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2019 YEARBOOK
Milperra Colts Junior Rugby League Club
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APPAREL SPONSORS
PLATINUM SPONSORS
THOROUGHBRED SPONSORS
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Milperra Colts Junior Rugby League Football Club
COMMITTEE FOR THE 2019 SEASON
PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER
Grant Bolling Barry Ward David Harrigan Tracey Bombaci
GENERAL COMMITTEE
Lucinda Cooke, Karen Cutler, Dave Hargreaves, Noel Kerr,
Katie Lawrence, Edita Lecce, Nick Passalis, Matthew Walshe
ABSENT: Tracey Bombaci, Karen Cutler
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49th Annual General Meeting
Wednesday 13 November 2019
7:00pm
Panania Hotel
Agenda
1. Reading and confirmation of the minutes of the previous annual meeting
2. Consideration and adoption of the annual report
3. Consideration and adoption of the annual financial report
4. Election of general committee for 2020
5. Election of executive for 2020
6. Business of which notice has been given
7. Life membership
8. General business
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Grant Bolling’s
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Once again it was a great year for the Milperra Colts, we had our ups
and downs like most years but overall it was a great year.
For the first time in Colts history we had two female teams. It was the
second year for our League Tag girls and the first year for our Under
14’s girls tackle side. Our League tag side made the Grand Final. They
didn’t take away the win, but we were incredibly proud of each and
every one of them. Our Under 14’s made the final with 9 players that
had never played Rugby League before. An outstanding effort girls!
The Under 9’s Div 3 had a great year this year making the grand final
but did not get the grand prize . This team has come a long way in a
short time
I have seen this team grow from strength to strength over the last 2
years , Scott and his coaching staff should be proud of their efforts.
Our Under 11’s Div 3 took out the Grand Final in style with a very
convincing win. Kevin and crew have been working so hard that it was
wonderful to see this day happen for them all.
Our Under 15’s Gold made the Grand Final as well but unfortunately
didn’t take out the win however the effort the boys put in was
commendable with many of the boys being chosen for representative
football with Canterbury. Well done to all of you.
They have a great bunch of kids and I am sure they will get the results they deserve.
There has been a lot of work going on around the club as many of you would’ve seen. The male and female toilets have been
upgraded, the clubhouse being refurbished, a new canteen and a new score board.
Many of these have been on our wish list for years. We also purchased a new Gator which has been a huge help for set up
and pack up.
We had some great events this year also. Our Legend’s lunch was first class with Matty and Andrew Johns as well as Brett
Finch. Our Gala Day was a huge success, one for the record books. Everyone had a wonderful day and the fireworks at the
end finished off what was one of the most fun days the club has ever had. The kids faces made all the hard work worthwhile.
An extremely sad part of the year was the passing of one of our Under 11 players Jai Bruynius-Greene. Jai’s parents asked if
they could hold his funeral service at the club and this was an absolute honour to farewell Jai at one of his favourite places.
Jai was able to attend his teams Grand Final only a few days before he passed and held the winner’s Trophy high. He was so
proud and there wasn’t a dry eye at the game. His teammates coach and everyone at Milperra Colts will miss Jai so much.
He was a character with a great sense of humour and was so important to the Under 11’s. His family is always welcome at
our club with open arms.
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Grant Bolling’s
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
So, with another season over we look forward to season 2020. This will be one of our biggest yet with the club turning 50. I
hope everyone can be part of our huge celebration and make 2020 a year to remember.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank some very special people. Barry Ward in particular who has worked tirelessly this
year to get our clubhouse to where it is today. Without him it just wouldn’t be where it is now. He has been a great support to
me especially when I was unwell. I didn’t have to worry knowing the club was in great hands. Also, to Dave Harrigan who
took on a new role this year and has been a huge help to me, my executive who are amazing and the wonderful committee
who are so committed to our club and to the brilliant helpers that made everything just happen during the year. You are all
very special people!
If anyone is thinking about joining the committee, please do it, you won’t regret it, we are a family and look after each other.
I hope everyone has safe and happy off season, enjoy the Christmas break and we look forward to catching up with you all in
2020
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David Harrigan’s
SECRETARY’S REPORT
What a ride for my first year as Secretary for this great club! I’ve bullet
point listed below some of the undertakings and achievements for the
year because if I wrote a spiel about each one there’d be another 10
pages to the Yearbook.
The list below comprises the work of many Volunteers and Sponsors
graciously giving their time and financial assistance for every Player,
Volunteer, Parent and Supporter of the Milperra Colts. I’ve singled out a
few names who put in particular effort but by no means does that
discount anyone’s efforts who is not named.
• 2018 reigning Grassroots Club of the Year – 1st ever Club in CBDJRL
to receive this
• 2018 reigning CBDJRL Club of the Year – 1st ever Club in NSW to
achieve both awards in the same year
• New Major Sponsor – Thanks DWA Insurance and thanks to Lantrak
for their past sponsorship
• Blueshield status = #5 in NSW since inception, #1 in NSW for 2019,
1st ever in CBDJRL
• Goodsports level 3 recertification achieved
• Registration Day at Belmore Oval – acknowledged as highest number
of sign ups – 20 players signed up on the day
• 2019 registrations Colts =
- 81% player retention (#1 in CBDJRL, #5 in NSW!!!)
- 4% increase in player numbers YOY across CBDJRL.
• 100% registrations paid
• 100% team officials formally qualified and certified
• 4 Grand Finalists – 9’s (div 3), u11’s, u15 Gold and u17 Girls League Tag
- 1 premiership Team = under 11’s with Kevin Chambers
• Gala Day – massive to say the least and then there was the fireworks!! Thanks Lucinda Cooke
• Trivia / Karaoke night - Thanks Shannon-Lee Ioane
• Toilet renovations started, completed and opened – the feedback we have received across the board is phenomenal!
