Author : Manly Media

Seaeagles Harold Matthews Finals report

Manly Warringah Sea Eagles have suffered an 18-14 defeat to the South Sydney Rabbitohs in week one of the finals in the Harold Matthews Cup in Blacktown, bringing an end to their 2025 campaign.

Sea Eagles – 18 14 Rabbitohs

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When the two sides met in round five earlier this season, the Sea Eagles came away 24-12 victors.

It wasn’t to be this time round, with a hat-trick of tries to the Rabbitohs in the first half proving to be too much.

Manly managed to hold out South Sydney’s tiresome attack in the second half and kept them scoreless, but their errors were the deciding factor that sealed their fate.

It was Manly’s first appearance in the competitions finals since their famous 2021 campaign, in which they went undefeated en route to a 24-12 victory in the final.

The Sea Eagles started the match in the best way possible with a try after just two minutes to Oscar Crotty.

The full-back got on the end of a grubber kick from five-eighth Kobe Morris and grounded the ball in the in-goal area for an early 4-0 lead.

South Sydney didn’t sit back and quickly replied as centre Taj Aufai-Farani scored a hat-trick in emphatic fashion, with tries coming in the 10th, 14th and 21st minute.

Five-eighth Payton Tarau converted all three tries for an 18-4 scoreline at half-time.

An early penalty to start the second half gifted the Rabbitohs possession deep in the Sea Eagles’ territory.

But that didn’t phase the boys in maroon and white as they held out the attack with compact defence to regain possession in front of their own tryline.

South Sydney continued to pressure Manly deep in their own territory, with countless sets at the line as they searched for a fourth try.

The Sea Eagles continued to band together to hold out the tiresome attack and it paid off as they won the ball back, with a penalty being awarded moments later to help them out of their half.

The Sea Eagles went close to scoring in the 46th minute. Halfback Max Prykiel put a chip kick over the defence to the left corner for centre Tahj Hamilton, who was unable to maintain possession as he fumbled the ball in front of the tryline.

Manly capitalised

Manly capitalised off a penalty at the halfway line as Tom Longland crashed over to score in the 52nd minute.

A quick shift to the right edge freed up space for the winger to step past the defenders and force his way over, cutting the deficit to 18-10 with under ten minutes remaining.

A mistake from the kick-off momentarily paused any chances of a comeback as the Sea Eagles were forced to defend once again.

After breaking out of a scrum in their own half, Morris kicked the ball deep into the Rabbitohs’ corner and the side regained possession after taking the player over the sideline.

With their fresh set and the clock continuing to tick down, Manly forced their way over for a try with three minutes to play to set up a grandstand finish.

Hooker Ashton Large burrowed under the defence with a strong run to score for an 18-14 scoreline.

Another error from the kick-off proved to be costly, with the Sea Eagles being forced to make a full field effort after retaining possession with less then a minute to play.

The siren sounded during a quick play the ball attempt at the halfway mark, bringing an end to the match and confirming the side’s four-point defeat.

Congratulations to the Harold Matthews team on making it through to this year’s finals series.

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Author : Richard Becht & photosport.nz

Freakish finish locks Warriors in finals again

Centre Hinckley Ioka’s last-play try sealed the One New Zealand Warriors’ second straight trip to the Harold Matthews Cup (under-17) finals after an astonishing finish to their eighth-round encounter with the South Sydney Rabbitohs at Navigation Homes Stadium in Pukekohe on Sunday.

With three minutes to go it looked like the Rabbitohs had stolen victory when they scored and converted to go from 12-14 down to 18-14 ahead.

But no. Instead cue a crazy finish.

From the restart the Warriors regained possession from a short kick-off, tapping the ball back for interchange forward Dougal Grant to carry to just outside South Sydney’s 30.

From the play the ball they headed left where prop Krushil Koteka made another 10 metres. On the next tackle Ronan Byford took the play to within 15 metres in front of the posts, hooker Dreytin Marriott then having a strong dab from dummy half before being stopped just short of the line.

On the fourth tackle, the Warriors shifted wide to the left, the play appearing to break down when a pass went to ground but winger Kaian Olsen tidied up, heading back infield where he linked with halfback Alapati Tusa Soagia.

He hoisted a bomb across the face of the posts, Rabbitohs fullback Darcy Feltham spilling the ball and Hinckley seizing the moment to score and lock it up 18-18.

