Match Reports 21st-22nd February 2026

by | Feb 23, 2026 | Match Report, Mini Juniors, Senior Rugby

SCUNTHORPE 41 – HULL RUFC 32

There was a minute’s silence held at the start of the game to rmember Jacob Hardwick, an NLD hooker who played for Southwell, who sadly lost his life earlier this week.

Changes to the Greens with Nick Dyson in the second row. Onto the bench drops Dan Gilbert, there is a welcome return for Laurence Pearce after a long injury lay off, with Jamie Major, Harry Wright & Jack Murr completing the bench.

Tom Davies plays his last game before heading off to Australia, good luck to him for the future.

Thankfully the rain held off, as the pitch was still heavy in places and any sort of rain may have caused a postponement, the last thing the Greens needed.

The Green’s kickoff towards the Queensway ends on an overcast day.

Good play by the Greens which sees them pass from the right wing to the left wing to Will Robinson and only good Hull defence then carries him into touch.

The Hull line out missed on their first play, the Greens were quickest to react and hoover the ball up and rapid play by the Greens saw Joey Mowbray go over for a try, converted by Will Darke.

Scunthorpe 7 Hull 0.

Hull set their big forwards carrying the ball and only great defence by the Greens on their own 5m line held them up before a turnover ball and clearance kick by Ethan Taylor took play up to the 10 metre line, Hull made another error at the line out, again the ball is picked up by Greens and finds its way into the hands of Will Robinson to score a try under the posts, converted by Will Darke.

Scunthorpe 14 Hull 0.

From the restart the Greens were penalised for offside, Hull kicked for the corner, From the line out, Hull with a well rehearsed catch and drive scored a try by David Halaifonua on the five metre line, the conversion hits the crossbar but fails to go over.

Scunthorpe 14 Hull 5. 

Great tackle by Lewis Talbot sees Hull knock the ball on, scrum to the Greens. Greens win the scrum only to be turned over and Hull clear their lines.

The Greens win the ensuing line out, a kick through by Will Robinson and Hull clear the ball off the pitch for a Greens line out, the Greens win the lineout and Hull infringe the referee puts his arm out for an infringement, the Greens seemingly playing with an advantage lose the ball in the Hull 22, this quickly picked up by the Hull 14 Jamie Shaul who goes the full length and scores under the posts, this a strange decision as the Greens were waiting for the referee to go back for the infringement, This converted Reece Dean.

Scunthorpe 14 Hull 12. 

From the kickoff, Greens make the tackle and swarm over the ball, Hull are penalised for holding on. Penalty to the Greens, this converted by Will Darke.

Scunthorpe 17 Hull 12.

The Greens are penalising in midfield for offside and Hull kick for goal. This was converted by Reece Dean.

Scunthorpe 17 Hull 15.

From the restart Hull are penalised for crossing in trying to clear their lines. The Greens kick for the corner and from the line out, a catch and drive sees a score for Ollie Arnold. Converted by Will Darke.

Scunthorpe 24 Hull 15.

The Greens are penalised for holding on when Hull opt to kick the penalty, Converted by Reece Dean. 

The referee blows for half time, Scunthorpe 24 Hull 18. 

The officials leave the field for the break, both teams were ready to go but no officials to start the second half, eventually they return to the pitch and Hull start the 2nd half.

From the outset the Greens on the attack, Hull are penalised on their 22 for being offside, the Greens kick for goal and the penalty is converted by Will Darke.

Scunthorpe 27 Hull 18.

Hull now under intense pressure giving consecutive penalties away, The Greens kicked for touch in the Hull 22, from the line out the Greens win the ball and with quick hands play cross field, Hull now persistently offending and the Greens crossing the try line, after a brief conversation with his AR the referee awards a penalty try and a yellow card was awarded to number 14 Jamie Shaul.

Scunthorpe 34 Hull 18. 

From the restart the Greens win the ball and a good exit sees the ball up to halfway, further play in the midfield sees Hull concede a line out from the line out the ball goes to Ethan Taylor carrying the ball, holding the defence sufficiently to create a gap for Lawrence Pearce to run through, from 30 metres out he shakes off three flailing defenders to score under the posts, converted by Will Darke.

Scunthorpe 41 Hull 18.

Greens playing now with growing confidence but unable to cross the line again, Hull start to get on top of a tiring Greens defence, seeing a try for the Hull 13 Jack Render. Converted by James Farrar. Scunthorpe 41 Hull 25. 

The Greens waiting for the final whistle allow Hull to score a 4th try, Tom Lineham this converted by James Farrar. The referee then blows for full time. Scunthorpe 41 Hull 32.

 The Greens travel to Macclesfield next week for the first time.

Match Report written by Graham Migdalski

MOM – Dylan Martin

Photo credit to Paul Mcdonald & Woodfair Photography. 