Thanks NSW Office of Sport for the funding
• Automated (SMS controlled) lighting implemented - Thanks to Council
• U11 Team Trip to Tamworth – Thanks Kevin
• Defibrillator – in Clubhouse, hopefully we never need it – Thanks NSW Office Of Sport & Panania Diggers RSL
• Training courses – conflict management, CPR, Mental Health 1st Aid
• Peter Moore Academy – for Players and Coaches – Thanks to CBDJRL
• Rule Book revision and implementation
• Field set up team roster introduced – successful – Thanks to all Teams
• Gator purchased for game day set up
• Sponsor signage updated and increased – Thanks Barry Ward
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David Harrigan’s
SECRETARY’S REPORT
• Electronic payments implemented for Canteen & Bar purchases – Thanks Tracey Bombaci
• Hosted NSWRL Tertiary 9 a side day
• Renovations –
- Old gear room & tackle bag room walls removed
- Canteen & Bar wall removed
- Ceiling lining replaced
- Internal lighting replaced
- Complete Clubhouse re-wiring undertaken
- Secure cage in Fred’s Shed
- Remove old bar (wait till you see the new one!)
- Replace floor within attic (did you know we had an attic?)
- The Killara Monolith – better known as the Scoreboard
- Multiple working bee days and afternoons
• Legends Lunch with Andrew & Matthew Johns and Brett Finch – Thanks Barry Ward
• Jai’s Bruynius-Greene’s Memorial Day – RIP Champion.
• 3 x Australian Schoolboy Reps selected from u15 Gold
• 5 x NSW Schoolboy Reps selected from u15 Gold
• Grant Bolling inducted as a Life Member of Canterbury Junior Rugby League – Congratulations!
• Nicolle Bolling awarded Canterbury Junior League Officer (JLO) of the Year – Congratulations!
• Danielle Towers awarded Canterbury’s Karen Folkes Award in recognition of the work put into the Women’s game –
Congratulations!
• Nil Judiciary appearances – Congratulations to each & every Player, and to the Team Officials who led their teams!
• Preparations are underway for the Milperra Colts 50 years anniversary celebrations in 2020 – save the date of 24 October
2020!!! (More info will come out in due course.)
• Men of League social welfare visits – 3 visits arranged for Volunteers / Players by the Club
And still to come …
• Presentation day
• Off season renovation works
• 2020 season prep
• 50-year anniversary preparations
• Carols night – yes that’s right … see you all in December!
Thanks to each and every one of the valued members of this great Family Club for a fantastic 2019 season.
I hope to see you all at the Milperra Colts in season 2020 and look forward to celebrating this great upcoming milestone for
the Club.
Go the Colts!
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2019
HIGHLIGHTS
Andrew & Matty Johns at the Milperra Colts Legends Lunch
Social Night Trivia Champions Men in League Crazy Sock Round
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Our 14 Girls meeting and training with the NSW Terry Lamb Under 6’s Gala Day
Women’s State of Origin team
Under 5’s Super Hero Round Bulldogs Come and Try Night at the Colts
Milperra Colts Gala Day
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Milperra Colts
IN THE NEWS!
The Milperra Colts received some international press coverage late in the season due to the success of two former players.
Steve Price (Warrington Wolves) and Justin Holbrook (St Helens) went head to head in the prestigious Challenge Cup Final in
the English Super League.
The pair were interviewed by several news outlets and took a stroll down memory lane, reminiscing about the time they won
the Under 7 Grand Final in 1983. The team was managed by Steve’s father “Chicka“ Price and coached by Steve’s uncle Neil
Johnson. Ultimately, it was Price’s Warrington Wolves who won the match at the famed Wembley stadium, with the underdogs
defeating St Helens 18-4.
It would prove to be a successful season for Justin Holbrook however, with Saints winning the Minor Premiership and
defeating Salford to claim the Grand Final. It proved to be a fitting finale for Holbrook, with, Justin signing to coach the Gold
Coast Titans in the NRL next season. We wish both men continued success in their coaching.
DID YOU KNOW?
The St.Helens connection isn’t just limited to Justin Holbrook , with Colts Vice President Barry Ward representing Saints in
2002. Similar to Justin, Barry’s team were defeated in the Challenge Cup Final, but would prove victorious in the Grand Final
against Bradford.
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In loving
MEMORY
During the season, the Milperra Colts lost a much-loved member of our community, Jai Bruynius-Greene.
Jai first came down to Killara in 2017 to join our under 9’s team. At the time I had no idea of the impact this cheeky kid with
the big smile would have on our team, the coaches and parents. His Lion like courage and bravery was also hidden.
In defence Jai would meet the attackers the same way he fought Cystic Fibrosis, head on, shoulders first and around the legs.
He'd get knocked down but would courageously get up, brush himself off and get ready to go again. Unfortunately, as the
season progressed Jai's illness got worse, but he continued to play and train. Jai didn't have to train but taking short cuts
wasn't his way. A glimpse of the lion emerged. Eventually Jai’s condition would end his season and prevent him from playing
in the Grand final he had worked so hard for.
Jai was fortunate enough to receive a double lung transplant which should have given him a chance at a new future but
would likely stop him from playing footy again. Incredibly after only a year of recovery Jai ran out in the first game of the 2019
season. The Lion had emerged. That moment will never be forgotten. The little champion had overcome incredible odds to
fulfil his dream of playing footy. In true Jai fashion he believed he didn't deserve the Player of the Day Trophy that he won that
day.
He only played five more games before Cystic Fibrosis would hospitalize him again. It looked like Jai would miss another
Grand final.
Jai overcame the odds once again and supported by doctors, nurses and paramedics Jai finally made it to his first Grand final
day. With the team's help Jai received the Winner's Trophy. The cheeky bugger got the ambulance to go through Drive thru
Maccas, a first for an ambulance.
Jai's memory will live on, his story a true inspiration to all. His legacy will be that he helps other kids find the strength within
themselves to face all challenges.
Jai called me coach, but he was the one doing all the teaching. We will never forget you Champion. RIP.
