​CENTRAL COAST RUGBY UNIONRESULTS
SATURDAY, 29th July, 2017
ROUND 15
 
 
PREMIER 1 (bonus points in brackets)
 
Ourimbah                    39 (1)
Caleb Pritchard 2, Josefa Biu, Brenton Law, Sam Kearney, Ryan Fenning tries;
Rob Richardson 3 conversions, 1 penalty goal
 
defeated
Kariong                       21       
Yulari Smith, Blake Silvester tries;
Scott Hanley 1 conversion, 3 penalty goals
 
 
Avoca Beach               38 (1)
Blake Jacob, Josh Parish, Pat Wheatley, Mitch Jacob, Matt Anderson, Connor Kondrat tries;
Connor Kondrat 4 conversions
 
defeated
Woy Woy                   36 (2)
Damien Fleming, Zac Doake-Stride, Jordan Nikora, Hesse Polaula, Eparama Tuka tries;
Jordan Nikora 3 conversions;
Alex Moore 1 conversion;
Fokolulu Taumololo 1 penalty goal
 
 
Warnervale                 60 (1)
Mitchell Riley 2, Scott Fitzpatrick, Jack Hogan, Ketoni Toutai, Daniel Ford, Tevita Moala, Mitchell Johnson tries;
Cameron McNamara 7 conversions, 2 penalty goals
 
defeated
Gosford                       24 (1)
Jackson Steinbeck 2, Adam Howe, Daniel Glaves tries;
Adam Howe 1 conversion;
Josh Reid 1 conversion
 
 
Terrigal                       68 (1)
Frankie Webber 3, Dan Sargeant, Pat Niurua, Adam Dankert, Ryan Metcalfe, Sam Kenny, Daniel Hilton, Brent Merritt tries;
Adam Danckert 7 conversions;
Sekope Maea 1 conversion;
Frankie Webber 1 conversion
 
defeated
Hornsby                        5       
Lachlan Skulander try
 
 
PREMIER 2 (bonus points in brackets)
Ourimbah        45 (1)  Kariong           12
Woy Woy       25        Avoca Beach   10       
Gosford           36 (1)  Warnervale     19
Terrigal           57 (1)  Hornsby            0                      
 
 
PRESIDENTS CUP (bonus points in brackets)
Ourimbah        78 (1)  Kariong            7
Avoca Beach   24        Woy Woy       21 (1) 
Gosford           64 (1)  Warnervale       0
Terrigal           20 (1)  Hornsby            0       
The Entrance  17        The Lakes         3
 
 
COLTS (bonus points in brackets)
Kariong           45 (1)  Terrigal             5
Avoca Beach   27 (1)  Woy Woy         7       
 
 
REPORT :
 
Things are hotting up in Central Coast rugby union and results yesterday still see the race to the Final Four very wide open.
 
The Match of the Day saw Ourimbah cement second place on the competition ladder when they defeated the third placed Kariong by 39 points to 21 at Ourimbah Rugby Park. Ourimbah played concerted rugby all day and having scored 6 tries to 2 in the match were the deserved victors. Ourimbah had the better of both halves. They got away to an excellent start and by halftime led by 20 points to 9. It was a comfortable lead but one that they knew could not be taken for granted. The Ourimbah backline were proving dangerous all game. The backs were able to score several long range tries and every time they had the ball in hand they were proving dangerous. Kariong had very little answer to their backline attack. Best for Ourimbah were backs Ryan Fenning, Brenton Law, Caleb Pritchard, and Rob Richardson. However players such as lock Josefa Biu and No.8 Sam Kearney were able to secure good ball at the set piece to enable their backs to attack. Kariong were always trying to get back into the match but could not get any real go forward. All the Kariong team tried hard but on the day none were better than lock Rob Brown, five-eight Mitch Clay and prop Cory Holwill. The win sees Ourimbah, like Terrigal, now ensured of a semi-final spot and their task now will be to secure a Major Semi-final place. Kariong are still in third spot but they know they have three teams very close behind them in the race to the Finals.
 
