ENGADINE DRAGONS J.R.L.F.C. INC.
OFFICE BEARERS - 2013
PRESIDENT
Corey Markham
SECRETARY
Rebecca Newton
TREASURER
Bill Kemp
ASSISTANT SECRETARY
Paul Williams
VICE PRESIDENT
Andrew Gilmore
JUNIOR REGISTRAR
Adam Lynch
SENIOR REGISTRAR
Marie Coughlan
ASSISTANT TREASURER
Dale Morrell
PUBLICITY OFFICER
Mick Peychers
RECORDER
Bill Kemp
JUNIOR LEAGUE DELEGATE
Garry Palmer
GEAR STEWARD
Grahame Wagener
CLUBHOUSE MANAGER
Grahame Wagener
PATRONS
Paul Liddy, Larry Warner, Trevor Rogers, Brian Cannings, Len Cousemacker, Mark
Chapman
LIFE MEMBERS
Barry McManus Snr*,Graeme Morrison, Harry Robbins, Graham Engels, John Gilbert,
Brian Cannings, Mark McGaw, Ray Miles, Ian Napper, Neil Spencer, Myra Walters*, Glenn
Walters*,Murray Morrison, Colin Beak, Peter Hammond, Brett Longville, Kurt Gillies, Peter
Green, Markham Handcock, Craig Davies, Mark Watchorn, Glen O'Leary, Helmut Zusak,
Kay Cannings, Len Cousemacker, Larry Warner, Bill Kemp, Michael Porter, Trevor
Rogers, Gary Beaumont, George Crawford, Ian Bilsborough, Mark Chapman, Rod
Waudby, Craig Airey, Mark Dodge
* deceased
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
Paul Bell, Paul Dwyer, Ken Ebb, Steven Ebb, Paul Gilbert, Kevin Green, Wayne Hall,
Mitchell Healey, Dean Longville, Glenn Nelson, Michael Porter, Colin Ballard, Mark
Noakes,Adam Napper, Cameron Napper, Markus Zusak, Adam Grant, Blake
Cousemacker, Simon Parsons, Mark Dodge, Glenn Bloor, Drew Cousemacker, Scott
Vitelli, Steve Johnston, Phillip Warner, Michael McStay, David Kidd, Adam Lynch, Scott
Bilsborough, Wayne Turner, Mark Elder, Robert Kemp, Drew Levin, Dean Shipway,
Nathan Bilsborough, Daniel Chapman, Aaron Palmer, Alan Rea, Adam Garvey, Brett
Headley, Matt Chapman,Trent Croft, Brett Fleming, Mitchell Stuart, Sean Crawley, Tye
Fleming, Andrew Johnston, Ben Tanner, Shane Chapman,Lincoln Hunt, Tony Rea, Mitch
Neylan, Ash Fraser, Troy Brinkworth, Daniel Smith, Nathan Bullock, Nathan Harris, Steven
Coughlan, Matthew Knigge, Denis Marsh, Scott Nancarrow, Mark Stewart, Luke Richmond
2013 MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Greg Bird, Brian Cannings, Marie Coughlan, Ross Davidson, Paul Duffy, Steven Ebb,
Andrew Ferguson, Andy Gilmore, David Gunn, Wayne Hood, Michelle Isemonger, Bill
Kemp, David Kidd, Col Lucy, Leanne Lucy, Adam Lynch, Corey Markham, Dale Morrell,
Michael Newton, Rebecca Newton, Garry Palmer, Judd O’Shea, Terry Smith, Wayne
Smith, Grahame Wagener, Craig Wheeler, Paul Williams.
ENGADINE DRAGONS J.R.L.F.C. INC.
LADIES COMMITTEE - 2013
PRESIDENT
Michelle Isemonger
SECRETARY
Kylie Ibbett
TREASURER
Yasmine Noakes
ASSISTANT SECRETARY
Belinda Sheehy
2013 LADIES COMMITTEE
Kylie Ibbett, Michelle Isemonger, Yasmine Noakes, Melissa Palmer, Simone Peychers
Belinda Sheehy, Michelle Freeman, Vanessa McCrohon
PRESIDENT'S REPORT
2013, what a season it was. With 28 competitive teams taking to the park, only 3 of which
were senior sides, just illustrates how strong our junior development has become.
Congratulations to all the sides for a great season, with 13 making the semi’s, 6 of those
the Grand Final & 3 taking out Premierships, I could not have been more pleased.
However, most important of all I must express that you were all winners just by playing the
game we love in the spirit of the club whose colours we wear with pride each weekend.
As we all well know clubs like the ‘Mighty Dragons’ do not run themselves, so I would like
to thank the parents, committee members & the executive for volunteering their time week
in, week out in order to make things work. Special thanks go out to Bec, Bill, Andy, Paul &
Wags for the support they showed me in my first year in the top job.
On behalf of all Dragons I would like to thank the ‘Dragon Ladies’ for their tireless efforts
fundraising & the endless hours spent down at Anzac selling merchandise. We couldn’t do
it without you.
Lastly I congratulate all the award recipients from 3 years awards to Best & Fairest’s & of
course Wags winning the National Volunteer of the Year award from the NRL. On that
note, thank you all very much for a fantastic year with a great bunch of people. Up the
Mighty Dragons.
Yours in sport,
Corey Markham
(El Presidente)
SECRETARY'S REPORT
What a year it has been!!
I’d like to start off by thanking all the Committee, Coaches and Managers for their patience
and support throughout the year.
I’m a veteran on the sideline, a spectator all my life. I have never been behind the scenes
of a Rugby League Club and being Secretary ….. what a way to learn!
Without the help of the committee (Bill and Wags especially) guiding me through I think I
would have ended up in an asylum!! I now know why I was offered/begged/talked into
taking the job. Hahaha.
I have had a great time this year getting more involved with the club, and in the process,
have met some great people that contribute their precious time to making our club a
successful one. Thank you all for all your hard work throughout the year – I hope to see
more of you on the committee next year!!!
There have been many highlights this year for our club this year.
One of my favourite was the Junior League Parade at Shark Park – our club had the
largest amount of participants and were by far the most noticeable (and Im sure we made
some noise too). I have heard some great stories from the day.
Then there was the visit from the Sharks players Isaac De Gois and Stewart Mills who held
a training session with the Special Needs kids and made the time to make sure every kid
that showed up had something signed or a photo taken with them.
Our 8B’s playing a game at the Semi Finals with Paul Williams flashed up on the big
screen, and then seeing our boys tapping the players hands as they came out of the
tunnel on TV.
But I think the best moment this year was Grahame Wagener taking out the NRL
Volunteer of the Year trophy at the NRL One Community Awards Night in September.
Part of the prize was a $5000 donation to the club! He even featured in Rugby League
Week!!! A huge achievement and very well deserved. Congratulations again Wags!!
We are very lucky to have so many dedicated Engadine Dragons Volunteers – that I can’t
thank enough for your contributions.
I really have enjoyed my time as secretary this year. I have had a lot more fun than I
thought I would,
An experience I wouldn’t change at all.
Thanks again!
Bec
TREASURERS REPORT
Engadine Dragons JRLFC Inc.
Statement of Income & Expenditure
For the period 1st October, 2012 to 30th September, 2013
Cost Centre
Cost
Centre
Pub Raffles
Expenses
Income
Expenses
IncomeTotal
$51,336.25 $34,270.00 $17,066.25
Total
Bar
$10,680.92
$6,475.45
$4,205.47
$8,766.46$34,270.00
$10,709.10$17,066.25
-$1,942.64
PubMerchandise
Raffles
$51,336.25
$32,905.04 $6,475.45
$17,273.36 $4,205.47
$15,631.68
Bar Canteen
$10,680.92
Sponsorship
$30,071.36$10,709.10
$4,552.00-$1,942.64
$25,519.36
Merchandise
$8,766.46
Registration
$39,066.66$17,273.36
$690.34$15,631.68
$38,376.32
Canteen
$32,905.04
Senior Presentation
$2,713.64 $4,552.00
$4,061.73$25,519.36
-$1,348.09
Sponsorship
$30,071.36
Junior Presentation
$0.00 $690.34
$3,393.13$38,376.32
-$3,393.13
Registration
$39,066.66
Functions
$20,863.73 $4,061.73
$15,113.43-$1,348.09
$5,750.30
Senior
Presentation
$2,713.64
Awards/Gifts
$27,253.44-$3,393.13
-$27,253.44
Junior
Presentation
$0.00 $0.00$3,393.13
First Aid/Strapping
$0.00$15,113.43
$0.00 $5,750.30
$0.00
Functions
$20,863.73
Football Equipment
$0.00$27,253.44
$34,409.51
-$34,409.51
Awards/Gifts
$0.00
-$27,253.44
Grants
$0.00
$200.00
-$200.00
FirstTeam
Aid/Strapping
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
YearEquipment
Book
$0.00$34,409.51
$3,082.00
-$3,082.00
Football
$0.00
-$34,409.51
Maintenance
$1,800.00
$1,726.21 -$200.00
$73.79
Team
Grants
$0.00
$200.00
$0.00 $3,082.00
$1,945.46-$3,082.00
-$1,945.46
YearRent
Book
$0.00
Clubhouse Equipment
$0.00 $1,726.21
$828.18
-$828.18
Maintenance
$1,800.00
$73.79
$0.00 $1,945.46
$356.00-$1,945.46
-$356.00
RentAdvertising
$0.00
Donations
$1,400.00
$400.00 -$828.18
$1,000.00
Clubhouse
Equipment
$0.00
$828.18
Junior League Expenses
$0.00 $356.00
$21,334.55 -$356.00
-$21,334.55
Advertising
$0.00
Interest Received
$2,897.07 $400.00$0.00 $1,000.00
$2,897.07
Donations
$1,400.00
Telephone,
Internet & Foxtel
$82.24$21,334.55
$3,038.06
-$2,955.82
Junior
League Expenses
$0.00
-$21,334.55
Printing,Stationery,Postage
$0.00
$807.92 $2,897.07
-$807.92
Interest
Received
$2,897.07
$0.00
Disabled Competition
$0.00 $3,038.06
$0.00-$2,955.82
$0.00
Telephone,
Internet
&
Foxtel
$82.24
Trophies
$0.00 $807.92
$4,288.18 -$807.92
-$4,288.18
Printing,Stationery,Postage
$0.00
Bank Competition
Charges
$0.00
$892.56
-$892.56
Disabled
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
Fees & Charges
$0.00 $4,288.18
$46.36-$4,288.18
-$46.36
Trophies
$0.00
Wreath
$0.00 $892.56
$316.37 -$892.56
-$316.37
Bank
Charges
$0.00
C'tee
$14,079.81
$8,726.40 -$46.36
$5,353.41
FeesFundraising-Ladies
& Charges
$0.00
$46.36
Training Courses
$0.00 -$316.37
$430.00
-$430.00
Wreath
$0.00
$316.37
FundraisingLadies C'tee
$14,079.81
$8,726.40
$5,353.41 Training Courses
Total $430.00
$216,663.18 $206,619.74 $10,043.44
$0.00
-$430.00
TotalCheque Account - NAB
Saving Account - NAB
Cheque
Account
- SCU
Cheque
Account
- NAB
Term
Deposit- NAB
- SCU
Saving
Account
Cheque Account - SCU
Total
at Bank
Term
Deposit
- SCU
Total at Bank
$216,663.18 $206,619.74
$17,566.17
$10,043.44
$77,113.80
$18,709.08
$17,566.17
$35,603.84
$77,113.80
$18,709.08
$148,992.89
$35,603.84
$148,992.89
Bill Kemp
Treasurer
Bill Kemp
DRAGON LADIES’ COMMITTEE REPORT
It has been another great year for the Dragon Ladies Committee. We started the year off
with 2 new faces which is nice to see.
In May we had a very fun filled Girls night out at Raya Thai. We filled the restaurant with
80 women and everyone had a fantastic time. Thanks to all that came along and we are
looking forward to another great “Girls night” in 2014.
Our ‘Freddo’ frog fundraiser was once again a huge success raising much needed funds
for our kids Junior Presentation day. Thanks for your support with this fundraiser. Hope
you enjoyed your Chocolates.
We love seeing all the kids and adults out and about in our Dragons gear. We are hoping
to have a few new items next year to add to your kit.
We would like to thank Kim Micallef who was our President to start the year, however due
to business commitments she was unable to continue with us. Thanks Kim for all your help
and support over the years we wish you every success.
Kylie Ibbett was our super secretary once again. You do a fantastic job Kylie, keeping our
minutes at our meetings. Well done.
Our super star treasurer Yasmin Noakes has done a fantastic job in her new role this year
keeping all our money in order. Thanks Yas for your Spreadsheets!
Our fantastic committee members, Simone Peychers, Belinda Sheehy, Vanessa
McCrohon and Michelle Freeman have all worked tirelessly with our fundraisers, selling
merchandise helping in canteen when needed.
Thanks girls for always being available to help out our Club.
We are looking forward to another fantastic year in 2014 and would love to see some more
faces on our committee.
See you all next year.
