However the standard of play started off well with the Terriers taking a convincing win in their opening game against Doncaster 6-0.

Next the Terriers were up against the hosts, Selby A, always an impressive side but they rose to the challenge and defended aggressively throughout what turned out to be an evenly fought match. Tension rose as the teams entered the final minute but Will Nicholson managed to break through Selby’s strong defence to score the winning try.

In the last group match against Malton, the final score of 4-0 to Pock does not truly reflect the strength of their opponents. Malton suffered from injuries and although the Terriers ran in strong tries from James Laudage, Jonty Peters, Tom Loton and Jimmy Quinney, Malton displayed some fine tackling. However the Terriers defence remained excellent throughout the group matches and they went through to the semi finals without conceding a try.

The Pock Tigers, being runners up in their group also went through to the next stage, a semi final between Pocklington Terriers and Tigers. The Terriers had the advantage of being well warmed up and this showed as Will, Tom and Jonty scored 3, 1 and 1 tries respectively.

The Terriers were now lathered in mud from top to toe, exhausted and emotional but went straight on to the final game against a well rested Selby A.

This time the Terriers suffered with injuries and despite a quick opening try from Tom, the Terriers couldn’t really muster the energy required to get into the game. Selby took charge and played to their advantage winning comfortably 4-1 in front of many delighted home supporters.

Both Pock sides however displayed some superb rugby, especially strong defence throughout the tournament and many thanks to all the supporters who braved the atrocious conditions in what was a well organised festival.