Round 2 in the WLG Central Coast Rugby competition Premier 1 on April 12 saw the Razorbacks trounce Warnervale 62-7, Avoca Beach account for Gosford/Kariong 33-15, Terrigal beat Northlakes/The Bay 33-12 and Woy Woy go down to Lake Macquarie 38-18.
The Avoca Beach community will be delighted with their Premier 1 side, as they closed out a successful day at Heazlett Park with a victory over Gosford/Kariong.
Both teams, seeking redemption after Round 1, delivered an improved performance in Round 2.
Avoca’s five tries to Gosford/Kariong’s two made the difference, securing a well-deserved win.
Jake Hubbard’s hat-trick at Woongarrah was one of many highlights in the Razorbacks’ dominant win over Warnervale.
The outside backs, including Edan Sirone, Kumudika Gunaratne and Jake Hubbard, demonstrated exceptional skill, accumulating points during the latter stages of the first half.
The Razorbacks continued their dominance in the second half, ensuring a resounding 62-7 victory, keeping them at the top of the table.
At Slade Park, Northlakes/The Bay applied persistent pressure on Terrigal throughout the match.
Despite a 19 point victory, Terrigal faced a formidable challenge from the home side’s dynamic play.
Nevertheless, Terrigal’s well organised defence secured the win.
The highly anticipated clash at Woy Woy Oval between the Lions and Lake Macquarie Roos did not disappoint.
The north versus south rivalry was a spectacle, with both teams showcasing their skills under perfect conditions.
Lake Macquarie edged out Woy Woy through superior breakdown work and effective offloading, creating opportunities for their backs to shine.
The Roos’ 38-18 victory was hard-fought, but Woy Woy’s competitive spirit bodes well for the 2025 season.
Both clubs are poised for significant campaigns.
In the women’s competition, a pair of hat-tricks by Katie O’Mara and Emily Neville-Smith facilitated Terrigal’s decisive 49-10 victory over Northlakes/The Bay at Slade Park.
The seasoned Trojan team efficiently recycled the ball, creating opportunities that allowed the visiting side to effectively stretch the Northlakes/The Bay defence.
Despite the loss, the home team’s performance showed promise for the upcoming 2025 season.
Lake Macquarie demonstrated an exemplary performance against Woy Woy, securing a 40-5 victory at Woy Woy Oval.
At Woongarrah, the Razorbacks overcame a deficit to claim a 12-5 victory over Warnervale.
The home team controlled the first half with powerful runs up the middle, but the second half saw a shift in momentum.
The Razorbacks capitalised on quick ball movement at the ruck and precise passing to score two decisive tries.
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