Michelle Isemonger
President – Ladies Committee
2013 CLUB SPONSORS
MAJOR CLUB SPONSOR – ENGADINE FAMILY TAVERN
Adam Bray & Associates
OPTUS Bi Rite - Engadine
Bakers Delight Engadine Central
Plus Fitness 24/7 Gym Engadine
Bay Constructions
Preddeys Master Locksmiths
Bonza Concreting
PBC Bookkeeping
BWB PVC Fabrications
Pizza League
Carpet Court Flooring Centre - Engadine
Ralpet Plastics
Choc Deli
Raya Thai Restaurant
CY Fishing Charters
R & A Sign Service & Electrical
D-Fence Mouthguards
Real Play
ETB - Engadine Tavern Bistro
Ross Davidson Mobile Mechanic
Engadine Tavern
Rowling Automotive
Engadine Town Square Shopping Centre
Ross Automotives Engadine
Enklava Café
Shane’s Gourmet Cuts
ENWARE Australia Pty Ltd
Shire Electrical
Euroline
Sparkle Pools & Spas
Hungry Jacks – Heathcote
Subway - Engadine
Guzman Y Gomez
Southside Landscapes
Jet Building Services
Sunshine Real Estate
LJ Williams Earthmoving
Sutherland Credit Union
LGB Supplements and Apparel
Sparkle Pools and Spas
McDonalds – Engadine
Southside Landscapes
Nova Strut
Tyre Plus Sutherland
Monday Night Social OZ Tag
Transpacific Waste Services
Vision Printing Services
The Engadine Dragons wish to take this opportunity to acknowledge and sincerely thank
all of our Sponsors for the 2013 season. Your ongoing support is a vital contribution to
every success enjoyed by this family Club and, in our object to promote the game of
Rugby League generally, to support and develop our players and to field competitive
Junior Rugby League teams in representation of the greater Engadine community.
We trust that you have all seen the value and the potential of the support you lend to the
Dragons and we all hope to see you lining up alongside us again in 2013.
CLUB SERVICE AWARDS
COLIN COLE MEMORIAL TROPHY - awarded for outstanding services to the Club
1977
1978
1979
1980
1981
1982
1983
1984
1985
1986
1987
1988
1989
1990
1991
1992
1993
1995
1995
1995
1994
John GILBERT
Graeme MORRISON
Barry McMANUS (Snr.)
Eric SWANSON
Glenn & Myra WALTERS
Ron CASSELL & Warren WESTON
Graeme OATES
Kay CANNINGS
Helmut ZUSAK
Colin TOMS
Neil SPENCER
Gary BEAUMONT
Brian CANNINGS & Ray MILES
Ray FRATER
Graham THURKETTLE
Bill KEMP
Trevor ROGERS
Mark CHAPMAN
Mark CHAPMAN
Mark CHAPMAN
Bill KEMP
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
Ian BILSBOROUGH
Kellie WATCHORN
Mike DARLINGTON
Rob CARR
Kerry NEYLAN
Lynette RING
Col LUCY
Phil RICHMOND
Phil RICHMOND
Lynette RING
Karan ROGERS
Grahame WAGENER
Leanne LUCY
Leanne LUCY
Grahame WAGENER
Paul WILLIAMS
Marie COUGHLAN
Corey MARKHAM
ROD BAKER MEMORIAL SHIELD - awarded for service to the Club
1971
1972
1973
1974
1975
1976
1977
1978
1981
1982
1983
1984
1985
1986
1987
1988
1989
1990
1991
1992
Tony ANDREWS
Colin KEENAN
Geoffrey PRICE
Barbara HALL
Alf MARTIN
Iris HUGHES
Cliff CARMODY
Graham ENGEL
Dennis SMITH
Brian & Kay CANNINGS
Ann SULLIVAN
Glenn & Myra WALTERS
Neil SPENCER
Glenn & Myra WALTERS
Gary MARKHAM
Warwick GREEN
LADIES COMMITTEE
Neil SPENCER
Trevor RILEY
Judy RILEY
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
Bob CALHOUN
Jo-ann WARD & Kerrie HUNT
Neville CROFT
Kellie WATCHORN
Rod WAUDBY
Danny O'LEARY
Mike DARLINGTON
Kim CARR
Rod WOODRUFF
Donna McKINLEY
Len COUSEMACKER
Col LUCY
Sherryn RYAN
Kevin QUERIN
Pam MacDONALD
Kim MICALLEF
Judd O’SHEA
Steve CRABB
Andy GILMORE
Bill KEMP
Rebecca NEWTON
COLIN COLE MEMORIAL AWARD
This Award is given in recognition of the time and effort that a person contributes to the
Club in regard to its successful operation.
Corey MARKHAM
Corey was a unanimous and very worthy winner of this prestigious award in 2013, and I
am sure everyone would whole heartedly agree with this decision.
At the start of the 2013 season and with no President on board, Corey stood up and took
the position and led the club with great pride. Each week Corey would work around the
clock organising all the mundane tasks that need doing to keep this big club running. He
would be down the clubhouse every Friday afternoon sorting out the canteen and BBQ
needs for the following day, and he never missed a Saturday at Anzac, and would
regularly be there from 7am to well after the last game, making sure that all was running
smooth.
Corey has been involved with the Dragons for many seasons as both a player and a
coach, and for him to take on such a demanding job, with no sons playing, is a great
testament to his love and enthusiasm for our great club. A special mention must also go to
his wife Donna, who has supported Corey and helped out with jobs all year, constantly
being at the oval working in the canteen and wherever else needed.
With no A Grade this year, and the need for new innovations to bring income into the club,
Corey introduced the Super Saturday’s, which was a resounding success and well
received by all of the players and parents.
I am sure I can speak for everyone involved with the Dragons in saying that Corey has
thoroughly deserved this award this year, and we all hope he will back as President in
2014.
Congratulations Corey.
ROD BAKER MEMORIAL SHIELD
This Award is given to a person in recognition of their commitment to the Dragons and for
the work they have done throughout the year.
Rebecca NEWTON
This was Rebecca’s first year on the committee, and she took on the position of Club
Secretary as well, a job that no-one ever wants to do, and undoubtedly the hardest job in
the club.
Bec took to this role like a duck to water and organised the daily runnings of the club with
the upmost professionalism. She did a fantastic job on getting the rosters and the weekly
draw out to all coaches and managers, a job that is never easy with the many changes by
the Junior League each week.
Bec has worked tirelessly for the club every week and would always be on hand in the
canteen, BBQ duty and representing at the junior league meetings on a Monday night.
With three young boys and organising getting them to football and school each week,
made her efforts that she has achieved in this position this year even more impressive.
Rebecca could always be counted on to deal with any drama and help out in any way she
could, and would never decline a task that was asked of her all year.
The entire Dragons Club would like to congratulate you on this much deserved award, and
we all hope to see you back in the same position in 2014.
RECORDER'S REPORT
MAJOR AWARD WINNERS
JOE WEYMOUTH SENIOR CLUB CHAMPION TROPHY - awarded to a
player from any of the three most senior sides and held on one occasion only.
1962
1963
1964
1965
1966
1967
1968
1969
1970
1971
1972
1973
1974
1975
1976
1977
1978
1979
1980
1981
1982
1983
1984
1985
1986
1987
Warren HARRIES
Robert WALKER
Michael CROFT
Mark JOHNSON
Colin COLE
Michael WILLIAMS
Robert ROSS
Barry McMANUS
Gary COOPER
Barney LA CROSSE
Geoffrey PINK
Phillip WARNER
Kevin ROBINSON
Ossie WELSH
Michael McSTAY
Murray MORRISON
Peter HAMMOND
Michael PORTER
Peter O'DONNELL
Gary HAMMOND
Colin BEAK
Kurt GILLIES
Glenn O'LEARY
David SULLIVAN
Glenn BLOOR
Paul GILBERT
1988
1989
1990
1991
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
Steven EBB
Craig AIREY
Peter GREEN
Paul DWYER
Mark NOAKES
Scott VITELLI
Mark WATCHORN
John TOLHURST
Wayne TURNER
Drew LEVIN
Steve JOHNSTON
Alan REA
Adam LYNCH
Robert KEMP
Aaron PALMER
Simon PARSONS
Sean CRAWLEY
Brad JOHNSTON
Daniel CHAPMAN
Andrew JOHNSTON
Tye FLEMING
Trent CROFT
Nathan BULLOCK
Scott NANCARROW
Steven COUGHLAN
Not awarded this year
NELL WARNER JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPION TROPHY - awarded to any
player from teams from under 14 to under 10 and held on one occasion only.
1969
1970
1971
1972
1973
1974
1975
1976
1977
1978
1979
1980
1981
1982
1983
1984
1985
1986
1987
1988
1989
1990
1991
Scott DUDMAN
Donald CARTER
Craig COLLIE
Tony ANDREWS
Murray MORRISON
Gary HAMMOND
Brett LONGVILLE
Stephen DENFORD
Colin BEAK
Michael PORTER
Gary McKINNON
Brett BENTLEY
Dean KEMBER
Dean LONGVILLE
Mitchell HEALEY
Wayne SMITH
Adam NAPPER
Dale JOHNSTON
Cameron NAPPER
Ryan MILES
Markus ZUSAK
Robert KEMP
Tony REA
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
Ben GREEN
Aaron PALMER
Daniel CHAPMAN
Mark STEWART
Dane HUNT
Matt CHAPMAN
Rodney WOODRUFF
Scott NANCARROW
Mitchell NEYLAN
Shane CHAPMAN
Ryan CARR
Toby TOPHAM
Joshua DAVIES
Hayden AIREY
Matt KNIGGE
Luke DODGE
Nathan KNIGGE
Duncan ELLEM
Jack TRIPI
Jake WHEELER
Nelson GILMORE
Taine FLEMING
GRAEME MORRISON COACH OF THE YEAR TROPHY - awarded to any
coach for team performance.
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
Glenn BLOOR
Craig AIREY
Mark ROBIN
George CRAWFORD
Mark DODGE
Greg TOWNSEND
Mark WATCHORN
Mark WATCHORN
Larry WARNER
Kendall FLINT
Scott FLEMING
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
MARK DODGE
David NEATE
Craig AIREY
Sean BELLOTTI
Corey MARKHAM
Russell LEWIS
Aaron PALMER
Mark DODGE
Craig WHEELER
Adam LYNCH
Scott HANLON
ENGADINE BOWLING CLUB SPORTSMANS TROPHY - awarded to any
Player on sporting achievement and held on one occasion only.
1968
1969
1970
1971
1972
1973
1974
1975
1976
1977
1978
1979
1980
1981
1982
1983
1984
1985
1986
1987
1988
1989
1990
Gary TEMPLE
Shane McCARTHY
Bruce BUTLER
Phillip WARNER
Michael McSTAY
Des CORBY
Ross MORRISON
Mick FLEMING
John GARDNER
Michael LATHAM
Bradley WATTS
Brett LONGVILLE
David SULLIVAN
Colin BEAK
Murray MORRISON
Michael PORTER
Markus ZUSAK
Kurt GILLIES
Kenneth EBB
Glenn NELSON
Michael HART
Ryan MILES
Cameron NAPPER
1991
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
Glenn BLOOR
Adam NAPPER
Paul INGRAM
Simon PARSONS
Wayne TURNER
Mick CONROY
Aaron PALMER
Robert KEMP
Tye FLEMING
Mitch DARLINGTON
Brett HEADLEY
Mitch NEYLAN
Luke TOWNSEND
Ryan CARR
Peter KNOWLES
Toby TOPMAN
Cameron DUNSTAN
Jake DENFORD
Aaron BRUCE
Luke DODGE
James WAYLAND
Ryan LONGVILLE
Jack METCALFE
HAZEL COUSEMACKER TROPHY - awarded to best performing Club Player at
Junior Representative game level.
(note – from 1990 to 2001 this was known as the Robert Tickner Trophy but was renamed in honour of
the late Hazel Cousemacker)
1990
1991
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
Scott FLEMING
Scott FLEMING
Wayne HOOD
Daniel NEWTON
Tony REA
Martin STEWART
Andrew JOHNSTON
Mark STEWART
Jeremy THOMPSON
Brad STREETING
Brad STREETING
Jeremy THOMPSON
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
Dane HUNT
Luke TOWNSEND
Ryan CARR
Ryan CARR
Ryan CARR
Cameron DUNSTAN
Jake DENFORD
Harrison DAY
No representative Player
Michael MORRIS
No Representative Player
No Representative Player
PETER GREEN MOST VALUABLE PLAYER TROPHY - player awarded the
most best and fairest points in the club.
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
Peter GREEN (A Grade)
Scott NANCARROW (11B)
Michael FEENING (15A)
Matthew FORD (6Blue)
Shane CHAPMAN (12B)
Hayden AIREY (8A)
Scott NANCARROW (16)
Shane CHAPMAN (15)
Nathan KNIGGE (9B)
Joel BARRY (8B)
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
Nathan BULLOCK (18)
Marcus FORMAN (11A)
Leigh HIGGINS (12A)
Dylan LEES (10B)
Jack METCALFE (8B)
Dane PARSONS (8C)
Taine FLEMING (12A)
Nelson GILMORE
Harrison NOAKES
GARY CANNINGS MEMORIAL TROPHY - encouragement award.
