QRL Article by Michael Hillier

Queensland Rugby League has today announced the Queensland Under 19 women’s squad to play New South Wales at Redcliffe on July 13.

Former Queensland and Australian representative Deanna Turner will have the responsibility of guiding the young Queenslanders, who enter camp on the Sunshine Coast this Friday.

Turner will be assisted by Maia Tua-Davidson and Meg Ward, with the experienced trio nurturing the emerging talent alongside Harvey Norman Queensland Maroons coach Tahnee Norris.

This team was selected following the Harvey Norman Women’s National Championships on the Gold Coast, as well as the BMD Premiership and Harvey Norman Under 19s competitions.

The interstate clash will be played at Kayo Stadium on July 13, kicking off at 5.45pm; the Queensland Under 19 men’s game will be played after this.

Queensland Under 19 team

The BMD Wynnum Manly Seagulls have a well-earned bye coming this weekend across both Hostplus Cup and Hastings Deering Colts, however, it’s a busy run home to finish the regular season.

Finals football is certainly the aim, with both teams positioned in the top half of the ladder (Cup 3rd and Colts 5th).

Before that, a packed schedule awaits us in various locations. See below for our upcoming calendar:

• Sat 8 July vs Pride in Cairns
• Sat 15 July vs Norths in Wondai (Country Week)
• Sat 22 July Sportsman’s Lunch at Wynnum Manly Leagues Club
• Sat 29 July vs Sun Coast in Maryborough (Deadly Choices Indigenous recognition match)
• Sun 6 August vs Burleigh at BMD Kougari Oval
• Sun 13 August vs Souths at Stradbroke Island (Deadly Choices Indigenous recognition match)
• Sun 20 August vs Easts at BMD Kougari Oval (Paul Green Medal) 

For more information, you can keep up to date on our website and social channels, or contact the club at admin@wynnumseagulls.com.au

We look forward to seeing Seagulls supporters across these events on the run home.

Up The Gulls!

The BMD Wynnum Manly Seagulls are proud to announce the introduction of the Paul Green Medal in Round 22 vs Brisbane Tigers.

In collaboration with the Green family, BMD and Bartons, we’re hoping to make this a massive day at home for the last game of the regular season.

Paul was an instrumental figure in the Seagulls last great period of success, coaching the 2011 and 2012 premiership teams.

Paul also played at Brisbane (formerly Easts) Tigers before going on to make the NRL.

On Sunday 20 August at 2:10pm, our two Hostplus Cup teams will face off, with the Player of the Match awarded the Paul Green Medal.

This will be a huge day of celebration and fundraising at BMD Kougari Oval, with a Wynnum Manly vs Easts legends match to take place before the Cup kickoff.

Running in tandem with the Hastings Deering Colts game, we will host a fundraiser lunch inside the Wynnum Manly Leagues Club with the profit split between the Australian Sports Brain Bank, who focus on research into CTE, and the Seagulls Foundation. We will also have some limited one-off retro jerseys to purchase on the day.

For those that won’t be able to get to the ground, the Hostplus Cup match will be broadcast on Kayo Freebies, 9Now and QPlus.tv for free.

Keep an eye out for tickets to our Brain Bank fundraiser lunch coming soon and lock Sunday 20 August in your diary!

Sunday 20 August Gameday Details:
11:00am – Hastings Deering Colts
11:00am – Brain Bank Fundraiser Lunch
1:00pm – Wynnum Manly vs Easts Legends Game
2:10pm – Hostplus Cup Kickoff

The Wynnum Manly Seagulls and TAFE Queensland have unveiled an exciting partnership to launch the Wynnum Manly Seagulls TAFE at School Program. This initiative aims to equip senior school players with a comprehensive rugby league coaching and development education while completing their senior secondary education. The program not only prepares aspiring athletes for success on the field but also provides them with a clear pathway to employment in the sports industry.

The course gives students the opportunity to undertake a Certificate II and III in Sport Coaching, focusing specifically on rugby league. The hands-on curriculum will cover a range of topics including but not limited to; essential coaching techniques, game analysis, conditioning for sport, player development strategies, and sports management skills. By combining practical training sessions with theoretical knowledge, the program ensures students receive a well-rounded education that aligns with their sporting ambitions.

What sets the Wynnum Manly Seagulls TAFE at School Program apart is its integration into the weekly academic schedule. Students will attend sessions at the home of the Seagulls in Manly West one day a week throughout the school year, replacing a regular school day. This arrangement allows participants to fully immerse themselves in a professional sporting environment while continuing academic studies at school for the remainder of the week. Students will also undertake regular strength and conditioning, rugby league-specific training, and athlete development workshops as part of the program. Sessions are split into theory and practical hands-on delivery to advance the learning experience.

Successful completion of the program contributes up to 8 Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) credits and can contribute to the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), providing a competitive advantage for further academic pursuits.

