BLACK ROCK 2012; THE BIGGEST KENYAN RUGBY EVENT IN THE HIGH SCHOOL CALENDAR

BLACK ROCK 2012; THE BIGGEST KENYAN RUGBY EVENT IN THE HIGH SCHOOL CALENDAR

 “Whatever happens at Black rock; stays at Black rock!!!”

The quarters saw Nairobi School team A beat Laiser Hill 7-0 to make it to the finals. The semis proved to be more action packed as Saints walloped Changes team 1, 7-0 while Nairobi School beat Rift Valley Academy 1-0 pushing through to the finals.

The final…now this is where all the real action began! It was Nairobi school, alias “Patch Machine” up against Saint Mary’s alias “Saints”.

It was an all out blood war for the main cup! Saints seemed to have the upper hand, being a home game and all that; but Patcherians were clearly not rattled by all the jeering that came from saints home supporters.

Within the first few minutes, Patch managed to push through saint’s defense line not once but thrice, giving them a 3- pointer lead!

Saints won the admiration of many for their heart and persistence. They never gave up and just kept pushing on!

Their efforts were however met by a brick wall like resistance from Patch Machine who seemed to be guarding their line with vehemence.

Each time saints got close to a touchdown, they were met by a spear or tackle from one of Patch’s bulky defenders. Come the second half and pressure was clearly on the Saints players. The whistle kept on blowing as Saints kept on making desperate mistakes- drop balls, forward passes…

As the game drew nigh, it was already clear Saints were clutching at straws in their bid to retain the prestigious Black rock title.

Sadly they didn’t quite line up to their expectation as the final horn blew, giving the cup to Patch courtesy of their 3-0 lead over Saints.

So, there you have it folks… Black rock champs and the last man standing 2012 are (drum roll please)…Nairobi School Team 1!

But the big question is, will they retain it next year?

BLACK ROCK SIDE DISH…

Nairobi School B lost the plate to Ofafa Jericho and Sunshine bagged the Bowl after beating MFA (Moi Forces Academy).

But what is Black rock without swag? Every event has its sideshows. This one had its own too. From making out in public, to fights, mobbing and who has the loudest cheering squad.

The parking lot was more of an event itself. Complete with sound systems from the vehicles and making- out couples.

But as they say; “WHATEVER HAPPENS IN BLACK ROCK… STAYS IN BLACK ROCK!!!!!!!!!!”

SOURCE: THE INSYDER MAGAZINE KENYA.