It what could only be described as a classic game of Aussie rules footy, it was the ever improving Noosa Tigers who prevailed by three points over arch rivals Maroochydore at Rococo oval last Saturday. The day in fact had everything from a debacle parking situation which no one from the Tigers appeared to know anything about to a Senior game where by those that could access the ground and get a park watched two 50 plus year rivals go at it at a frantic pace.
The crowd involvement throughout the final quarter with the day also being Noosa Past Players and Life Members Day just fantastic. It’s a rivalry that’s stood the test of time and looks like it will continue to do so.
A tense final quarter where by the sixth place Roos looked to pinch the game in the dying minutes were evaporated by a final siren that had the home team fans in raptures and more importantly now entrenched in the QAFL final 8 with 5 weeks to go.
Both teams had terrific contributors but none were better than champion Noosa on baller Mitch Conn, whose first half was just sublime. Big Gus Byrne was equally as influential in the second half as he continued to influence the air in Noosas favour. Ex Lions champion Daniel Rich was superb with 3 goals and his coolness under pressure was there for all to witness.Sam Willoughby continues his great vein of form for his new club whilst Free, Slaney, Cates and Pettigrove had plenty to do with the positive result.
Ruckman Maccie Johnston was again a tower of strength all day with his courage and attacking efforts again a massive favourite with the locals.
In fact to all players involved a sensational game of highly competitive footy which was enjoyed and will be remembered by all.
Media Award Votes
5. M.Conn
4. G.Byrne
3. D.Rich
2. S.Willoughby
1. M.Johnston
The Ressies went down by 8 goals but for 3 quarters were absolutely fantastic against defending Premiers and ladder Leaders Maroochydore.Zac Korybutiak was the best of a pretty good bunch as he conitnued his good run and carry across the midfield. Rhys Tarling was again a constant for the Ressies and his having a great year individually whilst Billy Bowes and Cian Mallon gave the crowd some memorable moments. A win not too far away for the Ressies if they continue to crack in like they did last week.
Our Colts bounced back into the winners list with a very impressive 5 goals win over their arch rivals. Under the watchful eye of Will McKenzie(assistant coach) in the absence of Greg Brain who is overseas,the colts continue to play good solid team footy which is so good to watch. I loved the game of Darcy Dinnage up forward and Riley Mackay down back as well as the ever impressive Jai Mure on ball whose exceleration from congestion is just a treat to watch. Juice Delaney Taylor also super in the win.
A big thank you to all who organised our past players and life members day,it was great to LionsPremiership player Jack Payne join us and also great to hear from Senior coach Matt Luenberger prior to the main game.The win ofcourse made it!
Good luck to our Senior Women’s team who take on Sandgate in Brisbane on Saturday and to all teams representing the Mighty Noosa Tigers this weekend.
The Senior men’s teams have a bye.