1977
1978
1979
1980
1981
1982
1983
1984
1985
1986
1987
1988
1989
1990
1991
1992
1993
1994
1995
Aaron ESHMAN
Robert ELSWORTHY
David HIRD
Kevin JOHANSSON
Dale JOHNSTON
Robert ZUSAK
Cameron NAPPER
Glenn WALTERS
Scott FLEMING
Adam GRANT
Steven EBB
Colin BALLARD
Steven SMITH
Blake COUSEMACKER
Mark NOAKES
Bruce DRIES
Robert KEMP
Alan REA
Markus ZUSAK
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
Gary VITELLI
Andrew DARLINGTON
David CROFT
Lincoln HUNT
Joel CHEESMAN
Ryan MAY
Cameron RING
Stephen RING
Nathan BULLOCK
Travis RING
Nathan GILES
Blake LUCY
Jye MORRELL
Michael BEECHENO
Chris JENKINS
Mitchell IBBETT
Jake WILLIAMS
Jaron ISEMONGER
GRAHAME KIDD MEMORIAL TROPHY – awarded to a player from the under 6’s to
the under 9’s in recognition of future talent
2011 Jared KIDD
2012 Kurt PEYCHERS
2013 Dane LYNCH
JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPION
Awarded to a Player from teams Under 10 to Under 14 and held on one occasion only.
Taine FLEMING
Taine should be congratulated on winning this most prestigious award, and he beat a high
quality field of nominations in the process.
Taine has played for many seasons for the Dragons and is closing in on his 150th game, in
which he has played with the highest skill level and professionalism that could be expected
from any young footballer.
Taine has made the fullback position his own over many seasons, and he possesses one
of the most exciting running games, with a sidestep equivalent to any grade player. His
defence is also as safe as houses, and he is respected by all of his team mates and peers.
Taine comes from a very strong football family and has big shoes to fill, but I am sure we
will be hearing a lot more of Taine for many years to come, and he definitely has the
potential to emulate his famous dad, uncles and grandfather.
Congratulations on a fantastic season Taine, you are an exceptional young man with a
very bright future in this great game.
Well done.
GRAEME MORRISON AWARD
Awarded to any Coach for Team Performance.
Scott HANLON
With several teams making the Grand Finals this season and 3 premierships to the Club,
there was a strong list of nominations for the Coaches award.
Scott was a unanimous winner, who took out over 90% of the votes lodged, and everyone
involved in the Executive, Committee and all of the other coaches could not be happier
with this result.
Scott has coached the 10B side for a couple of years now and took them to a Grand final
in 2012 and just got pipped, but in 2013 he turned this team into a side of young
champions and had revenge on Aquinas in the GF, after suffering a big defeat 2 weeks
earlier in the first Semi Final.
Anyone who knows Scott has the upmost admiration and respect for such a likeable and
caring bloke, who always has the best interest of his players, their parents and the
Dragons as a first priority.
Scotty is a coach who goes about his coaching with integrity and would never ask for any
special treatment or accolades, as he just loves being involved with his team and mates.
The 10Bs were also voted as the Dragons team of the year, which is a great honour for
Scott and his fellow coaching staff, manager, trainers and of course all of the players.
Scott you thoroughly deserve both the Coach of the year and also the honour of Team of
the year and the club commends you on your achievements in 2013.
I know Scott will be embarrassed to receive this award, but I say to you mate, enjoy every
bit of it as the Engadine Dragons are better off for having you in our Club.
SPORTSMAN AWARD
Awarded to a Player on all round sporting ability and achievement and held on one
occasion only.
Jack METCALFE
What a stellar season jack has had, in all sporting codes.
Jack excelled each week in the under 12A side and on top of this he was selected to
represent Sydney East School teams in both Rugby League and Rugby Union in the State
Cup knock out competitions.
Jack was selected in the centres for the league competition and he was instrumental in
helping his side win the competition at Dubbo, and very unlucky not to be selected in the
NSW team.
Jack possesses an amazing sidestep that fools many a player and is solid in defence. He
was also a part of the under 12 Engadine/Bosco OZ-Tag team that went to the knockouts
on the South coast and played with skill and enthusiasm in every game.
Jack is the type of kid who can take to any sport he puts his hand to, and be competitive at
the highest level in doing so, and is a very worthy winner of the 2013 Sportsman award.
Congratulations Jack on a most successful and rewarding year, I am sure we will be
reading and hearing about your future achievements for many years to come.
HAZEL COUSEMACKER TROPHY
Awarded to the best performing Club Player at Junior Representative game level.
No Representative Player this year.
GARY CANNINGS AWARD
Awarded to a Player as an encouragement for them to continue playing Rugby League
with the Dragons, taking the opportunity to develop and improve their game and to
continue their participation in a great team sport with the Club.
Jaron ISEMONGER
Jaron has played for the dragons for 8 seasons now and there would not be a more polite,
respected and likeable boy playing within our club.
Jaron plays in the hooker position and gives his best effort every time he puts on the
Dragons colours. He prides himself on his defence, and is a very good dummy half runner
who often catches the opposition out, with his darting runs.
You can always count on Jaron to help a mate out or assist with any parent or committee
member when there is a job to be done around Anzac on game day or during the training
week.
Jaron has played 106 games for the Dragons so far, but I am sure he will be plugging
away in another 10-15 years’ time, week after week with our future A-Grade sides, with
same attitude and respect he displays today.
Jaron definitely deserves the Gary Canning’s award this season and he truly represents
what this award was intended for.
Congratulations Jaron on this wonderful achievement.
PETER GREEN AWARD
Awarded to the most valuable Dragons Player and is based on the person who
accumulates the most Best & Fairest points during the season – across all Grades.
Harrison NOAKES
Harry played his seventh season with the Dragons this year, has played over 100 games
and to be awarded the Peter Green award for the club is well deserved.
Harry loves his footy and is most enthusiastic in all aspect of the game. Participates 100%
at training as well as in a game.
Always talking to his team by giving encouragement and leading by example, taking hit up
after hit up. Not only a work horse in running but in defense also. Not the most text book
tackler, but very strong and reliable often putting his body on the line. If those of you that
watched his teams grand final win this year would have seen a fine game which
demonstrated his qualities.
Use this award Harry to give you the encouragement to strive to develop your game for
future success with the Engadine Dragons
Top effort and well done Harry.
GRAHAME KIDD MEMORIAL TROPHY
Awarded to any player from under 6 to under 9 in recognition of future talent.
This is not an encouragement award. This is to a player who has shown outstanding ability
in his age group and has the potential of being an up-and-coming player of the future.
Dane LYNCH
Dane played his fourth year of rugby league this year and has showed over these years to
be an excellent talent and one to watch in the future.
In two of his previous seasons he has been voted Best and Fairest for his team, proving
the many talents he possess.
A natural ball player who plays in the halves, Dane's passing game is great to watch. At 9
years of age he shows talent beyond his years. He can already throw long cut out passes
and directs his team around the park well. Dane also has an exceptional kicking game
which resulted in many tries this year. In completing his all round game he is also a fine
defender, often first in to lead by example.
Dane is a worthy recipient of this prestigious award and will no doubt be a future talent for
this club.
Congratulations Dane.
TEAM PERFORMANCES
Team
6Blue
6Red
6Yellow
6Green
7Blue
7Red
7Green
8B
8C
9A
9B
10A
10B
10C
11A
11B
11C
11C(3)
12A
12B
13A
13B
14A*
14B(1)*
14B(2)
15A
15B
18
No. Of
Players
9
10
10
9
10
9
9
11
11
16
17
13
14
14
12
13
13
13
14
14
18
20
14
17
15
18
17
19
Position Points
in Comp for
1st
2nd
2nd
4th
3rd
1st
4th
2nd
1st
5th
6th
4th
8th
4th
5th
6th
3rd
11th
4th
6th
9th
354
244
194
178
432
246
214
444
450
372
518
230
402
282
336
340
270
248
224
76
291
148
160
208
82
266
212
92
Points Matches Won Lost Drew Byes Forfeits
Against Played
286
240
312
398
164
307
366
246
276
140
362
234
222
342
106
288
328
338
128
442
168
286
235
260
435
200
326
466
14
14
14
14
15
15
15
17
18
18
17
17
18
16
17
18
15
15
16
15
15
14
14
16
14
15
14
14
8
5
4
2
11
4
4
12
14
12
11
7
15
6
13
12
6
4
10
0
7
5
3
6
1
7
4
0
6
7
10
11
3
9
10
3
3
3
5
7
2
8
1
5
8
9
6
15
7
9
8
6
11
7
10
11
2
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
1
1
2
1
2
-
*14A & 14B(1) teams played as combined Engadine Dragons/Bosco teams.
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
OUTSTANDING TEAM AWARD - awarded to any team upon achievements.
1975
1976
1977
1978
1979
1980
1981
1982
1983
1984
10A
12A
11B(1)
13A
10A
15A
6A
12A
8A
17
1985
1986
1987
1988
1989
1990
1991
1992
1993
1994
13A
12A
23
17
A Grade
C Grade
11A
21
12A
A Grade
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
14A
AR
9A
19
12B
12A
21A
A Grade
13A
13A
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
10B
14B
14A
19
14B
11B
13A
8A
10B
MOST IMPROVED TEAM – Up to 1993, awarded to any team from Under 7 to Under 10.
From 1994, awarded to any team from Under 6 to Under 14.
1976
1977
1978
1979
1980
1981
1982
1983
1984
1985
1986
1987
1988
10B(2)
10B(2)
10B
7A
8A
7A
8A
9B
7(2)
10B
7(2)
10A
10B
1989
1990
1991
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
8A
8B
9B
8A
9C
14
13A
9A
6Blue
7Blue
7Blue
8B
8B(1)
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
10B
11B
9B
7Blue
10B
9A
14B
9C
8B
12C
13A
7Blue
JUNIOR LEAGUE PREMIERSHIPS WON
A
10
2nd
Nil
15B
2
11C
1
AR
1
AR(2) 23
Nil
2
22
Nil
21
3
20
Nil
19
5
18
Nil
17
3
16
3
15A
5
15(2) 14A
1
6
14B
5
14C
1
13A
6
13B
2
13C
3
12A
7
12B
3
12C
2
11A
9
11B
7
10A
8
10C
1
9A
7
9B
5
9C
1
8A
10
8B
4
8C
1
7A
7
7B
3
7C
2
10B
4
6A
1
In 1993 the A Reserve competition commenced, in 1998 the A Reserve competition was
changed to 2nd Grade and in 2009 was changed back to A Reserve.
In 1997 & 1998 there was an additional A Reserve competition, A Reserve (2).
JUNIOR LEAGUE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS
JUNIOR (U8-U12)
SENIOR (U13-A GRADE)
1970
1971
1972
1976
1981
1982
1983
1982
1986
1994
1997
1998
TOMMY BISHOP SHIELD - U7 Knock Out
1971
1972
1976
1982
Winner
Winner
Runner-up
Winner
JUNIOR LEAGUE MOST IMPROVED TEAM
1976
1983
1996
2011
10B(2)
9B
9A
11C
ALL TIME POINT SCORERS (500 POINTS OR MORE)
Mitchell NEYLAN
Mark STEWART
Aaron PALMER
Kane RYAN
David SULLIVAN
Markus ZUSAK
Andrew JOHNSTON
Hayden AIREY
Ryan CARR
Jason BEARE
Luke RICHMOND
Nathan KNIGGE
Matt JAMES
Joshua NOAKES
Blake COUSEMACKER
Gary HAMMOND
Dane COURTNEY
1930
1663
1130
1109
1092
879
867
804
676
664
645
635
623
*611
606
604
*600
Mark WATCHORN
Scott BILLSBOROUGH
Paul BELL
Joshua SPENCER
Mark ROBIN
Dale JOHNSTON
Brett SMITH
Luke MASON
Brett LEVINGS
Brad RING
Joel BARRY
Chad RICHMOND
Warren GREEN
Matthew ALEWOOD
Brett MAY
Simon PARSONS
* Played in 2013
578
560
555
546
544
537
531
*527
525
517
510
508
505
504
503
501
AUSTRALIA
Robbie KEARNS
Mark McGAW
Mathew ROGERS
CRONULLA-SUTHERLAND DISTRICT R.L.F.C.
