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| Wednesday 17 th September 2008 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engadine High School are again the Mitch Healey Cup Champions after todays good win against Wooloware High School at Shark Park. ENGADINE HS Engadine High School won the Mitch Healey Cup in 2007. ENGADINE HS WINNING STREAK CONTINUES Engadine had alot of early ball, and before long, Jaron Sharp found his way to the line. 4 - 0 Engadine up. Before long Woolooware had turned things around and Engadine found them selves on their heels, defending their line. Woolooware were set 4 a back line, and certain to score. Until halfback Bryce mistaked Jordan Dow for Reece, and 'Cheeza' raced almost the length of the field to score under the dot. 10 - 0 Engadine. Woolooware worked there way up the field due to some handling errors from the Enga boys. Some slack defence saw tommy find a hole and to put the ball over the line, just resisting dodgies chase. 10 - 6.Engadine This saw the Engadine boys under a bit of pressure and were looking for an answer, soon michael lichaa found a way through some scattered defence and scored in the corner. 16 - 6 Engadine. Half time blew.. LEARN MORE
PORT HACKING HS WIN ADAM DYKES CUP |
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 Both sides seemed to have trouble settling into the match and handling errors were frequent in the face of two outstanding defensive lines. “We gave them enough ball in the first half for them to win three games,” said coach Howard Whan. “But our defence was fantastic.” It was thirteen minutes before a point was scored as defence dominated and it was the individual brilliance of Joel Jackson that brought a spectacular try from Glen’s side of halfway. Darting in then away and repeating the procedure, Jackson beat several defenders to score a memorable try. Soon after Jackson saved a try at the other end when he bundled Inverell’s Corey Baker into touch just short of the line. Inverell was then held up over the line by swarming Magpie defenders as the pressure continued. Inverell was penalized for a couple of strips and then Sam Kiehne was held up over the line. But half time was reached without addition to the score. The Magpies met renewed Inverell attack with the same resilience as in the first half but then Nick Ehsman put in a beautifully executed chip kick close to Inverell’s line and Jackson flew through to catch and score. Michael Adams landed the goal for a 10 - 0 lead. Enterprising play with the ball at his feet almost produced a try for Adams soon after but the Hawks defence held him up over the line, too. Inverell hooker Brodie Johnson got the Hawks back in the contest in the 51st minute with an excellent individual effort from close range. Alex Lavender slotted home a great conversion and Glen led 10 - 6 in the dying stages of an enthralling match. Both sides had slim chances of scoring in the final minutes but it was defence that dominated this match and those opportunities were quickly snuffed out. Nick Ehsman was again outstanding for Glen. The timing this lightweight five eighth brings to his tackling is superb and his heavy hits were a feature of the match. Sam Kiehne was excellent as was centre Adrian Wadley who went very close to scoring in the first half. Tom McCarney also had a strong game while replacements Tim Croft and Tobie Scheutz were outstanding off the bench. Scheutz made many strong runs and probably made more ground than any other forward in the match. Going through a season undefeated is an outstanding effort and this Glen Innes team deserves the highest accolades for their 2008 performance. |
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| Tuesday 15 September 2008 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 Dubbo Junior League and the Penrith Brothers are on the verge of staging annual matches at the end of the season following a successful visit by the “westies” on Saturday. The trip out west was organised by former St John’s player David Fuller who turned out with club from 1981 to 1986. He organised three of his Brothers under-10s teams to come to Dubbo. They arrived in the city during the day, played football at Apex Oval on Saturday night, enjoyed a barbecue afterwards and then took in the tourist sights before heading home. Fuller said the suggestion of the trip had received an instant response from the junior league. “It took just one telephone call and the job was right,” Fuller said Saturday night as he watched the football in progress. “Neil Millgate and the junior league people you have here have been just great. “The same could be said for your tourism people who we rang. We told them how many people were coming and they put us in touch with the various accommodation places. It has worked out really well.” Fuller said the Brothers club was looking for a country visit, different to what they play in at home. Their preference was a venue which had a good field with lights for night games, accommodation and tourism sights. Dubbo fitted the aim perfectly and Fuller led them here with 34 young stars of the future and their parents and friends. Brothers play in the Penrith Junior League on Saturdays with 19 teams from under-6s to 15s and on Sunday have under-16s through to A grade. “All being well the association between Dubbo and Brothers club will become an annual thing,” Fuller said. “Already we’ve spoken about having the Dubbo and district teams come to Penrith next year and all being well that will happen.” A highlight of Saturday night’s games was the parochial barracking by the Brothers fans, who were no different to the locals and gave it their all despite the matches only being trials. Warren under-10s weren’t able to get together to play Brothers in the first game Saturday night, instead a Dubbo All Stars side was put together at the last minute and they did well to come back from 6-0 down to set up a drawn match 6-all. Mark Glavell scored a great try for the visitors and Tray Naylor converted as Brothers led 6-0 at the break. The came the equaliser 10 minutes from full time when John Ciappara (St John’s) brushed aside some feeble defence to give Jack Lane (St John’s) an easy conversion from near the posts. Best player awards for each team were also announced with Jarrod Rockall (Brothers) and Tyson Fuller (Dubbo) the recipients. The other two games featured Wellington under-10s and PCYC, both against Brothers. All players in each game were later presented with Centenary of Rugby League medals. Meanwhile, junior league wraps up for the season at Apex Oval Saturday when premiers from Dubbo and Parkes junior league meet in the Group 11 challenge series. The under-10s will feature the joint Dubbo district premiers Warren and Wellington, Souths are in the under-11s, 12s and 16s, while Eastridge will play in the under-14s. |
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| Monday 14 th September 2008 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dubbo College Senior Campus has bowed out of the University Shield competition, after going down to Sarah Redfern High School 44-10. The match was held at Campbelltown Stadium yesterday morning, and after playing the past three shield games in Dubbo, the new venue and larger opposition did no favours for the visitors. Senior Campus coach Craig May said lack of possession and sloppy defence lead to their semi-final loss, however he noted strong performances from second rower Max Ray, centre Alex Ronayne and winger Elliott Knight. “Our defence was right early in the second half and we didn’t have much possession,” May said. “They got a lot of consecutive sets of six early and we let them get a roll on.” May said tries to Redfern in the 14th, 19th, 25th and 32nd minutes saw them head into the break 24-0 down, with a lot of hard work to catch up. He said his side picked up their form in the second stanza of the match, but were unable to overcome the strength and size of their Sydney opponents. “Elliott Knight really stepped up and scored a try in the 50th minute and centre Matt Marks also crossed for us in the 55th minute,” May said. “Max Ray was also very strong for us in both attack and defence and Alex Ronayne also stepped up and held his own.” May denied travelling impacted upon the team’s performance, saying Redfern was just the better side on the day. Following their win yesterday, Sarah Redfern High School will now take on Farrar in Campbelltown on September 23. May said he is proud of his side’s achievements this year, playing 22 games and winning 20. “We won two games to help our school win this year’s Astley Cup and we took out the Andrew Ryan Country Cup,” May said. “We did very well in both the University Shield and Arrive Alive Cup competitions and I think we can take a lot of pride away from that. Yesterday’s loss finishes the schoolboy rugby league season for Dubbo College Senior Campus. |
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| Sunday 14 th September 2008 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| QUEENSLAND WIZARD CUP GRAND FINAL SOURCE : QRL Media Release GRAND FINAL SOUTHS LOGAN MAGPIES 24 (Kyle Lodge, Cy Lasscock, McKanah Gibson, Mat Templeman tries; Tim Cannard 2, Josh White 2 goals) def IPSWICH JETS 18 (Michael Ryan, Donald Malone, Aaron Sweeney tries; Josh Lewis 3 goals) at North Ipswich Reserve. FOGS CUP GRAND FINAL EASTS TIGERS 12 (Wallace Solomona, Lance Morris tries; Dane Campbell 2 goals) def WYNNUM MANLY SEAGULLS 10 (Shaun Cotter, Matt Church tries; Jim O’Brien goal) at North Ipswich Reserve. * Extra time WESTERN DISTRICTS 30 (Anthony Flores 2, Amos Coutts, Matt Zgrajewski, Luke Churchill tries; Matt Lennon 5 goals) def ASPLEY DEVILS 16 (Jacob Samoa, Joe Bond, Nathan Stokes tries; Kayle Connor 2 goals) at North Ipswich Reserve |
