Newcastle Falcons academy enjoyed two convincing victories on Wednesday, as both the Under-18s and Under-16s won on Dutch soil.

The Falcons' Under-16s defeated the Dutch national Under-17s 40-5 at Castricum RFC, while the Under-18s thrashed Castricum Under-19s 60-0.

The games were both part of Castricum's anniversary celebrations, as Falcons continue their links with Holland.

Falcons Under-19s face Leeds Under-19s at Druid Park on Saturday.