In a thrilling game of rugby at Woy Woy Oval, Avoca Beach were able to hang on to defeat Woy Woy by 38 points to 36. The first half was a totally even battle with both teams going try for try for the entire first 40 minutes. Both teams, when they were on attack within the opposition twenty-two, were able to cross for a try. The match was certainly proving entertaining for the crowd. However it was Avoca Beach who were able to go the halftime break leading by 21 points to 17, with the match certainly able to go either way at that stage. Both teams were making their mark, and the quite warm conditions were proving a test for some of the players. Although Woy Woy started the second half well they were unable to post points. In fact it was Avoca Beach who took the ascendancy when from the 10th to the 25th minute mark of this half they were able to cross for three vital tries. Some may have been against the run of play, but it was Avoca Beach who were setting the standard at this stage of the match. They had increased their halftime lead to 38 points to 17 and a victory appeared to be all sealed up. However Woy Woy suddenly started to put things together and they were able to cross for their own three quick tries and were able to control the final 10 minutes of the match. However time had run out and Avoca Beach were able to hang for a very important victory. Best players for Avoca Beach were flanker Blake Jacob, lock Emile Thomas, centre Matt Anderson and five-eight Mitch Jacob. Woy Woy were best served by the Fleming brothers, Corey and Damien, five-eight Jordan Nikora and centre Blake Arahill. Woy Woy are still positioned in fourth spot but have two teams breathing down their necks, and one of these is Avoca Beach. It makes for an exciting final three rounds of local rugby.
 
Warnervale continued their good recent form with a resounding win over Gosford by 60 points to 24 at Woongarrah Oval. It was all Warnervale from start to finish. Warnervale led by 31 points to 12 at the halftime break and were able to continue in the same vein in the second half when they scored a further 29 points. It was certainly one of their better efforts this season, and they certainly controlled all phases of the match. Gosford had no answer, and were never in a position to trouble the home team. Best players for Warnervale were Pat Walton, Zac McGowan, Simiote Teekafa, and Mitchell Riley who crossed for two individual tries. Best for Gosford was Jackson Steinbeck who crossed for 2 tries. Warnervale, with this win, remain in fifth spot on the competition ladder and can see the Finals but know they must win all games from now on if they are to make it.
 
Terrigal continued on their winning ways with a huge win over Hornsby at The Haven Oval, running out victors by 68 points to 5. Terrigal were always in charge and never looked like losing their undefeated record this season. They led from start to finish and although by halftime they only led by 14 points to nil. In the first half Hornsby were certainly taking the battle to them in that first half and making them earn their points. However the second half saw Terrigal really open up. Best for Terrigal were winger Pat Niurua, lock Joe Taylor, prop Dan Hilton, and fullback Frankie Webber who posted 17 individual points in the match with 3 tries and a goal. Hornsby gave it their all and their halfback Ben Astley had a resounding match for the entire 80 minutes.
 
The Entrance defeated The Lakes in the President’s Cup match at Slade Park by 17 points to 3 which proved a hard fought clash from start to finish.

​CENTRAL COAST RUGBY UNIONRESULTS
SATURDAY, 22nd July, 2017
ROUND 14
 
PREMIER 1 (bonus points in brackets)
 
Terrigal                       33 (1)
Sekope Maea 3, Dan Sargeant 2 tries;
Adam Danckert 4 conversions
 
defeated
Avoca Beach               12       
Blake Jacob, Josh Parish tries;
Connor Kondrat 1 conversion
 
 
Woy Woy                   37 (1)
Damien Fleming 2, Chris Hitch, Fokolulu Taumololo, Corey Fleming, Nick Garnett tries;
Fokolulu Taumololo 2 conversions, 1 penalty goal
 
defeated
Gosford                       29 (1)
Adam Howe, Chris Heap, Jackson Steinbeck, Brenton Wagner, Adam Carlisle tries;
Damien Montgomery 2 conversions
 
