NOOSA DOLPHINS
THE last time the Dowling and Neylan Noosa Dolphins managed to remain undefeated in the Sunshine Coast Rugby Union Competition was in 2010, and they’re hoping to do it again this year with the grand final at home this weekend.
Following the do-or-die clash between Caloundra and Maroochydore last weekend where Caloundra Lighthouse smashed Maroochydore 41-3 on their home turf, it could be a closer game than anticipated.
Coach Brett Timms said Caloundra have some impressive forwards who possess amazing athleticism and agility, but history will show the Dolphins’ high level of fitness and clever play-making has secured the wins over Caloundra.
“However this late into the season, both sides will have a reasonable level of match fitness and may have some players carrying injuries, so really the 2016 grand final could be anyone’s,” he said.
“Our team is well prepared, but to underestimate Caloundra would be foolish. We’ve come this far undefeated so we definitely want to put the silverware on the mantle and are desperate to win it.”
With an estimated attendance of over 4000 people, Noosa supporters are encouraged to don the maroon, white and blue and put their game face on this Saturday to cheer on the Noosa Dolphins at their home ground.
Prizes will be awarded for best game faces and supporter signs and there’s loads of entertainment for the entire family with gates open from noon.
Reserve Grade kick off is at 1.15pm and A Grade is at 3.15pm. A live band will commence post the A Grade game so people are encouraged to stay on and hopefully take part in Noosa’s celebrations.
Admission is Adults $5 at the gate, and children are free.
