LAUNCESTON RFC Under 7s have won the Bournemouth Rugby Festival Shield following a tremendous tournament performance.

They set off in high spirits, having beat Taunton the week before, and were soon into their stride.

The players displayed maturity, were tight in defence and showed pace in attack.

A record of two wins, one draw and one loss saw them progress to the shield games, where they faced New Milton and Fordingham.

Their constant desire to get forward allowed them to secure a victory and a draw, and seal the shield on tries scored, to the squad's delight.

For the full report, and a round-up of the area news and sport, see this week's edition of the Post.