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EVERYONE ON BOARD FOR FIRST XIII’S SHOT AT MAKING SHIELD FINAL  FARRER Memorial Agricultural High School’s open rugby league side is at full strength for today’s University Shield semi-final against Bass High School in Tamworth. The Steve Cavanagh-coached side is hoping to make the September 23 University Shield Final at Campbelltown Stadium and join its Buckley Shield team in the three State KO Finals. The Westmont Shield (open primary) Buckley Shield (under 14) and University Shield finals will all be played on Tuesday, September 23 at Campbelltown Stadium and Steve Cavanagh is hoping his open team can make it a big day for the Tamworth school. “It would be great to be there with the Buckley Shield side,” Cavanagh said yesterday. “They were so impressive against Chifley College (in their Buckley Shield semi-final). “The other boys were massive but Clint Gallagher (coach) and Darren Smith (manager) have done an amazing job with the side. They are so well drilled.” He’s hoping that same discipline and effort will be produced by his side when it kicks off on John Simpson Oval, Farrer at 11.15am today. He said Farrer was back at full strength for the clash with a side he knows little about. “All we know is they are a big side with a high number of Polynesian kids, so we’re assuming they are a big side. “And they must be a pretty good side to get where they are. They beat Ulladulla High to reach the semis, and they beat them down there.” Farrer skipper Scott Blanch (fullback) and halves Jake Hawkins and Marcus Bower will spearhead a side where its forward pack will need to be at its best. Props Dom Horne and Jake Hinkelbein have a huge task in front of them, with backrowers Shae Collins, Brett Jarrett and Josh Dutton also needing to muscle up in close. Hooker Cameron Rodger’s dummy half play will also be a major factor as the side strives for another Uni Shield Final appearance and a chance to add to its lone Uni Shield victory. FARRER : 1 Scott Blanch (capt), 2 Ryan Pooley, 3 Jake Wheeldon, 4 Sam Jackson, 5 Dominic Bower, 6 Marcus Bower, 7 Jake Hawkins, 8 Dom Horne, 9 Cameron Rodgers, 10 Jake Hinkelbein, 11 Brett Jarrett, 12 Josh Dutton, 13 Shae Collins. Reserves - Ben Williams, Jack Shelton, Mitchell Traynor, Matt Allwood, Josh Leys, Cameron Mitchell, Kurt Resch, Andy Mack. Coaches - Steve Cavanagh, Gus Comi. |
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| Saturday 13 th September 2008 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Raiders was the cry from the grand stands as the Blue Haven supporters counted down the seconds towards an historic 34 - 24 grand final win over the Kincumber Colts at Bluetongue Stadium Gosford Sunday, August 7th, 2008. Minor premiers Kincumber Colts, had lost only one game all season, which was against the mighty Raiders in round fourteen, 28 - 20. The Colts turned the tables in the major preliminary final downing the Raiders 16 - 8. Behind on the score board at halftime 14 -12, the enthusiastic Raiders knew more effort was required in defence, and the forwards needed to lay a platform for the backs to feed from if they were going to win the grand final. The open style of play that has been a feature of the Raiders during the year was showing as Blue Haven began to dominate the second half scoring some wonderful exciting tries the propelled the Raiders to 34 -14 lead. Kincumber never gave up trying and were rewarded with two late second half tries that gave the minor premiers some hope of a comeback, but with time on their side the Raiders knew victory was in their grasp. Grand final celerbrations enter a new level when Raiders lock Ryan Howden was named by Central Coast Division President Chris Warick as the grand finals Best & Fairest player. |
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 ORANGE’S Daniel Mortimer played in the victorious Parramatta SG Ball side last year but says that will not compare to what he will come up against in the Toyota Cup finals. Mortimer was part of Parramatta’s under 18s 2007 premiership team and will now represent the Eels on Saturday in their Toyota Cup qualifying final against Penrith. It is the inaugural season of the under 20s competition and while no one knows exactly what to expect in the Toyota Cup finals, Mortimer is anticipating rugby league like he has never experienced before. But with this the first year of the national youth competition, every player is in the same position. “It was a big year last year with the pressure and that but nothing yet has matched the 20s before the semis,” Mortimer said. “Everyone is in the same boat this year so we’re just going through it together.” The Eels will face the Panthers at Brookvale Oval on Saturday ahead of the NRL qualifying final between Manly and St George Illawarra. Parramatta finished the regular season fifth and as the Toyota Cup also uses the eight-team McIntyre system in the finals, the Eels need to beat Penrith or rely on any two out of the Dragons, Bulldogs or Titans to lose to stay alive. The Panthers have had Parramatta’s measure this season coming up with two wins from two games. Mortimer has been named at five-eighth despite the return of NRL half Kris Keating, who has been included on an extended interchange bench. The Orange junior expects Keating to play either fullback or centre on Saturday, and with his return and that of hulking back Tony Williams, Mortimer thinks the Eels can make it third time lucky against the Panthers. “It’s the old battle of western Sydney, they lift to play us. They seem pretty hot and cold but they’re always hot against us,” Mortimer said. “(But) with a couple of NRL players back we might be able to get over the line.” And while the Eels are fifth favourite to win the premiership at $6 with TAB Sportsbet, they head into the finals having not lost in their last seven games. They finished the regular season with two draws and Mortimer thinks the Eels have the momentum to perform in the finals. “We’re starting to hit some good form ... we haven’t lost in seven weeks and we’re one of the form teams heading into the finals,” he said. |
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| Friday 12 th September 2008 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 FORMER NRL star Craig Field has discovered a Wagga junior rugby league player he thinks has as much natural ability and football flair as former Test and State of Origin hero Jim Dymock. In a stunning assessment, Field yesterday described Jayden McLachlan as an “unbelievable” talent with a “phenomenal” gift for scoring tries. “He (McLachlan) really is something special,” Field said yesterday. “I played a lot of juniors with Jimmy Dymock and Jayden’s so much like him. “It’s unbelievable what he (McLachlan) can do.” Field’s eye-catching comparison and glowing appraisal is all the more breathtaking as Jayden McLachlan is barely out of kindergarten. Only recently turned six years old, McLachlan has just completed a rugby league season to make any NRL player jealous – even Jim Dymock in his heyday. Dymock was a boom South Sydney junior, but burst into senior football with Western Suburbs in 1991 before expanding his colourful career with Canterbury and Parramatta. The gifted ball-player also played three times for NSW against Queensland and six Tests for Australia. Now Craig Field, who played alongside Dymock in Souths’ junior teams, has put Jayden McLachlan in exalted company. And it is easy to understand why. Displaying uncanny anticipation, speed and footwork, McLachlan went on a spectacular scoring spree for Brothers in the Group Nine Junior Rugby League southern pool competition. Sharing his time between the under six and under-seven years teams, McLachlan scored an incredible 54 tries, almost treble Brett Stewart’s tally at the top of NRL try-scoring list. Playing in his correct age division, McLachlan crossed for 41 tries, including seven in one game, in the under sixes, complementing the 13 tries he posted in the older age bracket. “He’s mad about footy,” Field said. “Just loves to play it.” One of three brothers, McLachlan is not just a try-scoring whiz, says Field. “He’s got the best tackling technique I have seen for a long time in a kid this young,” Field said. “He’s a complete package.” Look out world – the next Steve Mortimer or Peter Sterling is on the way. |
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 JUNIOR footballers of the Macleay - a lucrative opportunity awaits. The Lake Macquarie Roosters are seeking local players for teams to contest the Newcastle junior league in 2009, following the success of the Roosters under 14s in their inaugural season this year. The Roosters side was made up entirely of players from the Macleay and Hastings regions in 2008, finishing second. Three Kempsey footballers played in the side, 14 year-olds Heidi Tamblyn and Rhys Coleman and 13 year-old Timothy Ting. The side trained in Port Macquarie under coach Vic Stokes and took a bus down of a weekend to contest matches. Playing in A division the Roosters were given little chance of success in their debut season but surprised rivals with their tenacity, grit and determination to reach the play-offs. “It could have been a dismal failure, but it hasn’t,” Rhys’ dad Jason said. “We copped a lot of flack choosing to send them down there, but it’s all paid off.” Following the success of the 14s, the Roosters are hunting local players to help fill up to four teams for the 2009 competition with players aged between 13 and 16. There are also plans to eventually start up an academy on the Mid North Coast that offers basic coaching for players looking to progress to the next level. “We’re looking for anyone out there whose kids have got the drive and are looking to take their game further,” Mr Coleman said. “We want to give the players a real opportunity to be noticed, you’ve got to be in their faces all the time and the competition down there is tight, the kids have improved out of sight.” Mr Coleman said it would be great if the Roosters could field two sides in 2009 made up exclusively of players from the Hastings and the Macleay. “There’s great potential for the players to be scouted from this comp,” he said. “The teams are full of potentially good footballers and we want to attract new blood and up the ante even further.” |