 
Warnervale                 57 (1)
Kevin McNamara 2, Scott Fitzpatrick 2, Jack Hogan 2, Cameron McNamara, Josh Holman, Atunasia Turageveci tries;
Cameron McNamara 6 conversions
 
defeated
The Lakes                   19       
Harry Pirini, Semisi Saitadra tries, Penalty Try;
Corey Douglas 2 conversions
 
 
Ourimbah                    48 (1)
Josefa Biu 2, Matt King, Oliver Dark, Owen Turner, Caleb Pritchard, Brenton Law, Rob Richardson tries;
Ryan Fenning 3 conversions;
Jarrod Grange 1 conversion
 
defeated
Hornsby                      21       
John O’Donnell, Harry Fox, Alex Felsman tries;
Sam White 3 conversions
 
                         
PREMIER 2 (bonus points in brackets)
Terrigal           21        Avoca Beach   17 (1)
Gosford           24        Woy Woy       10
Warnervale     24 (1)  The Lakes       14
Ourimbah        70 (1)  Hornsby            0         
 
PRESIDENTS CUP (bonus points in brackets)
Terrigal           19         Avoca Beach   10
Gosford           47 (1)   Woy Woy         5
The Lakes       23 (1)   Warnervale       7
Ourimbah        82 (1)   Hornsby            0    
​The Entrance  67 (1)   Kariong             0   
 
COLTS (bonus points in brackets)
Terrigal           23        Avoca Beach     7
Kariong           40 (1)  Woy Woy       26 (1)
 
 
REPORT :
 
Round 14 in Central Coast Rugby Union saw some hard fought matches, with quite a few high scoring efforts by several clubs.
 
The Match of the Day saw Terrigal continue on their winning ways when they defeated Avoca Beach by 33 points to 12 at Heazlett Park. Terrigal were always in charge in this seaside derby and were always looking the likely match winner. They controlled much of the play in the first half and were able to go to the halftime break leading by 14 points to 7. Both teams were still very much in the match at that stage but it was Terrigal who were looking that little bit more like the victor. Terrigal were playing very consistent rugby and they were reaping the rewards on the scoreboard. Terrigal had several very good players. Their halfback Sekope Maea was outstanding and was controlling most aspects of play from the set piece and from the breakdown. He was able to cross for three personal tries in what proved a ‘Man of the Match’ performance. He was ably supported by lock Alex Brewin and hooker Ethan McInnes. Terrigal continued their strong play into the second half and they controlled the scoreboard for much of the second period. They were able to increase their lead to 33 points to 7 with time running out. They scored 19 points to nil during the opening stages of the second half and this was enough to secure the win. Avoca Beach kept trying to bridge the gap but to no avail. They were able to cross for a late try but it was all too late. Best players for Avoca Beach were prop Jake McPhie, lock Emile Thomas and centre Matt Anderson. As a result of the win, Terrigal continue on their winning way while the loss by Avoca Beach will see them very hard pressed to make the Finals this year.
 
Woy Woy were able to hang on to defeat Gosford at Gosford Rugby Field by 37 points to 29. It was definitely a match in two halves, with Woy Woy dominating the first half while Gosford hit back with a very strong comeback in the second stanza. Woy Woy got away to a great start and led by 10 points to nil in the very early stages of the match. Gosford did hit back with a try to make the score 10-5, but for the reminder of the first half it was all Woy Woy. They were able to score consistently and by the halftime break Woy Woy had jumped to a comfortable 29 points to 5 lead. It all seemed to be going very well for Woy Woy. They went even further ahead early in the second half when they posted their sixth try to lead by 34 points to 5. Best players for Woy Woy were forward Kane Burns, centre Fokolulu Taumololo, Corey Fleming and Nick Garnett. It was at that stage, about midway through the second half, that the momentum in the match changed. Gosford started to play some concerted rugby and were able to cross for several tries to greatly reduce the gap on the scoreboard. They were spreading the ball wide and were making several inroads into the Woy Woy defence. Best for Gosford were replacement five-eighth Adam Carlisle, centre Josh McGlynn, lock Luke Brown, and winger Adam Howe. Gosford got to within 5 points of Woy Woy when the score was 34 to 29, and the match was certainly up for grabs at that stage. However a late relieving penalty goal to Woy Woy saw them home. It was a meritorious victory for the visitors in what proved an exciting match to watch. The win sees Woy Woy cement a Top Four position while Gosford have yet another close loss.
 
