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Panthers junior reps results round 1

The Panthers opened their 2025 Junior Reps campaign with all four grades facing Cronulla at HE Laybutt Sporting Complex, Blacktown on Saturday.

The Panthers female sides kicked off the season in style with wins in the Lisa Fiaola Cup and Tarsha Gale Cup, while the Harold Matthews Cup and SG Ball Cup teams showed plenty of positive signs in defeat.

Round 2 of the Junior Reps season will see the female sides face Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs, with the male teams tackling the Warriors.

SG Ball Cup

Panthers 18 – 26 Sharks

The Panthers were chased down by the Sharks in a 26-18 season-opening defeat.

The Panthers found themselves on the attack from the outset, and took the early opportunity with both hands.

The Panthers staged a perfect backline play, as fullback Jack Attard found winger Harry Wald with a cut-out pass to open the scoring.

Halfback Cooper Black cut through Cronulla’s defence with a show-and-go in his own half, before putting a chip-and-chase over the Sharks fullback. He came close to completing a stunning try, but a poor bounce forced him to settle for a dropout.

Sustained pressure eventually paid off for the Panthers, as prop Hokafonu Lemoto crashed over and muscled his way to the try line. Jack Attard’s conversion made it a 10-0 lead after 18 minutes.

A kick-off error put the Panthers straight back on the attack, and they continued to convert chances into points.

Hunter Bell scored the Panthers third try, skipping through the Sharks defence with speed and skill on the left edge.

Harry Wald appeared to have scored a spectacular second try when he soared onto Jhett Sydir’s kick out wide, but a cruel knock-on ruling denied him.

It proved a big moment for the Sharks, who moved the ball upfield and scored an important try for a flattering 14-6 scoreline at the break.

The Sharks took another bite out of the Panthers lead early in the second half, their second try narrowing the margin to two points.

Just as the Sharks returned to attacking territory and set their sights on the lead, Panthers centre Tua Patea took a crucial intercept and sprinted 90 metres to the try line.

However the visitors bounced back again, scoring another two tries to hit a 24-18 with 10 minutes remaining.

The Panthers pushed for late points to snatch a result, but it was not to be as a penalty goal sealed the deal for Cronulla.

FULL-TIME: Panthers 18 – 26 Sharks

Harold Matthews Cup

Panthers 16 – 30 Sharks

A positive start was not enough for the Panthers as they suffered a 30-16 loss to the Sharks in Round 1.

The Panthers got off to a flying start, forcing an error from the kick-off and scoring with their first possession.

Cruz Death darted out of dummy half on the last tackle of a perfectly executed attacking set, and punished the Sharks defence with the opening try.

Halfback Owen Knowles added the conversion for an early 6-0 lead.

After completing their first defensive assignment of the day, the Panthers went back on the attack and scored their second.

The crafty Cruz Death delivered out of dummy half again, as his pinpoint service sent prop Talmage Brown over the stripe. Another Knowles conversion made it a 12-point lead in as many minutes.

The Sharks recovered from their slow start, finishing the first half strongly with back-to-back tries to level the scores at halftime.

Picking up where they left off, the Sharks returned from half-time with enthusiasm.

The visitors capitalised on some sluggish Panthers play, bagging another pair of tries to hit a 24-12 lead.

Leo-Stipe Latu took matters into his own hands to keep the Panthers in the contest, surging through six defenders and scoring a powerful try.

However, the Sharks eventually put the game to bed with a fortunate try in the latter stages.

FULL-TIME: Panthers 16 – 30 Sharks

Tarsha Gale Cup

Panthers 18 – 10 Sharks

The Panthers defied the odds in an unlikely 18-10 comeback victory over Cronulla in Round 1.

Madison Wilson was the difference with a heroic hat-trick in the final 15 minutes, after a trailing Panthers side seemed down and out for much of the second half.

Cronulla dominated and led for much of the second half, before Wilson’s three late tries snatched an unlikely win.

After a cagey start to the match, the Panthers right edge rolled up the sleeves to put their team on the front foot.

When the Sharks made a threatening line break out wide, Panthers centre Samantha Hanrahan crunched Cronulla’s runaway winger over the sideline.

The Panthers took possession, and some crafty second-phase play and ball movement paved the way for second-rower Jennifer Tuilagi to storm to the try line.

The Sharks responded shortly before half-time, locking up the scores at 4-4.

The Panthers had their backs to the wall for much of the second half, with momentum favouring Cronulla comfortably.

Shortly after the break, the Sharks took a 10-4 lead through fullback Kirrawahn Duckett.

The visitors were well placed to finish the job, dominating possession and field position for extended periods.

That was, until Panthers winger Madison Wilson tipped the game on its head.

The Panthers took full advantage of a rare attacking opportunity with 15 minutes to play by spreading the ball wide, where Wilson touched down and reduced the deficit to two points.

After conceding possession from the kick-off, the Panthers were forced to soak up more Sharks pressure.

From a scrum inside their own red zone, the Panthers boldly shifted the ball to the wing.

Wilson took possession, burst outside her opposite number, and dashed 90 metres untouched to snatch the lead.

The Panthers had work to do with 10 minutes remaining, but kept their composure and held Cronulla at arm’s length.

In the final play of the day, the Panthers put the icing on the cake. Fittingly, Madison Wilson completed her hat-trick to seal an outstanding comeback win for the Panthers.

FULL-TIME: Panthers 18 – 10 Sharks

Lisa Fiaola Cup

Panthers 26 – 10 Sharks 

The Panthers kicked off the 2025 season in tremendous style, dominating the Sharks in a 26-10 triumph.

A physical performance saw the Panthers come away with a six-tries-to-two victory, with Tia-Jane Golding, Anita Ropati and Kayla Horvat standing out.

The Panthers showed their class early on, as an outstanding cut-out pass by captain Tia-Jane Golding sent winger Kiah Taotofi over for the opening try.

Momentum turned in Cronulla’s favour, but the Panthers impressive last-ditch defence kept the visitors at bay.

Kayla Horvat, Betsey Fifita and Isabella Ferguson led the Panthers out of danger and back up the field, where Kyla Pasene showed her strength to score a big try. Isabella Ferguson added the conversion to put the Panthers ahead 10-0 22 minutes.

The Panthers found themselves back on the attack within minutes, and landed another blow on the stroke of halftime.

Tia-Jane Golding placed a clever kick over the top of the Sharks compressed defensive line, and Violet Hiku pounced to hand the Panthers a 14-0 half-time lead.

The Panthers hit the ground running in the second half, with Anita Ropati scoring a quickfire double to open the floodgates.