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A former Dubbo junior soccer player is ready to make his name with the Brisbane Broncos in next year’s Toyota Cup. James Ackerman, 18, the son of Michael and Sonya Ackerman, has been signed by the Broncos. Naturally, his parents are delighted that their second-rower has the chance to take his rugby league to another level. “James started playing soccer in Dubbo under-7s for SASS and was coached by former NRL player Ronnie Gibbs,” Sonya said. “Then when he turned nine, James switched to rugby league playing for St John’s under Trevor Woodham and Matt Walkom. He often played above his own age group and won three grand finals with the club. “We then as a family moved to Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast when James was 11 where he continued to catch the eye of selectors and went on to make further rep teams and be a part of Mountain Creek State High School’s Rugby League School of Excellence. “This group was coached by former Family Feud host Rob Brough who is now a Channel 7 newsreader. “At the end of 2007 James was invited to join the Redcliffe Dolphins and hasn’t looked back. “It has been there where he has been noticed by the Brisbane Broncos and rewarded by selection in the under-20s squad for 2009. “We still have family and friends in Dubbo and James has former friends, team-mates and coaches whom we are sure would love to hear of his success.” Proud grand parents who will be watching the games live or on television next year are Alan and Kay McCarney from Wellington and Matt and Heather Ackerman who also live in Queensland. |
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| Thursday 11 th September 2008 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 THE Tathra Sea Eagles Rugby League club is celebrating its first premiership for 41 years. In an exciting encounter, the under 18 side proved too strong for the Bega Roosters in the grand final on Sunday to finish in front by 28 points to 16. Man of the match was the Sea Eagles’ talented prop Luke (Blocker) Cuthbert who had a huge influence on the result. The other grand finals ended dismally for the local sides with the Roosters going down to Eden in both first and reserve grades. However, although it might not feel that way now, it has to be said that to reach grand finals in all three grades was something the club should be proud of. In fact with the Sea Eagles, four sides from six in the season deciders means that the Bega district has done extremely well in the 2008 Group 16 season |
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Marsden State High School in Brisbane have one of Queenslands best school Rugby League programs where former Marsden students have excelled to win the games top awards in the Centenary Year of Rugby League, the DALEY M AWARDS. The Daley M Rookie of the Year award has been won by Marsden old boys for the past 2 years in a row now with South Sydney half back Chris Sandow winning this honour in 2008. Last year excitement machine Israel Falou won the Daley M Rookie of the Year for his out standing performance which was capped of by International honours with the Australain Kangaroos, this year Izzy has been voted Daley M 'Center of the Year' 2008 Daley M winners Chris Sandow ( Rookie of the year ), Israel Falou ( Daley M Center of the Year ) and Australian & Melbourne Storm Skipper Cameron Smith was the Daley M hooker of the year. All 3 boys are former Marsden SHS students who have benefited from the Marsden State High School's Rugby League Program. |
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| SARAH REDFERN CONTINUE UNI SHIELD SURGE SARAH REDFERN HS 52 - 10 DUBBO COLLEGE SRHS started strongly again winning the early arm-wrestle against a firing Dubbo forward pack led by in-form prop Max Ray. Sarah put the first points on the board after 15 mins thanks to a strong run by centre Moese Vaka. Another try to Vaka and winger Hayden Livermore came in quick succession thanks to some quality go forward from the Sarah forward pack, imparticularly Shuan Vaotuua and Kaino Tuatai-Iakopo gained plenty of yardage through the middle. The back row of Vincent Andrews, Molochae Nua and lock James Lealuai also had a good game with the ball, and were strong in defence. Dubbo had some chances but were unfortunatley unable to capatalise. With some good off-loads from Brodie Chapman and a very solid kicking game from the five-eighth keeping them in the game. At half time Sarah had a commanding lead at 24 - 0, with the Captain Vincent Chan Sau having a golden day with the boot. Dubbo started second half strongly with some positive performances from the outside backs, which again were unlucky not to score thanks to a good scrambling defence from Sarah Redfern. |
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 Contributed by Scotty Asimus, team manager, All Saints College, St Joseph’s Campus. Jake Grace (Forbes), Lou Goodwin (West Wyalong) and Jack Hall (Condobolin) from Red Bend Catholic College were successful in gaining selection in the NSW Country Catholic Schools team to tour Western Australia in the July school holidays. Previous tours had been conducted to New Zealand, North Queensland and Fiji and included NRL players Michael Weyman (Canberra), Brett Finch (Parramatta), Joe Williams (Canterbury) and Cory Patterson (Newcastle) along with Forbes’ Josh Miller from Canberra who next weekend will take part in the NRL semi finals. This year’s country team was one of the strongest ever. In all three games the boys displayed a lot confidence in there own and others ability. The tour was such a learning experience for the students as well as staff, not from just the games but the cultural experience as well, the visit to Fremantle prison, and the seeing around the great city of Perth. Grace (second row) Goodwin (lock) and Jack Hall (front row/second row) played a big part in all the teams wins on tour. In game 1 - Western Australia under 18’s, score 48 to 6 played at North Beach Rugby League Club. Three points to Jason Green, St Gregory’s Campbelltown; 2 points - Luke Steward, St Mary’s Maitland; 1 points - Michael Gaven, St Mary’s Maitland. Game 2 - Bronco’s Colts under 20’s. Score 38 to 14 at North Beach Rugby League Club. Three points - Damien Sironen, St John’s, Woodlawn; 2 points - Jake Grace, Red Bend Catholic College, Forbes; 1 points - Ethan McKenzie, St Mary’s Maitland. Game 3 - Knights Colts under 20’s, score 50 to 6 at The Rockingham Sharks Rugby League Club, Larkhill Sporting Complex. Three points – Lou Goodwin, Red Bend Catholic College, Forbes; 2 points – Robbie Rochow, St Mary’s Maitland; 1 points – Michael Gaven, St Mary’s Maitland. All players did extremely well and it was difficult to pick the stand out players from each of the games. Player of the Tour was awarded to Cameron Bruest, halfback from Mater Dei Catholic College, Wagga and to Jake Grace from Red Bend Catholic College, Forbes, who was named tour captain. | LeaRN MoRe AbouT NSW CCC RuGBY LeaGue | |
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| Wednesday 10 th September 2008 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
CRONULLA DISTRICT REP NOMINATIONS CLOSED
The Cronulla SG Ball & WC Harold Matthew's Cup 2009 trials ARE CLOSED. The Sharks will not be accepting any correspondence as all trials are hansomly full. The Sharks thank all intersted players and wish them well for the future. |
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FARRER 42 D CHIFLEY COLLEGE 6 FARRER High School blitzed its much bigger Sydney opponents in yesterday’s Buckley Shield semi-final and the green and golds are now off to the State final in Newcastle in two weeks. The under 14 boys will play on the big stage at EnergyAustralia Stadium after the 42-6 win over Chifley College at their Simpson Oval home and with a bit of luck the Farrer First XIII will join them in the University Shield final. Farrer led 22-nil at halftime after a commanding display and the second half was almost as convincing. “We’re always smaller than our opposition,” coach Clint Gallagher said. “We try to move the ball around and get quick play the balls and tire the opposition out. “They’re the biggest opposition we’ve ever had but all the boys played really well.” Halfback Matt Brady led the side around the park well and had plenty of handy ball-runners to choose from. Barnstorming centre Ethan Stevens scored three tries and was hard to handle all game while the front row of Kyle Mullins, Logan Harris and Ethan Gaffney were strong. “Ethan Gaffney in the front row had a good game and Kyle Mullins,” Gallagher said. “And obviously the centres – Dan Boland and Ethan Stevens – they were very good for us. “I’m happy with all the boys. “We stuck to our game plan and came away with the result.” The final is on September 23 and, although the opponent is not yet known, the green and golds stand a great chance of taking the shield for the first time in seven years. “We won it in 2001,” Gallagher said. “I don’t think we’ve made a final since.” The Farrer opens face Bass Hill in the Uni Shield semi on Friday at Farrer and, if the older boys can also win, the school will have two sides in Newcastle for the finals. “We did that back in 1996,” Gallagher said. “Unfortunately we lost.” Just getting two sides from the one school to State finals would be a huge achievement. |
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 Friday was ‘National Footy Colours Day’ organised by the Fight Cancer Foundation, which assists children with cancer. Children at Wellington Primary School displayed their favourite footy teams in support of the cause. The school too was raising money for sporting equipment, and at the same time supporting the junior rugby Cowboys team for their grand final. Gold coin donations were made but unfortunately many children forgot about the special day, so the school will hold the same event again this Friday to continue raising money.  CHECK IT OUT www.footycoloursday.com.au |
