Grand Final bound. 🏉🔥
The Northern/Eltham/Shepparton U14 boys headed to Deer Park for their semi final, taking on ladder leaders Harlequins with a spot in the Grand Final on the line.
Harlequins struck first, scoring an early converted try from an intercept. Our boys did not let their heads drop, responding with some huge defensive hits from Joshua and Eli before winger Paletuatoa crossed for our first try.
From there, the boys really put their foot down. Chayton added another try, with Eli slotting a long range conversion. Strong defensive work from the forwards, some bone crunching tackles and quality turnovers kept Harlequins under pressure.
Halfback Jonny was delivering quick ball from the ruck, creating plenty of opportunities in attack. Three more converted tries from Axerxes, Donovan and Eli saw the boys head into half time with a commanding 33-7 lead.
Harlequins came out firing after the break and threw everything at our boys, scoring consecutive tries. Even when reduced to 12 players following yellow cards, the boys showed incredible composure and determination, continuing to fight their way through.
Further tries to Tanyn, Axerxes and Donovan sealed the victory and secured the boys’ place in the Grand Final.
FINAL SCORE: Northern/Shepparton/Eltham 50 Harlequins 33
What an incredible effort from the entire team to defeat the ladder leaders and earn their spot in the big dance. The boys have worked hard all season, and now they have one final challenge ahead.
One more game
- GRAND FINAL — Saturday 5 September
- 11:00am kick off
- Powerhouse Rugby Club
- Northern/Shepparton/Eltham v Powerhouse
One more game. One more push. Let’s get behind the boys and bring home the trophy! 🏆🖤💛
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