Warriors 20 – 18 Rabbitohs 

Hinckley was engulfed by jubilant teammates, only the try hadn’t yet been awarded.

A few nervous moments followed while the referee consulted his touch judge before confirming the try. More celebration but it wasn’t over.

Soagia then had to compose himself for the conversion, he obliged to make it 20-18 and the scenes of joy continued.

The net effect of the win was that it vaulted the One New Zealand Warriors to the top of table on 14 points with one regular season match to play against the Roosters in Pukekohe next weekend.

The finish was in keeping with a contest which had been on a knife edge throughout.

Needing to win to lock in a finals berth, the Warriors opened brightly when they shifted wide to their left, fullback Jeremiah Lemana ghosting across the defensive line to give winger Kaian Olsen a clear run to the line.

It was 6-6 minutes later but just as soon the Warriors had a 10-6 lead when Lemana speared through from close range.

After the Rabbitohs sparked another lead change with their second try to go to the break 12-10 ahead, the Warriors came out of the blocks quickly to regain the lead seven minutes into the second half.

Again they shaped their attack left, Soagia linking with centre Soane Ma’asi who handed Olsen his second try to make it 14-12.

There it stayed for most of the half although the Warriors had opportunities to put South Sydney away, most notably when Lemana collected a kick on his 20.

Lemana down the touchline and connected with Soagia before backing up to take aim at the line 50 metres way only to be taken into touch a metre short.

It left the door open for the Rabbitohs and their late try looked like being a killer blow – until the remarkable last-gasp finish uncorked Ioka’s try.

The result leaves the One New Zealand Warriors with 6-1 record and the chance to claim the minor premiership before starting their defence proper of the title they won last year.

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Author : South Sydney Rabbitohs

Rabbitoh’s 2025 Pathways Squads taking shape

Rabbitoh’s 2025 Pathways Squads taking shape (Photo – Steve Montgomery)

The summer squads and coaching staff for the Rabbitohs pathways teams are taking shape with the squads all coming in for their induction meetings this week ahead of the commencement of the 2025 season.

Over 200 players will take part in summer training squads across the male and female pathways at the South Sydney Rabbitohs for 2025, including players in the men’s open age NSW Cup squad.

The men’s under 21s Jersey Flegg Cup squad, the men’s under 19s SG Ball Cup squad.

Women’s under 19s Tarsha Gale Cup squad, the boys’ under 17s Harold Matthews Cup squad, the girls’ under 17s Lisa Fiaola Cup squad, and the boys’ under 16s development squad.

The players in each summer squad, as well as coaching and training staff, met over three nights this week for induction meetings, outlining the expectations of each person and each team as part of the Rabbitohs pathways system for 2025.

Listed below are the summer training squads and coaching staff for each pathways squad for 2025.

2025 NSW Cup

The 2025 NSW Cup summer squad is:

Salesi ATAATA
Bayley BENTLEY-HAPE
Tayson FAKAOSI
Matthew FRENCH
Ryan GRAY
Carson KAHO
Terrell KALO KALO
Kaylen MILLER
Lindsay MUNRO
Ruatapu NGATIKAURA
Daniel O’DONNELL
Henry O’KANE
Jordan PLATH
Toesami Junior TOEVAI
Billy TSIKRIKAS
Brandon WEBSTER-MANSFIELD
Bear WILLIAMS
Tutonu Junior WRIGHT

The NSW Cup coaching staff for 2025 is:

Wayne COLLINS – Head Coach
Peter PALMER – Assistant Coach
Jason PETERSEN – Assistant Coach
David SHEARGOLD – Team Manager
Tom WATKINS – Strength and Conditioning Coach

2025 Jersey Flegg Cup (U21s men’s)

The 2025 Jersey Flegg Cup (U21s men’s) summer squad is:

Josh ALHAZIM
Yahya AYACHE
Jack BLISS
Waylon CALDWELL
Shane CALDWELL DAVIS
Tyrese DUNGAY
Thomas EPERE
Tavis FELSCH
Alex FONOTI
Riley FRAME
Nathaniel GALLO
Ben GEARY
Jason HALLIE
Brent HAWKINS
Mateus HESLIN
Mikael IBRAHIM
Rob INGLIS
Max LAING
Sione LOLOHEA
Wyatt LOURIGAN
Aaron MACEY
Jack McHENRY
Talanoa PENITANI
Nic QUINN
Zane RUGLESS
Bailey SMITH
Billy SPRAGUE
Liam STARIHA
Palu TAUSALA
Sam TAYLOR
Kristian TORNATORE
Dane TOWNS
Kai VINCENT
Daniel WAQA
Ashton WARD
Zane WATSON
Drew WILLIAMS
Jaydeon WOLFE
Daniel WRIGHT

