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CAMPBELL COLLEGE
HEAD BOY: BEN TAYLOR
MEET THE SUPPORT
GOOD LUCK FROM THE HEAD BOYS
It is an honour to represent the College in any way
we can throughout our time at the school and
this is something boys strive to do whatever their
chosen field. When it comes to the rugby pitch we
are represented week in, week out by our various
teams and in particular our outstanding 1st XV,
whom we are here to support today. They have
taken inspiration from the community around them
and focused it into delivering performances worthy
of a place in the Ulster Schools’ Cup final.
I myself starred alongside our captain, James
Boyle, many years ago on the U12 D rugby team
but was unfortunately unable to develop my skills
to the same extent as he has! So, today I find
myself standing alongside Campbellians young
and old, cheering on the College and our team
whom we all take an immense pride in. All that
is left to say is, good luck boys - win it for the
College, for yourselves and secure a place in the
history books.
RBAI
HEAD BOY: SIMON WOODS
I think we are particularly fortunate to be at Inst!
Another year and another Schools’ Cup Final!
To the senior boys in the squad this isn’t new
territory, after ending the disappointment of eight
generations of Inst boys, to see the Cup won last
year. The new players on the team have shown
their talent and abilities by lifting the Medallion
Shield in their year.
Under the leadership of captain Conor Field and
vice-captain Charlie Fryers, and under the watchful
eyes of coaches Mr Soper and Mr Hedley, the 1st
XV has performed at a consistent high standard
throughout the year, culminating in two successive
wins at Osborne Park, over Coleraine Grammar
School and Sullivan Upper School. Then came the
semi-final at Kingspan Stadium and a tremendous,
nail biting victory over Ballymena Academy.
The Schools’ Cup is a highlight of any rugby
players’ year and will be remembered by the 23
players in this squad for years to come. This year
is a special one, being an all Belfast final. There
has always been a healthy rivalry and respect
between our two schools, so let’s hope for an
exciting final!
Our team knows what to expect. The atmosphere
in school has been tremendous in the run up to
St. Patrick’s Day.
The whole school is behind you and on its behalf
I wish you, players and coaches, the best of
luck. This is where a season of hard work and
determination come together. Let’s bring home
the Cup!