The boom centre slammed the ball down from a backline play in the first minute of the half, before scoring the try of the day moments later.

Shifting the football left from a midfield scrum, five-eighth Patricia Heihei unleashed Ropati with a great short pass. Ropati exploded into the backfield and dashed away to make it 22-0.

As the second half unfolded, the Panthers flexed their defensive muscles. The Sharks were shut down by the Panthers physicality on several occasions, with big tackles from Vasaliva Feleti, Violet Hiku and Kyla Pasene.

Cronulla eventually pulled one back through Tahli Weigand, but the Panthers were already out of reach.

Vasaliva Feleti put an exclamation point on the impressive outing, bulldozing through the defence for a barnstorming sixth Panthers try.

Although the Sharks snagged a late consolation try, a crunching tackle by Violet Hiku in the closing stages brought the crowd to its feet and typified a dominant Panthers display.

FULL-TIME: Panthers 26 – 10 Sharks

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Author : Jacob Tyson Panthers Junior Reporter

Panthers junior reps round 7 wrap

The Panthers hosted the Sharks in three grades at St Marys on Saturday.

Lisa Fiaola Cup
Sharks 30 def. Panthers 14

Penrith Panthers Lisa Fioala Cup team (Photo – Steve Montgomery)

An injury plagued Lisa Fiaola Panthers side played host to the Sharks at St Marys on Saturday morning, valiant in a 30-14 defeat.

The right edge for the Panthers was on fire with Naioka Tuipulotu and Tyler-Eve Mair putting in great performances, but the Sharks were too strong, winning the game through the middle of the field.

The Panthers got off to a strong start in this contest, when in the fourth minute, Naioka Tuipolotu took it herself to crash over close to the line.

It came off the back of a strong start from the Panthers, forcing a Sharks error and marching into their redzone. Conversion unsuccessful, 4-0.

The Sharks didn’t take long to hit back, plenty of ball movement seeing them break down the Panthers edges multiple times, before Felila Fakalelu crashed over for the Sharks first. Conversion successful, 4-6.

Fakalelu had her second just three minutes later, crashing over from close range despite a valiant effort from the Panthers defence. Conversion successful, 4-12.

Fakalelu nearly had a third, ten minutes later, when she looked to barge over, this time met by Aaliyah Womal and Meekah Viiga who were brave in holding her up over the line.

The Panthers looked to get back into it with some hard running through the middle marching them upfield. They forced an error from the Sharks inside their half and looked to have a chance at scoring, but an error handed the Sharks the ball just two plays later.

Isabella McDonald, who had a strong start for the Sharks, was rewarded with a four-pointer, crashing over from hooker through a loose ruck, extending the lead. Conversion successful, 4-18.

HALF TIME 4-18

The Panthers started the second half in similar fashion to the first, once again going down their right edge, with Tuipolotu this time shifting it along to Tyler-Eve Mair who went through.

She still had the fullback to beat, and turned her inside out to find the line and score a brilliant try. Conversion unsuccessful, 8-18.

Felila Fakalelu wouldn’t be denied of a third, when the Sharks front rower barged over the Panthers defence, securing a powerful hattrick. Conversion unsuccessful, 8-22.

In the 38th minute, The Tuipolotu and Mair connection had the crowd on their feet once again, when a brilliantly run line from Mair saw her into open space off the Tuipolotu cutout.

This time Sharks fullback Milla Caine was able to bring her down, ten metres short of the line.

Fakalelu had a fourth, 5 minutes later when she punched through a gap in the defence, and was impossible to stop. Conversion unsuccessful, 8-26.

Fatafehi-Marie Mahe scored a brilliant try to get the Panthers back into the game, stepping through defenders before hitting clear air and scoring. Conversion successful, 14-26.

In the 51st minute, Sharks crashed over in what looked like a final blow, but it was called back because of a forward pass, giving the Panthers nine minutes to chase the two try deficit.

The Sharks defence held the Panthers out, when they were given a full set of six inside Sharks ten metre line, but couldn’t convert.

A high tackle penalty got the Sharks out of trouble, and they capitalised later their set with Milla Caine putting the icing on the cake. Conversion unsuccessful, 14-30.

FULL TIME 14-30

Tarsha Gale Cup
Sharks 48 def. Panthers 4

Penrith Panthers Tarsha Gale Cup team (Photo – Steve Montgomery)

Tough day at the office for the Tarsha Gale Panthers, who succumbed to a dominant Sharks side, 48-4 at St Marys stadium on Saturday afternoon.

The Panthers defence was tested early, gifting the Sharks a set of six inside their half, following an error and a penalty. Sharks front rower Koreti Leilua looked to barge over, but an amazing defensive effort from Zharia Hukui kept them out.

Just two minutes later another huge defensive effort was required, this time when Sharks halfback Olivia Herman poked her head through the line, just for Panthers fullback Jalice Brown to get under the ball and hold her up.

The pressure didn’t let up, the Panthers unable to get out of their own ten, kicking on last to Tia-Jordyn Vasilovski, who beat two defenders on her return, before finding clear air, running down the touchline to score in the corner. Conversion unsuccessful, 0-4.

Just two minutes later, Vasilovski had a second, pushing up in support from a Takapautolo line break with no defenders to beat, scoring untouched. Conversion successful, 0-10.

The Sharks onslaught continued, Marnie Isemonger finding Koolee Harbour for a line break, going close before Summer Jitoko and Mesha Fretton came up with a try saver.

They didn’t hold out for long after that though, with Koreti Leilua getting over the line from a crash ball just two plays later. Conversion unsuccessful, 0-14.

Two Sharks middles combined in the next set for another try, Faith Vili putting Stephanie Faulkner through with a short ball thirty metres out.

Sophie Faulkner bursting into the clear before getting around Jalice Brown to score. Conversion unsuccessful, 0-18.

Herman put Takapautolo through a gap on the right edge to keep the scoring going, the Sharks backrower exploding into clear air and running over the Panthers fullback to score. Conversion successful, 0-24.

Montana McLean hit back for the Panthers in the 23rd minute, rolling out of a tackle and reaching out to score from close range.

Conversion unsuccessful, 4-24

HALF TIME 4-24

The Panthers defence had to dig deep to start the second half. The Sharks had a full set on their line, coming close on multiple plays but the defence just managed to hold out.

Marnie Isemonger got halfway through but lost it just short of the line to give the Panthers some relief.

Starting just two minutes later, the Panthers but in another big defensive shift, holding out the Sharks who were building pressure with every set.

An error once again got the Panthers out of trouble, after an opening ten minutes to the half which saw them camped in their own end.