Paul BELL
Colin BEST
Glenn BLOOR
David BROUGHTON
Aaron BRUCE
Shaun BRUCE
Don CARTER
Colin COLE
Craig DAWSON
Jake DENFORD
Cameron DUNSTAN
Kenneth EBB
Scott FLEMING
Kurt GILLIES
John GRIFFITHS
Adam GOODE
Wayne HALL
Gary HAMMOND
Peter HAMMOND
Andrew HICK
Mitchell HEALEY
Dane HUNT
Steven JONES
Robbie KEARNS
Adam KNIGHT
Anthony KNIGHT
Brett LONGVILLE
Mark McGAW
Michael MORRIS
Leslie NICHOLLS
Mark NOAKES
Geoffrey PINK
Michael PORTER
Adam RITSON
Mathew ROGERS
Boyd RYAN
David SULLIVAN
Craig TIMMENS
Jeremy THOMPSON
John TOLHURST
Joe VAN DER VALK
Ossie WELSH
Darren ZIEGENFUSZ
NATIONAL UNDER 20’s
Aaron BRUCE (2)
Jake DENFORD (3)
Cameron DUNSTAN
Adam GOODE (2)
Michael MORRIS (2)*
PRESIDENTS CUP
Ray BEACROFT (3)
Colin BEAK
Michael CASSEL
David DEED
Lyle DIAMOND
Mark DODGE
Steven EBB (2)
David FLINT
Paul GILBERT (2)
Kurt GILLIES (2)
Peter HAMMOND
Steven HANSFORD
Warren HARRIES (2)
Tim LEESE
Mark McGAW
Greg MALONEY (2)
Craig MILLER (2)
Murray MORRISON
Glenn NELSON
Peter O'DONNELL
Geoffrey PINK
Michael PORTER
Adam PROBERT
Roby RUSHBOURNE
Shane STRUTHERS
David SULLIVAN (2)
Ted TERONE
Gary TING
John TOLHURST
Phillip WARNER
Joe WHITTLE
Michael WILLIAMS
* Played in 2013
JERSEY FLEGG CUP
Colin BALLARD (2)
Ray BEACROFT
Craig DAVIESColin BEAK
Paul BELL
Ryan CARR (2)
Lyle DIAMOND
Mark DODGE
Ronald EMTAGE
Matthew FIELDING
Scott FLEMING (2)
Tye FLEMING
John GARDNER
Paul GILBERT
Kurt GILLIES
Peter GREEN
Gary HAMMOND
Peter HAMMOND
Michael HART (2)
Phillip HEWITT
Andrew HICK
Dean HOSKING (2)
Barry HOWARD
Chris HOWARD
Dane HUNT
Andrew JOHNSTON (2)
Dale JOHNSTON
Mark KEARNS
Adam KNIGHT (2)
Anthony KNIGHT (2)
Jason LAURENCE
Brett LONGVILLE
Mark McKERNAN
Barry McMANUS (2)
Brett MAXWORTHY
Craig MILLER (2)
Murray MORRISON (2)
Cameron NAPPER
Glenn NELSON
Shane NEWTON
Mark NOAKES
Shaun O'BRYAN
Mark O'HALLORAN
Glen O'LEARY
Aaron PALMER
Michael PINK
Michael PORTER
Tony REA
Mark ROBIN
Cameron ROSSITER
John RUSSELL
Darren SANCHEZ
Craig SCUTTS (2)
Mark STEWART (2)
Martin STEWART
Brad STREETING
Jeremy THOMPSON (2)
Raymond THOMPSON
Wayne THOMPSON
Denis TING
Scott VITELLI
Phillip WARNER
Michael WARTON
Mark WATCHORN
Michael WESTON (2)
Blake WHIPPS
Darren ZIEGENFUSZ (2)
S.G. BALL CUP
David ADAMS
Murray ASTON
Brian BALLARD
Brett BENTLEY
Paul BELL (2)
Michael BLACK
Scott BILSBOROUGH
Karl BOOTHROYD
Craig BROUGHTON
Adam BROWN
Simon BROWN
Justin BRUBAKER
Aaron BRUCE
Shaun BRUCE
Nathan BULLOCK
Martin CAMPBELL
Ryan CARR (2)
Paul CASSEL
Mark CHANDLER
Sean CRAWLEY (2)
Craig DAVIES
Andrew DEBRECZENI
Jake DENFORD
Kenneth DENFORD
Lyle DIAMOND
Mark DODGE
Scott DUDMAN
Cameron DUNSTAN (2)
Mark ELDER
Michael FEENING
Scott FLEMING (2)
Andrew FRASER
Adam GARVEY
Timothy GIBSON
Paul GILBERT
Craig GILLIES
Adam GOODE (2)
Derek GRAY
Peter GREEN
Richard GREEN
Warren GREEN
Markham HANDCOCK
Daniel HARRISON
Michael HART (2)
Brett HEADLEY
Mitchell HEALEY (2)
Phillip HEWITT
Andrew HICK
Wayne HOOD
Dean HOSKING
Barry HOWARD
Dane HUNT (3)
Darrel HUTCHINSON
Andrew JOHNSTON
* Played in 2013
S.G. BALL CUP (Cont.)
Robert KEARNS
Mark KEEGAN
Adam KNIGHT (2)
Anthony KNIGHT
Michael LATHAM
Tim LEESE
Ricky LEWIS
Brett LONGVILLE
Dean LONGVILLE
Shane McCARTHY
John McCLAREN
Paul McGRODER
Ryan MILES
Craig MILLER
Mark MONK
Bradley MOON
Michael MORRIS
Murray MORRISON
Adam NAPPER
Cameron NAPPER
Glenn NELSON
Mitch NEYLAN (2)
Daniel NEWTON (2)
Timothy NICHOLLS
Gavin NICHOLSON
Jason OATES
Dean O'BRYAN
Shaun O'BRYAN
Peter O'DONNELL
Chris O’REILLY
Michael PINK
Michael PORTER
Tony REA (2)
Anthony RICE
Chad RICHMOND
Adam RITSON
Cameron ROSSITER
John RUSSELL
Khan SALAMALIKIS
Craig SCUTTS
Mark STEWART
Ryan STEWART
Brad STREETING (2)
Mitchell STUART
Gary TEMPLE
Andrew THEOBOLD
Jeremy THOMPSON (3)
Raymond THOMPSON
Dennis TING (Oatley Shield)
Gary TING (Oatley Shield)
Cameron TOPHAM
Toby TOPHAM
Luke TOWNSEND (2)
Larry WARNER
Paul WARRINGTON
Michael WARTON
Bradley WATTS
Michael WESTON
Mark WOOLSEY
Darren ZIEGENFUSZ
HAROLD MATTHEWS CUP
David ADAMS
Michael ADAMS
Jason ANDERSON
Jason AUSTIN
Colin BALLARD (2)
Paul BELL
Brett BENTLEY
Karl BOOTHROYD
Jake BRIDGE
David BROUGHTON
Adam BROWN
Justin BRUBAKER
Aaron BRUCE
Shaun BRUCE
Tim BRYANT
Mathew BUCKLEY
Ryan CARR (2)
Paul CASSEL
Mark CHANDLER
Shaun CRAWLEY
Brayden DAVIES
Craig DAVIES
Harrison DAY
Andrew DEBRECZENI (2)
Brett DENFORD
Jake DENFORD
Peter DOEPEL
Luke DODGE
Scott DUDMAN
(Endeavour Cup)
Cameron DUNSTAN
Paul DWYER
Duncan ELLEM
Andrew FERGUSON
Darren FINDLAY
Scott FLEMING
Darren FOGARTY
Mark FOSTER
* Played in 2013
Andrew FRASER
John GARDNER
Adam GARVEY (2)
Timothy GIBSON
David GRAINGER
Peter GREEN
Warren GREEN
Adam GOODE
Markham HANDCOCK
Michael HART
Mitchell HEALEY
Andrew HICK
Jason HODSDON
Glenn HOLDEN
Dean HOOD
Dane HUNT
Ryan JENKINS
Andrew JOHNSTON (2)
Dale JOHNSTON
HAROLD MATTHEWS CUP (Cont.)
Timothy KEARNEY
Robert KEARNS
Mark KEEGAN
Dean KEMBER
Adam KNIGHT
Peter KNOWLES
Ryan LEARY-SMITH (2)
Timothy LEESE
Brett LEVINGS
Brett LONGVILLE
Dean LONGVILLE
Mark McKERNAN
Garry McKINNON
Paul MAGUIRE
Ryan MILES
Michael MORRIS
Murray MORRISON
Scott MURPHY
Adam NAPPER
Cameron NAPPER
Jordon NEATE
Glenn NELSON
Mitchell NEYLAN (2)
Daniel NEWTON
Gavin NICHOLSON
Jason OATES (2)
Dean O'BRYAN
David O'DONNELL
Matthew O'DONNELL (2)
Peter O'DONNELL
Chris O’REILLY (2)
Matthew PALLISTER
Danny PERKINS
Michael PORTER
Zach ROGERS
Jason SMITH
Mark STEWART
Brad STREETING
Mitchell STUART (2)
Ryan STUART
David SULLIVAN
Jeremy THOMPSON
Cameron TOPHAM
Toby TOPHAM
Luke TOWNSEND (2)
Wade VAN GEMERT
Jarryd WARD (2)
Larry WARNER
(Endeavour Cup)
Ken WARREN
Darren ZIEGENFUSZ
Markus ZUSAK
NSW UNDER 18’s
Ryan CARR
MAL MENINGA CUP
Colin BEST
TERRY LAMB CUP
Mark McKERNAN
Mark STEWART
* Played in 2013
NATIONAL UNDER 20’s
Was started in 2008 as an under 20’s age group. It follows the 1st Grade competition
draw.
PRESIDENTS CUP
Was under 19 years (1975, 76 and 77). Prior to 1975 and after 1977 the competition was
under 21 years. It was discontinued in 1987.
JERSEY FLEGG CUP
Was under 17 years (1975, 76 and 77). Prior to 1975 and until 1984 it was under 18
years. In 1985 it was changed to under 19 years. In 1997 it was changed to under 20. It
was discontinued in 2007.
S. G. BALL CUP
Was under 15 years prior to 1978 when it took over from the Oatley Shield. From 1979 to
1985 it was under 16 years. In 1986 it was changed to under 17 years. In 1997 it was
changed to under 18.
HAROLD MATTHEWS CUP
Was an under 14 K.O. competition having taken over from the Endeavour Cup. In 1985 it
was a 'round robin' carnival. 1986 to 1996 & 2003 under 15 years. 1997 to 2002 & 2004
onwards under 16 years.
MAL MENINGA CUP
Formed by the Super League in 1997 (for that year only) and was an under 19
competition.
TERRY LAMB CUP
Formed by the Super League in 1997 (for that year only) and was an under 17
competition.
