SWINDON'S junior section opened up their season by taking on local rivals Wootton Bassett in a series of matches.

With many players involved in their first rugby match, Swindon emerged 2-1 victors in their under sevens clash. Tries were scored by Joshua Lee and Jamie Noble.

The under eights also opened up with a win, Sam Williams scoring twice and Jerome Davies once, while Jack Kinver bagged a hat-trick in a 6-1 win.

At under nine level, Bassett scored victories in two separate matches, by 4-0 in the first and 2-0 in the second.

Both Jason Grunsell and Daniel Hubble showed up well for Swindon.

Swindon under nine squad: Jamie Bradford, Jason Grunsell, Daniel Hubble, Oliver Meredith, David Moorhouse, Craig Morphet, Christian Stuart, James Tyrer

Bassett and Swindon fought out a 5-5 draw in their under 10s clash.

Swindon started well and, after three minutes, they were ahead as Kierstin Baddeley scored a try.

Bassett continued to soak up the pressure, but six minutes into the second half, George Dent broke away six yards from his own line and ran the full length of the pitch to level.

Anybody interested in their son or daughter training and playing with any of the above sides should contact Joe Walsh on 01793 852608, or come to the Swindon ground on a Sunday at 10am, where they will be directed to the relevant coach.