The match saw momentum shift between both sides as they battled through heavy winds that tested both teams’ skills. However, King's held strong to secure their tenth title out of the sixteen Modus games played to date.
The challenging weather curtailed King’s expansive style of play, the hallmark of their season, making effective kicking nearly impossible and handling conditions unfavourable. Despite conceding early, King’s regrouped and took control of the first half, playing some very impressive rugby.
The first King’s try came from Henry H (13) and at 15 minutes, they took the lead through a strong carry from Will D. With the momentum firmly in their hands, King’s kept pushing, and on the half-hour mark, Will M found a small gap to give them a 17-7 lead at half-time.
RGS came out with new determination in the second half and took the lead, but King’s calmly fought back to take control of the game again.
A well-executed move saw Will M make a clean break to the halfway line. Back on the front foot, and with an excellent offload from Charlie M, King’s found themselves on their 5m line. Good pressure at their lineout and control from the scrum that followed saw Henry H (8) burrow over for a 24-19 lead. A huge spiral bomb from Will M resulted in King’s gaining possession back, and Charlie M eventually had the opportunity to put the game out of sight, which he took.
The remaining five minutes required some strong defensive sets from King’s, which has been a standout part of their game all season. The boys fearlessly rode out some late pressure to take a deserved victory and make it two in a row for King's.
Foundation Director of Sport and 1st XV coach, Jonny Mason, said: “I am immensely proud of the team, not just in this game but for their hard work and determination throughout the season. The victory was a fitting end to what has been an excellent season for a squad that has worked exceptionally hard in all aspects of their game.”
Acting Head, Dr Alison Oliver, was delighted with the result, commenting: “The team’s exceptional victory is thoroughly deserved, and we couldn’t be prouder of everyone involved. Their hard work and talent both on and off the field have shone through, not only in this game but throughout their outstanding season.”