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| Tuesday 9 th September 2008 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The Canberra Raiders under-20s capped off a successful home-and-away season, with a 37-30 point win over the Bulldogs. The Raiders were presented with the Jersey Flegg trophy for the Toyota Cup minor premiership at the end of the match, but team captain Shaun Fensom said his side's main goal was to win the Toyota Cup. "It was nice to get the trophy in our hands, but we aren't done yet," Fensom said. The win means the Raiders finish the regular season five points clear at the top of the national youth competition ladder, but coach Tony Adam insists his team will this week be looking forward, and not dwelling on their achievements to date. "I thought we showed enough [against the Bulldogs], to show we are capable of winning the competition," Adam said. "But it was a very messy, very open game and it wasn't an arm wrestle really. It was not one of our better performances of the year and we need to brush up on a few areas to make sure we get the results in semi-finals football." The game was a dead-rubber for the Raiders, but they showed from the outset they had no intention of slackening off against the Bulldogs. But the Raiders first half intention did not materialise into a half time lead, as they let in two late tries to trail 24-14 at the break. The highlight of the first half for the Raiders was Drury Low's try in the 25th minute. Low received the ball in broken play on the last tackle, before producing a massive left foot step to beat four Bulldogs defenders and win a sprint to the tryline. But Low's step didn't make up for the whole team's poor first half execution and coach Adam didn't hold off at the half time break. "A bit of a chat at half time about what we expect of each other and trying to control the game a bit better helped," Adam said. "Words were said, and to their credit we came from 24-14 down and won the match." While the match was just as scrappy in the second half, the Raiders showed their attacking flair and ability to score from broken play, with four straight second half tries sealing the win. Dummy-half Travis Waddell stood-out for the Raiders, with a number of damaging runs up the middle of the ruck. Waddell, who unluckily missed out on Toyota Cup team of the year selection, drew praise from his coach after the match. "He [Waddell] played well," Adam said. "He was certainly scheming in at nine and his run/pass selection was good and he was very good around the ruck. "It was pleasing from his perspective and his defence – I thought he hit and stuck this week, where he was a little loose last week. He's certainly an important and integral part of our side." Captain Shaun Fensom will this week address his players on the toughness of semi-finals football, although a number of the team did play in the under-20s semi finals last season. The Raiders will play the Gold Coast Titans in week one of the semi-finals – a team they have already beaten twice this year. |
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Story & Photos BY : SAM DEBENHAM UNDER 18s THE Mudgee Dragons have pulled off a remarkable grand final win to snatch the Group 10 under 18s premiership and in the process complete a sensational single-season turnaround. Their 28-18 win over Orange CYMS handed the Dragons the trophy after they were sitting dead last after nine rounds of the competition. In a high-speed and entertaining match fitting of a grand final at Carrington Park, five tries and some magnificent last-line defence ensured that CYMS would leave empty-handed. Having headed into the match as favourites after finishing as minor premiers, CYMS coach Luke Morris was understandably disappointed but gracious afterwards. “Mudgee just played a lot better than us, it is simple,” he said. “You are always disappointed to lose a grand final but you can’t say much when the other team plays that well. “All our guys played well as individuals but didn’t put it together as a team.” Earlier, CYMS halfback Sandon Gibbs-O’Neil burrowed over from dummy-half in the third minute to open the scoring, with Michael Nixon adding the extras. In a preview of the remainder of the first half, Mudgee hit back almost instantly when prop Hartley Sutton steamrolled his way over as Stuart Skillen tied things up with his goal. Soon after the Dragons were at it again when their own playmaker Tim Condon went over from dummy-half himself as the Mudgee side seemed to catch CYMS almost unawares. In the very next set, though, CYMS winger Jeffery Tushuizen punted on a long ball from Mudgee and came up with the intercept before running in to level the scores at 10 apiece. It would be the last time CYMS had a sniff of the lead. In another rapid two-try passage of play, Dragons centre Tom Baddock scored a pair of simple tries from well-worked plays, the second of which involved a perfect cut-out ball from pivot Jackson McKay. Consecutive sideline conversions from Skillen and a bone-rattler from Sutton on CYMS prop James Agustin provided further highlights for the big crowd as Mudgee went to the half-time break 22-10 in front. The points dried up in the second half but not the action and both sides swapped line breaks and squandered some chances. Just as CYMS began to look the slightly better side, Dragons winger Cal Hobson pulled off the defining play of the match. Orange headed wide with some quick hands and appeared certain to score when Daniel Simmons threw what looked to be the money ball to speedster Jamie Bassman - but Hobson plucked the ball from the air and ran 90 metres to score a spectacular try and the game was as good as over. CYMS continued to press hard and were rewarded with two tries in the last 15 minutes but they could never quite get in position to win the match. Mudgee coach Mick Reynolds was elated with the result and in particular the way his side achieved it after their position halfway through the year. “We have been building up to this performance right through the semi-finals,” he said. “I think maybe we dropped off a little bit in the second half but in the end it was our scrambling defence that won us the game. “I thought Tim Condon (man of the match) was outstanding but really we didn’t have a bad player out there today.” McKay was another good contributor for the Dragons while CYMS halves Brodrick and Gibbs-O’Neil tried hard throughout the match. But the day belonged to the Dragons in one of the great recent grand final stories. MUDGEE DRAGONS 28 (Tom Baddock 2, Cal Hobson, Tim Condon, Hartley Sutton tries; Stuart Skillen 4 goals) def ORANGE CYMS 18 (Jeffery Tushuizen, Jared Brodrick, Sandon Gibbs-O’Neil, Will Ostini tries; Michael Nixon goal). |
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WILD CHOOKS OUTTA CONTROL  SUSPENSIONS totalling 11 matches were yesterday imposed on four Sydney Roosters under-20s players for their part in a wild, one-sided brawl during last Friday night's match against St George Illawarra. Ulise Fahrina, one of three Roosters sent off, was hit with a grade-two contrary conduct charge for running in to throw a punch and was also charged with kicking an opponent on the ground - an incident that left a Dragons player with a swollen face. No Dragons players were charged. |
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| Monday 8 th September 2008 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Story & Photo By :  THE Redbank Power Singleton Junior Rugby League completed one of its most successful seasons on and off the field in 2008. Grand finals in the Maitland and Newcastle Schoolboys competitions were completed late last month with Singleton adding two more premierships to the two already secured in Group 21 earlier (see match reports below). Looking back at the season that was and the highlights were no doubt the introduction of an Under 6 competition in Group 21 for the very first time, instigated by the Singleton club. Registrations for the season jumped a massive 25% from 262 to 329, made up of 20 teams playing in three different competitions. The utilisation of floodlighting at Cook Park for the first time was a hit and the makeover of the amenities building following the 2007 floods all took tremendous effort from the ‘usual suspects’ that give enormous time and energy to the sport of junior rugby league. The action doesn’t stop there though with an underground watering system set to be installed on the main field this month ready for next season. But the biggest occasion will be the Singleton Junior Rugby Leagues 30th Anniversary dinner that will be held at Club Singleton on Saturday October 18. Junior League has a history going back to 1953 when the Wanderers, Hunters, Panthers and Kiwis fought out a local competition. This was followed by the period when the sport was governed by the PCYC from 1966 to 1977. The current club was established in 1978 and remains in the same capacity today. Celebrations were intended to be a low key affair however there is strong interest to stage a dinner function and it is now gathering momentum. The highlight of the celebration will be the naming of a 30th Anniversary team made up of former pup’s who cut their teeth as a Singleton Junior before their pre-eminent rise in the game. The club would also like to hear from former players, parents, officials and supporters who have items of interest for a memorabilia exhibition on the night as well. Anyone with photo’s, pennants, articles or clothing is welcome to contribute by contacting Darren Ward on 0419 235 423. Tickets go on sale next week at Club Singleton and we hope your presence can make it a night to remember and pay tribute to the select 30th anniversary team as well as take in a bit of history of junior league in Singleton. Finally, the Redbank Power Singleton Junior Rugby League extends its best wishes to our senior counterparts in all three grades this Sunday at Resco Park, in the Group 21 Grand final. It will be massive! | LEARN MORE | |
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Story & Photo By : NATALIE HOLMES  As the only local rugby league team to reach their grand final, Wellington’s Junior Cowboys under 10s will have a cross to bear against the Warren Bulldogs this Saturday. But coach Tom Peckham says the discipline and teamwork he has taught the boys this season should get them over the line. “They have come ahead in leaps and bounds and have improved heaps in the time I’ve known them,” he said. Mr Peckham said “structured play and getting back to the basics of the game” were the keys to success on the field. “Hard training and yelling” had also been major disciplinary components in motivating the boys so far. “We’ve got them scared,” he said with a smile. “Seriously though, we have taught them the basics of the game and they’ve learned how to catch, pass and run properly.” “That’s what it’s all about.” As the boys excitedly completed their final training on Wednesday in preparation for Saturday’s big game, Mr Peckham looked over them fondly. “They are worth their weight in gold,” he said. The under 10s grand final will be played at 10am on Saturday at Apex Oval in Dubbo. PLAYER PROFILES: PAGE 6 RIGHT: Trainers Chris Toomey, Brett Berryman and coach Tom Peckham with the under 10 Cowboys preparing to face the grand final this weekend. |