Warnervale kept their Finals hopes alive with a good win over The Lakes, running out winners by 57 points to 19 at Woongarrah Oval. The first half was a reasonably even battle, although Warnervale did go to the halftime break leading by 21 points to 12. However the second half saw the home team pile on a further 36 points to 7 and fully deserved their victory. The bonus point win sees Warnervale jump into fifth spot on the ladder and will be aiming for a Finals spot in their remaining 4 matches this season. Best players for Warnervale were NSW Country forward Kevin McNamara, halfback Josh Holman, and Scott Fitzpatrick, who crossed for 2 tries. The Lakes gave it their all and were best served by No.8 Harry Pirini, who scored a try, and Corey Douglas.
 
Ourimbah, after a slow start, were able to defeat Hornsby at Mark Taylor Oval by 48 points to 21. The first half saw a great effort by Hornsby and they richly deserved to go to the halftime break leading by 21 points to 17. At that stage an upset seemed on the cards. Ourimbah scored a try in the opening minutes of the match but it was then Hornsby who took control and were able to take the lead by 14 points to 5 midway through the first half. Ourimbah however were the far stronger team in the second half. They scored early in that half to take the lead in the match and were able to post a total of 31 points in the second half while Hornsby were unable to increase their score. Ourimbah showed in that second half that they will be a force during the Finals Series this year. Best players for the visitors were lock Josefa Biu, halfback Matt King, and backs Brenton Law and Caleb Pritchard. Hornsby played well, especially in that first half. Their best performers were No.8 Lachlan Skulander, lock Ed Mills and winger John O’Donnell who crossed for a try. The win sees Ourimbah jump into second spot on the ladder. Hornsby played some good rugby and will trouble teams in the remaining matches this year.
 
The Entrance defeated Kariong by 67 points to 0 at Kariong Oval, to continue on their winning way.
 

CENTRAL COAST RUGBY UNIONRESULTS
SATURDAY, 15th July, 2017
ROUND 13
 
PREMIER 1 (bonus points in brackets)
 
Ourimbah                    33 (1)
Callum Mead, Jordan Clark, Isaac Harding-Davis, Owen Turner, Caleb
Pritchard tries;
Ryan Fenning 4 conversions
 
defeated
Avoca Beach               17       
Luke Sheridan, Liam Donsworth, Pat Wheatley tries;
Connor Kondrat 1 conversion
 
 
Terrigal                       17       
Frankie Webber, Dylan Calabria, Josh Vainikolo tries;
Adam Danckert 1 conversion
 
defeated
Gosford                         5       
Caleb Tankard try
 
 
Kariong                       31 (1)
Robert Brown, Philip Brown, Ryan Wallbank, Jake Holwill, Tyson Potger tries;
Scott Hanley 3 conversions
 
defeated
Hornsby                        7       
Mitch Fullager try;
Sam White 1 conversion
                       
 
Woy Woy                   41 (1)
Tevita Tangi-Noa 2, Kane Burns, Mitch Hyde, Tamani McInnes-Cama, Fokolulu Taumololo, Blake Arahill tries;
Jake Cucek 3 conversions
 
defeated
The Lakes                   12       
Macui Raulini, Corey Douglas tries;
Bill Moroney 1 conversion
 
 
                       
PREMIER 2 (bonus points in brackets)
Ourimbah        29 (1)  Avoca Beach     6
Terrigal           38 (1)  Gosford           10
Hornsby          12        Kariong             7 (1) 
Woy Woy       36 (1)  The Lakes       17         
 
PRESIDENTS CUP (bonus points in brackets)
Ourimbah        38 (1)  Avoca Beach     3
Gosford           29 (1)  Terrigal             0
Hornsby          24 (1)  Kariong           14         
Woy Woy       43 (1)  The Lakes       13
The Entrance  90 (1)  Warnervale       0
 