The pressure eventually ended with points, Koreti Leilua bursting straight through the middle before finding Vasilovski in support who got to the line. Conversion successful, 4-30.

Stephanie Faulkner bagged her second in similar fashion to the first, going through this time from a drop play off Olivia Herman, and then beating the fullback to score.

Conversion successful, 4-36.

Koreti Leilua continued her dominant performance in the 53rd minute, getting the Sharks to fourty with a huge run from the 30 metre line. She got to the outside of the Panthers fullback and scored, extending an already large Sharks lead. Conversion successful, 4-42.

Arianna Ruwoldt scored a try for the highlights reel to end the game, taking a kick return and burning the Panthers chasers down the sideline, going the full 100. Conversion successful, 4-48.

FULL TIME 4-48

SG BALL
Sharks 28 def. Panthers 22

Penrith Panthers SG Ball Cup team (Photo – Steve Montgomery)

The Panthers have suffered defeat to the Sharks despite holding a healthy lead at half-time.

Penrith opened the scoring for this one early, Jett Cleary supplying a brilliant grubber kick in behind, which was recovered and athletically put down by Tua Patea. Conversion successful, 6-0.

Cleary had his hands on another try, when he threw it inside for Jack Attard, deceiving the defence with Attard powering over the top of the Sharks fullback to score.

Conversion unsuccessful, 10-0

Jett Clearys kicking game had the Sharks in huge trouble throughout the opening half, with Jack Attard, Tua Patea and Hokafonu Lemoto the other standouts in the opening part of the game.

Jack Attard took a remarkable catch and returned it to break through the Sharks chasers, before tipping on for Cleary who nearly got to the line, but a courageous effort from the Sharks fullback stopped him five metres short.

The Panthers built relentless pressure, with the next ten minutes being spent inside the Sharks half. Points didn’t come but the territory battle was being dominated by Penrith.

Cleary’s kicking game continued to sound alarms for the Sharks back five, a huge bomb in attacking territory spilt by the Sharks fullback gave Penrith a golden opportunity.

They capitalised that set, with Cameron Robertson tipping on to Tua Patea who stepped back inside and beat a defender to score.

Conversion successful, 16-0.

Just before the halftime break Jett Cleary hobbled off the field with an ankle injury, a huge blow to the Panthers who were rolling along off the back of his kicking game.

HALF TIME 16-0

William Herbert and Liam Perram both came up with some huge one on one stops early in the second half, when the Panthers were asked to defend their line following an early error.

It looked like they had battled through two repeat sets to hold the Sharks out, but a Riley Pollard kick was contested by Nikora Williams on the Panthers line landing for Adrian Sandy who scored. Conversion successful, 16-6.

In the very next set, Bryce Sait’s fifth tackle play gave the Sharks another four pointer, when he put a kick in which richocheted off a Panthers defender.

Bryce Sait recovered and found Kurt Montgomery who had an easy 2-on-1 to put Gray over in the corner.

Conversion unsuccessful, 16-10.

The Panthers ruck loosened up and Sharks marched 100 metres yet again to score.

Riley Pollard and Bryce Sait picked them apart before they found Pharell Gray with a cutout ball and a try in the corner, having to beat a handful of Panthers defenders. Conversion successful, 16-16.

Hokafonu Lemoto and Jensen Tuaoi came back onto the field and their impact was immediate, with back to back huge runs that gave the Panthers their first set in Sharks territory of the second half.

A good kick had the Sharks trapped in their corner, but a cheap penalty got them out.

Sharks rolled through the middle of a tired Penrith ruck.

On fifth tackle they went from dummy half looking dangerous but Jensen Tuaoi came up with a huge play at the arm to force the ball out, before making the tackle on the Sharks player who recovered the ball.

Tuaoi came up with another huge play in the next set, darting from hooker to pierce the Sharks line and pick up a cheap 20 metres, Penrith continued to roll along off the back of that.

Tua Patea breaking the left edge apart, before passing to Hotere-Papalii who drew the fullback in before finding Cameron Robertson in support play to score. Conversion successful, 22-16.

The Sharks hit back straight away, a right edge shift going from Sait to Williams and then a 2 on 1 found Whalebone open in the corner. Conversion successful 22-22.

A Bryce Sait kick in the next set gave the Sharks their first lead of the game, Nikora Williams scooping up a favourable bounce to score in the corner with just four minutes left to play. Conversion successful, 22-28.

FULL TIME 22-28

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Raiders junior reps round Six Wrap

The Raiders recorded a win in all three junior rep grades over the weekend, defeating the Panthers in a triple header at Raiders Belconnen.

Harold Matthews Cup

Raiders 34 – 28 Panthers

The Raiders HM Cup side held on to defeat the Panthers 34-28 in a grandstand finish at Raiders Belconnen on Saturday.

The Raiders jumped out to a strong lead, scoring four tries to one and led 24-6 at halftime.

Penrith responded after the break with four tries of their own to eventually level the match heading into the final seven minutes.

Raiders half Troy Cowling looked to attempt a field goal before linking up with his centre Preston Smallwood, who beat two defenders to put Kruger Roache over for the match winner.

SG Ball Cup

Raiders 44 – 4 Panthers

Play by Play

The Raiders SG Ball Cup side bagged their largest win of the season, defeating the Panthers 44-4 in round six.

It was all one-way traffic in the opening 35 minutes, the Raiders piling on four tries to lead 26-nil at the break.

Five-eighth Ethan Alaia was a standout again, as the local junior bagged a pair of tries in the side’s big win.

Canberra fullback Braydon Darmody also had a perfect day with the boot, converting eight from eight goal attempts.

The Raiders will now shift their focus to a tough away trip to Pukekohe, New Zealand to take on the Warriors this Sunday.

Tarsha Gale Cup

Raiders 32 – 8 Panthers

Play by Play

The Raiders TG Cup side also recorded their biggest win of the season, rounding out a great day for the club with a 32-8 victory over the Panthers.

Raiders’ fullback Lara Cosgrove was a standout, crossing for the first three Canberra tries and set-up the side for a big win.

Elise Simpson also crossed for a double, increasing her tally for the season to five tries in just as many games.

Saturday’s big victory keeps the Raiders in touch with the top six, now turning their attention to a tenth-placed Eels side this weekend.

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25 Panthers junior reps to watch in 2024 Harold Matthews, Tarsha Gale and SG Ball Cup

Looking to be the next generation to hit the highs of the current Penrith Panthers, these are the young guns kitting up in Panthers colours in 2024. Check out 25 Panthers junior reps to watch.

