Roses heroes

David Potter
The men’s squash captain was involved in a gripping match and came back from the brink of defeat to help his side to a hefty four points. Potter was 9-5 down in the fifth set, but then incredibly took six consecutive points to stun his opponent and snatch the unlikeliest, but nevertheless thoroughly deserved, victory. A top effort.

Tom Chadwick

The UYRUFC 1st XV fly-half put in a top-draw performance, commanding the game through both his playmaking and kicking and also scoring 17 of York’s points in their 22-6 victory. He’s had an excellent season, and most encouragingly for the club, he is still only a first year, meaning he’s going to be around for some time yet.

Alexa Mitterhuver
The women’s volleyball 1sts captain was the outstanding player in her side’s 3-1 victory over their Lancaster counterparts, powering them to the win with her powerful spikes. The side’s second straight Roses victory following nine consecutive defeats previously, this win was important in proving that the tides have now turned.

Rob Wickham
The Centurions Quarterback was instrumental in his side’s first ever Roses victory; one of the best stories of York’s Roses weekend. His two-point conversion in the dying minutes of the game snatched victory from the hands of the Bombers when the safe option would have been to kick and take the draw. His bravery most certainly paid off.

Stu Patterson
The men’s water polo was perhaps the surprise event of the tournament, with both sides putting on a thrilling display and drawing one of the biggest and rowdiest crowds of the weekend. Patterson stole the show, scoring 12 of York’s goals in their 15-12 triumph, including one stunner out of the back of his hand whilst facing his own goal – as impressive as it sounds.

Jon Waghorne
Captain of the hockey men’s 3rds may not seem like the highest accolade but ‘Waggers’ proved his hero credentials at Roses. The 3rds had never previously won at the tournament, choking in prior encounters. Under Waghorne’s captaincy, however, they claimed victory. He was also instrumental in defence, crucial in this 1-0 scrap, making the difference when needed.

Tim Ellis
Not usually known for his sporting prowess, preferring to work his magic in YUSU, our Students’ Union President pulled it out of the bag in the croquet when it mattered most. Well, actually, it was for no points and we’d already lost Roses, but Ellis had never played croquet before and was still victorious. He’s a natural.

Kris Hilliam
In what was certainly the rowdiest event of the weekend, the men’s darts, but Kris Hilliam kept his cool under a torrent of Lancaster abuse to check-out with a double eight and secure the victory that sent the black and gold crowd wild. It was a tense finish, with both players needing a single score to win, but it was Hilliam who came out on top.