400 MATCH AWARD
Peter GREEN
350 MATCH AWARD
Aaron PALMER
300 MATCH AWARD
Daniel CHAPMAN
Steve JOHNSTON
Simon PARSONS
Drew LEVIN
250 MATCH AWARD
Nathan BULLOCK
Trent CROFT
Kurt GILLIES
Dean LONGVILLE
Mark NOAKES
Matthew CHAPMAN
Brett FLEMING
Peter HAMMOND
Adam LYNCH
Glenn O'LEARY
Steven COUGHLAN
Tye FLEMING
Andrew JOHNSTON
Mitch NEYLAN
200 MATCH AWARD
Colin BALLARD
Colin BEAK
Paul BELL
Nathan BILLSBOROUGH
Scott BILLSBOROUGH
Glenn BLOOR
Troy BRINKWORTH
Shane CHAPMAN
Blake COUSEMACKER
Drew COUSEMACKER
Sean CRAWLEY
Craig DAVIES
Mark DODGE
Paul DWYER
Kenneth EBB
Steven EBB
Mark ELDER
Ash FRASER
Adam GARVEY
Paul GILBERT
Adam GRANT
Kevin GREEN
Wayne HALL
Markham HANDCOCK
Nathan HARRIS
Brett HEADLEY
Mitch HEALEY
Lincoln HUNT
Robert KEMP
David KIDD
Matthew KNIGGE
Brett LONGVILLE
Adam LYNCH
Denis MARSH
Mark McGAW
Logan McGLINCHY
Michael McSTAY
Murray MORRISON
Scott NANCARROW
Glenn NELSON
* Awarded 2013
Adam NAPPER
Cameron NAPPER
Michael PORTER
Alan REA
Tony REA
Luke RICHMOND
Brad RING*
Dean ROBINSON
Dean SHIPWAY
Daniel SMITH
Mark STEWART
Mitchell STUART
Ben TANNER
Wayne TURNER
Scott VITELLI
Larry WARNER
Phillip WARNER
Mark WATCHORN
Markus ZUSAK
150 MATCH AWARD
Hayden AIREY
Clint ALLEN
Barry ARKLEY
Corey ASTON
Brian BALLARD
Chad BEATTIE
Glenn BLOOR
Evan BRUNTON
Leigh CAPEL
Ryan CARR
Robert COTTON
Thomas COTTON
David CROFT
Mitchell DARLINGTON
Brayden DAVIES
Joshua DAVIES
Harrison DAY
Stephen DENFORD
Luke DODGE
Bruce DRIES
Adam DRANSFIELD
Cameron DUNSTON
Duncan ELLEM
Aaron FAULKNER
Andrew FERGUSON
Darren FINDLAY
David FLINT
Mitchell FLOYD
Dane FORD
Matt FORD
Scott FRATER
John GARDNER
Braiden GARRICK
Matthew GILMORE
Gary HAMMOND
Alex HAYDEN
David HESFORD
Mark HESSE
David HINE
Michael HOOPER
Tommy HOOPER
Dean HOSKING
Ken HYDE
Dane HUNT
Chris ISAAC
Blake JAMES
Matt JAMES
Kevin JOHANSSON
Brad JOHNSTON
Dale JOHNSTON
Tim KEARNEY
Dean KEMBER
Jarred KEEVERS
Peter KINGSTON
Nathan KNIGGE
Hilton LEES
Ryan LEVIN *
Brett LEVINGS
Brett LOWDER
Blake LUCY
Mat McKENZIE
Brett MAY
Ryan MAY
Ryan MILES
Shane NEWTON
Luke NICHOLS
Tim NICHOLLS
Jackson O’DEMPSEY
Matthew O'DONNELL
Chris O’REILLY
David O'TOOLE
Anthony PARSONS
Michael PINK
Liam RAPLEY
Chad RICHMOND
Cameron RING
Stephen RING
Travis RING
Tyson ROGERS
Nathan ROSE
Ben RYAN
Kane RYAN
Khan SALAMALIKIS
Ryan SHERWOOD
Matthew SMITH *
Steven SMITH
Warren SMITH
Wayne SMITH
Todd STEWART
David SULLIVAN
Ben TANNER
Richard TAYLOR
Justin THORBURN
John TOLHURST
Luke TOWNSEND
Kenneth WARREN
Bradley WATTS
Michael WESTON
Robert WESTON
Lee WILSON
Rodney WOODRUFF
Matthew WRIGHT
100 MATCH AWARD
Grant ABSALOM
Craig AIREY
Nathan AIREY
Mathew ALEWOOD
Phillip ALLEN
Mitchell ALLUM
Brian ANDREWS
Ryan ASPLIN
Gavin ASTON
Brett ATKIN
Hayden AYRES
Greg BAKER
Robert BALDOCK
Jason BALLARD
Ben BARFORD
Stephen BEAK
Glen BEAMES
Grant BEAMES
* Awarded 2013
Jason BEARE
Troy BEAUMONT
Adrian BEDFORD
Johnnie BEDFORD
Kyle BEDFORD
Christopher BELL
Scott BELLOTTI
Jeffrey BENNETT
Angus BIRD
100 MATCH AWARD (Cont.)
Michael BLACK
Chris BOLAND
Karl BOOTHROYD
Wayne BOUFFLER
Daniel BRANDER
Matthew BRANDER
Adam BROWN
Simon BROWN
Stuart BROWNE
Daniel BRUBAKER
Jack BRUBAKER
Mitchell BRUNTON
Bradley BYRNE
Donovan CAMPBELL
Craig CANNINGS
Craig CASSEL
Mark CHANDLER
Darryl CHAPMAN
Bradley CHARTERS
Joel CHEESMAN
Ross CLARKE
Colin COLE
Kevin COLE
Laurie COLE
Brayden COLENSO
Blake CONNAL
Tyran CONNOR *
Mick CONROY
Paul CONSTANZO
Jason COTTLE
James COTTON
Paul COTTON
Dane COURTNEY *
Peter CROAKER
Jyle CROFTS
Lee CURTIS
Andrew DARLINGTON
Craig DAWSON
Jordan DAY
Kenneth DENFORD
Matthew DOVES
Jordan DOW
Michael DRIES
Glenn DRYLAND
Neil DUDMAN
Scott DUDMAN
Brett DUHIGG
Bradley EBB
Kain EBB
Andrew EDWARDS
Peter EDWARDS
Scott EDWARDS
Peter ELDER
Connor ELLEM
James ELLIS
Aaron ESHMAN
Christian ESHMAN
Michael FARRELL
Matt FAY
Eli FERGUSON *
Jurra FERGUSON
Logan FLEMING *
Scott FLEMING
Taine FLEMING
Luke FORBES
Bailey FREEMAN *
Kurt FREER-McKINLEY
Jake FROST
Jeremy FROST
Michael FROST
John FRY
Ross FRYER
Nathan GALE
Grant GARRICK
Todd GARVEY
Wayne GEDDES
Brett GIBBS
Timothy GIBSON
Gregory GILBERT
Mark GILBERT
Nathan GILES
Craig GILLIES
Andrew GILMORE
Nelson GILMORE *
Harry GOLDSMITH *
Scott GORDON
David GRAINGER
Ben GREEN
Warren GREEN
Cynan GREY *
Scott GUERIN
Jamie HAAMI
Troy HALL
David HAMMOND
* Awarded 2013
Michael HAMMOND
Troy HARPER
Mitch HATCH
Paul HAWKINS
Sam HEALY *
Andrew HICK
Rodney HIRST
Glenn HOLDEN
Dean HOOD
Wayne HOOD
Robert HOST
Barry HOWARD
Chris HOWARD
Daniel HOWARD
Blake HOSKING *
Tom HUBBARD
Keith HUGHES
Mark HUGHES
Paul HUGHES
Curtis HUNTER
Jake HUNTER *
Zac HUNTER
Blake IBBETT
Mitchell IBBETT
Paul INGRAM
Craig IRELAND
Jaron ISEMONGER *
Bradley JACKSON
Andrew JAMES
Ryan JENKINS
Christopher JENKINS
Darrel JOHNSEN
Mark JOHNSON
Stuart JOHNSON
Brendan JOHNSTON
Jake KEARNS
Mark KEEGAN
Stuart KEENAN
Nathan KENALY
Craig KENWORTHY
Phillip KING
Adam KNIGHT
Anthony KNIGHT
Peter KNOWLES
Ryan LAKER
Scott LAKER
Michael LATHAM
100 MATCH AWARD (Cont.)
Ben LEDGERWOOD
John LEEBOLD
Dylan LEES
Jayden LEPLAW *
Joel LEVIN
Kieran LEVIN
Steven LEWIS
Andrew LONDON
Ryan LONGVILLE
Brendon LUCK
Gareth LUPTON
Jamie LUPTON
Ryan LUPTON
Daniel MacDONALD
Andrew McLEAN
Justin McLEAN
Adam McKINLEY
Gary McKINNON
Tyler McGLINCHY
Barry McMANUS
James McMAHON
Clint McNAMARA
Paul MAGUIRE
Corey MARKHAM
Ian MARSH
Kurt MARSH
Luke MASON *
Eathan MAY
Grant MAY
Kyle MAY
Shane MAYBERRY
Joel MAYNE
David MEREDITH
Bodie MICALLEF
Kayne MICELLEF
Ian MIDDLETON
Craig MILLER
Adam MOBBS
Ross MORRISON
Tom MORRISON
Dean MORTIMER
Jarrod MORTIMER
Matt MUNRO
Boyd MUNTZ
Corey MUNTZ
Jason MUNTZ
Chris NELSON
Trevor NEVILLE
Jake NEWMAN
Michael NEWTON
Andrew NINNES
Harrison NOAKES *
Joshua NOAKES
Jason OATES
Shane OATES
Brodie O’BRIEN *
Glenn O'BRIEN
David O'DONNELL
Peter O'DONNELL
Luke OLDFIELD
Jason O’REILLY
Jai OSGOOD *
Maximus O’SHEA
Stephen O'TOOLE
Thomas PALMER
Corey PARSONS *
Daniel PASCOE *
Ben PASTOR
Ethan PASTOR *
Blake PATON *
Joel PATON *
Joshua PATON *
Andrew PERRY
Jarrod PETTIT
Daniel PEYCHERS *
Gavin PHILLIPS
Glen PHILLIPS
Cameron PIPER
Reece PIPER
Scott PIPER
Brett POOLE
Michael PRICE
Andrew PURCELL
Benjamin QUERIN
Jason RAPER
Damien REES
Brett RILEY
Mark RING
Mark ROBIN
Gary ROBINSON
Graeme ROBINSON
Kevin ROBINSON
* Awarded 2013
Mark RODIOS
Kieran ROGERS
Kyle ROGERS
Zac ROGERS
Alan ROWLING
Glenn RUSSELL
Tom RYAN
Kris SCHOFIELD
Frank SCHREUDER
Michael SCHREUDER
Craig SCHWEIGHOFFER
Kurt SCHWEIGHOFFER
Gregory SELL
Daniel SHEEHY
Mitchell SHEEHY
Peter SHEPHERD
Craig SHIRWELL
Jimmy SHOOTER
Steven SHOOTER
Jeffrey SHORT
Peter SIMPSON
Rodney SIMPSON
Shane SIMPSON
Brendan SMITH
Brett SMITH
Keiran SMITH
Luke SMITH *
Terry SMITH
Morris SNEPVANGERS
Joshua SPENCER
Hayden SPLIT
Rodney STAFF
Chris STANLEY
Robert STANTON
Brenum STEWART
Bradley STUVE
Grant SULLIVAN
Mark SULLIVAN
Jordan SYLVESTOR *
Greg TAYLOR
Alex TEUMA
Thomas TEUMA
Andrew THORNBERRY
Ken THORNBERRY
Craig TIMMENS
Luke TISDELL
100 MATCH AWARD (Cont.)
Joel TOPHAM
Toby TOPHAM
Anthony TOMS
Matt TOWELL
Craig TREHEARNE
Luke TURNER
Steven TURNER
Adrian VAN DER VALK
Scott VAN DER VALK
Gregory VAUGHAN
Brett VINCENT
Gary VITELLI
Stephen WAILES
Mark WAKEFIELD
Matthew WALKER
Glenn WALTERS
David WARD
Jarryd WARD
Brad WARDROBE
Shaun WARREN
Steven WARREN
Michael WARTON
Ben WATTS
Scott WAUDBY
Billy WEBECK
Ossie WELSH
Craig WHEELER
Jake WHEELER
Brett WIGGINS
Todd WIGGINS
Glenn WILCOX
Brett WILLIAMS
Jake WILLIAMS
Troy WOOD
Trent WOODHILL
Trent WOOLDRIDGE
Brendon WRIGHT
Josh WRIGHT-McKAY
Robert ZUSAK
* Awarded 2013
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
Highest Point Scorers:
Junior:
Senior:
Koby WALLACE
Lachlan MEIER
6Blue
13A
156Points
99 Points
6Blue
15B
36 Tries
14 Tries
9B
13A
16 Goals
27 Goals
Highest Try Scorers:
Junior:
Senior:
Koby WALLACE
Matt WESTLAKE
Highest Goal Kickers:
Junior:
Senior:
Lachlan STANTON
Lachlan MEIER
Highest Scoring Team:
Junior:
Senior:
9B
14B(1)
Best Defensive Team:
518 Points
373 Points
Junior:
Senior:
11A
14B(2)
106 Points
148 Points
HIGHEST POINT SCORERS IN EACH TEAM
Juniors (U6 – U12)
6Blue
6Red
6Yellow
6Green
7Green
7Blue
7Red
8B
8C
9A
9B
9C
10A
10B
10C
11A
11B
11C
11(3)
12A
12B
Koby WALLACE
Kye CONNOR
Kaylem BURGE
Cooper BALL
Ryan WOTTON
Jake WALLACE
Cooper WOOLLEY
Beau WALLACE
Jake FIBBINS
Luke WALLACE
Lachlan STANTON
Corey BURLING
Cooper DUFFY
Kyle BROTHERTON
Mitchell GEORGE
Dane COURTNEY
Tyran KEPU
Griffin KENWORTHY
Matthew NAUDE
Jack METCLAFE
Ryan LANE
Seniors (U13 – A Grade)
156
98
128
64
94
90
72
86
148
74
112
150
40
132
78
102
68
66
56
34
36
13A
13B
14A
14B(1)
14B(2)
15A
15B
18
Lachlan MEIER
Zach O’HALLOREN
Kye RUSSELL
Josh NOAKES
Mitchell SHEEHY
Dylan GILLESPIE
Zach HUNTER
Jett CHEADLE
Tim BERRY
99
32
32
30
76
32
52
68
18
HIGHEST POINT SCORERS (60 or more)
6Blue
9C
8C
10B
6Yellow
9B
11A
13A
6Red
8C
7Green
7Blue
8B
7Blue
8B
6Blue
7Blue
Koby WALLACE
156
Corey BURLING
150
Jake FIBBINS
148
Kyle BROTHERTON
132
Kaylem BURGE
128
Lachlan STANTON
112
Dane COURTNEY
102
Lachlan MEIER
99
Kye CONNOR
98
Henri HILES
98
Ryan WOTTON
94
Jake WALLACE
90
Beau WALLACE
86
Ryan DAVIDSON
84
Michael BROADSTOCK 82
Cooper SMITH
80
Cooper SHERWOOD
80
10B
9B
10C
14B(1)
7Green
9A
7Red
10C
14B(1)
8B
9B
9B
11B
15B
11C
6Green
10C
Ryan BARDEN
Jayden KEPU
Mitchell GEORGE
Mitchell SHEEHY
Finn McMAHON
Luke WALLACE
Cooper WOOLLEY
Matthew SPENCER
Brodie McGOVERN
Charlie TeHIRA
Ben METCALFE
Jacob GUNN
Tyran KEPU
Jett CHEADLE
Griffin KENWORTHY
Cooper BALL
Jordan LITCHFIELD
80
78
78
76
74
74
72
72
72
70
70
68
68
68
66
64
62
3 SEASONS AWARDS
Cooper SMITH
Koby WALLACE
Taj HICKSON
Cooper SHEEHY
Kai THATCHER
Zane BELL
Ryder STEWART
Michael BROADSTOCK-MALONEY
Brayden BEAMS
Zac REA
Jayke FIBBINS
Brandon WOLKIEWICZ
Jake QUINLIVAN
Kallon DRIES
Jett HARDY
Justin LETTON
6Blue
6Blue
6Red
6Red
7Red
7Blue
7Blue
8B
8B
8B
8C
8C
9A
9B
9B
9B
Samson VATUVEI
Jules DIXON
Mitchell GEORGE
Tyler CUSSEN
Joshua UPHAM
Ryan PURCELL
Luke DICKSON
Caleb RYE
Jack SHERWOOD
Lachlan KEOUGH
Kye RUSSELL
Nicholas SLATER-RAPTIS
Joshua SMITH
Thomas ADDIS
Jack PALMER
Carl O’FARRELL
Patrick MAY
Jake ASHFORD COX
Hayden WATSON
Joshua BARATTA
Bailey FERGUSON
10A
10C
10C
11B
11C(3)
11C
12A
12A
13A
13B
13B
13B
13B
14B(2)
14B(2)
SN
SN
SN
SN
SN
SN
5 SEASONS AWARDS
Jai WILLIAMS
Kooper BANNISTER
Lachlan COLENSO
Taj KIDD
Zane KIDD
Kurt PEYCHERS
Rory CARTWRIGHT
Nick FREEMAN
Jy GARVEY
Ben METCALFE
Ryan ASTBURY
Tyler COLDWELL
Cooper DUFFY
Luke DAVOREN
Brynn MAGSON
Thomas SHEPHERD
Owen WILLIAMS
Samuel HUGHES
8B
9A
9A
9A
9A
9A
9B
9B
9B
9B
9B
10A
10A
10B
10B
10B
10C
10C
Steven GREEN
Heath LUCK
Josh SMITH
Jared KIDD
Kobi PAYNTER
Nathan ALLEN
Lee CHEADLE
Samuel DICKEY
Cameron WESTLAKE
Hayden LUMB
Sam WILSON
Logan KEPU
Lachlan MEIER
Joshua MILROSS
Aaron BARFORD
Jake GLANFIELD
Sean STEPHEN
11A
11A
11A
11B
11B
11C(3)
11C(3)
11C(3)
12A
12B
12B
13A
13A
13A
13B
13B
13B
Miss Engadine Dragons 2013
Jessica Jenkins
Jessica with her partner Cameron Skillcorn at the JL Ball
Jess is currently at Uni studying for a Bachelor of Nursing degree, as she ultimately wants
to become a paramedic. Jess has just finished her 1st year and still has 2 years to go.