Penrith Panthers junior reps to watch in 2024.

It’s a good time to be an up-and-coming rugby league player in Penrith right now.

Three top-flight premierships in a row is a fete that doesn’t come around very often, and no doubt the Panthers will be keen to keep the good times rolling by bolstering their stocks for years to come.

The Panthers have released their pre-Christmas junior rep squad lists for 2024 which are bursting with talents you might’ve heard of, but most who you haven’t yet.

We’ve picked out 25 names across Harold Matthews, Tarsha Gale and SG Ball Cups that we’re excited to see in Panthers colours in 2024.

Kye Raven (SG Ball)

Kye Raven passes to Heinz Lemoto in the Harold Matthews Cup. Picture: Sean Teuma/NewsLocal

A talented ball-playing lock who notched five tries for the Panthers in the Harold Matthews Cup last season, further awarded the side’s MVP that season.

Playing club footy for Brothers Penrith, Raven also played for the NSWCCC team in 2023.

Cohen Benson (SG Ball)

25 Panthers junior reps to watch Cohen Benson playing for the Wagga Brothers under-16s team in the 2022. Photo: Tahlia Crane Photography.

Moving north after playing with the Riverina Bulls in the 2023 Laurie Daley Cup is young half Benson.

From Wagga Wagga, he’s not the biggest player but he packs a punch with his ability, with terrific passing ability and game management skills.

David Afu (SG Ball)

A devastating centre who has come right up through the Penrith ranks and is entering his second year of SG Ball.

Strength, foot speed and physicality, he’s got it all.

Check out the above video of him in the 2020 Andrew Johns Cup. Now imagine him with three more years of rep footy under his belt.

Harry Wald (SG Ball)

A try-hungry back, Wald has been a regular tryline visitor across the Andrew Johns and Laurie Daley Cups with the Western Rams, as well as Harold Matthews with the Panthers.

Standing taller than most, Wald frequents on the wing but can also play centre or fullback, with blitzing pace and a terrific kicking ability as well.

He picked up a hat-trick in Harold Matthews last year against Parramatta.

Hokafonu Lemoto (SG Ball)

Hokafonu Lemoto representing Patrician Brothers in 2022. Picture: Toby Zerna

A mobile prop who gets his team moving forward.

Playing club footy with Minchinbury under-17s, he scored twice in the Harold Matthews Cup last year and has rep experience with NSWCCC.

Jack Attard (SG Ball)

Jack Attard. Picture: Richard Dobson

A speedy and crafty hooker who has come through the ranks at the Panthers.

Had a solid campaign for St Dominic’s in the Peter Mulholland Cup, as well as at club level with Colyton where he scored nine tries.

Riley Barglik (SG Ball)

A versatile back who makes the move from the Bears to the Panthers.

In his junior rep career he’s been lining up mostly in wing or fullback, but for St Mary’s at club level he operates out of halfback.

One thing that seems to remain a constant though is tries, having crossed for 11 in under-19s this season with St Mary’s.

Tully Howell (SG Ball)

A bit of Preston Campbell about this kid. Not the biggest, but very elusive and agile from either halfback or fullback and possessing a great skill set.

Donning the headgear as well, he’s looked the business for the Western Rams in Andrew Johns and Laurie Daley Cups, so it will be interesting to see if he can thrive in SG Ball footy.

Alexander and Cornelius Pupualii (Harold Matthews)

Twins Alexander Pupualii (far left) and Cornelius Pupualii (far right) representing Patrician Brothers in 2021. Picture: Jonathan Ng

This is an exciting duo.

The wrecking-ball twin brothers from Western Sydney are a couple to keep an eye on when on the same pitch.

Alexander is a big prop forward who takes some mean hit-ups. Cornelius is damaging from either centre or edge backrow.

Taj Jelacic (Harold Matthews)

Playing his club footy out of Emu Plains, the halfback crossed for a league-high 12 tries this season.

He lines up for the Panthers in Harold Matthews alongside club teammate and five-eighth Asa Visesio, so it will be interesting to see if this is the halves combo.

Carter Saua (Harold Matthews)

A damaging outside edge player, whether it be in the backrow or from centre.

Scored six tries for St Marys under-16s this season including one in the grand final.

He’s also represented Hills Sports High in the Peter Mullholland Cup, notably scoring five tries in a friendly match back in 2022 against Farrer.

Charbel Kheirallah (Harold Matthews)

Charbel Kheirallah, pictured here playing for Patrician Brother Blacktown Picture : Steve Montgomery

25 Penrith Panthers junior reps to watch in 2024.

Returning for his second stint of Harold Matthews Cup footy is Kheirallah.

Last season he made most of his appearances off the bench, managing to cross for three tries still, but no doubt he’ll be looking to nail down a starting role in the front row.

He was a City under-16s representative in 2023.

Heinz Lemoto (Harold Matthews)

Penrith Panthers junior reps to watch in 2024. Heinz Lemoto playing for Patrician Brother CC in the Schoolboy Cup at Shark Park Picture Steve Montgomery

A very talented young second rower who made a name for himself when he was selected and scored a hat-trick in the City under-16s representative side earlier this year.

This is his second year of Harold Matthews Cup footy and the Minchinbury junior should play a pivotal role in the starting line-up this season.

Marcellus Iakopo (Harold Matthews)

Marcellus Iakopo bursting through to score for Patrician Brothers. Photo: Steve Montgomery

Another returning for a second year of Harold Matthews Cup footy after finding the line twice in his debut season.

At club level for St Clair under-16s, the centre crossed for nine tries this season and was a grand final winner.

Has a rugby background as well, having represented the NSW Waratahs in the under-16s.

Nathanial Tolu (Harold Matthews)

Nathaniel Tolu playing for Samoa in the Pacifica Youth Rugby Cup. Picture: Julian Andrews

Will be looking to hold down the hooker role in his second year of Harold Matthews Cup footy.

Has a rugby union background, having represented NSW Samoa at the 2022 Pacifica Youth Rugby Cup.

On the league path, he’s playing club footy for Cambridge Park where he scored six tries this season.

Roman Tuaimau (Harold Matthews)

Nathaniel Tolu playing for Samoa in the Pacifica Youth Rugby Cup. Picture: Julian Andrews

Grew up playing soccer but eventually grew into a footy body where his future definitely lies.

The Patrician Brothers College gun made the Australian Schoolboys under-15 team in 2022 off the back of his NSWCCC performances.

Playing his club footy for Minchinbury, he’s a real handful from the second row.

Bethany To’o (Tarsha Gale)

Moving up the ranks to Tarsha Gale is the younger sister of NRL superstar winger Brian To’o.

