Hilton College snatched a late victory over Michaelhouse on Saturday through a sensational never-say-die try from winger Sebastian Gaboreau.
Going into the closing stages of the match 25-21 down against hosts Michaelhouse, Hilton were pinned back in their own 22, with fullback Ivan Jjuuko driving a long kick downfield.
The ball bounced into Michaelhouse’s in-goal area, before stopping just short of the dead-ball line.
While Michaelhouse players watched the ball, looking the run the clock down, a flying Gaboreau came out of nowhere, with the Hilton speedster just managing to get his hand to it, with the referees awarding the try.
NEVER GIVE UP! 👏✨
Hilton College looked down and out in the final few minutes of their clash against Michaelhouse, until 1 player from Hilton College showed how determined he is to win the game for his school! 🏉🔥
This is one of the most extraordinary tries you’ll ever see!🤯 pic.twitter.com/WdiBgVdi1X— SuperSport Schools (@ss_schools) June 15, 2024
In other results on Saturday, Selborne College beat Stirling 67-0, Kearsney College claimed a 50-12 win against St Stithians, while St Andrew’s and Kingswood played to a 22-22 draw.
