In a highly anticipated local derby, HMS Collingwood and HMS Sultan took the field for the Navy Cup Final, showcasing unit level skills and determination. Both teams demonstrated their eagerness to keep the ball alive and deliver an exhilarating match. It was HMS Sultan who drew first blood after capitalizing on a 50-22 opportunity. The ball was swiftly and neatly worked by Scoot to score the first try of the match which was successfully converted by Lovatt-McIntyre. Collingwood responded quickly by battling up the park for fly half Cummings to score fm a pick and drive and convert .
HMS Sultan showcased their attacking prowess as they created space out wide following solid forw...
The Army Women have been crowned champions of the 2023 Inter Service competition, after a one-sided victory over the Royal Navy at Twickenham Stadium. Bethan Dainton shone with four tries for the Army, and Sale Sharks star Courtney Pursglove ran in a hat-trick and kicked an unobtainable deficit against the Navy for a 67-5 final score. The Army Women were looking for revenge, after the Navy Men lifted the Babcock Trophy earlier in the afternoon. The Army Women started the first half as if they were fired out of a cannon, as they scored two tries within the first 10 minutes of the match.
The Navy re-started the match, but were soon back underneath their goalposts. The Army gather...
The Royal Navy have won the 2023 Men’s Inter Service competition, as they recorded a historic victory over the Army at Twickenham Stadium. Over 50,000 fans watched, on as the Navy beat their old military rival for the first time since 2010, with the final score-line reading 39-22 to the Navy.
They Navy have their hands on the converted Babcock Trophy, for the first time since 2016. Captain Jarrard Hayler lifted the trophy high at the home of English rugby, as the sailors prevailed in this incredible battle between the Armed Forces. Hayler scored the win-sealing try, and spoke after the memorable occasion, “It’s absolutely incredible. I think it’s not...
In a highly-anticipated clash between Navy Rugby Mariners and Army Rugby Union Masters, the latter emerged victorious with a commanding performance, securing a 38-16 win. The match, held at the historic Rosslyn Park FC and sponsored by Palantir, showcased the physicality and skill of both teams, but it was Army Rugby Union who ultimately proved to be the stronger side.
From the early stages of the game, it was evident that nerves were affecting both teams, as Army Rugby Union missed a kick at goal, resulting in a midfield tussle. However, they quickly found their rhythm, capitalizing on a moment of brilliance from their second row Augustus Smith who executed a galloping run, eluding t...
Soapy Watson Memorial Trophy - PO(AET) Guy Pallet
The Soapy Watson award was first presented in 2007 in memory of Warrant Officer ‘Soapy” Watson, this trophy is presented to the training support group (TSG) member who has contributed over and above the call of duty from across the representative area.
Soapy was the most consummate of team players whose support to Navy Rugby was fulsome at all levels and his abilities as an administrator were outstanding; he spent five seasons involved with the management of the Senior XV and created what is now known as the Mariners team after challenging the other two Services to an over 35 veterans match in 1995. Soapy was a great man...
