Inter-Services Preview: Army Ready To Defend Rugby Union Title
The Army men's team is hard at work getting ready to defend its Inter-Services rugby union title at RAF Halton on Wednesday.
Despite losing several players to retirement and injury the players are in confident mood ahead of their clash with the Air Force.
They will arrive at Halton looking to record back-to-back Inter-Services wins against a highly-competitive RAF outfit.
The defending champions are bracing themselves for a physical showdown despite a number of players from last year's victorious squad having retired from Army colours.
The conveyor belt of talent inside the ranks means six new caps will feature against the Air Force.
Head Coach Major Andy Sanger told Forces Network the game will be a 'tough encounter':
"They're strong up front... Josh McNally is back and playing really well, which is good news. Not so great news for us, but great for him and we're looking forward to the challenge."
That transition has been made easier by a coaching staff consisting of former players who have all enjoyed success, including Warrant Officer Class 1 Darrell Ball.
Major Sanger says he's been a boost to the team and added 'real impetus':
"He's added real intellect to the coaching side... and he's brought in a different angle on the breakdowns."
A win for the Army on Wednesday would see the side record successive victories over the Air Force for the first time since 2014.
Also getting their Inter-Services Championship underway on Wednesday will be the #RAFvArmy women's teams.
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