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Milperra Colts
2019 AWARD WINNERS
BEST AND FAIREST DIVISIONAL PLAYERS
Mini League Mod League International League
Ruby Lane Kyle Ebbs Blake Hawes
2018 Ashton Macdonald 2018 Cooper Ward 2018 Paul Alamoti
2017 Ashton Macdonald 2017 Cooper Ward 2017 Jordan Morrison
2016 Matthew Veve 2016 Owen Millar 2016 Kailan Cambey
2015 Cooper Ward 2015 Nicholas Tahan 2015 Jon Moli
2014 Kody Ogden 2014 Jordan Cummins 2014 Jon Moli
2013 Luke Phillips 2013 Daniel Mairi 2013 Taren Wilson
2012 Lisiate Tupou 2012 Joshua Hargreaves 2012 Austyn Pera
2011 Hayden Reti-McClintock 2011 Gabriel Haddad 2011 Harrison Fox
2010 Khaled Hamdan 2010 Joshua Hargreaves 2010 Benjamin Johns
2009 Kyle Werrett 2009 Gabriel Haddad 2009 Ibrahim Rafraf
2008 Layton Bolling 2008 Bailey Gwilliam 2008 Ben Johns
2007 Jay Comino 2007 Dillon McKenzie 2007 Andrew Smith
JUNIOR & SENIOR CHAMPIONS
These were the top awards until 2007
Year Junior Champions Senior Champions Year Junior Champions Senior Champions
2006 Ephram Maere Matt Harding 1992 Danny Price Benjamin Springett
2005 Taine Crompton Michael Taoai 1991 Ryan Moody Ross Oxley/Brett Langford
2004 George Tsikrikas Bryce Langdale 1990 Danny Price Brett Caddy
2003 Klayden Dupre Bryce Langdale 1989 Danny Price/Luke Parker Craig Richardson
2002 Klayden Dupre Bryce Langdale 1988 Jonathan Foley Wayne Hunter
2001 Shane Hudson Tim Winitana 1987 Ryan Snape Geoff Haymes
2000 Kristian Marlow Tim Winitana 1986 Steven Price Matthew Harvey
1999 Tim Winitana Josh Claxton 1985 Justin Holbrook Colin Dodd
1998 Lio Sagato David Claxton,/Andrew Sutton/Christopher Lentholm 1984 Todd Churchill Zoran Todoroski
1997 Ben Davis Sonny Sewell/Shannon Jones 1983 Justin Holbrook Dale Collins
1996 Trent Cutler Chris Brown 1982 Tim Stockings
1995 Ellis Hurworth Gavin Channer 1981 Mark Vella
1994 Trent Cutler Peter Warburton 1980 Steve McGee
1993 Darren Brown Trevor Greaves 1979 Tim Stockings
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Milperra Colts
2019 AWARD WINNERS & LOYALTY RECOGNITION
OTHER AWARDS
CLUB VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Samantha Ross
FRED HAGAN AWARD
Kevin Chambers
MOST IMPROVED TEAM
Under 17 Girls League Tag
CLUB CHAMPIONS
Under 11 Div 3
10 YEAR PLAYERS
Brendon Lecce
5 YEAR PLAYERS
Hadi Abou Chaz Wyatt Bathis Cameron Beynon Kobi Brasch Aiden Lawrence Zeppelin Mcbride
Aiden Passalis Soulja Price Blake Rowlands Jayden Colliver Logan Towers Heavenly Veve
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Canterbury Bankstown
JRLFC AWARDS
Danielle Towers - Karen Folkes Women in League Award
Nicole Bolling Grant Bolling Stephen Crawford
JLO of the Year Elected as a Canterbury Coaching Excellence Award
Bankstown Junior Rugby League Peter Moore Academy
Life Member
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Canterbury-Bankstown
D.J.R.L.F.C AWARDS
Grant Bolling elected as a Canterbury Bankstown Junior Rugby League Life Member in 2019
Shane Crawford won the Coaching Excellence Award at the Peter Moore Academy in 2019
Danielle Towers won “Karen Folkes Women in League” award in 2019
Nicole Bolling won “JLO of the Year” award in 2019
Milperra Colts won “NSW Grassroots Club of the Year” in 2018
Milperra Colts won “Canterbury JRL Club of the Year” in 2018
Logan Towers won “Under 8s Division 2 Canterbury JRL Player of the Year” in 2018
Ashton Macdonald won “Under 9s Division 2 Canterbury JRL Player of the Year” in 2018
Lucas Crowley won “Under 10s Division 2 Canterbury JRL Player of the Year” in 2018
Cooper Ward won “Under 11s Division 2 Canterbury JRL Player of the Year” in 2018
Malia Faioso Won “Under 12s Division 2 Canterbury JRL Player of the Year” in 2018
David Springall won “Canterbury JRL Volunteer of the Year” in 2018
Logan Towers won “Under 7s Canterbury JRL Player of the Year” in 2016
Cooper Ward won “Under 9s Canterbury JRL Player of the Year” in 2016
Kailan Cambey won “Under 13s Canterbury JRL Player of the Year” in 2016
Matthew Leitch won “Canterbury JRL Leading Try Scorer” in 2010
Milperra Colts won “Canterbury JRL Club of the Year” in 2009
Donna Okunbor won “Canterbury JRL Volunteer of the Year” in 2009
Jayden Okunbor won “Canterbury JRL Mod Try Scorer of the Year” in 2009
Fred Hagan elected as a Canterbury Bankstown Junior Rugby League Life Member in 2009
Jayden Okunbor won “Canterbury JRL Best and Fairest Mod Player of The Year” in 2007
Steve Small elected as a Canterbury Bankstown Junior Rugby League Life Member in 2004
Tim Winitana won “Bill Delauney Medal” For best player Under 13s to 16s in 2000
Trent Cutler won “Bill Delauney Medal” For best player Under 13s to 16s in 1999
Steve Small won “Canterbury JRL Club Secretary of the Year” award in 1996
Paul Foley won “Canterbury JRL Club Secretary of the Year” award in 1990
Greg Sankey won “Canterbury JRL Coach of the Year” award in 1987
Justin Holbrook won “Canterbury JRL Best and Fairest Mod Player” in 1986
Milperra Colts were awarded the Junior Club Championship in 1979, 1980 and 1982
S. Thorne won “Bill Delauney Medal” For best player Under 13s to 16s in 1976 and 1978
Club
PREMIERSHIPS
A Grade 1990 Under 11s 1979, 1990, 2008, 2012, 2019
D Grade 1987 Under 10s 1978, 1990, 1991, 1996
Under 19s 2013 Under 9s 1983, 1985, 1987, 1990, 1994, 2004
Under 16s 2000 Under 8s 1979, 2001, 2012
Under 14s 1976, 2017, 2018 Under 7s 1978, 1980, 1983, 1991, 1995, 2010
Under 13s 1975, 1987, 2013, 2016, 2017 Under 6s 1994, 1995
Under 12s 1974, 1980, 1981, 1987, 1990, 1994
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2019 Canterbury
DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVES
Harold Matthews Cup Summer Squad
Braydon Hawes, Brendon Lecce, Harrison Valevatu, Isaiah Liufalani, Iverson Teo, Jake Lane, Jonathan Sua, Lisaite Topou
Lajuan Vito, Paul Alamoti, Solomane Saukuru
Canterbury-Bankstown Under 13’s Development Squad
Blake Hawes, Jarryd Walshe, Brodey Kipa
Canterbury-Bankstown Under 15’s League Tag Rep Squad
Taylah Ward , Hayley Elliot, Trinity Lembo, Medina Manetas, Kayla Klem,
Natalia Stathakopoulos
State & National Representatives
Paul Alamoti (NSW CCC, Australian Under 15’s Merit Team)
Iverson Teo (NSW CHS, Australian Under 15’s Merit Team)
Solomone Saukuru (NSW CHS, Australian Under 15’s Merit Team)
Lajuan Vito (NSW CHS)
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John Abouhaidar’s
UNDER 6B’S COACHES REPORT
Once again another awesome season, the kids and families really loved and enjoyed their footy this season. Always a
pleasure to gather with the kids and parents at training and on game day and catch up. The support and respect I receive
from the parents and children is amazing and humbling.