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| RESULTS - EACHAM JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE GRAND FINALS – 06 SEPTEMBER 08
2008 CLUB CHAMPIONS – NOLA PEMBER MEMORIAL SHIELD – ATHERTON JRL UNDER 12'S – K J HANRAHAN SHIELD –Winner : Atherton SCORE : Atherton 20 v Mareeba Gold 18 REFEREE – Ross Crear MAN OF THE MATCH – Jamyle Choveaux – Atherton JRL Special presentation to “best & fairest” of Mareeba Gold – Brady McFarlane. UNDER 11 Eacham Representative Player of the Year – Jamyle Choveaux – Atherton JRL UNDER 12 Eacham Representative Player of the Year – Ned Blackman – Malanda JRL UNDER 12s Most Tries for the season – Ian King – Mareeba Gold UNDER 12 Most Goals for the season – Jonathon Aloia (Mareeba Gold) Brandin Tilse (Mareeba Green) and Ian King (Mareeba Gold) UNDER 14'S THE MAL THOMPSON SHIELD - Winner: Herberton SCORE : Malanda 28 v Herberton 40 REFEREE - Daniel Caamano MAN OF THE MATCH – Frankie Cook – Herberton JRL SPECIAL PRESENTATION TO “BEST & FAIREST” of Malanda – Jerry Sagigi UNDER 13 Eacham Representative Player of the Year – Nathan Curcio – Malanda UNDER 14 Eacham Representative Player of the Year – Kane Jonsson – Ravenshoe UNDER 14s Most Tries for the season – Ben Clark – Malanda UNDER 14S MOST GOALS FOR THE SEASON – SEAN KELLY - MALANDA UNDER 16'S THE COOK SHIELD - WINNER : Ravenshoe SCORE : Atherton 10 v Ravenshoe 36 REFEREE : Darryl Bell MAN OF THE MATCH : Ashley Payne – Ravenshoe JRL SPECIAL PRESENTATION TO “BEST & FAIREST” OF ATHERTON – CALEB FOSTER UNDER 15 Eacham Representative Player of the Year – Dylan Taylor – Atherton UNDER 16 Eacham Representative Player of the Year – Mervyn Walker- Mareeba UNDER 16s Most Tries for the season – Caleb Foster - Atherton UNDER 16s Most Goals for the season – Jonathon Sesar – Ravenshoe ATHERTON SENIOR ROOSTERS RUGBY LEAGUE CLUB RISING STAR AWARD – ASHLEY PAYNE (Ravenshoe JRL) Life Membership of Eacham Junior Rugby League awarded to: Mike Hayes (Chairman – Eacham JRL) Greg Rockley (President - Atherton JRL); Laurence May (former President – Herberton & District JRL); RUGBY LEAGUE CENTENARY MEDALS AWARDED TO Carol Purchase – Herberton JRL Mike Hayes – Eacham JRL Laurence May – Herberton JRL Cairns District Rugby League The Cairns Post Rugby League Gold Medal Dinner to be held at Brother Leagues Club on Friday 19 September 2008 – Eacham JRL Under 16 Gold Medal Nominees are: Mervyn Walker (Mareeba JRL), Ashley Payne (Ravenshoe JRL), Mikhal Guivarra (Atherton JRL) Caleb Foster (Atherton JRL) |
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| BRISBANE SECOND DIVISION RUGBY LEAGUE INCORPORATED XXXX PREMIERSHIP RESULTS 6 September 2008
Northside 1 Southside 1 Grand Final : Logan Brothers 46 beat Norths St Josephs 14. |
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| ST BRENDAN'S PRODUCE CLASSIC FINISH St BRENDAN'S College may not have ticked all the boxes this season, but they capped it off with a stellar performance in the Rockhampton Secondary Schools grand final last Saturday night. In front of a huge vocal crowd at Browne Park, St Brendan's held off a spirited Cathedral College outfit to claim a 26-12 victory. They steadied in the second half after trailing 12-8 at the break, after TCC burst out of the blocks to score the two opening tries of the match. In an unbelievable display of individual skill, Titans fullback Anthony Raymond scored a try in the first minute, chipping over the top and regathering twice on his way to the try line. Another try minutes later to Reece Baker saw them in front by two converted scores. But St Brendan's came back late in the half to scored two tries, both unconverted to trail by four. Coach Terry Hansen's half-time rev-up inspired St Brendan's to a second-half revival, engaging in an arm wrestle in the opening minutes before posting three late tries. "I pretty much just told them if they kept playing the same way they'd get beaten," he said. "Lyndon Law was a standout for us, he really got us going in the right direction again." It was their first big win of the season, after losing the Confraternity Shield final and bowing out of the Arrive Alive Cup with a semi-final loss. "It was a fair year, but probably not one of our better ones," Hansen said. TCC coach Steve Parle said he was proud of his side's gutsy effort. "It was a very quick game and they certainly gave Brendan's a scare in the first half," he said. |
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 NRL rookie Jordan Rapana is walking away from the final year of his contract with the Gold Coast Titans -but there is no touch of Sonny Bill Williams about this departure. Rapana, 19, has filed his paperwork to do mission work abroad, preaching the values of the Mormon church. Rather than learning the Titans' latest backline trick, Rapana will be approaching strangers in the street armed with a smile and a Bible. The flashy winger will put the final season of his Titans contract on hold for two years. But if you ask the Gold Coast flyer, who was named in the Toyota Cup team of the year, if the move represents a gamble, the answer is: "Heck no.'' Once he receives his paperwork in the post, Rapana could be headed anywhere, from Africa to Asia. "I've always wanted to do my mission ever since I was a kid, really. It's taught in our church that everybody should serve a mission,'' Rapana said. "I know it's something that I'll regret if I don't do it. "I'm just really keen and excited to get out there. "I could go overseas or get sent in Australia. I'm not sure. "I could end up in Africa or anywhere. "You go by yourself, but when you're out there you get paired up, sometimes put in fours, so you're always with somebody. "I'll be preaching at people in the street about our religion and also doing a lot of service. "And also going to church and learning more about God. "I know if I do this the Lord God is going to bless me for doing so.'' Rapana's mission represents the same kind of journey Melbourne Storm sensation Israel Folau was considering before opting to remain in the NRL. Other players who share the same religious beliefs include Sharks forward Fraser Anderson, Roosters fullback Sam Perrett and Broncos prop Ben Hannant. Anderson embarked on a two-year sabbatical from rugby league before returning with devastating effect for the Broncos and now Cronulla. But one of Rapana's older brothers, Joel, 22, who featured in the same Australian Schoolboys side as Greg Inglis in 2004, hasn't found the transition quite so smooth. He left the Titans to go on a mission to remote communities in Western Australia in 2006 before returning this year. He is now playing for Tweed Heads in the Queensland Cup. Leading player agent Sam Ayoub had a clause inserted in Rapana's contract allowing him to follow the lead of his brothers. Initially disappointed, Titans chief executive Michael Searle was sympathetic to Rapana's request. "We fully respect Jordan's decision to pursue his mission and wholeheartedly support his religious convictions,'' Searle said. Rapana, who scored a double on debut against the Roosters in round 18, has scored five tries in five appearances. The Rapana family's religious path has been fostered by father Eli Rapana, who serves as the local bishop for the Tweed Heads branch of the Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Church. |
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Story & Photo By :  Urunga Public School open boy’s rugby league team have been crowned the North Coast PSSA champions after a convincing win against Murwillumbah Public School in the preliminary quarter final of the state knockout competition. The North Coast is a vast area covering the coastal strip from the Queensland border to south of Forster which includes 228 primary schools. With this many possible opponents the achievement for the team is not to be underestimated. The 32 points to 4 win has placed Urunga into the top eight of the state with only 2 more wins to be into the play off to be state champions. Each game is an achievement for these boys, who began the year as “underdogs”, when Urunga entered a team into the competition for the first time in many years – if any! These “underdogs” have dominated each of the games so far by playing hard but fair with defence being the main strength of the team. The boys are growing in confidence and professionalism with each game. This is helped by the team Uniform gradually improving with thanks to the Urunga P&C, Wear it and other local sponsors. They have gone from borrowing jerseys and having different shorts and socks to now, looking like a team! Urunga Public School provided a bus for the team, family and supporters to travel to Murwillumbah, expenses for the school and the children’s families were reduced thanks to donations from the Ocean View Social Club and the Coffs Harbour Ex Services Club. The bus enabled the group to make the 10 hour return trip safely and comfortably and was a bonus for the team and supporters spirits. The few Urunga supporters were heard to make more noise than the mass of supporters for the home team Murwillumbah. The next match is against the North West regional champions Ross Hill Public School from Inverell. This game will be held at Bellingen Park in the coming week. Ross Hill will be a formidable opponent but the Urunga team is set to provide some strong opposition. |
