BB Coke High School wins National U16 9's Rugby League title for the first time

By Sports Desk May 08, 2023
Members of BB Coke High's history-making Rugby League team. Members of BB Coke High's history-making Rugby League team.

BB Coke High School won its first-ever U16 rugby league title after defeating Campion College 12-4 in the National U16 9s tournament at The Cedar Grove Academy in Portmore, St Catherine on Friday, May 7.

The win means BB Cokes ended the tournament on six points after also beating Spanish Town 24-8. However, they lost to Cedar Grove Academy 16-20. Spanish Town also ended on six points had an inferior points difference.

“The boys promised to bring the 9s title back home after they lost the 13s semi-finals to eventual champions Campion College. The win was built on getting the ball to our speedsters on the wings and strong defense in the middle of the park,” said winning coach Kamar Findlay.

“I was a bit surprised when we lost to Cedar Grove in our second match, but it served as a wake-up call for the team because they came out well against Spanish Town and got the win needed to top the tournament.

“We are extremely happy. This is our first title at the Under 16 level and the school and the entire community of Junction is celebrating with us.”

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