Wootton Bassett under 16s and Colts entered the Lytchett 7s competition for the first time in the events 27 year history and made an immediate impact.

The Lytchett 7s attracts more than 72 teams from all over the south of England and is widely accepted as the most successful Sevens Tournament in the South and South West England; around 5,000 people attend each year.

Saturday 2nd May - Under 16s

Although Bassett got off to a cautious start they battled their way through the preliminary rounds beating the Wimborne on the way 14-7 to qualify for a place in the Plate competition.

In the final stages Bassett were unstoppable, first putting 40 points to nil past Lytchett B. Followed by a stunning 49-0 victory over local rivals Warminster.

In the Plate Final, Bassett faced Lytchett A, who had beaten the visitors 19-14 earlier in the day; however, far from being phased by the prospect, Bassett dominated early on and ran in two quick tries in the first half through Gavin Ougan, and Derry Thomas (Tucker Blinkhorn converting both) to lead 14-0 at half time.

The second half started at the same pace as the first with tries from Sam Bardwell and Derry Thomas’s second – Tucker Blinkhorn again adding the conversions to bring his points score for the tournament to 40.

Captain, Josh Audritt had to watch the rest of the game from the first aid tent after taking a knock, and say Lytchett score a final consolation try before the whistle. Final score Lytchett A 7 Wootton Bassett 28.

U16s Squad:

Josh Audritt Sam Bardwell Tucker Blinkhorn Connor Campbell Brett King Gaqvin Ougan Neil Palfrey Ben Pinniger Andy Saunders Derry Thomas

Sunday 3rd May - Colts

Bassett were placed in arguably the strongest group in the preliminary stages of the completion including the Cup holders Bryanston, and previous winners Portsmouth. However a 19-14 win over hosts Lytchett B secured a place in the Semi Finals of the plate competition.

Bassetts semi- final against Ellingham and Redwood was a fiercely competitive game and although Bassett scored two great converted tries from Phil Bardwell and Billy Johnson, Ellingham & Ringwood edged it to win 19-14.

Colts Squad:

Phil Bardwell Matt Beadsworth Alex Blackmore Drew Blinkhorn Tom Hale Billy Johnson Andy Rolfe Craig Taylor Joubert Terry Matt Williams

Coach Ian Midson said: ‘This has been a great weekend for us. Fantastic result for the under 16s who only conceded one try in the final stages and deserved the victory.

The Colts faced strong competition and were unlucky not to progress into the final.

It’s great to end the season on a high note with some silverware to take home’.