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 NATIONAL Rugby League (NRL) talent scouts could do a lot worse than home in on the playing talent at Mannering Park Primary School which recently dominated rival school teams at both the NSW and Central Coast carnivals. Recently the school won the under-10, under-11 and under-12 Central Coast Primary Schools' Rugby League Championships and was runner-up (18-14) to Terrigal Primary in the under-9 division. To cap it off, the under-12 team won the NSW Primary Schools' Open title beating Berry 18-6 in the final and downing Matraville 10-6 in the grand final. Teacher Wade Vine, who holds a Level 1 rugby league coaching certificate, trains the boys after school with the help of fathers, Phil and Steve Gearside, Ian Van Deen and Jason Brown. In the state open final the boys showed their grit by coming from behind with hooker Jesse Lear scoring a try and Logan Cini successfully converting with a long kick to equal the scores at fulltime. In golden-point extra-time the Mannering Park backline swept across the field and second-rower Baydn McDougall broke clear and sent a neat cut-out pass to winger Logan Cini who scored in the corner to ensure the win. Victory gave the school the title of the best open side for a school with fewer than 330 pupils. Wade said all of the team played well with Daniel Bennett, Jack Jarrod and Leighton Coggan outstanding. Zac Brown captained the open team and the other skippers were Billy Gearside (under-9s), Kye Martin (under-10s) and Jakob Giles (under-11s). Jakob, a second-rower, was chosen in the Sydney North under-11 representative side. Another promising player who showed plenty of pluck was centre Kye Martin who played in all of the under-10, under-11 and under-12 Central Coast team wins. |
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Dubbo College Senior Campus has progressed to the semi-finals of the University Shield after trouncing Cronulla High 46 - 24 at Apex Oval yesterday. Despite many of their players still recovering from last weekend’s Group 11 under- 18s grand final, Dubbo pulled together a tidy performance against the Sydney visitors, proving lethal with the ball and unbeatable in defence. Captain Brodie Chapman opened the scoring after charging through the unorganised Cronulla defence to give his side the early lead. In total, Dubbo scored eight tries, with Marc Field’s two after coming off the bench one of the features. Hooker Jeremy ‘Squeak’ Smith was on his kicking game with five conversions while Josh Merritt booted one. Dubbo dominated the first half and led 30-16 at the break but the margin could well have been much larger had it not been for three Cronulla tries late in the piece. After coach Craig May had his say at the break, Dubbo came back hard in the second stanza, setting up speedy winger Allan Arnold in the corner to extend their lead and from then on the result was never in doubt. May said it was a solid win from a side that was short of energy because of sickness and fatigue from the weekend’s game. “It was a really hard fought win by a group of players who struggled for the most part but got the job done,” May said. “The first half particularly was fairly scrappy and there were a lot of mistakes and penalties. “Despite this we did well enough to lead 30 - 16 at halftime and got through the final session without any real dramas. “There were some good signs for us leading into the semi-final against Sarah Redfern High with Dylan Hill making a successful return from a shoulder problem. “He took the ball up and with good support from his fellow forwards set up a nice foundation for our halves Brad Spencer and Josh Merritt.” An added bonus for Dubbo this year has been the emergence of Hill, Spencer and Merritt, all of whom represented Country Rugby League under- 16s. |
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| MOSS VALE’S MAIDEN CUP WIN MOSS Vale High won their first ever Wests League Cup with a commanding 40-8 win over Bonnyrigg High at Campbelltown Stadium last week. Moss Vale dominated the division three decider and buried Bonnyrigg after leading 20-4 at halftime. Matt Thorpe bagged a hat-trick, Nathan Roche got a double and Jack Wicks, Chris Freere and Jack Mendez also scored in the 32-point hiding. Thorpe was the man of the match. Coach Matt Carlyon said his team successfully negated their opposition’s superior size. “We stuck to our game plan of working hard in defence and running the ball quickly out of dummy half,” he said. “We had a much tougher game in the semi-final against John Edmondson High, which we won 26-20 on the bell.” |
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YENDA under 16s coach Craig Hannon said his side, despite their best efforts, was outplayed by a hungrier team at Wade Park on Saturday, with Hay winning their minor semi final 22-16. In what was a see-sawing battle, both sides never gave an inch, however, Hannon also lamented several line ball calls that went against his side. Stopping short of saying they cost his team a possible grand final berth, the Yenda coach said the decisions had not helped on a few occasions. “We played pretty well, but we weren’t helped out by a few referee calls,” Hannon said. “But that’s football, and they (Hay) were a bit hungrier than we were. We had our chances but we just couldn’t make the most of them.” Going into the final 10 minutes all locked up at 16-all, the game was on a knife-edge, however one last push down field saw Hay score the crucial try that put Yenda out of the finals race. Michael Fattore provided plenty of go-forward in attack, while Blake Alpen backed up last weekend’s form with a try against Hay. Also getting across the stripe for Yenda were Chris Vaughan and William Hannon, with Kierran Williams kicking two conversions. Hannon said most of the side would be back next year, with only a handful moving on because of age restrictions. “About 15 of the side will be still in 15s next year, a few of them came straight out of under 14s and we also had a few kids that never played league before and a few came over from rugby (union) as well,” he said. |
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 WHAT IS FOOTY COLOURS DAY?Footy Colours Day is held on Friday 5th September and is the one day in September that you can fight cancer and change lives. Thousands of Australians unite and don their favourite football team's colours - AFL - NRL - Rugby Union - Soccer, to help raise money for children living with cancer. So show your true colours in your workplace, school or club and make a difference to the lives of children fighting cancer, by participating in Footy Colours Day in 2008. Wear your football teams colours, guernseys, scarf, beenies and make a donation to the Fight Cancer Foundation. While the official Footy Colours Day is Friday 5th September 2008, if this does not fit into your internal calendar of events, any day around this date can be used. CHECK IT OUT www.footycoloursday.com.au |
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Dubbo College Senior Campus will have the home ground advantage when they take on Cronulla High today in the quarter final of the University Shield at Apex Oval. Despite the majority of Dubbo's players still recovering from Saturday night's grand final, coach Craig May is confident his side can perform well. "At the moment a lot of the boys are still coming down off the high from the grand final so we need to pull ourselves together and focus if we want to come away with the win," May said. "If we can get our mental attitude right and show up ready to play then we have a better chance of winning." The Cronulla High side is expected to be a lot smaller than the Chifley College side the boys defeated two weeks ago. However the side boasts some impressive talent, with four of their players already signed with the Cronulla Sharks SG Ball competition. "Cronulla High defeated Worilla (South Coast) to progress through and I expect them to have good ball speed and pace around the ruck," May said. "If we can be on our game across the board then we will give ourselves every chance of winning," he said. Dubbo College Senior Campus captain Brodie Chapman said he will be lucky to play today's match after struggling with the flu for most of the week. Chapman said preparation for today's quarterfinal hasn't been the best, but hopes the boys can pull it together in time for the match. "We didn't have many turn up to training on Tuesday as most of the boys are still recovering from the grand final," Chapman said. "Hopefully we can pick ourselves up in time to perform well against Cronulla." Chapman has faith in his side and believes they have the ability to beat Cronulla. He said he feels quietly confident and believes his front row will take his team forward. "I think if we can control the ruck and the speed of the game, and not allow them to get a roll on early we should come away with the win," Chapman said. The match is scheduled to kick off today at 11am. As of yesterday no changes had been made to Dubbo's line up. |
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PBC CONFIDENT OF RETAINING STATE TITLE DEFENDING Queensland champions Palm Beach Currumbin are confident of retaining their title tonight when they collide with Townsville's Kirwan High School in the state final of the Arrive Alive Cup at Wynnum. Boasting the likes of Australian Schoolboys trio Jordan Rankin, Ryan James and Ronnie Alovili, PBC will be strong favourites. But assistant coach Phil Sutherland said the Coast school was bracing for a physical encounter, which will kick off at 6.30pm. "They are going to throw plenty at us and they are coming down thinking that they can do the job," said Sutherland. "They always play good, hard football." PBC are full of confidence following their commanding 22-6 victory over Gold Coast arch rivals Keebra Park last Wednesday. Last year they beat St Brendan's College Yeppoon 30-6 in the state final before falling to Patrician Brothers Blacktown 26-10 in the national semi-final. If PBC defeat Kirwan they will take on Illawarra Sports High next weekend for a spot in the national final against Matraville or Hunter Sports High. Sutherland said PBC was more settled than in previous campaigns. "The last couple of years we have played Keebra it has been a really big thing to knock them over. And while it was a big thing for us again this year, I get the impression from the boys that they know the job is not done. They are calm and far more composed." Gold Coast Titans under-20s star Rankin, who made his NRL debut for the Titans this season, is expected to be heavily targeted. Skipper Kurt Foggo, who also has Titans under-20s experience, will lead from the front of the imposing PBC pack. At least six boys in the PBC lineup represented the Titans SG Ball under-18 team this season. PBC: Matt Hundy, Dean Olzard, Sam Saville, Steven Gillett, Nathan Thompson, Jordan Rankin, Cody Walker, Ronnie Alovili, Brody Ollard, Tim James, Leon Taylor, Kurt Foggo (c), Ryan James, Chris Bloomfield, Sam Meskell, Jay Lynn, Lain Windley, Sam Ross, Cameron Te Kiri, Jarrod Shelford, Kapeth Voao. |