With the try scoring prowess of her brother, she blitzed the Lisa Fiaola Cup last season with four tries in the opening match, earning her City under-17 honours.

Danielle Manuel (Tarsha Gale)

Has been playing her club footy for St Clair at hooker this year, but formerly played in the outside backs.

She found the tryline four times this season for club.

Julie Notise (Tarsha Gale)

Julie Notise, pictured playing for St Marys. Picture: St Marys Rugby League

The rampaging centre was the top try scorer in the Penrith under-17 girls this year with a massive 22 for St Marys. Incredibly, this was her first season of footy.

She scored two in a victorious grand final and will look to carry her try threat into Tarsha Gale this year.

Ellyssa Myers (Tarsha Gale)

Ellyssa Myers (left), alongside Emu Plains club teammates Anita Saito and Matilda Vella. Picture: Emu Plains

Moving up through the ranks from Lisa Fiaola to Tarsha Gale is young Myers.

Playing in fullback or in the halves, she crossed for four tries this season for Emu Plains and is valuable on the pitch with her kicking game and good footy brain.

Micayla Bourne (Tarsha Gale)

Minchinbury teammates set to play together in Panthers colours. (L-R) Micayla Bourne, Shelbi Szabo and Lakishar Whata-Fepuleai. Pictures: Mrs P Photography

A talented backrower / lock forward who had a terrific season for Minchinbury under-17s this season, in her first year back in the game for four years due to tennis commitments.

Crossing for six tries for her club, she’s rising the ranks from Lisa Fiaola in 2023 to a Tarsha Gale berth next year.

Minchinbury teammates set to play together in Panthers colours. (L-R) Micayla Bourne, Shelbi Szabo and Lakishar Whata-Fepuleai. Pictures: Mrs P Photography

Shelbi Szabo (Tarsha Gale)

A major threat for Minchinbury this season, crossing for 10 tries from hooker.

Not the biggest player ever, but Szabo doesn’t shy away from big challenges. She’s smart with the ball, both in finding opportunities for herself and creating for her teammates.

Lakishar Whata-Fepuleai (Tarsha Gale)

Speaking of try threats, this gun utility forward notched 13 tries for Minchinbury under-17s this season, a team-high.

A quiet achiever, she can do the damage from the backrow or from prop, no doubt set to make an impact in Panthers colours in Tarsha Gale.

Mackenzie Doust (Tarsha Gale)

Returning for her second season of Tarsha Gale is centre Doust, hoping to add to her one try from last season.

Her athletics background means she can play and compete anywhere across the backline.

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Harold Matthews

Alexander Pupualii, Asa Visesio, Boston Lauvao, Caleb Wright, Cameron Bamblett, Carter Saua, Cedric Peti Tafola, Charbel Kheirallah, Christian Taupau-Moors, Christopher Petrus, Coby Raven, Cooper Flood, Cornelius Pupualii, Cruze-Zinzan Culshaw-Luke, Hayden Gill, Heinz Lemoto, Hunter Bell, Isaiah Wynbergen Titoko, Jahziah Palmer-Vaivao, Jayden Carter, Jhett Sydir, Jodeci Vahaakolo-Fifita, Joser Pomale, Josiah Toleafoa, Kees Muller, Kingston Siracusa, Lachlan Wraight, Leo-Stipe Latu, Liam Powderly, Marcellus Iakopo, Nathanial Tolu, Preston Talamaivao, Roman Tuaimau, Samuel Kopp, Senetanari Sene-Lefao Seu, Siloama Tutavake, Steven Whalan, Taj Jelacic, Talmage Brown, Tanner Crook, Tevita Havili, Tyrone Moeroa, Tyrone Campbell, Zackary Fitzgerald, Zane Farr-McKay, Zhaoquin-Pani Tupulua

SG Ball

Alema Seualuga, Brandon Kopp, Cameron Robertson, Cohen Benson, Cooper Hale, Danny Johnstone, David Afu, Ej Vaoliko Savesi, George Mapuilesua, Harrison Bull, Harry Wald, Hayden Brown, Henri Young, Hokafonu Lemoto, Jack Attard, Jack Tierney, Jackson McBain, James Fernando, Jayden Schokman, Joshua Gavan, Josiah Vahaakolo-Fifita, Julius Pula, Karlos Kavapalu, Kobi Walsh, Kye Raven, Liam Perram, Marcus Patiole-Johnson, Marika Korovou, Mitchell Hayes, Mitchell Heather, Ollie Seu, Ramese Samuelu-Lesa, Rererangi Tutavake, Riley Allen, Riley Barglik, Samuel Sherlock, Semisi Faasisila, Thomas Vanegas, Tua Patea, Tully Howell, Tyson Kunkel, Viliami Moata’Ane, Vonughzell Leota

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Panthers announces 2023 Junior Representative award winners

Harold Matthews Cup Player of the Year – Casey McLean and Jaxen Edgar with NSWRL CEO David Trodden (Photo : Panthers Media)

Penrith Panthers was pleased to announce the junior representative award winners at the club’s presentation event on Tuesday night.

Panthers recognised the efforts of all who contributed to the club’s Junior Representative program, across the Harold Matthews, SG Ball and Tarsha Gale Cup competitions.

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Emerging Talent Award – Riley Pollard
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Emerging Talent Award – Montana McLean and Jaida Staben
MVP Award – Yasmine Baker
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Panthers Junior Reps Results Round 8

Brilliant SG Ball Panthers crush Parramatta Eels

The SG Ball Panthers put on a clinic to beat the Parramatta Eels 42-14 at New Era Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

The win sees the Panthers leapfrog the Eels to secure second place on the ladder, an important confidence boost ahead of the finals.

Captain Luke Hanson was massive in both attack and defence, often making multiple tackles in a row from marker while also getting an assist and a try of his own.

Hanson opened the scoring in the 3rd minute when he sold a fabulous dummy to slice through the defensive line. Conversion by Riley Pollard successful, 0-6.

The Eels hit back in the 5th minute, when they span the ball out to the left-hand side, allowing winger Devonte Vaivela to dive over in the corner. Kick by Ethan Sanders ricocheted off the upright, 4-6.

The Panthers would extend their lead in the 12th minute when a deft grubber close to the line from hooker Moustafa Dirani found Hudson Brown who finished the try off nicely.

Conversion successful, 4-12.

The home team put themselves back in the game in the 19th minute when an attacking bomb found grass, bouncing awkwardly and landing in the hands of centre Richard Penisini who scored the try.

Conversion successful 10-12.

