The Ag Challenge Wanganui Under 16's had the perfect start to their hosting of the HYRC tournament with a 27-7 win over Horowhenua-Kapiti at the Wanganui Collegiate grounds yesterday.
Playing on the No1 field, the home side out-scored their provincial neighbours by five tries to one, adding one conversion, which allowed them to avenge a two point loss to Horowhenua-Kapiti in a preseason game.
That previous result saw Horowhenua-Kapiti seeded first in Pool B of the HYRC competition, with Wanganui down in third.
Leslie McKenzie is coaching the side with assistance from veteran player Steelie Koro - 52 first class games for Steelform Wanganui.
"The boys set a bit of a goal for themselves after last time," Koro said.