Ron Lane
Weight Lifting.
Last weekend in India, Taj Marsh of the Noosa Barbell Club and Cross Fit 4566, contested the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships in Junior and Senior Categories. In what has been described as a thrilling showcase of strength and determination, he made his mark.
Despite facing fierce competition from weightlifters around the world, the report tells us that Marsh exhibited exceptional skill and secured a silver medal in the Junior category and a bronze in the Senior. In the Juniors Marsh’s sheer prowess shone through as he demonstrated his incredible talent.
With a commanding snatch of 127kg, he showcased his technique and control. However, it was in the clean and jerk that Marsh truly displayed his power: effortlessly lifting an astonishing 161kg. Combining his results from both lifts, Marsh accumulated a total weight of 288kg, securing him a well- deserved silver medal.
With a total weight of 288kg, Marsh also secured a bronze medal and showcased his immense potential in the senior division.
Taj Marsh expressed his gratitude to his dedicated supporters, including the Noosa Barbell Club, CrossFit 4566, Virus Performance Wear, Body Spanner, SMP Health, Noosa Osteo, Noosa Sup Co, Intergrate Rehab Centre and Wild Delicious. Also, the people who have helped with fundraising efforts via the sports foundation such as the Noosa Supporter Club. Their unwavering support and encouragement have played a pivotal role in n his success on the weightlifting platform.
Speaking about his experience at the championships Marsh said, “Competing against some of the best weightlifters in the world has been an incredible journey. I am proud of my achievements and grateful to everyone who has been a part of this journey”
His performance at the Commonwealth Championships is testament to his dedication, hard work and extraordinary talent. As this young athlete continues to bone his skills and push boundaries, there is no doubt that he has a promising future ahead in the world of weightlifting.
As this young man returns to Noosa, he carries with him the pride of his community, a community which eagerly awaits his triumphant home coming. With his silver and bronze medals, he has left an indelible mark on the international weightlifting stage: his achievements will inspire the youth of the sport for years to come.
To the sponsors who not only rallied in support of Taj Marsh, but in doing so, helped to make it an outstanding success, we offer a very big thank you.
Rugby League
For Noosa Pirates Rugby League Club last weekend was also a time of good results. The club game review, tells us that their trip to Nambour for the three games against Nambour home teams, A grade, Reserves and Women’s saw Pirates victorious in all three grades.
From A grade Head Coach Mick Duff. “Right from the start it was an intense arm wrestle for the first 10 minutes as we lost our starting front rower Campbell Duffy to a HIA. Nambour’s big forward pack crashed over for a couple of tries as a result of a couple of errors by us. Thankfully we regrouped and winger Harrison O’Toole crossed twice in the corner.
This resulted from some fancy- footwork by fullback George Fisher. This was followed up by an intercept by Ethan Pohlner and a brilliant 90m sprint to the line. This gave Pirates an 18-12 lead at the half time. In the second half of the game our fitness and kicking game made the difference. This plus some good clearance passing from the rucks saw us come home the winners 32-18.
Winger Harrison Toole scored the final try thus giving him a hattrick for the night. Our backrowers Rohan Messer, Kad North and BJ Richardson put in a big performance, as did young hooker Dyllan Cousens making a couple of line breaks. We now face Caboolture at home this Saturday at 4.30pm.”
In Reserve grade, coach Danny Riddle was very happy with the team performance as they dominated the rucks, pinning Nambour in their own territory for most of the first half. “However, we were a bit guilty of a lack of patience in attack early on, but finally crossed their line midway through the first half.
Nambour scored right on half-time: but a few quick tries in the second half reasserted our dominance. While we failed to show complete dominance, and put the game to bed, we came away with the 2 points from the win of 22-12.To win this weekend and continue our march to the finals would be great.”
For the Women’s game the results left coach Rob Burgin very happy. “With three premier forwards unavailable, an opportunity was taken to jumble the full squad and trial people in different positions. Only three players were given their same role as they had the previous week: and as expected it was slightly erratic performance as the team adjusted.
Regardless of this the Pirates led 12-0 at half time, with two clever team tries via captain Kat Anderson and vice-captain Emily Garrett. Several other opportunities went begging, which could have made for a significant half- time advantage. Last- placed Nambour, had a stronger resolve in the second half, fortified by having two players on loan from the from the competition-leaders, Kawana Dolphins.
With more possession and a run of penalties, the Crushers made it 8-all in the second stanza with a final scoreline of 20-8. Our second half highlight belonged to Brodie Capstick, who posted one of the tries of the season. This started with Kat Anderson charging down a kick: then on gaining possession several players swinging the ball wide, for a 60m movement.’’
Now, the Pirates finals dream remain alive and well, needing to win three of their last four games, to put them in a prime position. Next Saturday Pirates face Caboolture at home. The home games, plus celebrating Women in Rugby League should make it a great day of football and fun. First game 1.30pm: program- U19s, Reserve, A grade and Women’s. As Saturday is Women’s Day, they play the Main Game at 6pm.
Between the Flags.
For the surf lifer savers their flags are down for the season: with the lifeguards continuing on the duties. So, Saturday night surf clubs on the coast gathered at the Maroochydore RSL, for the Sunshine Coast Awards of Excellence.
For Noosa it was a successful night: amongst the highlights was Club of the Year, Joe Glassock U18 Life Saving of the Year, Jenny Glassock Official of the Year, Steve Crisp Accessor the Year and Junior and Youth Club of the Year. Congratulations to one and all.
