The Belfast Trojans are hosting a fancy dress party on February 6th 2010 at Harlequins Rugby Club.
The theme of the party this time round is the letter “G”.
Entry is £5 per person and there will be prizes and drinks promotions on the night.
We look forward to seeing your efforts and to enjoying another excellent evening.
Malone have informed us that all pitches are waterlogged so training is off this week (06/12/09). Weather permitting our final training before the winter break will be on next Sunday (13/12/09).
The Belfast Trojans are holding an open day for anyone to come and try American Football. All kit will be supplied if necessary.
On November 1st 2009, at Malone Rugby Club, at 12noon, all Trojans players and coaching staff will be on hand to show you the sport, the positions played, and the training involved in this sport. There will also be a barbecue for those attending so you’ll have a chance to chat with the team away from the field.
After a less than impressive start to the Trojans 3rd season in the IAFL, they faced the prospect of a visit from the Cork Admirals – one of the consistently in-form teams in the past few seasons.
The Trojans were bolstered by the inclusion of Alex Newton, Erin Wagner and Rob Lyttle – 3 players capable of making a difference to any side, and 3 players that were missing from the opening day defeat in Limerick.
The game didn’t start well, however, as the Admirals intercepted a pass in the first series and ran it straight back for 6 points. The 1-point conversion was blocked by the Trojans special teams unit. There was to be no further scoring until midway through the second quarter. The Trojans offense drove downfield through the powerful running of Erin Wagner and after being subbed out for Alex Newton, the replacement half-back made a mazy run through the entire Admirals defence to tack on 6 points. Jay MacKenzie powered through the line for an extra 2 points.
The Admirals made a little progress on the ground through Keith O’Callaghan, a nippy running back with lightning change-of-direction. Christophe Perrett and Mike Calo made some big smothering stops on the line-of-scrimmage for the Trojans and then Cork went to the air. A long pass downfield looked destined for a touchdown, but Warren Thompson somehow made up the ground and a spectacular diving tip away from the receiver stopped a certain score.
When the Trojans took over possession, the aerial game was halted on a couple more interceptions by the admirals who played good, deep coverage. Instead, it was the Trojans running game that made the most impact, with Wagner, Newton and full-back Jay MacKenzie chalking up valuable yards. MacKenzie punched in another score, but couldn’t convert the 2-point attempt that followed.
The Admirals chipped away at Trojans field position almost immediately as time was winding down and an impressive run from the pocket by the quarterback allowed him time to find an open receiver who took the pass, spun a defender and barrelled into the endzone to set up a tense final few minutes.
The Trojans kept it on the ground to use the clock and runs from Wagner, MacKenzie, Newton and scrambles from QB Chris McKeown kept the first downs coming. But once again, it was Erin Wagner, the 6′3″ power-runner that burst through the Admirals defences and took it almost 50 yards for an important touchdown with only a couple of minutes left to play. The 2-point conversion was completed on a pass to TJ Reynolds.
The Admirals next drive took them into Trojans territory but Warren Thompson again stepped into the passing lane and held onto the ball for a game-winning interception. The Trojans had enough time to make one first down and then wind the clock down.
The journey clearly had taken a little out of the Admirals, who by all accounts are a very difficult team to play.
The Trojans got their first win of the season with 22 – 12 win.
Next up for the Trojans are DCU Saints in Dublin on April 26th.
The Belfast Trojans will host a joint practice and scrimmage with the Craigavon Cowboys on Sunday 22nd February at Malone Rugby Club. All players are required to be at Malone from 12pm with training starting at 12.30pm sharp.
The Trojans would like to thank everyone who contributed to a successful night at our second annual fancy dress party. With over 100 in attendance your continued support is greatly appreciated. We hope to see you all again at the end of March for our next get-together.
The Belfast Trojans are hosting a fancy dress party on Friday 13th February at Harlequins Rugby Club, Deramore Park, Belfast
Here is a map of where to find it.
The theme for the party is” The letter “T”.
Entry is only £5 and tickets can be obtained by contacting one of our committee, or entrance can be paid for on the night as you arrive.
See you then!
After a brief Christmas break, training with The Belfast Trojans resumes January 11th at Malone Rugby Club.
A map of the Clubs location is available on our Training page.
Even if you are a complete beginner (and by that we mean you have an idea of the shape of the ball) you will be made very welcome.
See you all soon!
