Weekend Wrap: Strong Results Across the Grades
It was a big weekend for our teams with four junior sides travelling to the Gold Coast to take on the Burleigh Bears at Burleigh Bears Juniors, while our Hostplus Cup squad made the trip to Papua New Guinea to face the PNG Hunters.
Cyril Connell Cup
Our Cyril Connell Cup side, secured a hard-fought 22–16 victory over the Bears. The match was played at a strong pace with both teams trading momentum, but our boys held their nerve late in the game to come away with an impressive win.
Harvey Norman Under 17s
The Harvey Norman Under 17s battled strongly but ultimately fell 16–8 in a competitive contest. Despite the result, the group showed plenty of effort and resilience against a tough Burleigh side.
Harvey Norman Under 19s
The Harvey Norman Under 19s delivered a dominant performance, running out convincing 32–6 winners. The team controlled the game from the outset, showing great attacking shape and defensive discipline throughout the match.
Mal Meninga Cup
In one of the most exciting games of the day, our Mal Meninga Cup boys edged out the Bears 24–22 in a thriller. The match went right down to the wire, with the team showing plenty of composure under pressure to secure the two competition points.
Hostplus Cup
Our Hostplus Cup side produced an incredible comeback against the PNG Hunters in Port Moresby. After trailing by 20 points in the first half, the team mounted a remarkable fightback, turning the momentum completely to finish with a 28–20 victory. It was a resilient performance on the road and a great reward for the group’s determination and belief.
Overall, it was a strong weekend for the club with four wins from five matches, highlighted by some outstanding performances and a memorable comeback in the Hostplus Cup.