Link to Hull’s match day report – Hull RUFC vs Scunthorpe: Match Report – HULL RUGBY UNION FOOTBALL CLUB 

WOMEN’S TEAM

SCUNTHORPE 56 – HULL IONIANS – 12

Scunthorpe Women were at home this week against local rivals Hull Ionians. After playing them earlier in the season we knew how to use our systems and manipulate the pitch to our advantage against them.
From the kick off we put pressure on them and never let off.
The attacking phases was constant and Hull couldn’t handle the game plan we executed.
The forward set a stable platform at scum and line-out time which allowed flowing rugby in the backs to finish off the plays with style.
We have been building well at training and carried through the processes into the game and executed a great brand of rugby.
Final score was 56-12 to Scunthorpe 🙌🏻
Well done to the players of the match 👏🏻👏🏻
Player of the Match – Gabby for her direct running and brilliant try from some fancy footwork .
Coaches Player – Holly Newman who breaks the gain line every carry and dominates at the lineout .
Oppositions player – Cassie M for her strength in attack and as ever her kicking game .
Tries
Ewa 🏉🏉🏉
Ella 🏉🏉
Holly N 🏉🏉
Cassie 🏉
Annie 🏉
Gabby 🏉
Louise B x 3 Conversions

 

COLTS TEAM

SCUNTHORPE 43 – HULL IONIANS 10

The Colts made the short trip across the Humber Bridge to play Hull Ionians.

The game kicked off and we were underway and Scunthorpe started strongly with some strong carries, they punched through the home sides defence, a couple of phases later saw George Favill ran through some Hull players to dive over and score the first try of the match, conversion successful and the score is 7-0.

Hull look to answer back and were gaining momentum in the middle of the pitch but a superb one handed interception from Spencer Higgins who runs 50 metres to score under the posts, concersion successful and Scunthorpe are now 14-0 up.

Scunthorpe looked to get another try before the half and with their patient play, number 8 Josh Quibell dives over to score the third try of the match, conversion was successful and the first half ended 21-0 to the visitors.

The second half was underway and a penalty awarded to Scunthorpe saw the visitors inside the 22, Scunthorpe would continue to get closer and closer until Harry Elms dives over to score Scunthorpe’s fourth try of the match.

Hull finally responded and it came from some indivdual brilliance and a but of luck when the fly half chipped the ball and the ball bounced kindly to the 13 who regathers the ball and runs all the way to score Hull’s first try of the game, conversion was unsuccessful and the score is now 25-5.

Scunthorpe would answer back after some quick hands in the back saw Recce Clark through, he almost stopped himself from scoring after thinking of stepping back inside but instead he backs himself for the corner and scores. Conversion was unsuccessful and the score is now 30-5.

Scunthorpe would add another 3 points after Hull conceded a penalty in the middle of the pitch and the kick was successfully taken by Jack Murray.

Scunthorpes last try of the match came shorty after and it would bcome from Alife Murray who ran through Hulls defence to score, conversion successful and the score is now 43-5

Hull would grab a last minute consolation try after Scunthorpe stepped off the gas Hull would continue to make yards and a quick tap from a oenalty saw Hull go over for their second try, conversion was unsuccessful and the ref blew for full time.

Scunthorpe Colts win 43-10.

 Mom – George Favill/ Alfie Murray

Match Report written by Charley Wilkinson

UNDER 15S

NLD CUP SEMI FINAL

LINCOLN 5 – SCUNTHORPE 58

A Huge Statement on the Road to the Final.

Lincoln came into this semi-final confident — and why wouldn’t they? They’d beaten us previously and arrived expecting to repeat the job.
But today… today was different.

Our lads delivered a complete performance: physical dominance, tactical control, relentless intensity, and attacking brilliance. From minute one to the final whistle, they dismantled Lincoln 58–5 and booked their place in the NLD Cup Final in emphatic fashion.

This wasn’t just a win. This was payback with interest.

Scoring Timeline

Scorer(s) 5–0Archie

10–0Finn

10–5Lincoln try

15–5Morgan

22–5Rhys

Callum29–5

Callum34–5

Archie39–5

Callum44–5

Rhys51–5

Oli 58–5

Top Performances

Archie T – Relentless Brilliance
Archie was everywhere — smashing tackles, powering through contact, and finishing clinically. A complete two-way performance; relentless in defence, electric in attack.

Morgan F – An Absolute Barnstormer
Morgan tore into Lincoln from the off. Big carries, big moments, big leadership. Every time he touched the ball something happened, and his impact was felt across the whole pitch.

Rhys – Led by Example
Rhys set the tone all game: physical, loud, smart, and dangerous. He tormented the Lincoln back line with his running, decision-making, and defensive pressure.

Smiler – Controlled the Pack Tirelessly
Smiler was the engine room. He marshalled the forwards, controlled the tempo, and kept the team composed. His work rate and leadership gave the whole side a solid platform.

Joseph S – Worked Himself to the Bone
Joseph ran himself ragged — chasing everything, making tackles, supporting runners, and doing all the unseen graft that wins big games. A superb shift.

Team Effort of the Highest Quality
While the standout performances were many, every single player contributed to this result. The physicality, the skill level, the commitment, and the belief were exceptional across the entire squad.
This was one of those days where everything clicked — and the lads earned every bit of this victory.
A hugely pleasing result.
Well done, lads.

Eyes on Newark – The Final Awaits
The job isn’t done yet, but with performances like today, the team can head into the final with confidence and momentum.

Remember the motto: “Vision & Belief”

Let’s take that into the final and finish the job.

Match report written by Gavin Drewry

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