The Panthers would reclaim their 8-point lead in the 23rd minute, as Luke Hanson took the ball deep into the line on the last play before dribbling a beautiful kick in behind the defence for Hotere-Papalii to pounce on.

Conversion successful, 10-18.

The Panthers found themselves on the backfoot for the rest of the first half.

However, fantastic communication and some crunching defence meant they were able to deny the Eels a number of times.

The Eels would be the first to score in the second half, a nice shift to the right put winger Tuvaka Palu over in the 41st minute.

Centre Jirah Liddiard help put his team further in front, making a remarkable leap for a bomb, before miraculously offloading the ball for Jenson Tuaoi to go over untouched. Conversion successful, 14-24

A drop ball by Parramatta in the 52nd minute was picked up by David Afu, who showed tremendous pace to race away 30 metres and put the Panthers up by four more points. Conversion successful, 14-30.

The Panthers would opt to take a penalty from right in front of the goalposts in the 55th minute, giving themselves three converted tries worth of breathing room.

Adding insult to injury, the away team crossed once again in the 60th minute, this time fullback Timothy Sielaff-Burns dove over in the righthand corner to give the Eels a mountain to climb in order to win the game.

Conversion successful, 14-38.

Liddiard showed off his aerial skills once again in the 63rd minute, leaping to take a well-weighted crosskick and planting the ball down for his second try involvement of the day.

Pollards only unsuccessful kick for the afternoon, 14-42.

Panthers record thrilling Harold Matthews victory

A 90m intercept try in the dying minutes by Harry Wald has helped the Penrith Panthers get out of jail in the Harold Matthews Cup, beating the Parramatta Eels 22-16 at New Era Stadium.

The Panthers had led 16-4 until an error-riddled second half allowed the Eels to draw level, only for Wald, who finished with a personal tally of 18 points from three tries and three goals, to snatch the win.

It didn’t take long for the Panthers to strike at the start of the game, with Tuaomaliemavaitoelau Patea backing up some skilful offloads to score in the left-hand corner in the third minute.

Wald added the extras to take a 6-0 lead.

An error coming out of trouble presented the Eels with an opportunity to hit back and they did just that through Dominic Farrugia to cut the Panthers lead to 6-4.

The Panthers continued to pressure the Eels defence, coming close to scoring on a couple of occasions in the middle of the half.

Continued pressure on the Parramatta line finally paid off for the Panthers, with a shift to the right sending Harry Wald in to score.

They backed it up five minutes later in similar fashion, with another good shift to Wald resulting in a try in the corner. The winger converted his own try, giving the Panthers a 16-4 lead they took to half time.

The Eels hit back early in the second half, crossing near the posts despite the best efforts of the Panthers defence, cutting the margin back to 16-10.

Repeated errors set in for the Panthers in the second half, however their strong defence kept their lead intact.

A professional foul by Jordan Uta saw the Eels reduced to 12 with 11 minutes remaining, however the Panthers lost Joseph Partch to the sin bin two minutes later.

The Panthers brave defence was finally cracked with six minutes remaining as Zaidas Muagututia crossed from dummy-half, with Farrugia converting from alongside the posts to draw level at 16-all.

Once again defending their own line, the Panthers looked almost certain to crack again, before Wald intercepted and raced 90m to take back the lead with two minutes to go.

He again converted his own try, pushing the lead to 22-16.

Parramatta had only final attacking play on the siren, however the Panthers defence held firm, taking out the thrilling victory.

-Lachlan Jeffery

Tarsha Gale Panthers’ win streak ends

The Penrith Panthers four-game unbeaten run in the Tarsha Gale Cup has been ended by the Parramatta Eels, falling 24-6 at New Era Stadium.

It was an error-riddled performance by the Panthers who now must beat the North Sydney Bears in the final round to remain in finals contention.

The Panthers got off to the perfect start, scoring with their first use of the ball when Yasmine Baker dummied and sliced through the defence in the 3rd minute. Jaida Staben converted to give them a 6-0 advantage.

The good attacking start was matched by their defence, with Marley Cardwell coming up with several big hits in the middle, while their goal line defence came up with some incredible trysavers.

Repeated errors eventually proved too much for the Panthers defence to handle, with Hayley Bell scoring for the Eels in the 23rd minute.

The Panthers left-side defence was breached again in the final seconds of the half, with Lindsay Tui crossing in the corner. Alysha Bell converted both tries from out wide, giving the Eels a 12-6 lead at the break.

An inability to find touch following a penalty was compounded by further errors by the Panthers,

The Eels again made them pay, racing around the Panthers right-edge defence, scoring through Caitlin Peadon to take the score to 18-6.

Another unforced error by the Panthers put them under more pressure and they were punished on their right again, this time by Alysha Bell, who converted her own try from out wide.

Baker came agonisingly close to keeping the Panthers in the contest, held up over the line.

She followed that up with a desperate try-saver in the following set, keeping the score at 24-6, where it remained at full time.

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Panthers Junior Reps Round 5 wrap

The Panthers’ Harold Mathews and Tarsha Gale sides recorded impressive wins in Round 5, however the SG Ball team suffered their first loss of the season.

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Penrith Panthers have claimed their second victory of the Tarsha Gale Cup season, beating the Wests Tigers 22-10 in a nailbiter at BlueBet Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

The Panthers went close to scoring twice in the opening quarter hour, however they were denied both times due to Tigers players stripping the ball.

Panthers captain Yasmine Baker came up with a trysaver of her own in the 7th minute, producing a perfect cover tackle as the Tigers raced down the sideline.

The Panthers continued to attack

The Panthers continued to attack, with back-to-back sets on the Tigers line finally resulting in a try to Taya Lazare after a kick was dabbed behind the defence.

Five minutes later they were in again as Jemimah Tagaloamatua produced an offload to send Baker in out wide. Jaida Staben landed the difficult conversion to make the score 10-0.

An error by the Tigers gave the Panthers a perfect opportunity to score in the dying seconds of the first half, with Tagaloamatua crashing over out wide. Staben added the extras after the siren to take a 16-0 lead to half time.

The Panthers got off to a bad start to the second half, making an error with their first use of the ball to give the Tigers attacking field position.

From the next set, Taytana Pati Ah-Cheung sliced through to reduce the margin to 16-6.

The Tigers scored again in the 40th minute when Imogen Lowe buried her way over the line out wide.

The conversion attempt by Imogen Hope hit the upright, leaving the Panthers a converted try ahead.

They looked like adding a third try five minutes later, only for Mackenzie Doust to come up with a trysaver out wide.

