Fend’s kick-off return sets tempo

The sixth-grade Junior Hornets came out strong in a 31-0 win over the Jaguars Saturday at Pete’s Pool.

Mason Fend returned the opening kick for a touchdown. He led a solid rushing attack with two more TDs. The  Hornets also picked up TDs from Kione Gill and Tanner Chase.

Behind the four touchdowns of Zak Carroll, the seventh-grade Junior Hornets won 40-6. Alec Rasmussen converted an extra point with a 3-yard run. Drew Schmidt also scored a TD. Aaden Amburgey and Kidder McKee added two safeties.

Jackson McCann scored the Junior Hornets’ lone touchdown in the fourth-grade team’s 19-6 loss.

The Junior Hornets host Tacoma’s Panthers Saturday at Pete’s Pool.

Johnson’s three TDs leads to win

Behind the three-touchdowns of Jordan Johnson, and two more from Kyle Couts, the Enumclaw Wolverine Midgets blanked Federal Way 31-0 Sunday. Johnathan Bailey knocked in the point-after.

Rugby club seeks women’s coach

The Rainier Plateau Junior Rugby Club is looking for an assistant coach to help provide local girls an opportunity to be part of an inaugural team during the 2012 season. Candidates should have some rugby experience or knowledge and should be dedicated to the team with support from the current staff.

The position with this nonprofit group is unpaid with a commitment from January through May to attend two weekly evening practices and matches on Sunday afternoons. Travel is limited with most games in Pierce and King counties.

All interested parties will undergo a background check and must be willing to follow the club’s coaching philosophy which focuses on providing a rewarding and memorable experience for the players.

To find out more go to www.rainierjuniorrugby.com. Interested parties should contact Andy Ramsay at a.s.ramsay@comcast.net.