NORTHWICH Rugby Club’s under 17 colts returned triumphant from an international tournament in France.

The 24-strong touring party descended on the historic city of Lille for the International Festival of Rugby, hosted by RC Arras.

After losing to Hereford, the young Blacks responded and put host club RC Arras and London Scottish to the sword before losing to Wirral.

Northwich’s superior try count meant they qualified for the final of the bowl competition where they replayed Hereford. A Josh Holt try sealed the win.

Coach Ken Houghton said: “A great time was had by all.”