This month Eddie Knightley, age 15, was part of the Trinidad and Tobago team at the RugbyAmericas North U19 tournament in Mexico. Eddie was given special permission by RAN (Rugby America North) to play in this tournament.
It was a great learning experience for Eddie though the first TT game was against the USA – a baptism of fire! The commentator mentioned that all the US players in that game were born in 2006 and are D1 college athletes. Despite that, Eddie played well and tackled hard.
A photo from the USA game is below — Eddie played second row and is in the scrum cap. All the games were screened on Rugby Pass TV.
We’re very proud of Eddie, who scored his first international try in the game against Jamaica, and it’s on instagram for all to see!
Eddie recently completed the U15 season at Blackheath Rugby and will start in the U16s in September.
Well done, Eddie — we can’t wait to see more of your international appearances (and tries!!)!
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