Wallabies 16 drew Colts 16

Colts: Very close game great defence by Jaylan Simpson. Very strong running by Braydon Turner. Good game all round by Kelsey Pollard, Zachary Pollard, Jay and Charlie McAllister. The Eagle Boys or McDonald’s award recipient was awarded to Charlie McAllister. Try scorers were Jaylan Simpson (three) Braydon Turner and Zackary Pollard both got one.

Wallabies: Welcome to Jayden for his first game. He tried very hard with his tackling. Blake made some fantastic runs again this week showing great skills to score in the corner. Brody improved his running to make good ground for the team. Bill’s running and passing was terrific. Ky was at his bullocking best scoring a few tries and making try-saving tackles. The Eagle Boys or McDonald’s Award Recipient was awarded to Blake Williams.

Kangaroos 24 defeated Bears 12

Kangaroos: Ky Thompson and Joshua Pokoney tackled brilliantly. Kaleb Taylor, Jack Gilbert and Haydon Mullins all had terrific runs, with Jayden Davis getting really involved in his first game. Joshua Pokoney was awarded the Eagle Boys or McDonald’s award. Try scorers Josh (two) Jack (three) and Hayden one.

Bears: All of the boys played well, Jayden Beaton tackled well. Djahn Newton ran the ball well. All-round good game. Jayden Beaton was awarded the Eagle Boys or McDonald’s award. Josh Dominello scored two tries.

Under 8s

Wombats 32 defeated Kangaroos 14

Wombats: A new look Wombats outfit played a great game of footy despite the loss of a few strong players to even up the competition a little. Samuel Fraser went hunting for the ball finding space out wide and scoring the Wombats’ first try. Samuel’s good form continued all game as he kept the Kangaroos from the Wombats try-line with help of his team-mates. Joe Clarke scored two good tries and was keen to run the ball with determination. He also soundly converted Samuel Fraser’s try. Joel Beaton was strong in both attack and defence. He scored two great tries in the second half and left his mark on the Kangaroos in defence. Billy “The Kid” Eldridge showed some smarts to find a gap out wide on the Kangaroos’ try-line to get his first try of the season. Nathan Collett made some ground-breaking runs for the Wombats, bringing the Wombats into safe territory. Davis Lynch, who is new to the game was happy to run the ball and make some good tackles. Keep up the good work David. Matt “workhorse” Wilkinson just would not stop tackling and making his characteristic probing runs. Big thanks to the Kangaroos. Keep tackling “Thomo”. The Eagle Boys or McDonald’s award was awarded to Owen Munro. Try scorers were Joseph Clarke (two), Joel Beaton (two), Samuel Fraser and Billy Eldridge both with one.

Kangaroos: The game was fast and tough with big tackles and runs. Jack Thompson was a standout again with great support from the two Ethans, Josh, Angus and Alex. Brodie organised well and will make a good halfback. Noah ran hard with at least two try-saving tackles.

Crocodiles 22 defeated Colts 20

Crocodiles: Wow! What a difference a week makes. The Crocodiles started off playing touch footy, finding themselves well behind early. After a quick rev-up, the real Crocodiles stood up. Tyron “Benji” Black, Brody “Kimmorley” McPhee and Riley “Hindmarsh” Flannery all tackled their hearts out and were inspirations to there team-mates. Ben “Hayne” Statham, Jack “Stewart” Tarrant, Cameron Roberts and Joe “SBW” Waters were stars with their elusive and dynamic running. Billy “Fitzgibbon” Hunt and Bradley “Sutton” Cave ran the ball up strongly for only their second match. Tom “Hodgson” Thuaux and Jack “Marshall” Cook displayed improving tackling skills for their second career match. Special thanks to Jacob Nash for helping our team out this week, scoring two tries. Tyrone scored one with Brody scoring two and kicking his attempt at goal. Well done boys. Riley Flannery was awarded the Eagle Boys or McDonald’s award. Try scorers were Jacob Nash (two) Brody McPhee (two) and Tyrone Black with one.

Colts: Great game from all the Colts this week and welcome to our new players, you did great. Tristan and Aiden ran the ball up well while Tai and Jacob tackled hard. Jaylan and Arthur both had fantastic games. Arthur Simpson was awarded the Eagle Boys or McDonald’s Award. Try scorers were Jake Schneiders and Jaylan Simpson both with two.

Under 10s

Wallabies 18 defeated Colts 10

Wallabies: Fantastic game by the Wallabies. All boys played extremely well, running with plenty of enthusiasm and tackling with great gusto. Caiden Brennan was a powerhouse up front making plenty of yards while his front row counterpart Tom Cummins was bruising in defence. Ricky Nobes was outstanding at halfback scoring two slick tries. Kobe Murray was everywhere and the Riggio brothers playing their usual strong games. Jai Doolan was voted player of the match with a great all-round game. Huge improvement from Mark Williams, Ian Simpson and Nathan Scroggsy. There will be no training this Friday due to the Group carnival. Rick Nobes, Caiden Brennan and Michael Riggio all scored tries.