Click here to view the TAFE QLD information video.

Wayne Weekes, CEO of the Wynnum Manly Seagulls, stated, “We are excited to collaborate with TAFE Queensland to launch this program. By providing a focused curriculum on rugby league coaching and development, we aim to nurture the talents of young local athletes and equip them with the skills required to thrive in the sports industry. This partnership aligns with our commitment to developing well-rounded individuals who can make a significant contribution to our community through the game of rugby league.”

Jesse O’Hara, Manager, Academy of Sport Partnerships at TAFE Queensland echoed this sentiment, “As Queensland’s largest training provider, we see a huge value in creating meaningful partnerships with organisations that make our communities tick. The Wynnum Manly Seagulls are a thriving hub of engagement in the Brisbane bayside community, harnessing their reach with a meaningful educational offering will open up more doors for more young people in this region.”

The Wynnum Manly Seagulls TAFE at School Program promises to be a game-changer for aspiring rugby league players in senior high school. By bridging the gap between sports passion and study, this program offers a unique opportunity for students to pursue their dreams while gaining valuable qualifications and skills.

Applications for the 2024 Wynnum Manly Seagulls TAFE at School Program open 9am Monday 17 July. To apply, visit tafeapply.com and use code TQB24SPORT. Students who will be commencing in year 10 or 11 in 2024, who have a passion for rugby league and a desire to pursue a career in the sports industry are encouraged to apply.

For more information about the program or to make an enquiry visit the TAFE Queensland Academy of Sport page.

To all our valuable stakeholders and supporters,

As many of you are aware, our Old Boy’s Day vs Redcliffe Dolphins will be this Sunday 25 June at BMD Kougari Oval.

We would love to see as many of you there with your old jerseys and supporter gear on to cheer on our Seagulls.

Our Hostplus Cup team are currently placed in 3rd and have won their last 5 matches to push for a top four finals charge, making this round very important to us with a bye coming next week. Our Colts are currently placed in 4th and have a tough match against a good Redcliffe Dolphins team.

In addition, our Platinum Partner Chemist Warehouse will host their Kick For Cash at half time of the main game, with upto $5,000 on offer.

On a more sobering note, the BMD Wynnum Manly Seagulls are seeking to assist a former player of our club, John Grieves. John, wife Amelia, and two little daughters, have recently lost their home and all their personal belongings to a devastating house fire. Fortunately for the family, everyone escaped safely. The Grieves family are facing a lengthy and emotional rebuild process to get back on their feet.

On Old Boys Day, we ask for your generosity to assist one of our own by donating to the Grieves family Go Fund Me page. You can see it here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/house-fire-victims-lose-everything

We will also have people with donation buckets moving through the venue to ask for any donations on the day. The goal is to reach $90,000 (they’re halfway there) to allow the family to place a motorhome on their block so they can rebuild their lives.

We’re looking forward to seeing you all at the game against our biggest rivals.

Up The Gulls!

Wayne Weekes

The Chemist Warehouse Kick For Cash is back in 2023!

Our Platinum Partners at Chemist Warehouse Wynnum and Tingalpa will give one lucky Seagulls supporter the chance to win upto $5000 at our next home game on Sunday 25 June vs Redcliffe Dolphins.

This promotion has run for a few years now, with Chemist Warehouse’s support of the local community evident to see. Not only will one supporter win plenty of cash, Chemist Warehouse prize packs will be available to hundreds of attendees at BMD Kougari Oval on the day.

How to win: 
Spend minimum $30 in-store at Chemist Warehouse Wynnum or Tingalpa stores
Sign up for the Kick For Cash competition at the check out desk
If selected as the winner, attend our home game vs Redcliffe Dolphins on Sunday 25 June
Kick 3 conversions in a row to walk away with $5000!

Yes, it’s that simple! See you at the Redcliffe game!

Chemist Warehouse Wynnum – 136 Edith St
Chemist Warehouse Tingalpa – 1795 Wynnum Rd

The BMD Wynnum Manly Seagulls would like to extend a big thank you to everyone that has supported our BMD Premiership Women’s team this season.

Our girls have done an incredible job, and not just on the playing field, where they made the grand final last weekend.

Off the field, our BMD Premiership team have proudly represented the club at events and public appearances, and trained professionally at every opportunity.

Head Coach Ron Troutman and Female Pathways Manager (and U19s coach) Steve Casey have done a tremendous job to recruit a talented group of players, mixed with NRLW stars and some of the best young rugby league talent in QLD.

The fact that NRLW players have been openly wanting to play at the Seagulls is a testament to the culture that has been developed at our club around the women’s program.

The team’s goal was to go one step better than last season, which they achieved. However, when the girls return in season 2024, their goal will be to win the BMD Premiership competition.