COLTS (bonus points in brackets)
Avoca Beach   15        Woy Woy         0
Kariong           28 (1)  Terrigal           24 (2)
 
 
REPORT :
 
Central Coast Rugby Union completed a good round of hard fought rugby yesterday. The teams now enter the final five weeks of the competition with many teams in contention for Finals Series berths in all grades. The Match of the Day saw Ourimbah cement their Top Four position with a bonus point win over Avoca Beach. Ourimbah defeated Avoca Beach by 33 points to 17 at Ourimbah Rugby Park. Ourimbah got away to a very good start and had taken control of proceedings in the very early stages. Ourimbah had crossed for 2 tries and led by 14 points to nil at this stage. However Avoca Beach, who knew the match was of huge importance, fought back hard and got within 2 points of the home side. With the score at 14 points to 12, it seemed the match could go either way at that stage. Ourimbah were able to cross for a try just prior to halftime and this 19 points to 12 scoreline was the situation at the break. It was such a crucial try in what was proving a very tight encounter. However the second half saw Ourimbah take control and were able to go on with it and score a further 14 points to 5. It was an even struggle but Ourimbah just always seemed to have their nose in front. The final scoreline of 5 tries to 3 was probably a good indication of the overall flow of the match. Ourimbah had several very good players. Halfback Matt King was strong all day and led from the front. He was ably supported by No.8 Sam Kearney and lock Isaac Harding-Davis. Avoca Beach, with this loss, have to win most of their remaining matches if they are to make the Finals this year.
 
Terrigal maintained their unbeaten run this season although they did not have it all their own way when they defeated Gosford by 17 points to 5 at Gosford Showground. It was a tough, fast and physical encounter throughout and both teams gave it their all. Terrigal started the match very well and had crossed for their first try in the opening few minutes. This 5 points to nil lead remained the score for much of the first half until Gosford were able to respond with their own try. The first half only saw these two tries posted and scores were locked at 5 points apiece at the halftime break. Both teams had played well. Both teams had their chances to post further points but excellent defence was the order of the day. Even though there was plenty of action for the spectators, much of the play was centred around the centre of the field. Best players for Terrigal were locks Phil Heard and Josh Vainikolo, and hooker Ethan McInnes. Gosford also had some very good performances but none were better then five-eight Josh McGlynn and lock Luke Brown. The second half started much the same as the first half with Terrigal scoring a try within the first few minutes of the start of this half. This made the score 10-5. It was a good team try scored by Josh Vainikolo. However there was to be no further points scoring until very late in the match. Terrigal did dominate large stages of the second half but simply were unable to break through the dogged Gosford defence. The match result was sealed in the last 10 minutes of the match when Terrigal centre Dylon Calabria crossed for their team’s third try, and the conversion made the final score 17-5. It was a good match and both teams will take a lot from it. Terrigal know they will have to play better if they are to maintain that undefeated record this season while Gosford will trouble teams from here to the end of the season.
 
Kariong continued their good recent form with a 31 points to 7 win over Hornsby at Mark Taylor Oval. Kariong were always in control in this match on the scoreboard but Hornsby certainly put in a courageous effort. Kariong got away to a good start and led by 12 points to nil at the halftime break. Hornsby had made their presence felt in the first half and had made the visitors work hard for every point. Kariong continued their good form in the second half and were able to post a further 19 points in that stanza. The final scoreline of 5 tries to one was a good indicator of the flow of the match. Best players for Kariong were halfback Scott Hanley, who was outstanding all match, flanker Josh Bottero, and Phil Brown. Hornsby also had several standout players. These included lock Aaron Duncan, Brian Mudge and tryscorer Mitch Fullager. Kariong sit on equal points with Ourimbah on the competition ladder in what is shaping as a very interesting last few weeks of the season. Hornsby, like Gosford, will trouble teams for the remainder of the season.
 
