MUD-SPLATTERED young rugby players emerged equally victorious from a clash of the Titans-style competition between Andover schools.

The inter-school tournament, featuring six secondary schools from the area, was held at Andover Rugby Club's Goodship Ground.

Traditionally played by years seven, eight and nine, the Andover and District Secondary Schools Rugby Tournament was expanded this year to include year 10 and 11 pupils in mixed teams.

In all, 400 pupils played 41 games and scored a total of 110 tries over four evenings of competition.

Dave Kane, Testway Housing's sports development co-ordinator said: "Attitude, performance and respect were excellent.

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