It is my pleasure to coach all my children, the parents have shown full trust in me to teach and coach their kids the way I feel
right which I am truly grateful for. I heard Craig Bellamy say once, “what makes a great coach is great players”. I thought that
was so true, the kids are so well disciplined, respectful and have great attitudes and values which come from their parents
and make me appear to be a good coach LOL, but in fact it is all them.
I’d like to thank all the coaching staff, Angie with all her managing tasks and always making sure the boys are there at
training and pulling them up every time they get out a line LOL. Richard and last but not least Danny, who is ever reliable and
always willing to try out new drills and my crazy ideas, always supporting me with what I want to do with the team. Always
willing to have long yarns about how we can improve the team and individuals. We have a laugh from time to time about our
expectations and remind ourselves what age group they are. The team gained so much momentum towards the back end of
the season and I didn’t want it to end, really looking forward to 2020. We have a whole lot of new ideas and things we want
to work on with the kids next year.
I hope to see all the same playing group there next year. Once again thank you to all involved for a great season. Coach John
Second Row: Angie Latimer (Manager), John Abouhaidar (Coach), George Fear, Rewi Shepherd, Thomas Makdessi, Jessica Fowler, Richard Makdessi
(Trainer), Daniel Mannah (Trainer)
Front Row: Jacob Abouhaidar, Tomah Shepherd, Phoenix Price-Taimana, Jonathan Mannah, Noah Smith
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Every player is the MVP in Under 6’s
Tomah Shepherd Phoenix Price-Taimana
As anticipated and expected this My quiet achiever, without fail or
was Tomah’s break out year. From question always does what I ask
being one of the best at training of her. Super tuff and holds her
last year week in and week out own with the boys. Very
and not been able to get him to impressive considering she is
translate that on the field. It was a playing up a year. She has always
massive transformation, scoring been a natural runner of the ball
well over 15 tries and really but showed massive improvement
getting involved. He promised me this year particularly in the
at the end of last season that he tackling department, excellent
would play footy this year, he most attitude and a real pleasure to
definitely kept that promise. Super coach.
proud of how far he has come.
Jessica Fowler Jonathan Mannah
Showed great improvement this Still bringing that real high energy
year, late in the season her family and eagerness. One of our loudest
went away on a holiday, But I’m and always excited to train and
convinced they took her to a rugby work hard. He can’t wait till
league clinic. She came back with training starts and is always upset
a sidestep, a palm and was when it’s over. Always trying super
running the ball like a bull. Scored hard and striving to be better. He
a fantastic memorable try late in has taken his defensive game to
the season, she had all the the next level, with a fantastic
parents and our supporters up on tackling technique. And developed
their feet screaming at the top of a unique goose step along the
their lungs cheering her on. way.
George Fear Rewi Shepherd
Still quizzing me with queries on Levi is a naturally talented and
how to improve his game. Works gifted footballer. He possesses a
extremely hard at training to lot of strength, speed and the right
perfect every aspect. Always desire to back it up. Apart from his
eager and keen to have a run and outstanding effort and
get involved in the game, letting achievement this year on the field,
me know exactly when his run is what impressed me the most this
next. Very calculated and holds me season was his discipline and
accountable for everything I say, attitude off the field. His ability to
keeps me on my toes. God help follow and carry out instructions,
me if I don’t do what I say LOL. showed massive personal growth
Showed massive improvement in comparison to past seasons,
this year. extremely proud.
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Every player is the MVP in Under 6’s
Noah Smith Thomas Makdessi
Always greets me with a heart Our future prop, no concept of
filled hug, always smiling and self-preservation or danger,
happy until he steps foot on that always runs hard without fear and
field and then his game face with plenty of determination.
comes on. He has a real Throws himself into tackles and
competitive nature and loves the always willing to put his body on
contact and is always up for the the line for his team. Excellent
challenge. He is our smallest attitude and very disciplined.
player with a massive heart, plays When focused a force to be
as though he is 7 foot tall. Has a reckoned with. Never argues and
great all-round skill set. Always always does what’s asked of him
looking for my approval and has it. without question.
Never gives up on a play or quits.
Jacob Abouhaidar
Took big steps forward,
confidence grew throughout the
season. This was evident in a
number of long distance tries
where he swerved and skewed his
way through the opposition, as
well as his willingness to get up
and play the ball quickly after
some big tackles. His attitude to
defence also improved, with many
times him being the first off, the
line to meet the ball runner. Very
proud of his progress.
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Carl Strauss’
UNDER 6W’S COACHES REPORT
2019 was a great and memorable year for the under 6 W team who were all playing in their first ever season of Rugby
League. They were fortunate to be part of the Superhero Round and the season was capped off with the inaugural Terry Lamb
Gala Day at Belmore Oval. They played 6 short round robin matches on the iconic ground while they met the legend himself
and each player received a signed jersey!
The team showed great potential and displayed they were quick learners right from their first trial game. They played tough
and fair throughout the season, there were many highlights with awesome efforts, scintillating tries, sensational tackles and
passion exhibited each game by all the players. The emphasis being fun, active participation for all and good team spirit.
It was satisfying and a pleasure to coach such an energetic and enthusiastic playing group while seeing their skills and
teamwork develop. It wasn’t all smooth sailing though with a mix of cheers, tears and much needed beers along the way! (In
that order, with the beers consumed responsibly of course as an end of season team lunch celebration at the local club).
