The match, which took place yesterday at Franklin Gardens, began well for the youngsters. After just two minutes of play Lloyd Lewis crossed the white wash for the Dragons putting them in an early lead. A few minutes after, Saints replied with their own try which was converted edging the home side into the lead.
The Dragons went on to gain a penalty which added a few more crucial points to the board, before Lewis once again crossed the white wash for the Welsh region on the half time whistle.
Half Time: Northampton Saints 14 – Newport Gwent Dragons 13
The Men of Gwent came back out with bang as they crossed the try line twice, both of which were converted.
It was also the Dragons who added another try to the scores which was scored by Max Williams just a few minutes from time.
The Saints eventually gained their fourth through Scott Griffin, but the Dragons’ efforts to delay the score ensured that the mauled effort would be the final act of the game.
Final Scores: Northampton Saints 24 - Newport Gwent Dragons 32
Newport Gwent Dragons Under 18s are to host a home friendly on Monday 18th August, KO 13:00, where they take on London Wasps. The match will be played at Ystrad Mynach followed by a game played by the Under 16s against London Wasps, KO 15:00.