Repeated mistakes gave the Tigers more chances to draw level, however the Penrith defence turned them away at every attempt.

The Panthers were finally able to put some pressure of their own on, with Bella McEachern scoring the match-sealer with two minutes to play.

Staben added the goal to take the final margin to 22-10.

Harold Matthews Panthers thump Magpies to enter top four

The Panthers were clinical in both defence and attack as they beat the Western Suburbs Magpies 22-4 to cement a position in the top four.

There was not much to split the two teams, however the Panthers were better able to ice their opportunities and shut down the Magpies attack through good line speed and physicality in defence.

Lock Kye Raven was instrumental in the victory, his tough running game complimented nicely by his silky passing ability.

Centre Casey Mclean was explosive with the ball, often bending the defensive line with his runs to give the Panthers momentum in attack.

The home team opened the scoring in the 5th minute when a beautiful offload from second rower Heinz Lemoto allowed Jack Attard to dive over untouched.

Conversion successful, 6-0.

In the 6th minute, fullback Jaxen Edgar continued his fine form this season when he executed a beautiful in and away move to get past his man and put centre Cameron Bamblett over in the corner.

Conversion slightly wayward, 10-0.

The Magpies replied to the early onslaught with a good left side shift in the 9th minute.

Centre Heamasi Makasini found some space and fended off a defender to score the away team’s first try of the morning. Conversion unsuccessful, 10-4

HALF TIME: 10-4

The Panthers extended their lead in the 38th minute when the ball went through the hands to Jacob Kelly, who sprinted down the left wing for 40 metres before turning it back inside to Casey Mclean.

Kelly then added the extras with a beautiful sideline conversion, 16-4.

In the 41st minute, lock Kye Raven used his strength and power to steamroll the defensive line, dragging multiple defenders with him in an incredible solo effort to score underneath the posts.

Conversion successful, 22-4.

The game would develop into a tense arm wrestle, with both teams having chances to put points on the board but neither able finish off the job thanks to some outstanding defensive efforts.

The Panthers held a comfortable lead for the rest of the game, with the boost in point differential seeing them enter the top four for the first time this season.

FULL TIME: 22-4

SG Ball Panthers suffer first loss in tight match

The Panthers went down to the Western Suburbs Magpies 26-22, the match was a seesawing affair until a late try stole it for the away team.

The loss means the Panthers drop down the ladder but remain in the top eight thanks to their unbeaten start to the season.

The Magpies opened the scoring when Jordan Miller steamed onto the ball in the 3rd minute, the barnstorming prop using his size to crash over for the first try of the game.

Conversion by Zakauri Clarke successful, 0-6.

The away team extended their lead in the 7th minute when Lachlan Galvin stepped off his right foot and sliced through the line to score.

Conversion successful, 0-12.

The Panthers would then hit back in the 22nd minute when Tana Papu thundered onto a short ball and barged his way over to put the ball down on the white line.

Conversion successful, 6-12.

In the 30th minute, Luke Hanson showcased his creative flair, providing a sublime ball to Hudson Brown who ran 10 metres and scored the try without a hand laid on him.

Although the conversion was unsuccessful, the Panthers would go into the sheds with all the momentum.

HALF TIME: 10-12

The home team would hit the front for the first time in the 43rd minute when Wilson De Courcey showed outstanding pace to sprint around the Magpies defence and down the righthand wing.

He ran for 40 metres before executing a perfectly weighted chip kick back infield which Riley Pollard pounced on to score under the posts.

Conversion successful, 16-12.

The away team would fire back in the 48th minute when fullback Heath Mason burst down the wing and beat a couple of tired defenders to score the Magpies third try of the afternoon.

Sideline conversion unsuccessful, 16-16.

In the 53rd minute, centre William Craig broke the line and ran 40 metres before beating the fullback.

But a fantastic cover tackle by Billy Phillips stopped what looked to be a certain try.

Two plays later, the Magpies took advantage of the scattered defensive line, shifting the ball all the way to the right to allow Zakauri Clarke to score in the corner.

Conversion unsuccessful, 16-20.

In the 62nd minute, Jenson Tuaoi showed great deception from dummy half to give Luron Patea a slight opening.

The prop turned a half chance into four points, burrowing under the defence to put the Panthers back in front. Conversion successful, 22-20.

Unable to hold on to their lead, the Magpies would hit the front for a final time in the 66th minute when their hooker scooted out from dummy half and muscled his way over the line. Conversion successful, 22-26.

Despite suffering their first defeat, the SG Ball Panthers remain near the top of the ladder because of their fantastic start to the season.

FULL TIME: 22-26

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2023 Panthers Junior Representative squads

Penrith Panthers has confirmed its squads for the 2023 Harold Matthews Cup, SG Ball Cup and Tarsha Gale Cup competitions, as well as the Emerging Panthers.

The new season kicks-off on Sunday with all three grades facing Illawarra Steelers at WIN Stadium, Wollongong.

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Ahmani Leilua, Bayden Moran, Billy Phillips, Billy Thompson, Cooper Ferrari, David Afu, Del Wigmore, Ethan Hutchings, Frances Manulelua, Hudson Brown, Jack Ewer, Jakeb Vailalo, Jenson Tuaoi, Jett Cleary, Jirah Liddiard, Judah Galuvao, Karlos Kavapalu, Luke Hanson, Luron Patea, Moustafa Dirani, Nick Murphy, Poutoua Papalii, Riley Pollard, Semisi Faasisila, Siotame Hansen, Tana Papu, Timothy Sielaff-Burns, Wilson De Courcey, Yehya Ayache

Coach: Scott Thompson

HAROLD MATTHEWS CUP

Cameron Bamblett, Casey McLean, Charbel Kheirallah, Cooper Hale, Danny Johnstone, Harrison Bull, Heinz Lemoto, Hokafonu Lemoto, Hunter Bell, Jack Attard, Jackson Mcbain, Jacob Kelly, Jaxen Edgar, Jayden Carter, Jhett Sydir, Joseph Partch, Kenneth King, Kye Raven, Latrell Toby-Smith, Marcellus Iakopo,
Massimo Maestrale, Nathaniel Tolu, Ollie Seu, Riley Allan, Roman Tuaimau, Tanner Crook, Tua Patea, Tyson Kunkel
Coach: Kyle Churchill