Woy Woy entered the Top Four with their 41 points to 12 win over The Lakes at Woy Woy Oval. Woy Woy were always ahead on the scoreboard in this match and deserved the victory. They crossed for 7 tries in what was a great team effort. The first half was quite an even affair and the score at the break was only 12 points to 7 in favour of the home side. However the second half saw Woy Woy go on and record a meritorious win. Best players for Woy Woy were Alifeleti Atiola, Mitch Hyde and Jake Cucek. A feature of the match were the two tries scored by Tevita Tangi-Noa. The Lakes were in the match for quite awhile but faded the longer the match went on. Best players for the visitors were centre Paul Wilson and Peri Raulini.  
 
The Entrance defeated Warnervale by 90 points to 0 at Joseph Banks Oval in President’s Cup.
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CENTRAL COAST RUGBY UNIONRESULTS
SATURDAY, 8th July, 2017
ROUND 12
 
PREMIER 1 (bonus points in brackets)
 
Kariong                       46 (1)
Brandon Shillingsworth 3, Robert Brown, Philip Brown, Justin Walker, Ryan Wallbank tries;
Scott Hanley 4 conversions, 1 penalty goal
 
defeated
Warnervale                 20       
Josh Holman, Tevita Moala tries;
Cameron McNamara 2 conversions, 2 penalty goals
                       
 
Ourimbah                    24 (1)
Ryan Fenning, Brenton Law, Jarrod Grange, Matt King tries;
Ryan Fenning 2 conversions
 
defeated
Gosford                       10       
Drew Neist, Luke Brown tries
 
 
Avoca Beach               29 (1)
Elliott Dawkins, Blake Jacob, Chad Martin, Mick Arnold tries;
Connor Kondrat 3 conversions, 1 penalty goal
 
defeated
Hornsby                      12       
Nick Franke, Ben Astley tries;
Sam White 1 conversion
 
 
Terrigal                       64 (1)
Brent Merritt, Dylan Calabria 3, Pat Niurua, Adam Dankert, Ryan Metcalfe tries;
Adam Danckert 7 conversions
 
defeated
The Lakes                     3       
Ross McNair 1 penalty goal
 
 
PREMIER 2 (bonus points in brackets)
Warnervale     17        Kariong             0
Gosford           18        Ourimbah        16 (1)
Avoca Beach   67 (1)  Hornsby            0
Terrigal           33 (1)  The Lakes         3
 
PRESIDENTS CUP (bonus points in brackets)
Warnervale     12        Kariong             7 (1)
Gosford           24 (1)  Ourimbah          0
Avoca Beach   20 (1)  Hornsby            0
Terrigal           52 (1)  The Lakes         0
The Entrance  22 (1)  Woy Woy         5
 
COLTS (bonus points in brackets)
Avoca Beach   20        Terrigal           19 (1)
Kariong           24 (1)  Woy Woy         7
 
REPORT :
 
Round 12 of Central Coast Rugby Union saw some very close matches, and the competition ladder remains just as close. It all builds to an exciting final 6 rounds of rugby where teams will be trying to cement spots in the Finals Series for this year.
 
In the Match of the Day, Kariong cemented their good position on the ladder with a 46 points to 20 victory over Warnervale at Kariong Oval. This was an important win for Kariong, but also places pressure on Warnervale from now on to secure those necessary wins. Kariong got away to an excellent start and took the early lead. In fact they generally dominated the first half and they went to the halftime break leading by 22 points to 3 lead. It appeared at that stage that things were comfortably secured but Warnervale would have had different thoughts. Kariong played good rugby in that first half and fully deserved their lead. Best players for Kariong were lock Robert Brown, fullback Jake Holwill, who was always dangerous with the ball in hand, and flanker Lachlan Peruch. Another feature of the match were the 3 tries scored by young winger Brandon Shillingsworth. Kariong continued in much the same vein in the second half and went on to further increase their lead. However Warnervale were not to be denied. They put in a far better effort in the second half and were able to cross for two good tries. The second stanza was a far more even contest with scores in that second period being 24-20 but all the damage had been done in the first half. Warnervale had several good players, and these included halfback Josh Holman, lock Tevita Moala, who both scored tries, and lock Kevin McNamara. A pleasing win by Kariong, but a result that will see Warnervale regroup and try to get back on track in the coming weeks.
 
