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The Ballina Under 8s team played Lismore. With Lismore having more players they loaned Ballina players on a rotation system. The game showcased the true spirit of rugby with great improvement shown on passing and positional play. An Excellent game to be involved with and Tom Hart from Ballina did a great job as referee. The wonderful attitude demonstrated from both Ballina and Lismore’s coach and players was a definite highlight.

The Under 10s played competition leaders Lismore Green. While the score was similar to the last time we played Lismore Green, the actual game was a huge improvement with Ballina getting back to good defence that really worried the Lismore side. Haydon and Zach led the way with great games. Haydon’s running and Zach’s all-round game continually caused problems for the Lismore side. Ballina showed that next year with some more experience they will be a force in the competition. The coaches are very proud of all the players. Referee Emily Hart, allowed the game to flow with the emphasis being on kids playing rugby as per the ARU guidelines for Mini Rugby. Emily is developing into a fine referee.

The Under 12s played Lismore in the third game of the night and although behind on the scoreboard at the final whistle, this is an impressive team. The ability to put multiple phases off attacking rugby together and their backline ball movement are two major strengths of this Under 12s squad. They have undoubtedly provided some of the most exciting junior rugby played at home this season.

The 13s came up against a Wollongbar team that put more than 60 points on them last time they met. The boys managed to halve that score line this time around and this was definitely an impressive performance by the Ballina lads. They tackled their hearts out and committed themselves to the breakdown throughout the entire match. It was a full 50 minute team performance and all of the players deserve a pat on the back for what could be a defining game in their development as rugby players. A great effort boys which was reflected in coach Craig Dangar’s satisfied smile at both half and full time.

The club has been planning this event for quite some time and apart from being something a little different, Ballina Rugby club will also be the host sponsor for the night. We have been given the naming rights for each race. 

The cost for the night is $20 per person which includes bus and entry. The night doubles as a fundraiser for the club with all the proceeds raised through ticket sales and race sponsorship going back to the club.

 So come along on TUESDAY, 27^th JULY and get involved – BALE up your friends, the more the merrier! Buses will be leaving the club at 5.30pm (First race 6.30pm) and departing Lismore at approximately 10pm (Last race 9.40pm).

 We need to confirm numbers in the next week or two so please RSVP at your earliest opportunity and no later that Thursday 22^nd July.

 We hope you can make it!

On a very cold and damp night Ballina took on Lennox at Lennox. Under trying conditions better suited to penguins, the Ballina side showed a great deal of courage narrowly losing to the Lennox side. All players showed grit and never gave up with Ryley leading the way.   The coaches continue to be impressed and are very proud of all the players.

Report by Brett McClintock

This week, Round 8 for Friday 11th June, there are two changes. The under 12s now play at 6:15 at Lennox Head and the Under 13s play at 6:30 at Casino. The Under 13s are all to meet at the Ballina club house at 4:45pm to organise transport so that no player is left behind.

The Bangalow side arrived at Ballina to take on a very buoyant Ballina U10′s still full of excitement from their first win the previous week. Bangalow started off very well and were 2 tries ahead before the Ballina boys could get into the contest. Not one of the Ballina side panicked and as a result the game started to turn as Ballina were turning defence into attack and showing a real hunger for the ball. Dre, Malik, Heath and Ryley again took on the Bangalows bigger boys and with their improved technique and their desperation, they continually got possession for the Ballina side. Hamish and Jarrod ran with purpose and scored tries that brought Ballina back into the contest and with Hamish converting both, Ballina were in front at half time. Ballina continued in the same vein in the second half and with Aleki scoring his first try as well as making a fine dash down the sidelines Ballina came out on top. Hayden and Kyuss maintained their fine form to trouble the Bangalow defence with some fine running. A tough, close game of football where the boys really showed how much they have improved both individually but more importantly as a team. The coaches and I am sure all the families and spectators were very proud of their efforts.

-          Brett McClintock

All players from the 8s, 10s & 16s were given a copy on Friday night, so if any parents haven’t seen a copy, go digging in your son’s or daughter’s footy bag. The newsletter will be scrunched up between the dirty socks and stinky chest & shoulder protectors. The 13s and 12s will receive a copy at training on Wednesday. The next four rounds of games are printed at the end of the newsletter, so make sure it makes it onto the fridge door for quick reference.

Under13s                                                                                                                                             The Under 13s played Grafton in a game that finished in cold and wet conditions. Grafton have struggled a bit this year and the 13s were grateful for Grafton’s dedication in making the long trek up with only 13 players. To Grafton’s credit they put in right to the final whistle in what turned out to be a one sided affair in favour of our boys. Ballina loaned a couple of players to Grafton and those boys all put in 100% effort for the Redmen.
From the kick off, Ballina played with an intensity that has been building since the season started. Attacking from our own try line, the first try after two minutes set the tone, with Ballina scoring a total of five tries from plays starting within our own 22.
The team tackled their hearts out, again showing improvement from last week, and vindicating the decision to train in the wet on Wednesday night.
Matt scored 5 tries with 3 of these starting within his own 22 and kept well away from the sideline (which has been his achilles heel for the last few weeks). Brad scored 3 tries, and for someone who had never played before this season, has picked up the game exceptionally well.
Special mention needs to go to Kenny, Dion and Darcy who all played for Evans Head (who were short on players) in the Under 12s and then backed up for the Under 13s.
With 10 players who have never played rugby before this season, the guys are finally hitting their straps and all signs are great for the rest of the season with an amazing rise in the standard of play from the team. A special mention needs to go to Guy, Travis and Jake’s mothers who forgot to bring the champagne to celebrate the first win of the year.