Thank you to Jacqui for managing the team, her positivity, organisation, regular communication and updates for the side.
Thank you to Dan for being trainer, for filling in as coach when necessary, your knowledge and experience is appreciated.
Thank you to Charbel for filling in as trainer on the Superhero and Gala Days and for his “motivational pep talks” for the team.
Special mention to coach John from the under 6 B team for his help, support and encouragement for our new team too.
All the parents/families have been amazing and supportive. We have been blessed to have formed a cohesive and united
team. Special mention to those who regularly helped the team at training, pre - game such or assisted in any way such as
Mitch, Ash, Henare and Co. Thank you to all the committee members and volunteers for all their time and hard work to make
this all possible and for the team to have such opportunities.
Finally, I hope all the kids had an enjoyable and positive first year experience playing Rugby League. Hope to see you all back
next year!
Second Row: Jacqueline Cornforth (Manager), Carl Strauss (Coach), Lennox Berry, Lawrence Nukunuku, Maliyaan Compton, Ash Morrell-Pomare,
Daniel Belmonte (Trainer)
Front Row: Joseph Dougal, Charlie Strauss, George Baroud, Keanu Belmonte, Charles Faioso
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Every player is the MVP in Under 6’s
George Baroud Ash Morrell-Pomare
Gentle nature off the field, Well suited to Rugby League,
transforms into a real tough possessing speed, strength and
competitor on game days. A great toughness. Used to the physicality
workload in defence, always gives of contact sports, training in MMA.
100% effort and scored some A try scoring machine with
memorable tries. A good listener opposition teams having great
who was a delight to have in the difficulty stopping him. Gained
team. Finished his season with more confidence in defence
outstanding performances on the towards the end of the season
Gala Day. An emerging talent and pulling off some great tackles and
a player to look out for in 2020! becoming heavily involved in all
aspects of the game.
Charlie Strauss Joseph Dougal
The team’s top try scorer, an A strong runner with the ball,
athletic and dynamic player who making plenty of determined
knows how to find space and beat charges throughout the season
defenders. A busy and capable resulting in plenty of tackle breaks
defender too producing many and some great tries. A capable
great efforts and try saving tackler who is an attentive listener
tackles. Loves the game, has a and consistently trained well.
competitive spirit, just needs to Displayed good sportsmanship, a
develop his discipline to match his pleasure to coach and has a great
talent. attitude.
Maliyaan Compton Charles Faioso
A natural Rugby League player Arguably was all of the following:
with exceptional tackling skills, The youngest, smallest, cutest and
technique and instincts. Led the most courageous player in the
way with his defence, saving team. Playing two age groups up,
countless tries and also scored he was inspiring with his positive
plenty of tries throughout the attitude and whole - hearted
season. A consistent and reliable efforts. Already has developed a
performer with his positive strong fend, which he used to
approach and energetic displays. great effect and pulled off some
Great attitude and enthusiasm for solid tackles. An exciting player to
the game. A pleasure to coach! look out for in the future, watch
this space…
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Every player is the MVP in Under 6’s
Lawrence Nukunuku Keanu Belmonte
Naturally strong, frequently Master “Razzle Dazzle” with
making tackle breaks with every electrifying footwork, agility, speed
run and requiring numerous to burn and natural attacking flair.
defenders to bring him down. A real attacking weapon with ball
Scored some nice tries with in hand, he scored many
determined running, also made memorable tries throughout the
some great tackles and efforts in season. His confidence and
defence throughout the season. involvement improved with
Another player who ended the tackling towards the end of the
season on a high note with season. Shows great potential.
impressive performances at the
Gala Day.
Lennox Berry
A strong all - round game, great
defender who produced
spectacular tackles throughout the
season with an excellent and
effective technique. Scored lots of
impressive tries with a good mix
of speed, strength and evasion. A
consistent and solid performer
who always played well in
matches.
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Matt Walshe’s
UNDER 7’S COACHES REPORT
The under 7 Milperra Colts had an awesome year for 2019. The team played fantastic all year only losing one game. The boys
played strong every game with some textbook tackles and length of the field tries. They have improved immensely from last
year. Dave and I have thoroughly enjoyed coaching and training the side. I can see big potential in the future. I hope all the
boys return for another run next year. I would like to thank all the parents, Dave and Jane for their support all year.
Second Row: Dave Hargreaves (Trainer), Thomas Buxton, Patrick Deegan, Jnr Niu Faioso, Marley Taipari, Matt Walshe (Coach), Jane Buxton (Manager)
Front Row: Jack Archer, Jessie Walshe, Blaine Fuller, Korbyn Bathis, John Moffat, Joe Elias
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Under 7’s
AWARD WINNERS
BEST AND FAIREST BEST AND FAIREST RUNNER UP
John Moffat Jessie Walshe
Johnny or as some of us call him Jessie had a great year for 2019.
the sniper. Is there anything this
kid can’t do? Every year he just keeps
improving with his great attacking
Scoring heaps of tries and tackles skills and defence.
you only see in the NRL.
Jessie was also awesome with
This kid has a very big future and organising his teammates when
the opposition told us this every needed. Hope to see you next
week. year.
COACH’S AWARD MOST IMPROVED PLAYER
Marley Taipari Thomas Buxton
Marley has been with our team for Thomas is another player that has
three years and has played up an improved massively this year.
age for all three.
He has gained a lot of confidence
But you can’t tell he was any with his running with the ball,
younger as he stood out every scoring heaps of tries for his team.
game. Very proud of this kid.
But most of all was his defence,
he was great doing the job for his
mates.
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Jack Archer Korbyn Bathis
Jack had his second year of Korbyn had another great year for
playing rugby league this year and our u7 side making plenty of
hasn’t he improved. tackles and strong runs scoring
plenty of tries for our team.
Gaining more confidence with his
runs scoring a few tries. He keeps improving each year.
Keep it up Korbyn.
Jacks defence improved into the
back end of the season making
some crucial tackles when
needed.
Patrick Deegan Joe Elias
Patrick had his third year with our Joe had his first year of rugby
team, and he didn’t disappoint league.
with his runs and massive
improvement with his tackling. He is a great new addition to our
u7 side.
