Brixham then really piled on the pressure with Mcleod just dropping the ball before being able to touch down and then another attempt again being judged to be held up. Finally, the Exeter defence cracked and Bradley Langdon did score (converted by McCleod). But the late rally came to an end when the final whistle blew to give Exeter the victory and condemn Brixham to their first defeat of the season...
Everybody agreed that they had missed the hard tackling of Jacob Churchill who is recovering from having his appendix removed. Get well soon Jacob, and best wishes from all your team mates.

Sunday 7th December 2008
Brixham Under 11's enjoyed another fantastic weekend with new training tops generously provided by sponsors MBS Building and Maintenance. Directors of MBS, Mark and Sarah Isaac, were on hand to present the tops and said, "we were extremely proud to support this magnificent and enthusiastic rugby team by sponsoring their training tops, which feature the eye-catching new logo of the re-branded company previously known as Marks Building Services Ltd." Brixham then went on to play two games, both of which they won:-
Brixham 14 Dartmouth 0
A much-improved Dartmouth side gave Brixham a good run out with the first game of the morning. The first half was evenly played with some good defence from both sides but a powerful scrummage close to the Dartmouth line by the Brixham forwards Josh Rogers, Bradleigh Langdon, William Jackson, Allen Davis and Oakley Thompson won the ball for Andre Simonetti who sprinted over for Brixham's first points. A drop goal conversion by Rob McLeod added the extras. The second half was again closely contested, with Brixham winger Eliot Smith making a good run down the right wing, which lead to centre Rob McLeod bagging another try, converted by Simonetti. Brixham kept up the pressure with a good run by Luke Lang, but superb defence from Dartmouth denied Jackson a try in the last moments of the game.
Brixham then went on to play Newton Abbot:
Brixham 56 Newton Abbot 7
Newton Abbot started well and powerful driving by their forwards put Brixham under pressure. Brixham responded with good defence - Ben Weedon, Jack Rainbird and Jack Minchin all responsible for some big tackles. An excellent run by Simonetti and off-load, led to a try by Brixham centre William Whittaker (converted by Daisy Fahey). Further pressure led to a second Brixham try as a result of a determined effort by Simonetti who took several Newton Abbot defenders over the line with him (converted himself). Newton Abbot then replied with a well-worked try through their powerful forwards.
However, Brixham were now full of confidence and nearly scored again from the restart, with Oakley Thompson being pushed into touch just short of the line. The game then swung decisively in Brixham?s favour with further tries by Simonetti (2), McLeod (running two thirds the length of the pitch), Langdon and Fahey (all converted) without reply, rounding off another great team effort by the Under 11's.

Sunday 23rd November 2008 SALCOMBE 14 BRIXHAM 42
Brixham travelled to Salcombe for a wet and windy match, which in the end they won by 42 points to 14, although there was only 1 try between the teams at the half-time whistle.
The Crabs started with the benefit of the slope and the wind behind them and they were the first to touch down after some superb running by their backs and a great off-load. Brixham levelled the score after a period of sustained pressure which got them a 5m lineout. Brixham forward William Jackson collected and passed to Bradleigh Langdon who powered over from close range. Salcombe came back with try after a Brixham kick was charged down - a Salcombe forward picked up the ball and made it to the line before the defence could recover.
Brixham scored again after a good run by centre Rob McLeod. He set up a ruck, got back into position and received the ball again, being helped over the line by Jackson and Allen Davis. In a match where a slippery ball and a heavy pitch made things more difficult, both sides missed chances. Brixham forward Oakley Thompson was able to touch down after a knock-on by Salcombe close their line, with the ref playing advantage.
Brixham scored early in the second half after they won an opposing scrum close to the Crab's line. The ball was passed down the line and full-back Daisy Fahey almost made it, quick ball for scrum-half Jacob Churchill meant the defence wasn't in position and he was able to push over for a try.
Some excellent running by Salcombe and inter-linking between forwards and backs got them close to the Brixham line, but the ball was lost forward again, enabling fly-half Andre Simonetti to clear his lines. Wingers Luke Lang and Eliot Smith both made good runs, but efficient Salcombe defence and rucking saw them recover the ball, only for it to be ripped back by Langdon, before he launched himself over the line.
When Salcombe were penalized for being off-side at a scrum, Simonetti took a quick tap penalty and a superb weaving run and off-load to Fahey saw her claim a try. Conversions were by Simonetti (2), McLeod (2) and Fahey (2).

