Played on the Coalville 1XV pitch, Lichfield u14s dominated the first half and quickly accumulated a commanding 21-0 lead through three converted tries. Leo Candlin (centre) scored the third with a strong carry through the Coalville defence, on his Lichfield debut.
However, Coalville showed great resilience and determination, particularly their no. 8, who led their comeback by scoring two tries in response.
Halftime: Coalville 12 - 28 Lichfield
The second half witnessed a more closely contested game, with the Coalville no. 8 continuing to pose problems for the opposition by adding two more tries to his tally.
Lichfield responded strongly and sealed their victory with a brilliantly executed team try, finished by Joe Wilkes (flanker)
In the end, Lichfield held on to win the match, The spectators were treated to an exciting and hard-fought contest between these two U14 rugby teams.
Full-time: Coalville 26 - 35 Lichfield
Tries
Theo Thompson (1)
Leo Candlin (1)
Joe Wilkes (2)
Addison Tranter (1)
Conversions
Theo Thompson (3)
Devan Kundi (2)