The Jersey Flegg Cup coaching staff for 2025 is:

Scott KENNA – Head Coach
Yileen GORDON – Assistant Coach
Kane CLARK – Team Manager
Nic RAILZ – Strength and Conditioning Coach

2025 SG Ball Cup (U19s men’s)

The 2025 SG Ball Cup (U19s men’s) summer squad is:

Dylan ALAALATOA
Riley ALLEN
Taj ALVAREZ
Joshua BALLARD
Zane BELL
Tylan BERRYMAN
Abrahem DAHDAH
Ethan DOAK
Levi DOWLING
Tony FAKAHAU
Dayne FALLON
Jacob FONG
Maddax FUI
Max GIOIELLO
Bailey GRAY
Jack GREEN
Kynan HART
Cody HILL
Matthew HUMPHRIES
Dayne JENNINGS
Elijah KEUNG
Jacob KHALIL
Yasin KUSCU
Kingston-Cruz LAKE
Johannes LOGAN
Daniel LUA
Lisiate MACKAY-FILIHIA
Nic MANESIS
Charlie MANN
Kaearangi Heremia MATHEWS
Zac McPHERSON
Lochlin MOSES
Mark NOSA
Thomas O’CALLAGHAN
Christian PASIKALA
Charlie POYNTON
Harrison ROOKE
Caelis SAMUEL
Salih SARACOGLU
Simon SISIFA
Tyler SLATE
Fletcher STUART
Kory TAAFFE
Cynseah TAUTALAFUA
Baxter TORRENCE
Lancelot TOVIO
Soul TUILETUFUGA
Devonte VAOTU’UA
Lachlan WALTERS

The SG Ball Cup coaching staff for 2025 is:

Tyrone McCARTHY – Head Coach
Jacob ELDICK – Assistant Coach
Eddie PAEA – Assistant Coach
Belinda REEVE – Team Manager
Jack LEATHER – Strength and Conditioning Coach

2025 Tarsha Gale Cup (U19s women’s)

The 2025 Tarsha Gale Cup (U19s women’s) summer squad is:

Jessica BORG
Emily BUTLER
April CHAPPELL
Summa CLARE
Savannah CLULOW
Lucy DRISCOLL
Lereit FAASOA
Aliyah GORDON
Shaylee HAINES
Ella-Grace HAMLIN
Sienna ISRAEL
Olivia JARRETT
Hannah KALLAND
Sonaiva KINI-SAMUELU
Ava LAVENDER
Mequynne LOGAN
Leilani MAKALIO-HARRIS
Keilani MANU
Kiara McGREGOR
Lucia McGURK
Keala MEALEY-WALKER
Khadija MOHAMMED
Taylor NICKSON
Madison RUSSELL
Mackenzie SCHOULTZ
Nakiah-Jayde SMITH
Jaleesa SMITH
Loisi TALAKAI
Te Koha TE RITO
Niah-Telesia TUKINO
Lusia TUPOLA
Makayla WALSH
Phoenix WILLIAMS
Teearna WILLIAMS
Melisha WINTERS
Uta UATISONE POKA
Josephine ZAPANTIS

The Tarsha Gale Cup coaching staff for 2025 is:

Brad COSTELLO – Co-Head Coach
Chris O’CONNELL – Co-Head Coach
Maddie STUDDON – Assistant Coach
Tania JACENTHO-McKAY – Team Manager
Teagan POWELL – Strength and Conditioning Coach

2025 Harold Matthews Cup (U17s boys’)

The 2025 Harold Matthews Cup (U17s boys’) summer squad is:

Keone ANITELEA TSIOUSSIS
Taj AUFAI FARANI
Charlie BATEUP
James DAVIES
Vincent DE GIORGIO
Brody ELLIS
Darcy FELTHAM
Benjamin GHATTAS
Jackson GRAY
Zane HILL
Tayne JACENTHO McKAY
Ben KABERRY
Koneliaz KANE
Ziggy LESTER
Jahzelle LOKENI
Anthony MAILANGI
Elijah-Blair MAILE
Kahn MAY
Clayton McGOON
Archie MICALI
Jaylen MITCHELL
Soane NAUFAHU
Kai O’BRIEN
Asher PUNG
Jayden ROOKE
Tighe ROWLEY
Taoko SAMSON
Malaki SCHAWLEGER
Robbie SIMMS
Kohen SINES
Zavier SULUVALE-LIUMAUNU
Kaiasi TALAKAI
Payton TARAU
Dennishely TAUKAFA
Joey VAKA
Hudson WARREN
Ben WRIGHT