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Story & Photo's By :  Cronulla High School's University Shield Rugby League team is travelliing up to Dubbo today to play Dubbo College in the Semi Final of the University Plate The game will be played on the famous Apex Oval in Dubbo where the ARL unvieled an ARL Centenary Plaque a couple weeks ago as part of the Centrnary Celebrations. The Cronulla High boys should still be pretty fit as some of them have been playing in the finals of the local Cronulla Comp. Dubbo College has a star studded side with high quality players like Captain Brodie Chapman, Max Ryan & Max Ray, two forwards who like most country boys, take no prisoners & will love the opportunity to belt a few more city boys. Cronulla will be missing a couple of their better players with people like Aaron Bruce not playing, but Cronulla High have an excellent hooker in Dane Malone an experienced little whiz with the footy.. | LeaRN MoRe aBouT THe CRoNuLLa JuNioRS | |
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The CFMEU Canberra Raiders Toyota Cup team has been rewarded further for their minor premiership winning efforts, with three players named in the inaugural Toyota Cup team of the year. Captain and lock Shaun Fensom, second row forward Joel Thompson and centre Justin Carney were all named in the team, which has been made up of all the best young players involved in the first season of the Toyota Cup. Fensom said being selected in the team of the year was a great honour, and was also a great reward for a fantastic team effort by the young Raiders. “To be named in the first ever Toyota Cup team of the year is a wonderful achievement for not only us three but for the whole team,” Fensom said. “We’ve had a good year so far by winning the minor premiership and hopefully we can convert this into a grand final win in a few weeks time.” Joel Thompson said inclusion in the team was a bonus heading into the finals and after being cleared of a suspected broken jaw this week he was expecting more hard work in the weeks ahead. “It was great that we got the minor premiership following our hard work this year, and to top it off with being named second rower of the year in the Toyota Cup is pretty good as well,” Thompson said. “We have a fair way to go before the end of the year so we need to stay focused on the weeks ahead.” Justin Carney said it had been a huge year for him after getting the opportunity to play top grade footy, and despite an ankle injury was hopeful of being involved somewhere in September. “It’s great to be named in the team and I’ve really had a year to remember with making my NRL debut as well,” Carney said. “I’m not entirely sure yet if I can be back in time this year but hopefully I can get my ankle right and be there before the end.” Raiders Toyota Cup Coach Tony Adam said having three of his players in the team of the year was fantastic recognition for the Raiders, and great reward for fine seasons from the trio. “They’ve worked very hard this year, and I think with the rigors of the competition and the amount of work we’ve done we’ve managed to put together a consistent side,” Adam said. “Congratulations to the boys and it’s a small feather in the cap for these three, but we’re obviously looking at the bigger picture at the moment.” The Toyota Cup Raiders will be further honoured on Sunday afternoon at Canberra Stadium when they are presented the Jersey Flegg Cup, for securing the inaugural minor premiership. |
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CYMS front rower Max Ray was named Group 11 under-18s player of the year on Saturday, after an outstanding year with the club. At just 17 years of age, Ray still has another year in under-18s and is already proving to be one of the competition’s most dangerous players. Ray said he was over the moon about receiving the award did not expect it to come his way. “It’s quite humbling to receive the award, especially considering the talent that’s out there,” he said. He said he thoroughly enjoyed his season with CYMS and noted the efforts of coach Rod Frail and trainers Norm O’Neill and Paul Besgrove. “We had a great year and trained hard,” Ray said. “Everyone in our side got along so well which made playing football even more enjoyable.” Ray said the side was disheartened at losing Saturday night’s grand final to Macquarie, but said the boys were proud of the way they played. “We played well and put up a good fight, but unfortunately we just couldn’t come away with the win,” Ray said. Currently Ray is in Year 11 at Dubbo College Senior Campus and hopes to continue with his footy when he finishes school. “I currently have a contract with Penrith and hopefully after I have a year off once I’m finished school I can go further with my football.” |
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Macquarie juniors today are celebrating after taking the 2008 premiership from cross-town rivals Dubbo CYMS on Saturday at Apex Oval. It was a battle of guts and determination, and while the standard of football wasn’t high, the intensity on the field and in the crowd was electric. CYMS were out to make amends after losing on the hooter in last year’s grand final against Forbes, while minor premiers the Raiders were out to finish off what has been a highly successful season for the side. The wet weather wrecked havoc on the park with both sides turning a lot of ball over in the first half. The first points of the match came in the eighth minute from CYMS centre Matt Marks who fended off the Macquarie defence to score in the corner. Team-mate Damian Tegart added the extras, sending CYMS six points ahead with 20 minutes remaining in the first half. With only four minutes until the break Macquarie’s Justin Toomey crossed the line to put the first points on the board for his side. A failed conversion left CYMS in front 6-4, but with only seconds remaining on the clock CYMS gave a away a penalty right in front of the posts and Raiders captain Brodie Chapman added the extras with a penalty goal to equal the scores at half-time. The second half saw Macquarie being handed several opportunities to score points, but the wet conditions made it hard for them to hold onto the ball. CYMS inched away from the minor premiers in the 35th minute when speedy fullback Ashley Widders ran half the length of the field to put his side four points ahead 10-6 with 20 minutes remaining. The game breaker came in the final five minutes of the match and CYMS coach Rod Frail couldn’t help but think it was 2007 happening all over again. Toomey crossed for his second right under the posts and with Jeremy Smith adding the extras the Raiders took the lead by two points and only three minutes remaining in the match. CYMS fought hard, but Macquarie kept up their strong defence and held them out until the final hooter. The win was an emotional one for coach Greg Edwards, who has trained the side since last November. “Words can’t describe how I feel,” Edwards said. “We were behind then we dug in and defended hard, I am just so proud of the boys. “To give CYMS their credit they defended well and made us work hard, but my boys never put their heads down and we got home in the end.” |
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SOUTH Sydney’s Chris Sandow today celebrated winning the inaugural George Green Medal as the NRL’s Indigenous Rising Star with selection in the Indigenous squad to play at the Rugby League World Cup. Canberra Raiders coach Neil Henry will lead the Indigenous team, which will tackle New Zealand Maori in the “Welcome to Country” game as part of the Rugby League World Cup’s Opening Ceremony festivities at the Sydney Football Stadium on October 26. Queensland-bred Sandow (pictured - third from right) has been a revelation in the NRL and Toyota Cup this season, his outstanding form on the field complementing his work a sports development traineeship with South Sydney Juniors. Next year, Sandow will study community development and work in a mentoring project at Alexandria Community School as part of Souths Cares community initiative. “Indigenous players boast a proud history of achievement in Rugby League and this award recognises the achievements of the next generation of Indigenous stars in our game,” NRL Chief Executive, Mr David Gallop, said today. “Congratulations to Chris on his award and to all the nominees for their outstanding contribution to the game and to the community.” The Honourable Linda Burney, Minister for Fair Trading, Minister for Youth and Minister for Volunteering, hosted today’s George Green Medal presentation in the Members Dining Room at NSW Parliament House. The George Green Medal – named in honour of the first Indigenous player to play Rugby League – is presented to the rising Indigenous star selected from eligible players in their first year playing at either the NRL or Toyota Cup level. The Minister congratulated the NRL on an award that reflects the contribution of Indigenous people to the game, with 11% of NRL players having an Indigenous heritage. “Rugby League has been part of the social fabric of Indigenous communities across NSW and Queensland,” the Minister said. “This recognition of young achievers coming through the game will give further inspiration to the youth who aspire to emulate their heroes. “The NRL has also sent a positive message to Indigenous youth by combining this award with an educational scholarship. “It reinforces that to be successful in any field of life you need to have a sound education and the game has set new standards in its Toyota Cup by ensuring players have the opportunity to work or study.” The World Cup “Welcome to Country” game will continue the celebration of a century of Indigenous talent. Neil Henry said it was an “absolute honour” to be invited to coach the Indigenous team. “Indigenous players contribute so much to the game of Rugby League,” he said. “My task will be to ensure the players have the opportunity to display their talent and to celebrate this opportunity to represent their people. “Having worked with many of our Indigenous players, I understand how significant this event will be for them.” * The full Indigenous squad (including players announced in provisional national squads) is: Coach: Neil Henry