U6s Noosa v University and Saints
Round 6 was a home game for the Dolphins U6’s playing University and Saints. We are seeing more side steps and more tries and the boys are getting better in defence and dropping back. Congratulations to Joshua Schurmer and Matthew Wray for being named Man of the match and to Harry Ward for receiving a certificate from Saints. Welcome to our newest members Ben McCready and Joshua Shurmer – at this rate we will need a third team!
U7s Noosa Fins vs Saints
The Noosa Fins put on their best attacking display of the season against Saints, showing real progression in their quick passing and direct running, to run in a number of tries in front of their supportive home crowd. Macalastair Moore was in great form in the first half, showing great footwork to beat 3 players close to the left hand touchline and get the ball down over the try line. There was more attacking rugby to enjoy in the second half, with man of the match and birthday boy Luke McCready, celebrating his big day with a brace of tries, to top off a great team performance.
U8s Noosa Fins v Noosa Reds
It was the clash of the Noosa Under 8’s this week where we were lucky enough to play at our home grounds. Our captain and try scorer Hamish Payne lead his team on the field ready to take down the Reds. The Fins went in to tear the ball away, Reds showed some gaps which led Fin Ethan Marshall in for a great sneaky try. Noah’s tackling was awesome and Alex’s confidence has improved more and more each week gaining him our Ben and Jerry’s Player of the Day. Well done Alex Bingham.
Coach Shane is Super Proud of our Under 8 legends!
U10s Noosa Fins 59 def Saints 21
Round 6 was another cracker of a game at our home ground. Even this early in the season the Noosa Fins Under 10’s did not disappoint the spectators both on the side lines and up at the club house with a win against the Saints. The Saints scored the first 2 tries in the first 3 minutes and we all thought that the game was already lost but we did not factor in the determination from the Fins who dug deep and only let the Saints score another try in the entire game. A lot of the team only turn 10 this year but their understanding and commitment to the game and their team and their mental ability far exceeds their 10 years. We can’t wait to see what this Noosa Fins Under 10’s team can produce throughout the rest of the season.
U10s Noosa Reds 36 def University 10
A strong team effort was called for by the coaching panel as history dictated that the University side would turn up and give a passionate performance as is their custom. From the kickoff it was clear that the Noosa lads were prepared and determined to put in a complete performance, they did just that as they went into halftime with a slender 12 point lead.
Uni swung the momentum in the second half and the Reds found themselves in a genuine battle for the ball as the opposition ran in two quality tries. Experience and fitness shone through as the Reds absorbed the pressure and struck back with a few strong forward drives that put the Uni forward pack on the back foot and allowed the eager noosa backs space to roam.
An entertaining game played early on a cold and rainy Saturday morning was enjoyed by a healthy crowd who applauded both sides for their sportsmanship and bravery. Dominos pizza player of the day was George White.
U14s Noosa 26 def Grammar 24
Noosa made it 3 consecutive wins and moved up to 2nd in the ladder after this traditional close encounter against a feisty Grammar side. The Fins came very close to scoring more tries on several occasions which would have made life easier for players and spectators alike but the final result and maximum points were fully deserved.
Tries: James Gelling (3), Jason Burns
Conversions: Jarrah Charlesworth (3)
