Junior Match Reports: Round 7
Under 10s (19-17 v Bangalow)
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