The Harold Matthews Cup coaching staff for 2025 is:

Kell O’BRIEN – Head Coach
Fraser GRAHAM – Assistant Coach
John MINTO – Assistant Coach
Heather RYAN – Team Manager
Aaron HAWLEY – Strength and Conditioning Coach

2025 Lisa Fiaola Cup (U17s girls’)

The 2025 Lisa Fiaola Cup (U17s girls’) summer squad is:

Lani ANDERSON
Mia BECERRA
Payden BRIEN
Keira BRIGHT
Ruby CAMERON
Madison CLARKE
Natasha DILLON
Taya DONOVAN
Billy DUGGAN
Mia ELLIOTT
Sarah FAKHR
Lily FISHER
Alexus GORDON
Olivia HARRISON
Amelia-Rose LEHA
Victoria LOLENI
Aliyah McGUINNESS
Claudia NAIRN
Violet NALEBA
Vika PALU
Remy ROPER
Lily SMITH
Maddie-Jean STOCKMAN
Anna TAEI
Markaylah TALANOA
Zoe TALAU
Larei TAULAGA
Ariana TE RITO
Kylar VECELLIO
Miharna Ja-Dam WARD
Abby WARREN-BOLTE
Matilda WIELECKI
Kali-Ann WILLIAMS

The Lisa Fiaola Cup coaching staff for 2025 is:

Vai ALAIA – Head Coach
Seli MAILANGI – Assistant Coach
Luisa YARANAMUA – Assistant Coach
Neve DIAMOND – Team Manager
Rachel HARVEY – Strength and Conditioning Coach

2025 Under 16s Boys’ Development

The 2025 under 16s boys’ development squad is:

Lior BARHAM
Jayden BISHOP
Ryan BRAMHAM
Kane CASTILLO
Jack CURRENTI
Harry DORAHY
Zac ELLIOT
Heemi FONG YIP
Thomas HERDEN
Felix KELLY
Ryder LUPTON
Lachie MAHER
Lennox MATTHEWS
Ricky NAUFAHU
Sean O’NEILL
Darcy PARKES
Le Bron PATOLO-VITALE
Naite SINES
Heinz SUANI
Che TE WHIU
Mehmet VAROL
Aaron WARNER
Jahkai WELSH-TIGHE

The under 16s development squad coaching staff for 2025 is:

George KATRIB – Co-Head Coach
Ben LOWE – Co-Head Coach
Daniel KELLY – Trainer

2025 Harvey Norman NSW Women’s Premiership

The 2025 Harvey Norman NSW Women’s Premiership squad will assemble later in 2025 ahead of their season commencing mid-year.

The Harvey Norman NSW Women’s Premiership coaching staff for 2025 is:

Brad COSTELLO – Co-Head Coach
Chris O’CONNELL – Co-Head Coach
Shane MANNING – Assistant Coach
Tania JACENTHO-McKAY – Team Manager
Larissa WALES – Strength and Conditioning Coach

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Author : Ricky Newell Seaeagles Media

Manly record back-to-back wins in Harold Matthews

Manly Warringah Sea Eagles made it two wins from two after an impressive 24-6 victory over the South Sydney Rabbitohs in round three of the UNE Harold Matthews Cup today.

After getting off to a flying start, the Sea Eagles ran in four tries to one with three of them coming in the second half.

It wasn’t the prettiest of performances, with both teams struggling to hold onto the ball and maintain possession in the heat at Redfern Oval.

Manly Coach Jordan Meredith was happy with his side’s attitude and resilience, noting that the team had developed as a whole to perform for one another.

“We had a really positive week at training but it didn’t exactly lead into a good performance here today,” Meredith said.

“But from where we’ve come from to get a victory (against a top four opposition) and to only concede one try is rewarding for their efforts and attitudes towards their football.