Assistant Coach: Jeff Hardy Selectors: Arthur Beetson (Chair), Larry Corowa, Ricky Walford Media Manager: Matt Bowen Fullbacks: David Peachey (Roving Ambassador), Preston Campbell (Titans) Rhys Wesser, Jarrod Sammut (Penrith), Nathan Merritt (Souths), Amos Roberts (Roosters), Josh Hoffman (Broncos), Ben Orcher (Sharks), Marty Paulsen (Knights), Jade Williams (Central Coast) Wingers: Ty Williams, Obadiah Geia, Sam Bowie (Cowboys), Brenton Bowen, Esi Tonga, Ben Jeffries (Titans), Justin Carney (Raiders), Michael Lett, Wendell Sailor (Dragons), Jharal Yow Yeh and Reece Robinson (Broncos), Michael Bani (Manly), Travis Robinson (Sharks), Dane Nielson (Storm), Rod Jensen (UK) Centres: Greg Inglis, Will Chambers (Storm), Justin Hodges (Broncos), Beau Champion, Jamie Simpson (Souths), Willie Tonga (Cowboys), Brad Tighe (Panthers), Donald Malone (Queensland Cup), Matt Sing, Sid Domic (UK) Halves: Johnathan Thurston (Cowboys), Scott Prince (Titans), Jamie Soward (Dragons), Maurice Blair (Panthers), Chris Sandow (Souths), Joe Williams, Ben Barba (Bulldogs), Luke Walsh (Knights), Ben Jeffries (UK) Back row: Sam Thaiday, Palmer Wapau, Derricke Watkins (Broncos), Dean Widders, Yileen Gordon (Souths), Cory Patterson (Knights), Clifford Morris, Matt Mundine, Jardine Bobongie (Dragons), Joel Thompson (Raiders), Justin Smith (Cowboys), Leigh Coghill (Queensland Cup) Front Row: Carl Webb (Cowboys), Daine Laurie (Wests Tigers), George Rose (Manly), Daniel Backo (Queensland Cup), Luke Grant (Souths), Fred Briggs (Bulldogs), Peter Jensen (CRL) Hookers: PJ Marsh (Broncos), Ian Lacey (Ipswich Jets; Queensland Cup), Joel Romelo (Panthers), Travis Waddell (Raiders), Jake Friend (Roosters), Anthony Mitchell (Eels), Michael Young (Knights) |
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For a club competing in only their second year within the Central Coast Division of Junior Rugby League, the mighty Raiders have two teams battling out in grand finals. The 11'2s completed the season as Minor Premiers and will up against a solid Budgewoi Bulldogs in the grand final on Saturday,September 6th at Morrie Breen Oval, Kanwal and the 14'3s will face off against a strong Kincumber Colts on Sunday, September 7th at Bluetongue Stadium,Gosford. For more info visit www.bluehavenraiders.com.au |
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MATER Dei Catholic College’s under 14 rugby league team has advanced to the Cochrane Cup grand final after thrashing Red Bend Catholic College 26-4 in Forbes. On the back of a supreme defensive effort, Mater Dei controlled the running against Red Bend, who struggled to contain Mater Dei’s five-eighth and captain Trent Schuback. Schuback was in scintillating form, scoring three tries and continually having the Red Bend defence guessing as they struggled to keep up with the speed of Mater Dei’s play. Mater Dei coach Steve Adams was adamant it was the team’s ability to do the simple things right that led to their comfortable victory. “To beat them away from Wagga was a really good team effort,” Adams said. “We just did the little things right and we were able to come away with the win. “Our ball control was great and our kick chase was outstanding.” While Mater Dei managed to pile on the points scoring five tries to one, Adams credited the team’s defensive effort as the key to their impressive victory. “Our defence set the platform,” Adams said. “Our initial contact was strong and the line speed was quick all game. “We just played good mistake-free football with and without the ball.” |
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Story & Photo By : Glen’s Under 18s team scored a commanding 40 - 16 win over arch rivals Inverell to win their way into the grand final decider in two week’s time. The Magpies scored eight tries in their best performance of the year. In the second minute, Glen kicked ahead for flying fullback Steve Reynolds to re-gather. He was held short of the line but Nick Ehsman kicked again and the Hawks were held in their own in-goal. From the re-start, second rower Mark Mabbott stormed through the defence to score ten metres to the left of goal. Three minutes later, lock Tom McCarney charged across for a four-pointer and Glen led 10 - 0 after seven minutes. Sam Kiehne burrowed through a gap from dummy half in the 10th minute to score between the posts. Glen 16 - 0. Inverell finally got into Glen’s danger zone and centre Daniel McLennan scored a determined try in the 12th minute. Soon after, their lock Mark Lewis charged across. Glen 16 - 10. But after this slump in concentration, Ehsman got Glen back on track with a smart try in the 23rd minute. Glen 20 - 10 at half-time. After the break, Glen got back into their rhythm and it wasn’t long before impressive Micheal Adams charged across for a fine try in the corner. Ehsman added the extras with a great kick. Glen 26 - 10. Six minutes later, Joel Jackson found space and sent winger Luke Whan flying on an eighty metre sprint to the line. Jackson got his own try minutes later with a powerful burst leading to a sixty metre try. Glen 34 - 10. Inverell’s best, second rower Corey Baker then scored a superb individual try but Adams pounced on a Jake Turner chip kick to score in the final minute. Nick Ehsman was Glen’s leading light and had plenty of support from the likes of Adams, Mabbott, Sam Crossley and Ben Perkins while Jackson produced flashes of brilliance. Inverell meet Guyra next Sunday at Tingha for a place in the grand final. |
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 IN a hard-fought grand final against Gundagai at Cootamundra, it took Junee’s under 11 rugby league team close to 15 minutes to open the scoring after several opportunities were pulled down close to the line. Both sides found it difficult to establish a territorial advantage and the first try came from a cutout ball from Cameron Hands to Matt Reagan, who scored in the corner. Hands converted and minutes later Junee was in again with a brilliant split up the middle from centre Tommy Riley who scored under the posts. Tom Fitzgerald converted. With a minute remaining in the first half, Gundagai threw everything at the Junee Diesels but their defence held out for a 12-0 half-time score. The Deisels produced some devastating runs up the middle in the second half from Luke Morton and Joe McNamara to keep up the momentum. This allowed Hands to throw a dummy close to the line and score under the posts. Matt Logan converted to bring the score to 18-0. Minutes later Tommy “Bowler” Fitzgerald barged his way over to score close to the posts, AJ Adam Bradley converted to make the score 24-0. Gundagai scored a late try making it 24-4 but Junee’s great defence held up again to give it an undefeated record for the year. Junee’s best were Morton, Hands, Fitzergerald, Riley, Logan, McNamara and Adam Bradley, while Lachlan Landrigan had his usual great game at fullback. |
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Cronulla Caringbah are the Under 17 Cronulla Junior League Champions after causing an upset over minor Premiers Aquinas Holy Family Colts in the Under 17 Grand Final on Shark Park today.
GYMEA OUTLAST DE LA TO WIN U 16A GRAND FINAL The score remained 11 - 10 until the dying stages of the game, then the Engadine winger flies through the defence to dive over for a Grand Final winning try. DRAGONS BREATHE FIRE IN GRAND FINAL The Engadine Dragons fought hard to finally beat the Aquinas Colts in this years Under 19's Grand Final to win 22 - 16. DE LA SALLE 21'S WIN EXTRA TIME THRILLER De La scored in the first couple minutes of extra time after this fantastic game of rugby lrague ended with the scores locked at 12 all. With 10 minutes play each way in extra time, De La defended their lead for the next 16 or 17 minutes of fast, furious & thrilling Grand Final action to win this years Under 21's Premiership at Shark Park. LeaRN MoRe aBouT THe CRoNuLLa JuNioR LeaGue |
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Students and teachers at Mackay High have been enjoying the company of three English schoolboys who have travelled from the other side of the globe to study and play Rugby League for nine weeks. Ross Padget, Jordan Grayston and George Griffin all 16 have been attending Mackay High this term, training with the schools Academy teams and playing for local teams in the local club competition. Ross, Jordan and George are all living with the families of Academy players Matt Ahern, Clinton Hewitt and Brandon Hassan. All three boys attend Outwood Grange College in Wakefield and play Rugby League for the Stanley Rangers in the Yorkshire League. The lads arrived in Australia just in time to join a Mackay High Academy team on the Gold Coast for the Titan’s Country Challenge, eventually winning the carnival after the Mackay High Academy team moved through the competition undefeated. Ross and George are hard working back rowers and Jordan is a strong running centre that hopes to play rugby league professionally in the future. |
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SYDNEY ROOSTERS 2009 JUNIOR TRIALS PROGRAMME
DATE: Saturday 13 September 2008 (Under 16)TIME: Register by 9.00am Trials commence 9.30am VENUE: Matraville Sports High School – Anzac Parade, Chifley |
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U16 H. MATTHEWS CUP & U18 S G BALL 2008 TRIALS All 2007 local South Sydney Junior League players are invited to attend the trials saturday 15th September at Mascot Oval. |
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CANBERRA RAIDERS DISTRICT REP'S '09 TRIALS NOMINATION FORM Please indicate the trial you will be attending by ticking the corresponding box below Under 16s - Friday 19 September assemble at 5:00pm to trial at 5:30pm Under 18s - Tuesday 23 September assemble at 6:00pm to trial at 6:30pm Under 16s - Saturday 27 September assemble at 8:30am to trial at 9:00am Under 18s - Saturday 27 September assemble at 9:30am to trial at 10:30am Under 20s/Opens - Saturday 27 September assemble at 11:00am to trial at 12:00pm Players selected from the local trial, may be required to trial again on Saturday 27 September. Players participating in the CRJRL Senior Grand Finals will not be required to trial. Please note a “NO REGISTRATION, NO TRIAL POLICY” will apply. |
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