Noosa Dolphins Juniors Match Reports
Under 14s
An 8 o’clock kick-off on the main field at Dolphins against arch rival Maroochydore didn’t disappoint. Noosa attacked early with great clean-outs and through-the-hands passing from our backs. Inspired by Red 9 Tate McDermott’s blindside move the night before, our 9 Mack stepped right, dummied right, then went left and dived over the line to score first. We weathered good counter attacks from the “’dore“ then one got through to go to half-time one try apiece.
Noosa kept the pressure on with Flynn on song with the boot gaining great ground. Big runs from Pearl and perfect tackles from Angus got us a penalty right in front and Tommy kicked it perfectly. 8-5 the score with 10 to go.
45 seconds to go Louie got hit with a big tackle, ref didn’t notice and Maroochydore gets a penalty 10 metres out and right in front. Whistle blows and time off for medical is called. Courageous Louie is ok and escorted from the field to eat food through a straw for a while.
The boys came together, a stirring speech from the captain, ‘Don’t let them in’. Noosa held out and defended with valour, up comes Flynn with a huge tackle that holds up, his mates support, he rips the ball and goes to ground, we drive over, possess the ball and kick it out.
A fantastic win. Domino’s Pizza players of the match were Pearl and Angus.
Under 13s
The Dolphins under 13s played an outstanding game. After straight wins all season, they encountered their first loss, defeated by Maroochydore 12-28. The team played another inspiring game with guts, determination and passion throughout. Our defence did an amazing job but Maroochydore were just too strong on the day. Will A took home our Domino’s Pizza player of the match.
Under 12s
By Under 12s hooker, Toby Eller
Round 5 was another cracker of a day at our home grounds. The Under 12s did not disappoint once again. Thanks to the Under 14s who helped set the scene by assembling a tunnel for our team to run through on to the field. Spectators were equally impressed by the skill and teamwork that this mighty team demonstrated play after play. Two early tries scored by Maroochydore had Noosa on their heels, but the Dolphins hit back stronger than ever in the second half for another win. The fitness of our team has been one of the key factors to this team’s success so far. Domino’s Pizza player of the match was Charlie Drew, aka Larkham.
Under 11s
Both Dolphin under-11 teams, the Fins and Reds, had the rare opportunity to play each other under lights on the main Dolphin Oval last Friday night. Clapped on by the A-Grade team, the boys revelled in the experience of playing in front of a larger than normal crowd. Head coach Roger Lee stepped aside for the occasion handing over the coaching reins to injured player’s Rory Ramsden and Will Smalley. Both teams were super strong in defence hindering the regular speedsters and shutting down any ideas of a high-scoring game. Despite the fairly balanced skill level between the two teams, the Fins claimed bragging rights by a narrow margin. Domino’s players of the match were Devereux Keil for the Reds, and Kyte Braidwood for the Fins.
Under 9s
The under 9s encountered a strong Brothers outfit who were well-drilled and had strong defence. This meant that the majority of tries were scored from long range from both teams due to good defence close to the rucks and mauls. We got off to a good start securing the ball well and recycling it at the breakdown resulting in some fine passing to players in space for tries to Callan, Sam, Riley, Will S and Jack. Our defence was enthusiastic resulting in only a few tries to the opposition.
Domino’s Pizza player of the match was Lewis Ramsden.
Under 7s
The Noosa under 7s played the Maroochydore Swans at home in Round 5. Our team showed much improvement with all players getting actively involved and passing the ball to ensure all players had a run. Our two try-scoring machines, Ben and Mason, met limited resistance and went over for a number of entertaining tries. The team’s defence was unflappable with our team only letting in one try. Jerry and Miller scored Domino’s Pizza players of the match.