“Juggling a nursing degree with part-time work at McDonalds and being Miss Engadine
has definitely been one that was tough, but I wouldn't change it for anything. I feel so
privileged for being given the opportunity to represent the club and I'm so thankful for
being chosen. Despite not winning Miss Junior League, I had an unforgettable experience
and I felt honoured to be representing this great club along with meeting and working
along side the lovely ladies and men of the committee”.
A Minute with Miss Engadine
1. When/ How did you become involved with the Engadine Dragons?
I became involved in the Engadine Dragons when my brother was 4 years of age. He
began in the under 6's and has since been playing for the Dragons - now being in the
under 15's. 11 years of watching incredible football by my brother and his team mates has
been a family weekend tradition and I'm hoping Chris will play for many years to come.
2. What made you want to become Miss Engadine??
I wanted to apply for Miss Engadine because I wanted to show my family, especially my
brother, that I wanted more involvement than just being a spectator at the football. I
wanted to help fundraise and support my local football club as well as watch the talented
boys play football.
3. What was your highlight while being Miss Engadine this year?
My highlight of becoming Miss Engadine had to be fundraising at the Sharks game. It
definitely made me feel like I was part of the team, and it gave me a sense of responsibility
and pride to be representing the Engadine Dragons. I saw so many Engadine Dragons
people there and it was fantastic that they supported me by buying the tickets I was
selling.
4. Your favourite NRL Team?
My favourite NRL team is the Roosters, and I'm thrilled they won the grand final this year!
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Volunteer of the Year 2013
Grahame Wagener
Grahame “Wags” Wagener won the Holden Volunteer of the year award at the
NRL One Community Awards.
As a Junior Vice President of the Cronulla Sutherland Junior Rugby League, A committee
member of the Dragons (along with organising jerseys, being Gear Steward, organising all
the Trophies and much, much more) plus his significant contribution to establishing and
organising the Engadine Dragons Junior Disability Team saw Wags take out one of the top
awards on the night!!
It is a well earnt prize and we are so glad that he gets to be recognised in the wider
community for all the work that he does for Rugby League.
Well done Wags!
6 GREEN
Best and Fairest: Cooper BALL
Encouragement Award: Koby KIELLOR
This year was a very interesting year; I had three kids with strong lisps, one with an
American accent and a jabberer for a coach! None of us could understand each other at
training which was hilarious! I have coached now for seven consecutive years and this
year was by far my most challenging in many ways. We had 10 players to start the season
when Webby left for Tweed Heads and Valentine left for France, leaving us with just the 8
players, of which left us with only three six year olds in the team. But we all played and
even won two games in the end which was so exciting. It was an absolute pleasure
coaching these boys and by the seasons end they all called me Uncle which was very
touching, but is going to hurt at Christmas time with all of my new nephews!! Thank you to
the Engadine Dragons Club for letting me coach again Krissy Magraudy for being my
American manager, Shane Newts for helping me on the field and most of all Maxo, Kai
and Riley for helping me at training, I very much appreciated it! Also congratulations to all
the teams that won competitions this year especially the mighty under 11B side!!
HENNING O’SHEA
Henning came along way this year from last year making sand castles and tackling his
own team mates to this season being one of the genuine players we really relied on each
game, by the seasons end his defence was strong and his running lead to many tries this
season, well done Henning great season.
COOPER BALL
Cooper Ball was outstanding mid way through the season, he was untouchable, his cover
defence was impenetrable and they couldn't catch him when he ran the ball. Cooper was a
great asset to our team and thoroughly deserved the Best and Fairest award this season.
COBY KIELLOR
Coby Patrick Kiellor well what can I say but this Boy is a genuine crowd pleaser with his
fiery red hair and his short stocky build, every run he made brought laughter and joy to the
sidelines. He scored two reverse tries this season and made two tackles, for a four year
old I was very impressed by his tenacity. Great first season Cobes well done.
TIHLYA STULHUT
Tihlya is a bigger boy with plenty of pace, he was a pleasure to coach this year and he
was a fantastic member of our team. Tihlya really picked the game up well for his first
season and I can't wait to watch him play next year, well done mate great first season.
KAI MAGRAUDY
Kai is our import from the USA, he moved here this year with his parents on a two year
working visa and has become part of the family. Kai made some great runs and was one
of our best floppers we had! LOL, see you next season mate well done and I hope when
you go back to California you teach all your mates our game.
COOPER HAYES-CONWAY
Cooper was our battering ram, between him and Coby fighting each game I think he was
our most sin binned player, I am joking he was so much fun, Coby and him are extremely
dangerous together look out Engadine West Public School next year?? Cooper tried hard
all year and scored many tries in the middle of the field, I will never forget his diving
technique he is a natural try scorer if only we could get him to the try line! LOL.
LINCOLN NEWTON
Linc pulls the best angry face in the entire world. Linc comes from good breeding stock as
far as footy players go and has a great future in this game, he was a pleasure to coach
and even made two tackles this season, well done Linc great first season mate.
TAJ GEORGE
What do I say about Tajy I have never had a player so happy just to be out on the field but
not want to take a run or make a tackle, he has the cutest way about him and in the end
was having two to three runs a game. Big brother was proud of him and always helped at
training, you had a great season Taj and thank you for choosing me to coach you.
6 RED
Best and Fairest: Kye CONNOR
Encouragement: Blake O’KEEFE
Season 2013 for our little team proved to be a successful one for the U6Reds. We were
lucky enough to have the bulk of the side back up from last year as well as gaining 3 new
players. This certainly made it easier coaching the side. Each player I can honestly say
improved throughout the year. Whether it was at training or on game day, every time they
took the field something new would happen. I’m sure all the parents would agree that they
gave us a heap of joy. We started the season with some really good strong wins, really
showing off our attacking skills. The biggest improvement I noticed was the way the team
defended. From the start of the season when I would really help the kids get into position,
to being able to stand back and watch the team do it almost on their own, by getting back
in the defence line, or putting up our "wall" as we called it, from training was awesome. At
different times throughout each game I could hear different players telling each other to put
your "wall up". Training was paying off.
Once that was working they decided to start putting extra passes together and supporting
each other. We even started using a move to try and trick the opposition. Watching the
kids run straighter and helping each other, which was what I was trying to work on at
training, made it all worth it. As hard as we tried I just couldn’t get all the kids over for a try,
but it certainly wasn’t from lack of trying by them. I can tell you I’m a very proud coach and
parent of these guys and girl. I can’t wait to see them all back next year.
I want to thank all the kids for their efforts this year. Congratulations for all your efforts, you
guys are a pleasure to coach. Mums and dads, thanks for all your help at training and
support this season.
Belinda, for being our manager thank you for the organising you did emails, texts etc.
Garry our trainer, thanks for all the support you gave me and the kids at training and on
game day. Can’t wait till next year great work team.
Matt.
KYE CONNOR
A great year mate. Top point scorer, great runner with the ball in hand and a solid
defender. Did the most talking out on the field and is starting to understand the game, of
where he needs to be either in defence or on the attack. Congratulations on a great year
mate well done.
JAKE RAE
Another super year mate. Top little defender out wide and a great pair of hands with your
passes. Keep up the talking out on the field, it is a big help to the team. Looking forward to
next year. Well done.
COOPER SHEEHY
Well done mate, I loved the way you would run the ball up through the middle everytime
you got the ball. You have a super fend keep using it and more tries will come your way.
COOPER STEWART
A new player to our side and wow! The steel in the side with some awesome defence.
Always wanted to tackle on every play. I cant wait to watch you next year doing the same
thing. A strong ball runner too giving us plenty of space through the middle. Well done
buddy.
NATHAN WRIGHT
A new player to our team and boy did you improve. Always ready to tackle and loved
running out wide. Scored some top tries but it was tackling that stood out. With Cooper the
two top tacklers in the side. Bring on next year. Well done.
TAJ HICKSON
A super ball runner whether in the middle or some fancy footwork to bust through the
opposition. Also some great tackling this year too mate. I’m going to miss you buddy,
congratulations on a great year.
BLAKE O’KEEFE
Also new to our side and loved the way you play footy mate. Was our out wide specialist,
with some great ball running and just as strong defence. Always made the cover tackles
when a break was made. I’m really looking forward to watching you next year mate great
job.
SIENNA CONNOR
Well done sweetheart. Gave as much as you got with the boys. Our little encourager and
the first one to congratulate the try scorer. Great running when you got the ball and
awesome efforts in tackling the boys. I hope you play again next year.
NOAH SYLVESTER
A huge improver this season mate. Did some good ball running but just couldn't get you
over for that try! Never stopped trying which is what I loved with you mate. A great year
little mate well done.
CHARLIE BENTLEY
A huge year mate well done. Got the ball and ran as hard as you could every time.
Unfortunately didn’t get that try but went so close! Your tackling also improved this year
too buddy. Come back next year and that try will come.
U6 BLUE
Best and Fairest: Koby WALLACE
Encouragement Award: Riley SMITH
This year the boys had a great season with a mix of new kids and some that were into
their second and third year. These boys were a pleasure to coach and all boys improved a
lot during the season. With a mix of 4, 5, and 6 year olds the boys preformed very well on
the field only losing 1 of their first 6 games before they re- graded the 4 U6 competitions.
The Boys found themselves in the top grade and still were competitive in every game. I
was really proud of the effort and team spirit they showed all year, for a bunch of young
boys they all stuck together never gave up and showed some really good skills to compete
with the sides that were both bigger and stronger. The boys went very well at the U6 Gala
day only losing one game by a try.
It will be a shame that the team will have to split up next year with some kids going up to
the 7’s and some staying down in the U6’s. I`d like to wish all the boys the best of luck for
next year and hope to see them all back at the Dragons. I really enjoyed this year with the
boys and getting to meet all of their families. Thank you to all of the parents for their efforts
this year with setting up the fields, bringing the weekly snacks and also doing the 321 for
the season. You really are a great bunch and been a pleasure to hang out with you guys
all year. Also thanks to Russ and all the dads for their help as Trainer on game day.
Tez
KOBY WALLACE
Koby had another great season, he loves his footy and it shows every time he plays. Koby
has plenty of talent in all areas of the game. He runs the ball well scoring a few tries each
game and over 30 for the season. He saves as many as he scores in defence, I have no
doubt Kobes will be one of our stars of the future, and a great asset to our team this year
which won him this years Best and Fairest.
MADDOX JAMES
Maddox had a great season with speed to burn he would just take the defence on and try
his luck. Maddox would always chase if the defence made a break and pull off some great
long range cover tackles and even managed to break his arm doing so at the gala day.
Good work mate you had a great season.
HAYDEN LEVIN
H really improved a lot this season with some great runs and would always take care of
one side of the field making sure no one got around him. H looks like he really belongs on
the footy field the way he moves and encourages the other boys. H was definitely our
biggest talker on the field and also off it, I’m sure he talks in his sleep. Good work buddy
we loved having around this year.
OLLIE TE HIRA
Ollie is another star of the future with one of the best talking styles I have seen from a 5y.o
snapping them down around the ankles every time. Ollie runs the ball hard and straight
and is difficult for the opposition to stop him, earning himself quite a few tries this year. I
look forward to watching Ollie in the coming years.
COOPER SMITH
Cooper had a great season this year topping the tackle count on several occasions and
also getting himself around 20 tries for the year. Cooper was another much improved
player this year getting himself involved in every game and with good evasive skills making
it hard for the opposition to bring him down. Keep it up Coop.
KYE COLENSO
Its was Kye’s first year of footy and was still a bit intimitated by the opposition but it didn’t
stop him getting out there and having a go. Kye had some great runs throughout the
season and a nice little offload to set up his team mates. Little Kye never said no when I
told him it was his run. With a few more years under his belt im sure he will follow in his
brothers footsteps and be a great football player. Good work Buddy, seeya next year.
RILEY SMITH
This was also Riley’s first year and was our most improved player throughout the season.