TARSHA GALE CUP

Bella McEachern, Charlotte Gray, Cherish Tseros, Christine Sims, Clarissa Alderton, Georgia Cole, Harmony Siafolau, Ila Fuimaono, Jaida Staben, Jemimah Tagaloamatua, Kirby Maslin, Mackenzie Doust, Marley Cardwell, Molly Mamo, Montana Clifford, Montanna McLean, Natalie Vaka, Piper Spackman, Summer Jitoko, Sylvana Siitia, Taliyah Vaalele, Taya Lazare, Taylor Keppie, Yasmine Baker, Zharia Hukui
Coach: Darren Baker

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Alexander Pupualii, Asa Visesio, Boston Lauvao, Caleb Wright, Cedric Peti, Christian Taupau-Moors, Christopher Petrus, Coby Raven, Cornelius Pupualii, Cruz Luke-Culshaw, Dean Partch, Isaiah Wynbergen-Titoko, Joser Pomale, Kingston Siracusa, Kordell Pritchard, Lachlan Wraight, Leo-Stipe Latu, Lino BJ Tamaseu, Senetenari Sene-Lefaoseu, Talmage Brown, Tyrone Moeroa, Zhaoquin Tupulua
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Panthers launches historic Women’s Competition

Penrith Panthers and Panthers Juniors are proud to announce the launch of the Panthers Rugby League Women’s (PRLW) competition ahead of the 2023 season.

This historic new under-20s competition will provide local female players (aged 18, 19 and 20 in 2023) the opportunity to participate in a competitive program before progressing to open-aged and professional competitions.

Aligned with the club’s built-from-within philosophy, Panthers will develop local talent to provide female players with a pathway into the club’s proposed inclusion in the NRLW competition.

The first-of-its-kind competition, coordinated by Panthers Pathways in conjunction with Panthers Juniors, will run parallel to the junior rugby league competition – from April to August.

PRLW will comprise of 15 rounds and finals, with matches to be played on weekends in the Penrith district.

Prior to the commencement of the season, all players will train for an eight-week block. At the conclusion of the training period, teams will be formed to create an equal and competitive competition.

Players will compete in a Panthers-inspired jersey, with each team playing in a different colour variation.

All players will receive Panthers training and playing apparel, and have the opportunity to be involved in the Panthers Pathways system – which includes training, wellbeing and education.

“The launch of the Panthers Rugby League Women’s competition is an exciting step for the female pathways program at the club,” Panthers Rugby League CEO Matt Cameron said.

This new historic competition

“This new historic competition demonstrates the belief in where the club is headed within the women’s game.

“With a build-from-within model, Panthers will develop local talent to make the club well prepared and competitive for the future inclusion in the NRLW competition.”

Registrations open on 1 December 2022. Participants will need to complete the PRLW Player Information Cognito Form, as well as register through player’s junior league club.

Click here for PRLW Player Information Sheet and Form (this form must be completed for registration)

After completion of the above form, register through your junior rugby league club.

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Panthers snatch Golden Point win to claim Jersey Flegg Cup

The Penrith Panthers have snatched a thrilling 19-18 Golden Point victory in today’s Jersey Flegg Cup Grand Final at CommBank Stadium.

Trailing by two converted tries in the final 10 minutes of regular time, the Panthers sensationally levelled the scores before claiming the Premiership after more than 80 minutes of play.

Panthers captain Hophepa Puru, who was named Player of the Match, said it simply came down to the attitude of the mountain men when asked how they had managed to turn things around after their 22-16 defeat against the Knights in the Qualifying Final.

“It’s not gonna be fun playing finals footy,” Puru said.

“It’s a very gritty game, so we dug deep and got the rewards.

“We stuck in well, held well, we didn’t start the way we wanted to, but we stayed in there and got the treats at the end.”

The early exchanges were end-to-end with both sides coming up short of tries in opposite corners of the field – Penrith stepping on the sideline then Newcastle being driven into touch.

But the Panthers gathered momentum in the ensuing set to find themselves back on the attack.

In the 12th minute Penrith broke the deadlock, after the Knights failed to clean-up a last-tackle kick in the in-goal area before winger Daeon Amituanai dived onto the ball to score.

Five-eighth Niwhai Puru converted for the 6-0 lead.

At that point Newcastle were looking for a moment of brilliance to get back into the contest, and a short time later it was captain Thomas Cant who provided it for the Knights.

From the middle of the park the back-rower threw a dummy to bust through the first line of defence and dummied again for a try down the left channel.

He converted his own four-pointer to even the ledger.

There was plenty of feeling in the match for the rest of the first half with the two teams making solid contact in defence.

A few more point-scoring opportunities also came about through several half-breaks and second-phase play.

The scoreboard remained 6-all at the main break.

Newcastle Knights Jersey Flegg Cup Grand Final team photo (Photo : Steve Montgomery)

Coming out of the sheds it was anyone’s guess which side would hit the lead if the first half was any indication.

Yet in very similar fashion to their try in the opening half, the Novocastrians found themselves in front for the first time in the match at the 47-minute mark.

Around the halfway line, Cant burst into space and found ever-present fullback Fletcher Sharpe in support, who strolled beneath the posts to score.

Cant had no problems adding the extras for a 12-6 advantage.

Penrith had to be next team to score and while they had their chances, they were unable to convert them.

The first ended with the Panthers being held up over the line after a break, while second resulted in a knock-on in the act of scoring.

The Knights withstood the attacking flurry from their opposition, however, powered back upfield to within 10 metres of the try-line.

Then in the 58th minutes five-eighth Kurt Donohugh took on the defence for a try of his own.

With six minutes to go and facing a 12-point deficit, the Panthers pegged one back after Mavrik Geyer charged onto crash ball for a four-pointer beside the upright.

Puru slotted the extra two points to bring the margin back to six.

With just over a minute remaining the Panthers were suddenly in open pasture again through Geyer, who was stopped after opting for the dummy.

But within a few tackles Penrith shifted wide for Sam Lane to score with Puru’s conversion sending the match into extra time at 18-all.

Under the extra time rules each side had a mindset to look for the go-ahead try, with surprisingly expansive ball movement.

Seconds before the end of the first five-minute period the Knights attempted an offload from their own half to give the Panthers a shot at one point, but Isaiya Katoa’s first attempt was waved away.

Five minutes later extra time couldn’t separate the two teams as they moved on to golden point.

The Knights appeared to finish their first set in strong field position, but a remarkable return from Panthers fullback Liam Ison saw him evade a handful of defenders before being tackled just shy of halfway.

They pushed further into field goal range before Isaiya Katoa, who will head to NRL expansion team the Dolphins next season, gave the club a parting gift after nailing the match-winning point to secure the 2022 Jersey Flegg Cup.

Panthers Captain Hohepa Puru was the Man of the Mach in the Flegg Grand Final (Photo : Steve Montgomery)

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