Jersey Reds Are Champions!

Saturday, 29 April 2023 19:28

Jersey Reds have won the rugby Championship for the first time in the club's history.

A 43-15 victory over Ampthill was enough to seal the title on home turf.

The Reds had climbed to the top of the table with a vital win over league leaders Ealing last weekend.

They finished the season on 100 points - two clear of Ealing.

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— Channel 103 (@Channel103) April 29, 2023

Director of Rugby Harvey Biljon said he was 'immensely proud' of everyone.

WE’VE DONE IT 🇯🇪 The Jersey Reds are the league Champions with a 43-15 win against @AmpthillRufc 🏆 #WeAreTheReds pic.twitter.com/SkcLxcfadE
— Jersey Reds (@JerseyRedsRugby) April 29, 2023

Despite winning the Championship, the club cannot be promoted to the Premiership because of league rules on ground capacity.

There could still more silverware ahead for the islanders, who travel to meet Cornish Pirates in the semi-finals of the Championship Cup on Friday.

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