Match Reports 24th-25th October 2026

by | Oct 26, 2026 | Match Report, Senior Rugby

NORTH RIBBLESDALE 10 – SCUNTHORPE 17

The trip to Yorkshire marked Scunthorpe’s first-ever visit to North Ribblesdale, with the visitors looking to extend their winning run.

There were no changes to the starting XV from the previous week. Joey Mowbray returned from injury to take his place on the bench, replacing Will Horner, while the remainder of the replacements were unchanged.

Conditions were, to put it mildly, dreadful. Driving rain, biting winds and temperatures that felt well below freezing made for a challenging afternoon, despite it only being October. In such difficult circumstances, game management was always going to be crucial if Scunthorpe were to leave with a positive result.

As expected, the first half was a tightly contested and low-scoring affair. The deadlock was finally broken when Josh Lugsden crossed for his sixth try of the season after expertly gathering his own kick over the defensive line. The conversion was missed, and with little else to separate the sides, the referee brought the half to a close with the scores level at 5-5.

The hosts made the perfect start to the second half, crossing for their second try of the afternoon and immediately putting Scunthorpe under pressure as they battled both North Ribblesdale and the strong wind.

However, Scunthorpe responded in impressive fashion. Dylan Martin touched down to level the scores before Ethan Heath-Drury produced what proved to be the match-winning try. Will Dark then added the conversion to give the visitors a deserved lead and ultimately seal the victory.

The win means Scunthorpe are now unbeaten in their last three matches and continue to build momentum. A stern test awaits next Saturday when second-placed Northern visit, but confidence will be high as Scunthorpe look to extend their winning streak even further.

We’ll find out next weekend whether they can make it four in a row.

 

Match Report written by Charley Wilkinson

MOM – Dylan Martin

 

 

WOMEN’S TEAM

SCUNTHORPE 69 – STAMFORD 20

ANOTHER WIN. ANOTHER STATEMENT. SCUNTHORPE MEAN BUSINESS! 💚

Scunthorpe Women’s 1st XV continued their outstanding start to the season with a superb win over Stamford in the second round of the Intermediate Cup!

The momentum continues as this squad shows what it takes to compete, dominate and get results!

A huge thank you to Stamford Women for battling hard and showing great spirit and determination until the final whistle. 👏🏻

From the first whistle, Scunthorpe had one thing in mind: WINNING.

We controlled the tempo, played with confidence and intent, and put Stamford under relentless defensive pressure.

Our attack capitalised brilliantly, moving the ball with pace and precision to turn pressure into points. 💪🏻

Our tries showcased teamwork, attacking quality and individual brilliance.

This wasn’t just about scoring; it was about controlling the game, backing each other and finishing the job! 💚

Commitment, discipline, belief and a relentless desire to win. Every player contributed, and the result rewarded the hard work put in at training and delivered on match day.

We’re here to win, raise the bar and make our ambitions a reality!

Player of the Match: Dawn Moody, for her tremendous tackle count and never-give-in attitude.
Coaches’ Player: Jodie Britcliffe, for her impact off the bench and carrying to her heart’s content.
Opposition’s Player: Ella Nutbrown, for her electric footwork, scorching-hot steps and superb attacking lines that left defenders chasing shadows!

🏉 TRY SCORERS
Ewa 🏉🏉🏉🏉🏉
Ella 🏉🏉🏉
Cassie 🏉🏉
Vic 🏉

🎯 CONVERSIONS
Cassie x 7

One performance at a time, one victory at a time.

Well done, Greenies! Enjoy the win, take the confidence into training and get ready to go again. The standards are rising, the momentum is building, and we’re hungry for more! 🏆💚💪🏻

2nd TEAM

SCUNTHORPE 36 – BOSTON 0

The Stags secured a convincing win over Lincolnshire rivals Boston on a very blustery and rainy afternoon at Heslam Park.

The Greens were on the scoreboard after 7 minutes, Boston took a rare turnover from the Scunthorpe line out. They moved the ball wide, but they knocked it in the process, the referee played a good advantage which allowed Scunthorpe to scoop it up, Charley Aitkenhead went down the wing fed Will Horner and he raced in from 45 metres Henry Dawson converted, 7-0.

Scunthorpe were back on the attack despite playing into a head wind, on the 14-minute mark hooker Chris Murray Auckland collected his first of two tries, it came from penalty, skipper Dawson kicked to touch to earn the line out where Josh Duggan and Cam Christer were dominant, they secured the ball and set the drive; Murray Auckland collected the ball but still had a lot to do, his power and low body position coupled with good leg drive got him over the line, Dawson missed the extra two, 12-0.

Josh Duggan was next on the scoresheet with probably the try of the match. Scunthorpe scored a very well executed try, from a deep Boston kicked the ball which was fielded by stand in full back Coel Gosling who made excellent ground, good link play from Will Horner fed the ball to Duggan who strolled over in the corner, Henry Dawson converted, 19-0.

Charlie Turner was issued with a yellow card for a trip and five minutes later the half time whistle blew.

Scunthorpe had been the dominant side even though they did not manage to increase the score in the second quarter of the game, they had been in this position two weeks ago so could they learn from that and close out the game? The big difference was that they would have the wind behind them which should suit the kicking game.

On 52 minutes Chris Murray scored his second try, Scunthorpe still had the upper hand and continued to use the conditions, getting the ball into the corners. From one such position the ball went along the line and even though very slippery they displayed good skills in keeping it alive, the young hooker showed the dummy and proceeded to zigzag through the defence to score under the posts, Henry Dawson converted and the bonus point was secured, 26-0.

The next try showed great resilience from all concerned, the conditions made all aspects of the game very tricky, one thing that excelled throughout the afternoon was the aforementioned line out.

After several handling errors the next move clicked, a penalty saw the resulting catch and drive line out working well, Charlie Turner crashed over for the try, Henry Dawson missed the conversion 31-0.

Replacement Cam Ogg scored the final try in the corner to round off a well-earned victory in terrible conditions at 36-0.

Next week the Stags travel to league leaders Tupton for a tough encounter.

Mom – Henry Dawson

Photos from Amelia Foster

Match Report written by Steve Williams

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