Our youngest player in the team but was not scared to run flat out towards the opposition,
or do some of the tough stuff in the middle of the field in defence. Riley has a great fend to
push away the big guys and crash over the line for some great tries. Riley’s improvement
and effort has won him this year’s Encouragement Award.
COOPER WRIGHTSON
Cooper played some really good footy this year when he got involved. He was a bit quiet
this year but was always there to help the boys out. I think when Coop realises his
potential he will be a great ball runner with his size and speed he will soon become one of
the most improved players. Thanks for this year and I hope to see you come back and
smash them next year Coop.
JACK ATKINS
Jack was my quietest kid, he hardly spoke to me unless he was thirsty. We told him if he
didn’t run the ball we would make him do dancing instead of Footy. So he decided to take
the ball up and show us what he could do. He had some great runs with plenty of speed to
get around the big kids. Always played right to the end and loved helping out the boys. A
real team player, I would love to see you back again next year Jack, good work mate
6 YELLOW
Best and Fairest: Kaylem BURGE
Encouragement Award: Tyson SHUTTLEWORTH
What a great year for the boys ! we managed to get every player over the try line and
some more than once. With a lack of tackling skills in the beginning the boys worked hard
and before long they had a win, and with more hard work they managed to win some
more. Great work to all the boys for their hard work this year. A special thankyou to Blake
Connal and Megan Shuttleworth for all their hard work and to all the parents for their help
and support of the kids this year.
JAKE HEDGES
He started slow but we found a way to get him going and by the end he was a great ball
and all tackler.Great job!
HUNTER HADFIELD-FILO
A great runner of the ball and turned into a great tackler by the end.
Well done!
BODIE TWOMEY
My hardest to work with this year, but with great offloads which led to tries, he worked hard
this year. Great work Bodie!
KOBI TUCKER
A slow start but came to his own mid way thru the season with his tackling and running. He
worked hard at home to get his kicking down pat and kicking great goals. Fantastic season
Kobi!
CORBYN DEVENISH
A great tackler with a get up there first attitude and a great runner of the ball. Good Job!
TYSON SHUTTLEWORTH
Tyson worked hard with his tackling and running of the ball, and by the end he had it down
pat with great two man tackles with Kobi, Fantastic season!
KYAN MORRISSEY
He stood back at first but after a game and some runs and hard work at trainning he
turned into a great ball runner great work!
ETHAN DRISCOLL
He was a great defence and a determined runner with the ball, Fantastic season, well
done!
KAYLEM BURGE
A very determined runner of the ball showing great skills of evasion to get to the try line
and a great cover tackler.
DENAN TOWNSEND
A very keen to play attitude, just as enthusiastic to run, had a great season. Fantastic job !
7 BLUE
Best and Fairest: Ryan DAVIDSON
Encouragement Award: Ryder STEWART
The beginning of the 2013 season was a tough eye opener for me as a coach and for the
boys as players, after being a dominant team in 2012. We went out and lost our first 3
games convincingly. We had to come up with a new strategy so we decided to put the
boys into more positional play. We tried a few different combinations in attack and ended
up with Zane Bell in the dummy half role and Ryan Davidson at first receiver with the rest
of the boys running the hit-ups. We also did the same for our defensive line. We had
Jordan Wymer in the centre of the field with Cooper Sherwood out on left wing and Ryan
Davidson on right wing. Ryder Stewart dropped back into fullback, with Lewis Hood, Zane
Bell and Baelin Greer on the right and Zane Crawley, Isaac Quine and Jake Wallace on
the left.
Our first game we played in this new line up we had a loss to Sutho, but only by a marginal
8 points. The boys were starting to gel and play like a real football team. It was great to
watch. The boys performed better and better as the season went on to win all of our last 9
games.
I would like to thank the parents that helped out this season with training, game day,
canteen, BBQ etc. I would also like to thank my wife Jo for managing the team. Finally, on
behalf of Under 7Blue I would like to offer a huge thank you to Corey as President, Bec as
Secretary together with all the hard working committee members for a great year, without
you guys we wouldn’t have such an amazing club.
Ross
LEWIS ‘Bubba’ HOOD
Lewis’ 2nd year with the Dragons was just as good as his first, with blistering runs and hard
tackles, great team member. 2 years.
RYDER ‘Hollywood’ STEWART
Ryder played a good hard year, he settled into his new role at fullback perfectly always
making massive try saving tackles and once let loose in attack Ryder could easily find his
way to the try line. 3 years.
JORDAN ‘Talk to the Hand’ WYMER
Jordan came crashing into every game, showing his palm to the opposition to make great
metres most of the time taking 4 or 5 of the opposition over the line to score well needed
points. 2 years.
BAELIN ‘Sharp Shooter’ GREIR
Baelin had a great 1st year with the Dragons. He turned up every week to play football,
running hard and strong. He waited until round 15 to leave his mark on the game scoring
his first try of the season against the Roosters. Well done Baelin. 1 year.
ZANE ‘Can he or Carney” BELL
Zane revelled in his role at dummy half feeding the ball out to where it was needed, then
he would scoot out on the last dodging and weaving his way to score tries. 3 years.
COOPER ‘Superstar’ SHERWOOD
It took a few weeks to settle into his new team but once Cooper found his way he showed
everyone his natural ability as a footballer with his great tackling style, good hard runs in
attack and his ability to read the game. Cooper will be a force to be reckoned with in years
to come. 2 years.
ISAAC ‘De Gois’ QUINE
For a little guy Isaac plays with massive heart. He ran the ball straight and hard and would
always be one of the first out of the line to tackle. Well done Isaac. 2 years.
JAKE ‘The Man” WALLACE
Jake’s natural talent and speed showed this year. He dodged and weaved his way to
multiple tries each game and tackled his heart out. Jake had a fantastic year. 2 years.
RYAN ‘Rhino’ DAVIDSON
Ryan had a fantastic season. He showed us his natural ability as he ran the ball dodging
and weaving his way past the opposition to score tries and if he couldn’t make it he was
always looking for the off-load. He was also great in defence being in the majority of
tackles and backing up his mates. 4 years.
ZANE ‘Scoobs’ CRAWLEY
Zane played every week with a big heart. He was in nearly every tackle helping his mates
out. He also ran the ball straight and hard making great metres with every run. 1 year.
7 Green
Best and Fairest: Ryan WOTTON
Encouragement Award: Brock HERD
At the start of the year I had three main goals for the team as the new coach;
1. Make sure all the boys have fun.
2. Teach the boys basic rugby league skills.
3. Maybe win a game or two.
I am pretty confident that we achieved all of the above.
I would like to thank all the boys for a very enjoyable year. A great bunch of kids making
the coaching job a pleasure. The personality of the boys was a great mix, giving myself
and Josh plenty of laughs during training and game days.
One special moment was Beau copping a slightly high tackle at training (accidental) from
Maxo and losing his first ever tooth, which was already wiggly. The whole team, mums
included, were on their hands and knees looking for the tooth on Anzac Oval with no luck
and we gave up. Twenty minutes later we finished training and Blake runs over to
everyone with the tooth, priceless.
If it were up to me I would be giving each and every one of you a trophy, just for being
fantastic little guys.
Many thanks to Erin our manager and trainers James and Josh.
I would also like to thank all the parents for their support throughout the season.
Wayne Smith
BLAKE HAYWARD
Blake had a great year, making plenty of fantastic runs, scoring tries and tackled strongly.
When the going got tough Blake would make the team call HULK SMASH and lead the
way for all our players in a stacks on tackle. A great personality, always with a big smile,
good work Blake.
MAX CARR-McCARRON
Max’s love of the game was evident from the start of the season. He enjoys anything
football. He is a big strong boy and led our team forward with his strong runs. The
opposition thought twice before running straight at Max. I think Max knew the rules of
rugby league better than some of the refs. Great year mate.
BROCK HERD
Brocks very first ever rugby league game could nearly have been his last. At the start of
the year in the Penshurst trial game, Brock got smashed by an opposition player who was
as big as George Rose from Manly. He had every right to never touch a rugby league ball
again. But he did and was the teams dummy half, and very reliable in this position. Brock’s
improvement in all areas of the game this year was great to see. Well done.
BRAD CASSIDY
Brad, though quiet, has good speed and a great running style making many nice runs
throughout the year. If Brad got more ball I am sure he would have scored many more tries
this year. Brad was a pleasure to train and coach this year. Good work flash.
BEAU HATTENFELS
A great team player. Tried hard all year. Beau’s game slowly developed as the year
progressed especially in the middle of the field where plenty of tackles were made in
defence. Beau was a good trainer and a pleasure to coach. Good work Beau.
WILL MARCIC
Early on in the year when will was asked to have a run, he said “if you give me the ball I
will throw it too the other team!” Will’s confidence grew as the year went on. From not
wanting to have a run early on in the year to not getting enough runs toward the end. Will
enjoys being part of the team and is fun to have at training always laughing. Good stuff
Will.
CAMERON BOYD-LARNACH
Cam is big and strong. His improvement throughout the year in his running game was
awesome. All he wanted to do was score a try for his mum, and in our last game he did
score but was ripped off by a dodgy decision. I’m calling it a try Kasiano. With that strong
running I am sure you will score plenty of tries next year. You were a pleasure to coach
Cam.
FINN McMAHON
Finn was one of our organisers for the team and took this job very seriously. His job was
sorting and sharing the runners on his side of the field and did an excellent job. Finn
scored plenty of great tries this year with his Finny Slater speed and swerve running style.
Finns tackling was at times awesome saving many tries this year. Well done Finn.
RYAN WOTTON This boy has speed to burn and great vision for the game, both in attack
and defence. Ryan had a fantastic year and was the team’s most consistent player. Ryan
scored a heap of tries with the ball and saved a heap of tries in defence. Ryan gives his all
every week and is a pleasure to coach. Top year Rhino.
7 REDS
Best and Fairest: Riley LITCHFIELD
Encouragement Award: Parker RAUDASCHL
2013 – What a Year! We had a great bunch of kids and fantastic parents. Our team was
mostly made up of new boys to the Club and to Footy. As a Coach it was extremely
rewarding to see the boys improve from week to week, and with confidence came the
emerging skills and their love for the game.
Our first game of the season was a little shaky, but every game after that we were in with a
chance and win or lose there was never more than a try or two in it. A season highlight for
me was our last game against Como where we were playing with only 6 boys due to
illness and we walked away with a draw. A great team effort where the boys really played
with their hearts on their sleeve.
I would like to thank the parents for their support that they gave Trent and myself at
training and allowing us to coach their boys. Thanks to Michael for organising as only a
great Manager can all the emails, texts and scoring every week. Thanks to Greg for
running the water each week and giving the boys their instructions on the field.
DYLAN STURGESS
Dylan started the year a bit quiet but as his confidence grew he came on in leaps and
bounds. Some of the games Dylan played towards the end of the season were the best of
any boy with tough running and tackling anything that moved. What a great season Dylan.
COOPER WOOLLEY
First year of footy and Cooper showed undeniable natural ability and speed. Cooper
showed great enthusiasm to run the ball and tackle and he was never afraid to show his
mates how it was done. No doubt he will shine in the years ahead, great work Cooper.
HAYDEN WILLIAMS
Hayden started the year where he left off last year giving 110% every game, if he gave the
same amount of focus and energy to training he would be unstoppable. Hayden took on
the dummy half role this year and was always ready to take off from dummy half or to
receive an offload to score many a try by being ready on the spot. It’s been a great
season, well done Hayden.
JAYDEN GEORGE
Jayden’s first year of footy and boy can this kid run and tackle hard. Our boys felt it at
every training session and Jayden started to bring it to the game towards the end of the
season with a number of great bone-crunching tackles and never giving up tries. I look
forward to seeing more of it next year, top stuff Jayden.
MACKAY JOHNSON
If every boy had Mackay’s enthusiasm for football you couldn’t lose. Mackay loved playing,
training and just talking football. A great first season showing natural ability running the ball
for some great tries. Just need to remember to stay away from the sideline. What a
fantastic effort Mackay.
PARKER RAUDASCHL
Parker was nearly the smallest boy on the field, but don’t let size fool you. Parker “Mr
Determination” showed great skill and speed to carve up his opposition and scoring some
great tries. Parker was always the boy that listened to his coaches at training and on game
day. A great season Parker you should be very proud of yourself, well done.
KAI THATCHER
Kai was put in as first receiver this year and in doing so had to organise the team when we
had the ball. Kai did this with ease and in doing so I believe we were the most organised
team out there. A fantastic year for Kai with some great dummy half diving over tries this
season, well done mate.
RILEY LITCHFIELD
Riley was one of the smallest boys on the field but has one of the biggest hearts. He never
gave up, and took the tough runs up the middle of the field time and time again. He also
backed it up with tackling time and time again. Riley always listened to what his coaches
wanted and he did it. The comments from the other teams were always WOW! Look at this
kid he is a tough little player. Great work Riley.
SETH NELSON
Seth only played half the year with us but really started to enjoy his footy before he left.
Well done Seth.
Regards
Brett.
8B PREMIERS
Best and Fairest: Beau WALLACE
Encouragement Award: Jett HICKSON
The boys were graded in the A’s which they were not ready for and were dropped to the
B’s from Rd4. We had a lot of catching up to do with some teams already on 6 points. The
boys knuckled down and once they tasted their 1st victory, they never looked back. They
worked their way up into 2nd position and were ready for the finals.
Our 1st Semi we were lucky to win 12-6 against a much stronger undefeated Gymea side.