Upon reflection of the 2023 season, the BMD Wynnum Manly Seagulls would like to extend our thanks to all the players, staff, sponsors and supporters of our BMD Premiership women’s team. Your encouragement and support was felt both in person and across our communications channels, and we hope you’ll be with us again next season.

Our notable women’s program sponsors include: BMD, Wynnum Manly Leagues Club, George Hartnett Metropolitan Funerals, TFH Hire Services, Iona College, All Sports Physiotherapy, QLS Group, Moreton Island Adventures, McDonalds Bayside, Place Estate Agents, Queensland X-Ray and Joan Pease MP.

If you would like to be involved in our successful Seagulls women’s program in 2024, you can enquire here: admin@wynnumseagulls.com.au

One of Wynnum Manly’s favourite sons, Max Plath, has signed a 3-year contract with the Dolphins NRL team, effective immediately.

The Dolphins have promoted Plath to their Top 30 squad, in a exciting development for the 21 year old.

The versatile playmaker follows his Dad, 4-time Broncos Premiership winner John Plath, into an NRL system, with a great chance to make his debut in the 2023 season.

Max was a standout in the recent fixture between Redcliffe and the Seagulls in Round 4 of the Hostplus Cup, and clearly caught the eye of the Dolphins who moved to sign him.

Max debuted for the Seagulls Hostplus Cup team at Iona College, his alma mater, in 2022 and sealed the win with an outstanding try.

Since then, he has gone onto score 9 tries in 17 games, showing his versatility by filling numerous positions.

Having played for the Wynnum Juniors, Seagulls Hastings Deering Colts and Hostplus Cup teams, Max is Wynnum Manly down to his core, and we wish him all the best for the future.

We hope to see Max make his first grade debut soon, and as a club we are proud of the pathway we continue to provide for players to chase their dreams of making the NRL.

At the BMD Wynnum Manly Seagulls, we are lucky to have a great group of sponsors and supporters from the local community.

This Saturday, we will showcase our partnership with Iona College as we take our Round 3 matches to their school playing fields in a free event for the community.

Iona’s connection to the Seagulls goes further than just being a Premier Partner. Over the years, many Iona students have worn the red and green of Wynnum Manly, and we have shared common values among our organisations for decades.

As an all-boys school, Iona College are proudly a strong supporter of our Women’s program at the Seagulls. Supporters will notice the Iona name on the back of jersey’s 4, 1, 7 and 8 for both Women’s teams, to recognise the postcode of the area surrounding the school.

The commemorative jersey being worn by our Hostplus Cup team on Saturday includes the Iona College colours of black and white, and the red and green of Wynnum Manly. The words ‘Kia Kaha’ are also positioned under the number on each jersey, which is an Iona warcry that is used to encourage strength and confidence.

Iona College also has a strong Old Boys association that we will likely see at Davine Oval on Saturday afternoon. This is a great opportunity for parents to see the network and facilities on offer to students at Iona College and we welcome everyone there for this free event.

Game day details:
1pm – BMD Premiership vs Norths Devils
3pm – Hostplus Cup vs Ipswich Jets

Article found on QRL website

The RISE program is the pathway beyond community rugby league for aspiring players and coaches.

The RISE player and coach development program will provide the state with an aligned program adopted by all teams and coaches in preparation for the QRL rebel State Development Series.

The combination of increased playing opportunities and structured training programs is designed to support ongoing participation in community rugby league while preparing our male and female players for future pathway opportunities.

Critically, RISE and the rebel State Development Series are addressing the challenge of talent identification in a physical contact sport.

The content of the program and increased access is aligned to evidence that recommends avoiding the selection of small groups of players during early teenage years. Often player selection is biased towards players who physically mature ahead of other participants of the same age.

Program outline

Participants between the ages of 13 and 15 – male and female – will complete five face-to-face training sessions focusing on four key development areas.

The four key development areas

• Prepare to Play Program: Evidence-based activities that aim to develop key physical competencies to increase athletic performance and reduce the risk of injury
• Technical and tactical skills: Improving players attacking and defensive skills using age, gender, and development stage appropriate activities
• Physical Development Program: Introduction to the foundations of strength and conditioning whilst developing player fundamental movement patterns
• Life Fit Program, in partnership with Griffith University: Completion of a series of online modules and training activities that help them develop the socio-emotional skills to tackle life’s challenges

The program offers a level of accreditation respective of age that is also recognised nationally and enables participants to ‘give back to the game’ in support of younger grass root playing groups:

• Bronze – Under 13 Boys and Under 13 Girls – Foundation 1 Referee
• Silver – Under 14 Boys and Under 14 Girls – LeagueSafe
• Gold – Under 15 Boys and Under 15, Under 16 Girls – Community Coach

Cost

Program costs will differ across locations depending on sponsorship, association, and club support.