The Oaks Academy U16Bs enjoyed an impressive away win versus a spirited Sittingbourne RFC U16s on Sunday 27 March.
Oaks started very strongly and in the first half showed a huge amount of commitment and focus to play some well-structured rugby.
The pack a good day, carrying with determination to set up phase ball that led to some sublime tries.
The opener came from a scrum set piece after an intelligent kick by Freddie Rudd at 10 forced a knock on. Will Tarry picked up from the base and barrelled over the line for the first of three first half tries for the number 8.
Oaks’ next score came in the formidable shape of Charlie Andrews who dotted the ball down under the posts for Jake Tucker to add the extras as he did on the next five tries, which featured a brace for Jacob Bund and an excellent score by Conrad Sykes.
Credit to Sittingbourne who stayed in the game throughout and got an interception try just ahead of the half time break.
In the second half Oaks were not quite at their fluid best and Sittingbourne managed well to get on equal terms for certain passages of play. Nevertheless, there was much for Oaks to celebrate in two tries apiece for Liam Thomas and Kam Satrettin as well as a try for Tom Hewitt.
Oaks will look to continue their unbeaten Kent Cup run in the final two rounds of the tournament. Thanks to Sittingbourne for being excellent hosts.