A Grade Noosa 31 – University 22
A round four thriller ended the Ray White Noosa Dolphins three game winning streak. Two tries in the first half gave Uni an early lead before Will Christie hit back. Second half tries to Sam Koning and Oscar Rogers gave Noosa the upper hand until the opposition reacted with another try. A stroke of brilliance from inform number 8 Wil Rogers offered the Noosa supporters another glimpse of hope as he crossed over after a solid run from half way. But not to be, a 90 metre Uni intercept try in the last play handed the victory to the home side. Little Sister Noosa Player of the Match went to Wil Rogers.
Reserve Grade Noosa 69 – Eumundi 5
It was a historic game for the two teams from the Noosa Shire meeting each other for the first time. With an early 5 – 5 score, Noosa underestimated the Dragons before new father Dylan Maestri ran through defenders to dot down under the sticks. A second half 29 – 5 lead saw coach Grant ‘Flea’ Gleeson bring on his finishers to add on another six tries. Lincon Wikaira finally decided to trade in his new balance running shoes for proper Adidas rugby boots that delivered instant results, scoring two tries. Golden boot Ryan ‘Friz’ Frisby nailed five from five conversions, controversially giving one up from the sideline to Paddy Lalor to keep his perfect record intact.
Women Noosa 75 – University 0
After a tough trip to Caboolture last week the women were out for some redemption with University on the receiving end. The focus of the week was to move the ball to space and create mismatches. Within minutes coach Laurence Epstein’s game plan came to fruition with Jett Fairfax crossing for the first of her five tries. The forwards, led by their inspirational leader Tess Evans were able to assert their dominance to give the backs front foot ball which allowed the backs to cut the Uni defence to ribbons, resulting in a massive 75 point win. Little Sister Noosa Player of the Match went to Jett Fairfax.
Colts Noosa 17 – University 26
Noosa took on University for the second time this year. After Noosa were successful winners in round one, Uni came out to play and applied strong pressure in defence with some wide hard running attack. Uni scored first but Noosa replied with two tries before Uni got another in before half time. In the first set play of the second half Noosa scored from a hard running move by Connor Chilver. University stepped up the pressure and scored two more tries to see them take the win. Best on ground points going to Remy Livingston 3, Leo Langbridge 2 and Christian Vidic 1.
Saturday 29 August
Noosa Dolphins Home Game Schedule
12:45pm – Colts v Caloundra
2:15pm – Reserve Grade v Gympie
4:00pm – A Grade v Wynnum
6:00pm – Women v Gympie