“I’m happy with our effort and application and the love they share for each other. ”

Manly half-back Beau Alexander fooled defenders with a silky step 10 metres out from the line to score under the posts in the second minute. Second-rower Beau McKee converted for an early 6-0 lead.

Following the try, the game’s tempo slowed down as both sides struggled to hold onto the ball, with much of the possession played deep down in Manly’s territory.

During this time, the home side had a try overturned after the referee ruled a forward pass.

South Sydney blew a certain try after second-rower Lochlin Moses dropped the ball metres out from the line after finding a gap in the defence.

Going well…the Sea Eagles walk back after scoring one of their four tries ©Ricky Newell

A double knock-on in front of the Rabbitohs’ tryline gifted the Sea Eagles one last chance before the break, to no avail as the scrambled effort ended in the hands of the home team.

The sides went into the sheds with Manly maintaining their six-point lead.

After having a try denied moments earlier.

Manly fullback Reilly Caswell finally had his moment with a try in the 35th minute after running off a perfectly-timed short ball from five-eighth Max Davies to race away for a 40 metre try for a 12-0 lead.

Rabbitohs utility Cody Hill then scooped the ball out of dummy half and burrowed underneath the defence to score in the 42nd minute to leave the home side trailing 12-6.

In a moment of individual brilliance, the Sea Eagles had their third try in the 48th minute through Davies.

The nimble five-eighth stepped and chipped to regather to score under the posts for an 18-6 lead.

After forcing a drop-out with some valiant defence, Alexander grabbed his second try in the 55th minute with a classic dummy for a final scoreline of 24-6.

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One to keep an eye on

In the lead up to the season we will be taking a look at some of the young players who have a bright future in the Red V.

Every Friday, we will work our way through a different player and what they can bring to the Dragons in 2024.

Hayden Buchanan

An Australian schoolboys representative, Buchanan has big wraps on him from many at the club. He is an incredibly strong ball carrier, powerful, elusive and one of the fittest in the Steelers junior ranks over the past few seasons.

Hayden won the Group 7 premiership with the Gerringong Lions in 2023, and was a huge part of their success. Has the ability to play at both centre and second row, his future is seen in the back row.

A few words from his Gerringong coach, Nathan Ford:

“Hayden is known not just for his exceptional playing skills but also for his unwavering commitment to upholding the values of respect, responsibility, and excellence.

As a player at Kiama High School, he has become a role model for his peers, setting a standard of sportsmanship and character that is truly exemplary.

On the field, Buchanan’s respect for the game is palpable.

His interactions with teammates, opponents, and officials showcase a deep-seated reverence for the sport.

He understands that responsibility extends beyond scoring tries; it encompasses leadership, teamwork, and a dedication to constantly improving one’s abilities.

What truly sets Hayden apart is his pursuit of excellence.

Whether during training sessions or in the heat of competition, he strives to be the best version of himself”

Probably won’t play first grade in 2023, however is expected to feature in the lower grades, in both Jersey Flegg and the NSW Cup, and will start the season for the Illawarra Steelers in the SG Ball competition.

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Junior Sharks enjoy solid trials against Souths

A host of junior Sharks benefitted from solid trial hit-outs against South Sydney despite taxing conditions on Saturday, encouraging the respective coaches as they shape their squads for 2024.

Results were positive overall across five games at Redfern Oval, with the Tarsha Gale, SG Ball and Harold Matthews Development teams running out winners while the Lisa Fiaola and Harold Matthews Cup sides lost but showed promise.

To combat the heat and allow the coaches to rotate through extended benches, the girls played 20-minute thirds and the boys contested 15-minute quarters.

There were no shots at goal given the focus was on testing combinations and affording players a chance to prove themselves rather than the scoreboard.

The women kicked off proceedings, the Lisa Fiaola (under 17s) side competing hard in a five-tries-to-four defeat before the Tarsha Gale (under 19s) squad impressed as they crossed for six four-pointers while conceding four times.

Next up was the boys in the Harold Matthews Development (under 16s), scoring four tries to three under the guidance of Sharks legend Paul Gallen. The premiership-winning former NRL captain said he was proud of the team’s display after a strong training block and highlighted the performance of his halves.

While the Harold Matthews (under 17s) lost seven tries to two, coach Brad Kelly expects his team to improve sharply after being taught valuable lessons.

“There were some decent parts, but there was also a lot of scrappiness, errors and penalties,” Kelly told ourfootyteam.com.au.

“There were patches in the game where all we did was tackle and there were patches in the game where we looked a bit better, but that’s what trials are for.