Sunday 16th November 2008 BRIXHAM 54 STONEHOUSE SHARKS 0
Brixham met Stonehouse for the first time on Sunday and spectators were treated to a fantastic display by two keen teams. The Sharks enjoyed the best of the early pressure after a couple of knock-ons by Brixham, but were starved of quality ball by the power of the Brixham forwards - Ben Weedon, Josh Rogers, Oakley Thompson, William Jackson, Bradleigh Langdon and Allen Davis. Fly-half Andre Simonetti kicked to relieve the pressure and the Brixham chase was good -Langdon collected the ball and crashed over the line for the Fishermen's first try.
Brixham full-back Daisy Fahey provided an excellent display, collecting the re-start and making good ground before off-loading to Simonetti who kicked for field position. Jackson ripped the ball from a maul, almost making the line himself, before passing to winger Luke Lang and scrum-half Jacob Churchill, who both caught the ball and touched down together!
Brixham scored again after a flowing move from left to right, Fahey, Rob McLeod and Simonetti on the loop, before the ball found Lang on the wing and he touched down in the corner. Fahey was the next to score after a great run by Jackson. The forwards took the ball on and Fahey emerged to sprint the final few metres to the line.
The Sharks mounted another raid, but Brixham turned the ball over and Simonetti kicked - Lang collected and ran half the pitch for his third try. Fahey scored again from a penalty tap 20m from the Stonehouse line, her running scattering the defence.
Good pressure from Stonehouse got them a scrum 5m from the Brixham line, but again they were pushed off the ball and Churchill was able to kick downfield. An excellent chase and tackle by winger William Whittaker slowed the ball up, allowing Langdon to collect and run in under the posts. Fahey claimed her hat-trick after Simonetti ripped the ball and off-loaded. Conversions were by Simonetti (4), Fahey (2) and McLeod (1).

Sunday 9th November 2008 Teignmouth 7 Brixham 90
Brixham travelled to Teignmouth on Sunday, playing in very wet conditions but winning the match 90-7. Teignmouth were short a couple of players, so borrowed a forward and a back from Brixham. The Fisherman kicked off and had the best of the early pressure, but couldn't capitalize on it and the Teigns kicked downfield. Brixham collected the ball but Teignmouth ripped it from a maul and found a big hole in the Fisherman's defence, to touch down in the corner. This had the desired effect on the Brixham team and from the re-start they looked composed in attack and aggressive in defence. The forwards were more powerful in the scrum and there was good inter-linking between fly-half Andre Simonetti, centre Rob McLeod and full-back Daisy Fahey.
Top try scorer was McLeod with 4 to his tally, Bradleigh Langdon touched down 3 times, Simonetti twice, Daisy Fahey, Eliot Smith, William Whitaker, Jacob Churchill and William Jackson had 1 each. Simonetti, McLeod and Langdon converted all but 4 of the tries.

Sunday 2nd November 2008 Under 11s - TORQUAY 12 BRIXHAM 35
This was an excellent game dominated by the Brixham forwards William Jackson, Bradleigh Langdon, Ben Weedon, Allen Davis and Josh Rogers. They worked hard, particularly in the scrum, even winning balls against the put-in. They provided quick ball to the backs, with Luke Lang making the first of several good runs up the wing, setting up a ruck from which Rob McLeod emerged, shrugging off tackles for Brixham's first try.
Brixham's next try came from a Torquay scrum 20 metres out. The ball was passed out to Brixham winger Eliot Smith who wriggled through a number of tackles, eventually being stopped just before the line. Jackson collected and touched down.
The second half brought sustained pressure from Torquay, Brixham retrieved the ball but knocked-on, the ref played advantage and Torquay fly-half Dion Dickerson ran in a superb try. Torquay then kicked deep, the ball was collected by full-back Daisy Fahey and passed out to Lang, who made an excellent run, scattering defenders to score in the corner. Next to score was Oakley Thompson after a blistering run and an unselfish pass by McLeod. Torquay built momentum from the re-start and Dickerson notched up another try after running from a 5m scrum.
Brixham sealed the win after good running and an offload by Fahey to McLeod. All five tries were converted - by Simonetti (4) and McLeod.

