Doncaster Knights have hope in chase for top six
Doncaster Knights breathed fresh life into their late push for the play-offs with a five-point victory over the side that hold the sixth and final post-season spot – Chinnor.
Knights beat their Oxfordshire hosts 36-19 on Friday night, and allied with results elsewhere on Saturday, moved up to ninth, closing the gap to seven points on the top six.
Ryan Olowofela was the star man, scoring a first half hat-trick of tries, with Jasper McGuire securing the try bonus before the break. Telusa Veainu and Fred Davies made sure of the win in the second half.
Knights welcome unbeaten Champ Rugby leaders Ealing Trailfinders to Castle Park on Saturday (2.30pm).
Meanwhile, Joe Jones has been released from his contract with immediate effect to take up an opportunity in the Premiership with Harlequins.
Jones departs the club having made just under 50 appearances.
Head coach Darren Fearn said: “Joey’s been excellent for us and he’s earned this opportunity. It’s another player progressing to the Premiership from Doncaster knights, that’s a credit to his work and the environment here.
“We’re ambitious as a club and we want players who perform at a level that attracts the top tier. Joey has done that. He’ll be missed, however we’re confident in the strength and depth of our group, and we’re excited about the competition for that No.3 shirt.”