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2 Cav Regt d 1 Armd Regt 12- 10 2 Cav Regt d 2/14 LHR 31-7 2 Cav Regt d Barbarians 85-5 2 Cav Regt d B Sqn 3/4 Cav Regt 10-3

2 Cav secures holy grail

By Cpl Luke Anderson
THE holy grail of armoured corps rugby union, the Adjutant’s Cup, has gone full circle by returning to the 2 Cav Regt in Darwin after 12 years absence.

This annual tournament of all armoured corps rugby teams encompassed a gruelling four games in five days and on conclusion 2 Cav Regt emerged not only victorious but undefeated as well.

This was no indication of a one-sided affair, with strong aggressive performances from B Sqn 3/4 Cav Regt and 1 Armd Regt.

While hosts 2/14LHR (QMI) showed fight, it was the Barbarians who were renowned for their spirited performance.

Much preparation went into the victories for 2 Cav Regt with behind-the-scenes coaching, training and motivation from Capt Drew Horsell, WO2 David Ruff, Sgt Paul Hunton and Cpl Tony Taylor.

While the tournament showed a good all round performance from all members, the tour was highlighted by strong showings in the forwards. Cpl Andersen, Cpl Nuske, Cpl Morton, Capt Brocklehurst and Tpr Fraser stood out, while the elusive backs in the form of Pte Jones and Tpr Yow led the way for 2 Cav Regt.

First-time additions to the side showed good strength and promise for the years ahead including Tpr Higgins, Tpr Southwick and Tpr Tattersall who was also awarded the Bendigo Bank Player of the Tournament.

The competition demonstrated a high standard of rugby and all those involved will be looking forward to next year’s tournament in the heat of Darwin.

2 Cav Regt Rugby Union wishes to thank major sponsor for 2002, General Motors Defence Australia (GMDA), for its continued support of the club throughout the season.