Most of all he loved playing rugby
league with his teammates. Joe didn’t take long to pick it up
with textbook tackles saving
plenty of tries and scoring heaps
of tries himself.
Jnr Nui Faioso Blaine Fuller
Junior had another massive year Blaine had some great runs when
for our u7 side. his confidence came through.
With his big busting runs and When he got his angry face
great ball skills with off loads. happening there was no one
stopping him.
Junior is a very important part of
our team. See you again next year.
Can’t wait to see him in the future
mixing it up with the big boys.
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Kane McBride’s
UNDER 8’S COACHES REPORT
What a season the Milperra Colts u/8’s delivered in 2019. Every single player in the side should be proud of the effort both on
the field and at training.
At the beginning of the season we were struggling to find the numbers to take the field, starting the pre-season with only 6
players, but we hung in there and with the great support from some key member of the club we managed to grow that
number to 11 just a few weeks into the season.
Many games this year were won off the back of our great defence, the whole team really stepped it up to show some heroic
toughness and stamina throughout. For a group that was only just getting to know each other the team spirit amongst all the
kids was strong!
The team was brilliantly managed by Samantha Ross who did a great effort in organising the scoring, administrative and
communications side of the season. On behalf of the kid’s parents and myself, thanks heaps for all your hard work Sam!
The Training and Coaching was done together by Andrew Renton and Myself. Andrew is a great asset to the club and the kids,
always there to help in any way that he can, somebody give that man a medal will ya? Thanks, from the whole team and a
big thanks from me mate, I couldn’t have done this year without you!
Thanks to all the parents and families for being part of the team and part of the club.
Second Row: Samantha Ross (Manager), Andrew Renton (Trainer), Darius-Cooper Tutuila, Harlem Belmonte, Kaivananga Tutuila, Edward Tobbagi,
Hunter McBride, Kane McBride (Coach)
Front Row: Matthew Renton, Kristian Iannitelli, Eddy Abboud, Sophia Manetas, Michael Ross, Raymond Abouhaidar
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Under 8’s
AWARD WINNERS
BEST AND FAIREST BEST AND FAIREST RUNNER UP
Kristian Iannitelli Michael Ross
Kristian you really brought a spark Michael you had a great season
to the team this year with your this year, great work in at first
great speed and vision in attack. receiver and getting the team
organised in attack.
Really glad to have you in the
Colts now mate! Thanks a lot buddy.
COACH’S AWARD MOST IMPROVED PLAYER
Sophia Manetas Edward Tobbagi
On the field this year you showed Mate as always you are a hard
a fearless approach to your attack worker on the field in all aspects
and defence. of the game.
We expect big things from you This year we saw you step up your
next year. hard running and punishing
tackling.
Thanks for the effort and leading
us.
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Eddy Abboud Raymond Abouhaidar
When you first started, I could see Great work from you in your
that you were not 100% sure of tackling this year mate. I can
your power in attack. By the end really see the more confident you
of the season you were a steam get, the more the other side better
train mate, good on you and keep watch out !! Good stuff buddy and
on pushing. thanks for the comedy routines at
training.
Harlem Belmonte Hunter McBride
Harlem you’re a powerhouse full It was great to see that look of
stop… this year you started with a determination when you got the
cast and a limp but finished with ball and took your hit ups this
great ball work and terrific strong year. When you put your mind to it
running, keep it up. you have super strength and
speed mate. It was great being
your coach this year son.
Matthew Renton Darius-Cooper Tutuila Kaivananga Tutuila
Mathew what a champion effort Good tackling and runs from you Amazing strength and agility
from you this year, you really this year Darius, you have really shown this year from you mate.
stepped up and took charge of great speed. We are looking You were definitely our go-to
the Dummy Half position. forward to seeing more of it next player when we needed to make
Thanks for a great year buddy. year. ground. Good on you buddy, see
you next year!
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Nick Passalis’
UNDER 9 DIV 2’S COACHES REPORT
What can I say we started the season with a great win and finished the season with a great win.
I enjoyed the season particularly watching these boys work hard and be competitive in every game even when we had no
reserves and played short at times. Please keep your heads up because allot of our games could have gone either way and
we could have easily played semi-final footy.
A BIG thank you to my trainer David Towers for helping with the training duties and the team cannot run as smoothly as it did
without the tireless efforts by the best manager in the club, thank you Sam Ross for all your hard work. Also, a big thank you
to all the players from the Under 8’s & other 9 side for helping us out this year. See you all back next year.
Second Row: Nick Passalis (Coach), Logan Towers, Jordan Allotta, William Ross, Dave Towers (Trainer), Samantha Ross (Manager)
Front Row: Aiden Passalis, Joshua Cartwright, Mikhai-James Darnley, Rorey Fuller, Dane Jr Bathis
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Under 9 Div 2’s
AWARD WINNERS
BEST AND FAIREST BEST AND FAIREST RUNNER UP
Logan Towers Mikhai-James Darnley
The Best & Fairest player once Mikhai’s first year as a colt and I
again for 2019, Logan was our definitely hope it’s not the last
main attacking and defensive what a great addition to our colt’s
weapon on the team. family.
Also, once again he was a leading Mikhai had a fantastic year in both
try scorer and the boys relied on attack and defence. Is one of our
him to get us on the front foot. popular members of the team and
Logan always led by example and showed this year he is also one of
had another great year. the quickest. Well done on a great
year see you again next year.
Thanks for your SUPERB year and
loved watching you play, see you
next year.
COACH’S AWARD MOST IMPROVED PLAYER
Rorey Fuller Josh Cartwright
Rorey one of our speedsters in the Josh showed us this year that he
side. Scored some great long tries had plenty of heart and put his
this year with his sheer pace and body on the line to make some
was our dummy half for most of tackles that needed to be made
the year. during games.
His defensive work improved and Always gives his best on game
provided some memorable day and scored a few memorable
moments. tries this year. Josh has improved
out of sight in both attack &
Well done Rorey on a fantastic defence.
season in both attack and
defence. Well done Josh see you again next
year.
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William Ross Aiden Passalis
Billy is a player that is passionate Aiden is one of our tackling
about the game of rugby league. machines in the team and always
He is getting better and better as leads by example in defence. He is
he gets older and had a fantastic also our talker/organiser on game
year in attack with some day and bleeds black & green.
solid/hard determined runs this
year. This is Aiden’s 5th year for the
colts and loves nothing better than
Billy you should be proud with the getting his body in front in
great year you had, and you will defence. Great year little mate.
get better and better with age.