Colts: Toby Apps scored his first try in league from dummy half as planned. Jess Murray also scored. Everyone played well tackling like demons and running well, Hayden Cassidy tackled well all day. Harry Waters made some long runs and was punishing in defence. Well done Colts.

Bears 28 defeated Kangaroos 14

Bears: Some great individual performances from the Bears. Damon McKinney was the stand out scoring four tries. Nathan Stead had his best game scoring a try and tackling strongly. Troy Kennewell was involved in everything, passing well and scored a great try. We had a full team, with five reserves, so with a few good training runs we should be able to work as a team more. Damon McKinney was awarded the Eagle Boys or McDonald’s award. Try scorers were Damon (four) Troy and Nathan both with one.

Kangaroos: A great game by the Kangaroos, fantastic tackles and defence by Jack G, Cooper, Michael, Dylan and Matt. Cooper busted through for a try, converted by Michael. Jack G did some darting and weaving to score another two tries. Great runs by David, Tom, Matt, Michael and Dylan. Congratulations to Anthony for some good team-working tackles. Cover defence was great from the fullback Reece. Michael Gay was awarded the Eagle Boys or McDonald’s award. Jack Grant scored two tries and Cooper Tarrant scored one.

Under 12s

Wallabies 28 defeated Colts 4

Wallabies: All boys played well for there first win. Andrew made good ground up the middle and Kuyan and Luke were dangerous in the backs. Tye and Regan went well as did Phillip and Joe. Well done for a good team win. Kuyan Pitt was awarded the Eagle Boys or McDonald’s award. Try scorers were Kuyan Pitt (three) Luke Chalker (two) and Phillip Braithwaite (one).

Colts: Codie, Toby, Jacob were standouts. Bradley and Sam also played well and tackled excellent. All players played well improvement is needed in defence. The Eagle Boys or McDonald’s award was awarded to Codie Berroya. Tyrone Eastwood scored the only try.

Bears 50 defeated Kangaroos 14

Bears: Bears put together a great game against an under-strength Kangaroos side. The teamwork shown by the boys under the guidance of Ben Wilkinson was great. Too hard to pick out any one player as all the boys put in a great effort. Congratulations to Jake Browne for scoring his first ever try in football. The Eagle Boys or McDonald’s award was awarded to Ben Wilkinson.

Kangaroos: The Roos were outclassed by a white-hot Bears outfit. The were few signs of a contest in a one-sided affair. The Roos were bashed from pillar to post for most of the game apart from the 10 minutes after half-time when the Roos proved to themselves they could put points on with equal possession. I said last week this team will be there when the whips are cracking, I just didn’t think I’d have to produce it this week at training. The Eagle Boys or McDonald’s award was awarded to Daniel Jeffries.

Under 14s

Bears 4 drew Kangaroos 4

Bears: The Bears started scrappy this first game but with the experience of Josh Van Dartel and Aiden Craig they pulled it together for a 4-all draw scored by Josh Van Dartel.

Kangaroos: Karl Taylor and Zac Noble ran the ball up strongly whilst Joe Dunlop had some good touches. Ben Healy was very strong in defence and had a good all round game.

Wallabies 18 defeated Kangaroos 0

Wallabies: A very even game for the first 10-15 minutes with the Wallabies defending well. The Wallabies then opened up with a good try to Matt. Good runs from Mitchell and Tom. A great intercept try by Blake with a goal from Jyedn. Jyedn scored a good try under the posts and a final try in the corner from Mitchell. A great, fast game from the Wallabies. Matt Newham, Blake Steal, Jyedn Murray and Mitchell Scott all scored tries.

Kangaroos: This game was closer than the score indicated with all the Kangaroos trying hard. Zac Noble was again strong in attack with Curtis Hughes having a good all-round game.

Wallabies 14 defeated Bears 8

Wallabies were a bit flat from the previous game and let the Bears in for an early try. They then started to attack and Jackson scored a strong try from good work by Jyedn. Tom scored a great try under the posts and a goal to Michael. Good defence from Lachlan James, Mitchell and Dylan Sutherland made great runs. Final try by Jyedn with a terrific try. The Eagle Boys or McDonald’s award was awarded to Mitchell. Jackson McPhee, Tom Sharkey and Jyedn Murray scored tries.

Bears: This was a great game of football the boys pulled together and played better all over the park. Isaac Beaton scored a brilliant individual try. As well as Josh Van Dartel darting over for a sneaky try.

The boys went down graciously. Josh Van Dartel scored two tries and Isaac Beaton got one.

No junior league this Saturday

There will be no junior league this Saturday due to the Group carnivals.

Under 11s coach Ken McLean is asking his players and parents to meet him at River Park at 8am on Saturday before they depart to their carnival.