Sunday 19th October 2008 BRIXHAM 12 DEVONPORT SERVICES 5
Brixham Under 11's travelled to Devonport Services on Sunday for a terrific match where two defensive sides gave 100% effort - indeed the game was so tight that neither team was able to score in the first half and it was 25 minutes before the first try was scored! Devonport made the initial attack and came close to the Brixham line on two occasions before the forwards retrieved the ball and fly-half Andre Simonetti was able to clear his lines. Devonport gave away a couple of penalties for handling in the ruck and it was Brixham's turn to apply the pressure.
There was good running and passing by the Brixham backs, Luke Lang, Jack Rainbird, Eliot Smith & Jack Minchin; Rob McLeod coming closest to scoring just before half-time. Brixham were the hungrier of the two teams in the second half with powerful driving by the forwards William Jackson, Bradleigh Langdon, Ben Weedon, Josh Rogers and Oakley Thompson tiring the Devonport defence - off the back of this Brixham full-back Daisy Fahey made an excellent run and nearly reached the try-line - Simonetti collected the ball to dive over with two defenders attached. Simonetti converted his try, but Devonport retaliated with a superb try of their own, set up from a ruck after a good run by their scrum-half; unfortunately he missed the conversion to leave Brixham still ahead. Fahey sealed the win with a try just before full-time, after excellent teamwork combining both forwards and backs.

Sunday 12th October 2008 BRIXHAM 61 DARTMOUTH 7
It was a bumper weekend for Brixham Under 11's - first they received smart new shirts from sponsors Andy McLeod and Jason Stride of McLeod Stride Engineering and then went on to beat Dartmouth in their first encounter with the team. Fittingly, the first try was scored by Andy McLeod's son Rob, after good running and off-loads by full-back Daisy Fahay and fly-half Andre Simonetti.
Brixham forward William Jackson scored next after stealing a lineout ball close to the try-line and surging over. Simonetti then scored twice, the first after Bradleigh Langdon collected a lineout ball, the second after he kicked the ball from his own half and chased it down.
Brixham's fifth try was notched up by newcomer Jack Rainbird, playing only his second match for the Under 11's. The Brixham forwards (Langdon, Ben Weedon, Jackson, Allen Davis and Josh Rogers) worked hard, particularly in the scrum, even winning balls against the put-in and helping Fahay to touch down after she collected the ball from a ruck under the Dartmouth posts.
Simonetti scored his third after a superb solo run from half-way. Brixham scored twice more via McLeod and Davis. Converting the tries for Brixham were Fahay (3), Simonetti, McLeod, Oakley Thompson, Jacob Churchill and William Jackson. Dartmouth did not give up at any stage and turned pressure into points after a powerful driving maul tied up the Brixham forwards - quick ball to the Dartmouth winger saw her slip through some loose Brixham tackling to score beneath the posts.

Sunday, 28th September 2008 BRIXHAM 21 KINGSBRIDGE 7
Kingsbridge entertained Brixham to a terrific match played in bright sunshine on Sunday. Brixham won 21-7, although the scoreline doesn't do justice to the efforts of the Kingsbridge team and indeed, they were the first to score within 30 seconds of the start of the match after the ball was passed quickly to their winger, who dodged two tackles to touchdown in the corner.
This was Brixham's wake-up call and they attacked from the restart with Brixham forward Bradleigh Langdon collecting the ball. The remaining 10 minutes they spent camped inside the Kingsbridge half, with excellent attacking play by Brixham fly-half Andre Simonetti, centre Rob Mcleod and full back Daisy Fahay. Their efforts paid off and McCleod scored a try in the corner which Simonetti converted. A tremendous weaving run by Brixham winger Eliot Smith gave Simonetti the opportunity to score again, but he was denied by good tackling inches from the line.
The second half started with Brixham on the attack again, but being held up by an efficient Kingsbridge defence. The game turned when Brixham were awarded a penalty on the half-way line. Simonetti kicked to touch and Brixham won the lineout, forming a maul from which he darted over to score. Fahay, on her first outing for the Under 11's, converted.
Kingsbridge came back strongly from the kick off, but Brixham absorbed the pressure, with excellent work in the scrums and rucks from the forwards, Bradleigh Langdon, Ben Weedon, William Jackson, Allen Davis and Josh Rogers always winning the ball for the backline. Brixham's third try was actually a penalty try, given when Kingsbridge brought down a maul close to their line. Simonetti converted. Fahay nearly scored just before the final whistle, but the ball was judged held up.