Jordan Allotta Dane (DJ) Bathis
Played his 4th season with the One of the smallest players in our
Colts and had a very good year. squad but definitely one with a big
His attack is great and scored heart. Ran straight and hard in
some excellent tries with his attack and is not afraid to put his
elusiveness this year. body on the line in defence.
Also, his defence has improved Great job DJ keep playing footy
over the years. Well done Jordon and hope to see u back next year.
on a great season, hope to see
you back next year.
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Scott Lane’s
UNDER 9 DIV 3’S COACHES REPORT
These kids took us on a brilliant journey this year. At the beginning of the year we were a team hoping to make the
semi-finals and by the end of the year we were grand finalists.
The improvement made throughout the year was a credit to the kids with the effort they put in at training and on game day
and a credit to our trainers, manager and every parent in our team. I believe we have a team full of potential for next year and
hope all come back for another year in the under 10s.
Second Row: Marcel Eid (Trainer), Scott Lane (Coach) Laurent-Rae Ioane, Isaac Hamon, Zachariah Eid, Ruby Lane, William Hamon (Trainer),
Shannon Ioane (Manager)
Front Row: Daniel Zoabi, Emily Buxton, Jordan Goymour, Zeppelin Mcbride, Connor Regan, Xavier Ellis
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Under 9 Div 3’s
AWARD WINNERS
BEST AND FAIREST BEST AND FAIREST RUNNER UP
Ruby Lane Danny Zoabi
Ruby put everything she had into Another dummy half with great
every game this year, she was vision, no one can make you pay
tireless in attack and defence. like Danny if you turn your back
on him.
A consistent help for me to relay
messages and to get the side Danny’s defence is second to
ready for the next play. Our best none, he is tenaciousness and his
talker and organiser this year. intensity is inspiring.
Our Best and fairest this year is Best and Fairest Runner up but
Ruby, it was very impressive to only very closely, absolute stand
see an Under 9s team doing X’s out this year.
and set moves this year with her
help.
COACH’S AWARD MOST IMPROVED PLAYER
Zachariah Eid Connor Regan
Our most reliable player, he played Connor had the best year I’ve seen
out of his skin this year. him play to date. His vision in
attack from dummy half and in
He always ran hard and tackled general play was sensational this
hard and got better and better as year.
the year went on.
Also made many try saving
His defence kept us in the games tackles against kids mostly much
throughout the semis and in the bigger than him this year.
grand final.
Toughed it out often with bigger
Well done great year. competitors, my most improved
award goes to him for his efforts.
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Emily Buxton Xavier Ellis
Emily worked hard this year, Great first year as one of our
gaining in confidence as the year smallest, he is not scared to put
wore on. his body in front of much bigger
attackers.
Emily made some great runs and
some great tackles this year. I Loves to run as well and with
hope she built her enjoyment of more games under his belt he will
the game and self-belief; her be a force to be reckoned with.
improvement has been noticed by First year player and got in late.
many, and there is always room in
the game for the girls. Xavier has a lot of potential and
looking forward to seeing him fulfil
it next year.
Jordan Goymour Isaac Hamon
Gaining in confidence this year, he This is Isaac’s first year of footy
made many hard runs through the and he should be very proud of
middle this year including one himself.
from halfway to score a try.
Isaac is a talented player and next
With more self-belief you will be year should be an exciting year for
hard to stop as you have shown him.
already.
Always unpredictable because he
doesn’t listen, but this adds to the
excitement and unpredictability of
Isaac’s game.
Laurent-Rae Ioane Zeppelin McBride
Great year again from Louie, he Had a good year, his runs are
was always there to finish off in getting harder and he is putting
defence and his running game effort in his defence.
was great.
Zep is an enforcer on the field and
He was very hard to stop if he got makes anyone who runs at him
outside his defender. second guess their next effort.
With more self-belief and Zep is very committed and can’t
confidence, he will be an asset in wait for what he gives us next
any team and always plays year.
selflessly.
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Stephen Crawford’s
UNDER 10’S COACHES REPORT
After an unsettled start to the year due to players departing and new ones arriving, the under 10s took to the mod field for the
first time. After a few weeks of the extra space in the field being “no man’s land”, we started to discover that we could use
our forwards to grind up the middle and spread it wide and get around our opponents.
The new players began to adapt well to the team and the club culture, and we started to develop some real go forward. We
tried many combinations throughout the year in the halves and the players fit really well into their positions. Due to an
unfortunate draw, we ended up facing a few tough teams who questionably should have been in a higher division.
We finished the season just shy of the finals but had a few of the results which were really close gone in our favour, we would
have had a real shot this year. Looking forward to working with this team next year. Thanks to all of the kids, the parents, and
the assistant coaches and our manager for a great season.
Second Row: Craig Chegwidden (Trainer), Brad Horn (Trainer), Katie Lawrence (Manager), Jye Conlan-Bullock, Ryan Hogan, Rowan McClelland,
Lauren Fowler, Cameron Beynon, Jett Chegwidden, Stephen Crawford (Coach), Craig Lawrence (Trainer)
Front Row: Kyle Ebbs, Aiden Lawrence, Rhythm Taria, Soulja Price, Wyatt Bathis, Rylan Phillips, Karliah Green
Absent: Kruz Malai
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Under 10’s
AWARD WINNERS
BEST AND FAIREST BEST AND FAIREST RUNNER UP
Kyle Ebbs Soulja Price
Always the first to strap on his Due to his blistering speed, Soulja
boots, a true lover of rugby league. found himself shifting through
defenders with ease.
Kyle adapted to a change of
position this year really well and He took on his role within the
showed his passion week in and team and is adapting to the game
week out. really well.
COACH’S AWARD MOST IMPROVED PLAYER
Jett Chegwidden Wyatt Bathis
A wrist injury disrupted a great Wyatt this year has shown a great
season for Jett’s progression. increase in maturity on the field
and within himself without losing
During his weeks on the sideline his charismatic nature.
he grew a hunger to return and
when he finally did, he made an This has shown through his effort
immediate impact. at training and on game day.
A boost of confidence allowed him
to run and tackle harder than he
has before.