Junior Sharks enjoy solid trials against Souths (Photo : Steve Montgomery)

“They’ve been training for six weeks or so now and it’s good that we get a hit-out and we get to see things that we’ve learnt and try to put into practice.

“I would’ve liked it to be a bit cleaner and less error-riddled and penalty-ridden, but part of the process is learning how important it is to not give away penalties and not make those basic errors that compound on you, especially when it’s so hot.”

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The day ended on a high with the SG Ball (under 19s) recording a six-tries-to-one win as coach Dave Howlett utilised a 26-man side, handing minutes to players from Queensland, New Zealand and the under 18s development squad.

“It was a great little window into the depth the club has and an opportunity to show the club and their teammates what they can do as a player,” Howlett said.

“I like giving opportunities to young fellas … It’s exciting for them to come and play for a team that’s aligned with an NRL club and they all did themselves proud.”

Howlett kept around 10 players who featured in last year’s SG Ball squad on ice, with further trial action to come before the competition starts in February.

“I’m really enjoying it this year. They’re a really good crew of boys,” Howlett added.

“Footy-wise they’ve got a lot to learn and grow with, but they’re really good characters, they get on really well and it’s fun. It’s pleasure to coach them.”

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Results from Saturday, December 16

Lisa Fiaola Cup
Sharks four tries lost to Souths five tries

Tarsha Gale Cup
Sharks six tries defeated Souths four tries

Under 16s Harold Matthews Development
Sharks four tries defeated Souths three tries

Harold Matthews Cup
Sharks two tries lost to Souths seven tries

SG Ball Cup
Sharks six tries defeated Souths one try

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Young Sharks to trial against Souths

The next generation of Sharks will ramp up preparations for their 2024 junior representative seasons on Saturday with an exciting schedule of trial action against Souths at Redfern Oval.

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In the first summer hit-out for most of the youngsters, the Lisa Fiaola (under 17s) and Tarsha Gale (19s) girls will take to the field ahead of the boys in the Harold Matthews Development (16s), Harold Matthews (17s) and SG Ball (19s) teams.

Young Sharks to trial against Souths (Photo : Steve Montgomery)

The games will feature extended squads and give the coaches an opportunity to test new combinations while building cohesion before the Christmas break.

With the official junior rep seasons set to start in February – except Jersey Flegg, which largely mirrors the NRL season – the budding Sharks will be keen to show their wares in competition after impressing on the training paddock.

Saturday’s fixtures follow on from the Harold Matthews Development (16s) and SG Ball Development (18s) squads tackling their age equivalents in the Illawarra South Coast Dragons’ Andrew Johns and Laurie Daley Cup teams last weekend.

Young Sharks to trial against Souths (Photo : Steve Montgomery)

In encouraging efforts, the Harold Matthews Development ran out 20-4 winners while the SG Ball Development went down 12-8 at Croome Sporting Complex, Albion Park. The games were played in the evening due to the heat.

Experienced coaches Brad Kelly and Dave Howlett remain in charge of the Harold Matthews and SG Ball sides respectively, with Robbie Taylor (Lisa Fiaola) and Isaac Michael (Tarsha Gale) assuming the clipboard duties in the girls ranks.

Junior trials v Souths – Saturday, 16 December
Venue: Redfern Oval

9:00am – Lisa Fiaola
10:30am – Tarsha Gale
12:00pm – Harold Matthews Development
1:45pm – Harold Matthews
3:30pm – SG Ball

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1	Bulldogs	12	10	0	2	279	200	79	20
2	Eels	11	8	0	3	218	134	84	16
3	Knights	11	8	0	3	244	174	70	16
4	Panthers	10	7	1	2	260	166	94	15
5	Raiders	10	7	0	3	210	185	25	14
6	Sharks	10	6	1	3	174	138	36	13
7	Steelers	9	6	0	3	202	142	60	12
8	Magpies	9	5	0	4	164	130	34	10
9	Tigers	9	5	0	4	163	162	1	10
10	Rabbitohs	9	4	2	3	174	184	-10	10
11	Roosters	9	4	0	5	152	154	-2	8
12	Dragons	9	3	0	6	136	182	-46	6
13	CC Roosters	9	2	0	7	116	201	-85	4
14	Bears	9	2	0	7	92	262	-170	4
15	Sea Eagles	9	1	0	8	94	264	-170	2

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