The Noosa Dolphin Juniors were very happy to return to the Dolphin Oval on Saturday for Round 10 of the 2023 season. Here are highlights from two of our great young teams.
Under 12s
It was great to kick off rugby again after the school holiday break in a game against Uni. It gave a number of the boys time to test injuries and get healthy again. The boys played what would’ve been their cleanest half of rugby in the first half. Great passing and A1 running rugby alongside some solid defence.
Fly Half William Stewart really led the boys around the field. Lenny Juno had a formidable game in attack, scoring tries for fun and really enjoying his new leadership role amongst the team. The second half we continued the pressure, scoring more tries and running out convincing winners.
Well done to the boys as we continue to build towards the end of season. We will continue to lift our efforts at training with a tough match coming this Saturday.
Under 11s
Reds – Slippery conditions on Noosa’s home ground against University saw lots of wayward balls for the U11 Reds on Saturday. The boys managed to shake off the knock-ons and a few penalties against them to come back as a strong, united force against solid opposition.
This was a true arm wrestle, but fantastic defence against the visitors meant the Reds conceded just one try despite Uni keeping intense pressure on throughout the match. In the end, Ryker, Ethan, Max and Jake all got across the line for a convincing win to the Reds. Player of the Match went to Jake for an exceptional try and an excellent consistent work ethic. It’s fantastic to have Harry back after his broken leg and congratulations to Max who has racked up 100 points thus far this season. Well done Reds, so proud of you all!