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Jye Conlan-Bullock Rowan McClelland
Jye was a great asset to welcome Rowan has improved a lot since
to the team, coming from rugby last year, his involvement in the
union his defence and field game has increased and he is
awareness was strong. starting to better understand his
role on the field.
He transitioned really well and
began to understand the game With more training, we could see
and when to position himself at Rowan as a tough competitor.
key times.
Ryan Hogan Rhythm Taria
Another newcomer to the team, Rhythm was welcomed as a great
Ryan showed his skills from his addition to the team this year.
soccer background such as the
strength of his kicking, his speed A real improvement in his defence,
and elusive running which made and awareness in whichever
him a great addition to the team. position he was given made him a
valuable member of the team.
Lauren Fowler Cameron Beynon
Lauren’s willingness to keep A hard, strong runner, who’s solid
improving showed week after defence was showcased again
week as she really started to be a this year.
voice on the field and positioned
herself in the team. A core member of the squad who
worked tirelessly to improve his
An injury late in the season halted fitness which showed in the final
Lauren from reaching her games of the season.
potential.
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Kruz Malai Aiden Lawrence
A shy person, who didn’t shy away Aiden’s eagerness to be involved
from any attacker on the field. in every aspect of training and the
game showed his growing
Would consistently make tackle passion.
after tackle and the other teams
had no chance of getting by him. Positional changes showed his
versatility wherever required
Departed the team at the end of which became a great asset to the
the season, he will be missed. team.
Rylan Phillips Karliah Green
Having Rylan join us this year was A real surprise when we saw a
a great boost to the team. new girl to the team who put her
hand up to match it with rest.
His understanding of the game
made it easy to fit him in any Her attitude to the game was on a
position which showed when he high level which showed when
would take up whatever task she would just tuck the ball in her
required. arm and run at any defender
regardless of who they were.
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Kevin Chambers’
UNDER 11’S COACHES REPORT
A coming of Age. 2019 was a very memorable year for the young colts from the u11s.
Devastatingly we lost our teammate Jai Bruynius-Greene. The little warrior had fought a long battle with Cystic Fibrosis which
he lost on the 21/8. Jai had recovered from a double lung transplant and amazingly was able to take the field in our first
game of the season against the Bankstown Bulls. It was the most courageous effort I’ve witnessed on a footy field. However,
his condition worsened, and Jai spent most of the season in hospital. Fortunately, Jai was able to witness the highlight of our
season, a victory over the Moorebank Rams in the Grand final. Jai’s funeral at Killara was a special day and a true indication
that the Colts are a real Family Club. Thank-you to all for the kind thoughts, soothing words, generous donations of time and
gifts, I have never been prouder of my club.
On the field the team took their football to another level. Our defence was aggressive and was backed up with good line
speed. Our attack was exciting with good ball movement. The first receivers were taking the ball at speed bringing our
runners onto the ball. The forwards ran ‘*’ and ‘y’ plays to open up the opposition defences. This would take place with the
understanding that the two most important things we needed to play well was Effort and Attitude. Of course, this was only
possible because of the great attitude the boys showed at training.
A highlight of the season was the team’s first footy trip. We participated in the National Primary Games held in Tamworth. The
team played 5 games on Saturday and 4 games on Sunday against teams form across NSW and one team from Brisbane. We
finished the weekend a credible 3 suffering only 1 loss and 1 draw. It was a fantastic bonding experience for our team, and
they returned to Sydney a much closer and fitter footy team only weeks before our Finals campaign. Thank you to all who
contributed to our fundraising for our trip and to the Club for their generous support.
The boys were in peak form coming into our finals campaign. The major semi-final was against our arch nemesis the East
Hills Bulldogs who had defeated us in a previous Grand final. Fortunately, we were too strong on the day and a strong victory
set up a surprising clash with the Moorebank Rams. The boys were not to be denied and played well again to win the Title
28-6. Congratulations boys on a fantastic season which your efforts on the training paddock produced success on the field.
Second Row: Anthony Barrett (Trainer), George Tuimaseve, Osaiasi Leha, Lucas Crowley, Issa Derbas, Izaiah Marinos, Kevin Chambers (Coach),
Rikki Barrett (Manager)
Front Row: Christopher Inatea, Jayden Colliver, Joshua Nangle, Jarai Faioso, Jake Barrett, Hadi Abou Chaz, Jai Bruynius-Greene
Absent: Youssef Derbas (Trainer)
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Under 11’s
AWARD WINNERS
BEST AND FAIREST BEST AND FAIREST RUNNER UP
Lucas Crowley Hadi Abou Chaz
Captain-Lucas would single The heart of a lion. GF player of
handedly change the course of a the day and Tamworth Colts player
game. of the weekend.
Either with a damaging try scoring He is one of the smallest in the
run or multiple big hits Lucas team, but he gives 100% every
would lift our team and at the game and never gives up.
same time demoralise the
opposition. Hadi has the 2 key ingredients
courage and commitment. He
Had a great year. added ball playing to his list of
skills this year.
COACH’S AWARD MOST IMPROVED PLAYER
Jake Barrett George Tuimaseve
Aka the Axe- a tackling machine The team joker who kept everyone
that kept the ruck nice and safe. laughing.
Improved running game scoring a Trained hard all year and was able
few tries as well. Fantastic attitude to get himself real fit.
at training and at game time
which led to continual Was devastating with his strong
improvement. hit ups especially running ‘x’s off
Chris.
Also matured into a team player
showing concern for all his
teammates.
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Jai Bruynius-Greene Jayden Colliver
Showed enormous courage and Turtle- this was turtles best
commitment over the years just to season in a couple of years.
play, a little Lion.
Defended strongly and was able to
RIP Champion. find the try line with smart
running.
Issa Derbas Jarai Faioso
Another player who saved his best The Hitman- laid the platform for
game for the GF. many of our wins with his cousin
George.
Issa has all the ingredients to
become one of the best players, His strong first up hit ups put the
he just needs to believe in himself. opposition on the back foot
allowing our wider runners to take
advantage.
The opposition players quickly
learnt to steer clear of the Hitman
and his bruising defence.
Christopher Inatea Osaiasi Leha
Another player who gave 100% at Another strong season.
training and during games.
His combination of speed, strength
His ball playing at first receiver and footwork made him
was great often opening up holes dangerous every time he touched
for George and Lucas. the ball.
Another strong defender who A strong defender with very few
would clean up any missed opponents getting past him.
tackles.
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