Ourimbah defeated Gosford at Gosford Showground by 24 points to 10 in what proved a good game of rugby. Ourimbah started the match brilliantly and had crossed for 2 tries within the opening 6 minutes of the start of the match and it almost seemed that the match was almost decided. This 12 points to nil lead however was quickly reduced when Gosford crossed also for an early try. The score remained 12-5 then for much of the remainder of the first half. The match had then developed into a real battle with plenty of action from one end of the field to the other. Ourimbah and Gosford both did score close to halftime and this made the halftime score 17 points to 10 in favour of the visitors. There was not too much between the two teams for much of this first half and both teams felt they were in with a chance. The second half was much the same. There was very little scoring by either team although both teams had their chances to post further points. It was not until late in the match that the victory was secured by the visitors when Ourimbah crossed for their fourth try to secure the win. It was a good effort by both teams and they put on an open display of rugby. Best players for Ourimbah were No.8 Jarrod Grange, centre Brenton Law, halfback Matt King and winger Caleb Pritchard. Best efforts put in for Gosford were by prop Grant Sullivan, lock Luke Brown and five-eight Josh McGlynn. Ourimbah maintain their position near the top of the table, while Gosford will look to rebuild in the remaining rounds of this year’s competition and will start to look towards next year. Gosford will trouble teams for the remainder of this year but they realise they cannot make the Top Four this year.
 
Avoca Beach struggled early on but were able to come from behind to defeat Hornsby at Heazlett Park by 29 points to 12. Hornsby started very well and played the far better rugby in the first half. They took an early 12 points to nil lead in the match and were definitely setting the pace. They were controlling things in the forwards and backs and the home team had no answer. Avoca Beach did get back into the match late in the half when they crossed for their first try. So at halftime Hornsby led by 12 points to 5 and an upset win looked like a distinct possibility. However it was Avoca Beach team who gradually gained the ascendancy in the second half and were able to post 24 unanswered points in the second half to secure the win. Best players for Avoca Beach were Blake Jacob, Elliott Dawkins and Chad Martin, while for Hornsby the best performers were No.8 Lochie Skulander, Aaron Duncan and Mitch Fullager. It was a pleasing performance by both teams. Hornsby proved they can trouble all teams, while Avoca Beach, who may not have played their best rugby, did secure a bonus point win and they have gained a spot in the Top Four.
 
Terrigal were convincing winners over The Lakes and ran out winners by 64 points to 3 at Slade Park. It was one way traffic from start to finish and Terrigal continued on their undefeated run to the Finals. Terrigal crossed for 10 tries, and The Lakes had absolutely no answers to their attack. It was a tough day for the home team and they will need to regroup for the remaining matches this season. Best for Terrigal were Dylan Calabria and Brent Merritt, who both crossed for 3 tries each, while Ross McNair never stopped trying for The Lakes.  
 
In President’s Cup, The Entrance continued their good recent form when they defeated Woy Woy by 22 points to 5 at Joseph Banks Oval.
 
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CENTRAL COAST RUGBY UNIONRESULTS
SATURDAY, 1st July, 2017
ROUND 11
 
PREMIER 1 (bonus points in brackets)
 
Woy Woy                   39 (1)
Hesekkaia Polaulu 2, Daniel King, Luke Ingold, Fokolulu Taumalolo, Mitch Hyde tries
Jake Cucek 3 conversions, 1 penalty goal
 
defeated
Warnervale                 11                   
Atunaisha Turagabeci try
Cameron McNamara 2 penalty goals
 
 
Kariong                       14                   
Mitch Clay try
Scott Hanley 3 penalty goals
 
Defeated
Avoca Beach              10 (1)
Mitch Jacob try
Connor Kondrat conversion, penalty goal
 
