Glyn Rees, Allora Advertiser
The Wattles Junior Warriors enjoyed a great day of undefeated junior rugby league in superb weather last Saturday in Stanthorpe contesting Round 7 Warwick & District Junior Rugby League fixtures against the Stanthorpe junior Gremlins.
Willett Electrical Under 7
Wattles Under 7’s excelled against the Gremlins proving way too strong across the field in attack and defence as they dominated the game.
Dalrymple Landscape & Haulage Under 9
It was another convincing win for the Warriors Under 9 team as they continued their purple patch of form against the Gremlins, running in seventeen tries to four winners.
Coach Chris Ryan felt it was “especially good to see the whole team contributing to the win with seven individual try scorers.
Black Toyota, Warwick Under 10
A very productive day in Stanthorpe for Wattles Under 10’s.
Thursday at training the team worked on conserving energy and working in defensive corridors.
“This paid dividends with a very nice defensive line all day” according to coach Ian Brady.
Ryanie for Tyres Under 12
Wattles Under 12 coach George Gall was very impressed with his team’s winning result.
“Our attack was good, and while the defence was patchy, all players performed well.
Three Under 11 players stepped up a grade, many thanks to Mick Willet who hit the ball up well, Levi Zadow, Emilia Walker and Jade Bailey who all put in polished efforts.
Nutrien Harcourts Clifton Under 13
At the top of the Warwick & District premiership ladder Wattles Under 13’s enjoyed an overwhelming 42-6 win, although coach Glen McMillan felt the scoreline didn’t really reflect the game.
The Warriors high standard defence was the highlight of the match.
All In Electrical Under 15 Girls League Tag
Coach George Berry felt the early start at journey south might explain his team being a bit out of sorts in the first ten minutes.
The Warrior girls soon altered their focus though playing with discipline and intent and controlled the game.
According to coach Berry, “the team’s ability to turn around slow starts, along with their strength right across the park is a positive sign coming into the second round of the competition.”
Drayton Medical Centre Under 15
In what was a tough match against Stanthorpe, the Wattles Under 15 line-up were able to show some resilience to come from behind on the scoreboard to take the win 22 – 10.
The game was filled with errors from both teams in the first half.
An improved second half from the Warriors led to three tries and earning them the win.
Club Hotel, Clifton Under 17 Ladies League Tag
Wattles totally dominated their Stanthorpe opponents in the Under 17 ladies league tag match with a convincing 60 – 0 result.
Alex Gilmore (3), Teeah Davis (2), Abbey Monckton (2), Steph Lyons (2), Tayah Wallis and Billie-Leigh Gorringe.
Steph Lyons was well on target with her kicking boot with kicking eight successful conversions.
Hamblin Builders Under 17
A 34 – 10 win over Stanthorpe by Wattles Under 17 side has them firmly on second rung of the premiership ladder.
Hamish Gartery took full advantage of the extra room at fullback running in a hat trick of tries, while centre Ben Barbierato notched up a double.
Halfback Billy Peardon directed play well at halfback in an overall pleasing team performance according to coach Shane Wright.
Forwards Darcy Betts, McCabe Miller & Nick Hearn led the pack forward effectively.
Wattles 34
(Hamish Gartery 3, Ben Barbierato 2, Jack Phelan, Adrian Titus tries; Ben Barbierato 2, Bryce Stewart goals).
Round 8
Wattles Juniors head to Warwick on Saturday June 10th to take on the Eastern Suburbs Hornets at St Marks Sports Grounds.
This article appeared in the Allora Advertiser, 7 June 2023.
