Banbridge Rugby: A Great Season ~ Joy For The III XV & U17s, But the U15s taste defeat & The I XV feel the force of a last minute Drop Goal

These boys compete fiercely at all levels and Saturday was a nerve racking day for Banbridge Rugby who came within a drop goal and 30 seconds or so of AIL promotion – we can only imagine the sheer emotional impact of that, but look forward to supporting this proud Ulster Club into next season.

It was a day of mixed emotions for Banbridge RFC with the delight for U17s and 3rds with their cup victories tempered by the defeats for the 1st XV and U15s.

A late drop goal for Old Crescent denied Banbridge in their promotion playoff losing 16-15 in Limerick, while two late tries for City of Derry saw off the U15s cup challenge in the final at Ravenhill.

Meanwhile at Rifle Park, the 3rds emphatically defeated Harden Cup favourites Armagh 2nds 46-20 to progress into the semi-final.

The biggest celebrations of the day were enjoyed by the U17s at Ravenhill where they defeated Ballynahinch 20-17 to complete a fantastic Ulster League and Cup double.

Full reports to follow for all matches to follow on www.banbridgerfc.com