 
Gosford                       34 (1)
Drew Neist 2, Chad Sneyd, Hugo Pike, Sam Underwood, Adam Howe tries
Josh Reid 2 conversions
 
defeated
Hornsby                      6                    
Sam White 2 penalty goals
 
 
Ourimbah                    48 (1)
Jordan Clark 2, Owen Turner 2, Callam Mead, Josefa Biu, Brenton Law, Oliver Dark tries
Jarrod Grange 4 conversions
 
defeated
The Lakes                   12                   
Macui Raulini, Esala Bola tries
Ross McNair conversion
 
PREMIER 2 (bonus points in brackets)
Warnervale     29 (1)  Woy Woy       26 (2)
Avoca Beach  47 (1)  Kariong            0
Gosford           29 (1)  Hornsby          0
Ourimbah        26 (1)  The Lakes       5
 
PRESIDENTS CUP (bonus points in brackets)
Woy Woy       78 (1)  Warnervale     17
Avoca Beach  28 (1)  Kariong           10
Gosford           83 (1)  Hornsby          0
Ourimbah        80 (1)  The Lakes       0
The Entrance  15        Terrigal           0
 
COLTS (bonus points in brackets)
Woy Woy       27 (1)  Terrigal           15
Kariong           22 (1)  Avoca Beach  0
 
 
REPORT :
 
Round 11 saw the places on the competition ladder shuffled once again, leaving the Final Four still an open race between the top six Clubs at this stage.
 
Woy Woy dominated proceedings at Woy Woy Oval, defeating Warnervale by 39 points to 11. Woy Woy got off to a good start and were always in control of this Match of the Day. They led by 22 points to 6 at the half time break with Warnervale scoring soon after half-time to close the gap to 22-11, but Woy Woy then put their foot on the accelerator and were unstoppable for the remainder of the match. The Lions ran in 6 tries to 1 and showed everyone what they can do when they have a good day. Woy Woy’s captain Kane Burns was best on field for the home side while Matt Willmott put in a strong effort for Warnervale. The win jumps Woy Woy over Warnervale into the Top Four where they will want to remain for the next seven weeks.
 
Kariong won a very tight match over Avoca Beach, 14 points to 10, at Heazlett Park. Kariong led by 11 points to 3 at half-time and managed to hold out Avoca in the second half through some courageous defence. Avoca just could not break through Kariong’s defence and when the pressure was on, the home side made some bad decisions to lose their opportunities to score. The backline pairing of Ryan Wallbank and Mitch Clay were once again the best players for the Wanderers while Emile Thomas, in his 200th First Grade game for the Sharks, played his usual strong game. The win holds Kariong in second spot, though they’ve been equalled by Ourimbah, while Avoca grab a handy bonus point to close the gap between themselves and the five teams above them on the competition ladder.
 
Gosford did what was needed to claim a 34 points to 6 win over Hornsby at Mark Taylor Oval. It was close game in which Gosford slowly gained the ascendancy and ended up scoring six tries to none, but missed most of the conversions to keep the score tight. The Red Devils led by 10 points to 6 at half-time and knew they had to go up a gear to claim this win, they did that and ran in the necessary tries. The second row pairing of Luke Brown and Chad Sneyd were the best players on field for the visitors, while Hornsby’s hooker John King was best for his side.
 
Ourimbah was able to claim a 48 points to 12 win over The Lakes at Ourimbah Rugby Park, but the score does not reflect how close this game was. It took over twenty minutes for any points to be scored, and it was Ourimbah who scored the first try and then quickly their second, to lead 14-0. The Lakes hit back to make it 14-7, while Ourimbah scored right on half time to go into the break up by 19 points to 7. The Lakes were let down in the second half by some ill discipline and Ourimbah took advantage of their lack of structured play and ended up running in eight tries to one. The win puts Ourimbah into second place and The Lakes showed that they are not to be taken lightly.
 
The Entrance had a good 15 points to 0 win over Terrigal in the President’s Cup competition. Josh Finney scored the two tries for the Rams in his side’s win which puts them one win away from the Top Four of this grade.
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