Just when you thought rugby couldn't surprise you, former Connacht player Conor Oliver shatters expectations with a try in the blink of an eye—eight seconds to be exact. During the Ealing Trailfinders' ruthless 55-7 drubbing of Chinnor, Oliver didn't just score; he stunned with a kickoff trick play alongside Dan Jones, another former Scarlet. What unfolded next was nothing short of rugby wizardry.
Oliver, seizing the moment right from Jones' short kickoff, executed a sublime chip over the defense, regathered, and scored, sending fans and foes into a frenzy. This electrifying play set the tone for what would be a dominant game for the Trailfinders.
"We planned how we were to start the game with the kick-off, but I don’t think you expect that to happen."
Post-game, Ealing's director of rugby, Ben Ward, shared his thoughts, reflecting both surprise and tactical satisfaction. "In some ways, you worry that it takes you off your stride a little bit, that you almost become a little bit complacent, and the game may have gone scrappy for a few minutes after that. But in general, I thought we stuck to the plan pretty well," Ward explained. He praised the team's swift start and the seamless integration of lineup changes from the previous week.
Conor Oliver's journey to this jaw-dropping moment has been marked by steady ascension. Having started his career at Munster, then moving to Connacht where he made 95 appearances, Oliver's move to Ealing Trailfinders was motivated by a desire to contribute to their esteemed record in the Championship.
"I’m really excited to be joining Ealing Trailfinders. The record they have in the Championship is outstanding, and I can’t wait to add to that," Oliver had stated upon signing with the London club. Ward also commented on the acquisition, noting, "Conor is a powerful player who has shown what he can do in the URC over the last five years. I’m excited to see him bring his skills and experience to Trailfinders Sports Club."
Oliver's spectacular eight-second try not only set a record but also sent a clear message: in rugby, every second counts, and sometimes, that's all you need to make history.
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Just when you thought rugby couldn't surprise you, former Connacht player Conor Oliver shatters expectations with a try in the blink of an eye—eight seconds to be exact. During the Ealing Trailfinders' ruthless 55-7 drubbing of Chinnor, Oliver didn't just score; he stunned with a kickoff trick play alongside Dan Jones, another former Scarlet. What unfolded next was nothing short of rugby wizardry.
Oliver, seizing the moment right from Jones' short kickoff, executed a sublime chip over the defense, regathered, and scored, sending fans and foes into a frenzy. This electrifying play set the tone for what would be a dominant game for the Trailfinders.
"We planned how we were to start the game with the kick-off, but I don’t think you expect that to happen."
Post-game, Ealing's director of rugby, Ben Ward, shared his thoughts, reflecting both surprise and tactical satisfaction. "In some ways, you worry that it takes you off your stride a little bit, that you almost become a little bit complacent, and the game may have gone scrappy for a few minutes after that. But in general, I thought we stuck to the plan pretty well," Ward explained. He praised the team's swift start and the seamless integration of lineup changes from the previous week.
Conor Oliver's journey to this jaw-dropping moment has been marked by steady ascension. Having started his career at Munster, then moving to Connacht where he made 95 appearances, Oliver's move to Ealing Trailfinders was motivated by a desire to contribute to their esteemed record in the Championship.
"I’m really excited to be joining Ealing Trailfinders. The record they have in the Championship is outstanding, and I can’t wait to add to that," Oliver had stated upon signing with the London club. Ward also commented on the acquisition, noting, "Conor is a powerful player who has shown what he can do in the URC over the last five years. I’m excited to see him bring his skills and experience to Trailfinders Sports Club."
Oliver's spectacular eight-second try not only set a record but also sent a clear message: in rugby, every second counts, and sometimes, that's all you need to make history.