Gymea were the better team on the day but the football Gods were on our side and we
went straight to the Grand final. I could tell the boys were not confident once we found out
we would be meeting Gymea again in the GF, they knew our game plan so we had to mix
things up.
We knew we had to weaken Gymea if we wanted any chance in the Grand Final and that
is exactly what we did. Forward after forward ran up the middle and by the 10 minute mark
Gymea was tiring. We went to the 1st break 6-0 after a sensational Try from Beau.
By the 2nd third, with Gymea already limping, our faster guys had no trouble slipping
through the gaps and we kept possession for most of the third, however Gymea found a
slight gap in our defence and scored in the corner. After a great Try by Wal, we went to the
break 12-6.
The last 3rd seen Tries to Michael, Jacko and Beau. Our defence was so strong, Gymea’s
usual runners were throwing offloads to nowhere, not wanting to run the ball. We were all
over them.
When the hooter went the score was 28-6. The boys were all over them from the kick off
and looked the much stronger team.
Woo Hoo, PREMIERS.
Well it’s off to A grade next year but I am now confident the boys are ready. I believe with
the effort they put it, by the end of the season, they would have given any A side a run for
their money. Every single player in the team scored points in 2013 for the Dragons.
As a Coach, I could not be happier.
JACKSON “Jacko” CHALK (8 Tries / 7 Goals)
Jacko is a natural. Jacko usually called the shots from halfback. We had 3 X sets this year
and Jacko would ensure we stuck to our sets. The master of the Mousetrap.
JAI “Mr Passion” WILLIAMS (4 Tries / 2 Goals)
Mr Passion, Jai takes on the biggest of opposition and always gets them down. Saved
many Tries this year from fullback and was one of the fastest in the Team. A 5 season
veteran.
JETT HICKSON (5 Goals)
Jett was a tackling machine and there was no one on the field he could not get down.
Hated training but loved Saturdays. Encouragement Award was well deserved.
BRAYDEN WALLACE (8 Tries / 6 Goals)
New to the Team but fitted straight in. The Master of open play. When he gets that ball, not
many can take him down. A great little footballer, with a great step.
BEAU WALLACE (16 Tries / 11 Goals)
This guys a superstar. Scored both our Tries in the Semi and made the try saving tackle to
put us into the GF. The best hooker in the Comp.
ZAC REA (4 Tries / 5 Goals)
Zac loves his footy and on a good day, can be one of our best players. Once he warms up,
he is unstoppable. Don’t try and score on his wing, he’ll drive you out the sideline.
CHARLIE TE HIRA (13 Tries / 9 Goals)
New to the Team, once he worked out how tough he was, he would run straight up the
middle and through/over the opposition. Loved the forward set and is the master of the
“smasher.”
JACK NISBETT (2 Tries / 2 Goals)
Jack moved into the forwards and really found his feet. Another forward who never took a
sideways step (well only once) One of the big guys in the GF.
BRAYDEN BEAMES (9 Tries / 5 Goals)
When he gets that cranky face and runs at teams with his Super palm ready, they move
out of his way. Plenty of attitude and full of confidence.
CHAD BONSER (1 Goal)
Chad had a great year and really got confidence towards the end. Saved two tries in the
GF and protected his wing with everything. Chad loves to run the ball.
MICHAEL BROADSTOCK (16 Tries / 9 Goals)
Michael fit straight into the team and was one of the best at training.
This showed on the field and he scored nearly every time he had the ball.
The opposition did not want to get tackled by Michael.
Paul
8C - Minor Premiers and Runners Up
Best and Fairest: Henri HILES
Encouragement Award: Riley BINNS
2013 was an extremely successful year for the 8C side. We started the year in fine
fashion, being undefeated up to round 13 when we meet Taren Point for the 3rd time and
went down narrowly 24-18. We continued on after this match again undefeated until the
first semi-final, when we went down narrowly to Taren Point again, 22-20. This meant we
would need to travel to Menai to face Aquinas in the major final, where we were successful
26-16, in which was one of our best victories all year, every boy played with great courage
and conviction, and the result was always in the bag from the kick off.
This meant that we would have to face Taren Point for a 5th time in the Grand Final, we
gave them a big run for their money but unfortunately we went down to a better and bigger
team on the day.
I would like to thank everyone who helped me out this year, and for putting up with my
voice for so long. A big special thanks to Matt Keough for all his help this year as my
trainer and stand in coach while I was off sick, I couldn’t have done it without you mate.
Also to all the dads that were at training each week to help out, a special mention to Troy,
Darren, Colin and Steve for the efforts you put in.
I would also like to thank the Wolkiewicz family for their sponsorship this year, if you ever
are in Miranda and want a nice feed, you can’t go past the Enclava Café, thanks for your
support and for putting on a lunch for all the team it was much appreciated.
A football side needs a good manager to function, and I can say we had one of the best in
the business. Michelle Isemonger did our team proud all year and we are all very grateful
for the excellent job you did, the Engadine Dragons are better off for your endless help all
year and I thank you for sorting out all the mundane stuff that needs doing each week,
cheers Shell.
Finally I would like to thank the 11 new mates I was lucky enough to be associated with
this year. You boys are a great bunch of football players and it was a pleasure to part of
the journey we took this year. I am very proud of our achievements, especially to be minor
premiers, Val Kearns shield winners and to top it off GRAND FINALISTS, it was a
sensational effort boys, and I am sure we can go one spot better in 2014.
Cheer
s Andy
JORDAN BELL (Halfback)
This was Jordan’s first year at footy, and what a natural he was from the start. He was
giving the hard role as our halfback and playmaker and handled the job with ease. He is a
very quick little fella with an awesome sidestep and tackles well above his weight. He
scored several tries this season and kicked many a goal, and I am sure he will be a big
part of this team for many years to come, and only get better with time. Well done Jordy, a
fantastic first season and I am sure you have a big future in the game.
RILEY BINNS (Front row forward)
What a great season BIG RILES had, each week he just seemed to get better and better.
His running game had the opposition defence troubled all season and when Riley tackled
an opponent they definitely knew they were hit, and would avoid him for the rest of the
game. Riley was a standout in many of our games and was a worthy winner of the team’s
encouragement award this year. Riley was a standout in the goal kicking department as
well and you knew he was safe as houses each time he kicked a goal. Looking forward to
another big year next year buddy.
KANE “The Steam Train” BOWRAN
From our first game against Taren Point I knew Kane was a player with big potential. He
played well above his weight and size each week, and has one of the best running and
tackling games in the entire 8C comp. He would put his body on the line week after week
and had no fear of any other player, most of them were twice his size as well. Kane was a
standout in the Grand Final, and has a big future ahead of him I am sure. See you next
year for even bigger things Kane.
JAYKE “The Natural” FIBBINS
Jayke is one of the most impressive 8 year old footballers I have ever seen, and could
easily play in an A grade side. He is a destructive ball runner who scored countless tries
this season, and boy he can tackle as well. In our match against Kurnell this year, the
team scored 28 points, of which Jayke scored 26 of them, which is a massive effort. Jayke
single handed won us many games this season, and everyone who watched him, knew
they were seeing something very special. I have no doubt that he will be a shining light for
many years to come, and it was unfortunate that he was away for the GF, as I am sure it
may have been a different result. A fantastic year Jayke.
HENRI HILES (Fullback)
A gifted and natural footballer is Henri. He was a standout in nearly every game this year
and was a very deserved winner of the Best & Fairest award. He runs the ball so well and
has a lethal sidestep which resulted in many 4 pointers this year. I believe that it was
Henri’s defensive game that was his strongest feature, and he definitely saved many tries
which contributed to us being undefeated this year for so long. He is another player that
could be in an A grade side for sure, and it was a great pleasure to watch you play this
year mate, a job well done Henri, I can’t wait to you can get onto the bigger field in 2014
and carve them up.
JARROD HORTON (Second row)
Jarrod had a great season and got better and better with every game. He has the ability to
run the ball hard and straight up the middle like a good back rower should. His tackling
was one thing Jarrod worked really hard on and he was always there helping in defence.
By the end of the year he was kicking goals over the big sticks and his confidence grew
stronger each week. Jarrod you have the potential to progress in this game as long as you
believe and trust in your ability, and I am sure you will also be suited by the bigger oval
next year, well done mate.
BLAKE “The Snake” ISEMONGER (Hooker / dummy half)
Blake the snake really excelled this year and played well above his size each week. He
was a natural in the dummy half position, and perfected the art of the sneaky run well,
which resulted in a couple of brilliant tries. Blake would always be the player leading the up
call and be there to hit the opposition with good hard tackles. 2013 was without a doubt
Blake’s finest year, and I am sure he will continue to improve each year now he has the
confidence and belief in himself. I am very proud of you little buddy, sensational season.
JOEL KEOUGH (Forward)
Joel had a great season and played in the forwards as a hard ball runner. When he grows
into his massive feet, I am sure you will see an exciting second rower in the making. He
would always put his body on the line in defence and was a great team player who always
showed respect at training. Joel worked hard each week with the training staff and this
payed off for him on game day. Joel if you run the ball like you did to your brother at
training I am sure you will cause all sorts of problems to the defence next year. I hope to
see you back in 2014 bigger and better than ever Joel, well done on your season.
KYLE MARR (Utility player / dummy half)
It was a pleasure to coach Kyle this year. He listens and takes instructions well, and he
was one our best trainers all year. He shared the role of dummy half this year, and really
impressed me, also scoring some nice sneaky tries and always catching the defence off
mark with some well-timed runs. His hit up in the GF from the tap off was awesome and he
showed us just what he is capable of. His defence grew stronger each week, and he
finished the season as one of the team’s best goal kickers, rarely missing when asked to
have a shot. There are big things in store for you in the future Kyle, well done and see you
next year.
LUKE “Twinkle Toes” MAGUIRE (Centre/winger)
This was Luke’s first season in footy, but if you watched him play you would have thought
he had been playing for years. He was a prolific try scorer from round one, and his running
and weaving through the defensive line was something to see. By the end of the season
his tackling game had improved out of sight, and he was close to the best on the paddock
in the Grand Final. I have no doubt that you have a big future in rugby league, and like
many of the boys in this side, I can see you excelling next year on the bigger field. An
amazing first year Luke congratulations.
BRANDON WOLKIEWICZ (Centre/ lock)
Brandon would be one of the biggest and quickest players in our side. He has great
strength and is a natural runner of the football, which resulted in several full length of the
field, tries this year. He improved on his defence over the season and by midyear, he was
crunching and stopping any player that ran in his direction. Brandon was also good goal
kicker, and put many over the sticks this year. If I could tell you one thing mate, and that is
to listen and concentrate at training and on the field, then you will almost certainly become
a very good player in the future. You had an excellent season and I know you have the
ability to do big things in this game, great effort.
I am very proud of all eleven of these Scallywags and Misfits, and it was a great honour to
be your coach in 2013. Thanks to all the parents for your help, you also are a great bunch
of people, and I feel like I have met some great new lifelong friends.
Cheer
s Andy
9A – Runners Up
Best and Fairest: Kye ROBSON
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Harrison HOOD
Encouragement Award: Kooper BANNISTER
Most Improved Award: Tyson MITCHELL
This year 2013 was new challenge for the club and especially for the Under 9’s. With a
changing of the guard within the club with fresh faced President, new executive and
increased committee members. The 9’s were also going to be a huge challenge with 33
kids registered this season. After finally going with 2 larger teams the challenge was set it
was time to get started.
I can honestly say I was a little unsure how it would work but was determined to be a fun
and successful year. At the beginning we had 6 new kids joining the mighty A’s for 2013.
The talent in the side was there for all to see. It took time for the kids to firstly get to know
each other and eventually turn into an amazing young footy team. As the smiles and
friendships grew so did their footy.
By mid way through the year the boys had their best suited positions, each week they
improved in every aspect and most importantly they learnt the key to any age footy,
teamwork. As the year went on our scores improved and the table was developing into a 2
horse race. After finishing second on the ladder the boys had a huge challenge of playing
the undefeated Como at Como in the first semi final. After what was an unbelievable game
of footy the battered Como side held on to win 6 nil. This left them to play the qualifying
final against Gymea. After a shaky start they went on to win to make their second and well
deserved GF in consecutive years. Now came the Grand Final, what can I say what a
game. To all the boys, outstanding effort, this game was without doubt the best game of
junior footy I have ever seen. For nine year olds to play in that heat with extra time, it had
everything. I still speak with unknown parents and supporters who cannot believe that this
was an under 9’s grand final. As we know we were beaten 12 all ???? which I’m sure will
stay with many of us for years to come.
To the parents, thank you for your ongoing support throughout the year at training, on
game day, and with our duties on the BBQ and canteen. Thanks also to the supporters
and grandparents who continued to cheer us on every week all over the shire.
To Mick our manager your spread sheets and rosters are the envy of every team in the
club without your continued efforts this team would not nearly be as successful. I’m sure
the tour to Kiama will be a well oiled machine and plenty of laughs all round. Thanks to
Hoodmeister for again being our trainer and delivering the magic water and much needed
assistance at training every week. Also to all the dad’s headed by Robbo, Lobes and Jock
for the after training breakdown as kick tennis dragged on past 6 o’clock every week.
Finally to the boys I hope you had a fun and enjoyable year. You all should be especially
proud of your efforts and I’m sure cannot wait for next year. It’s a pleasure to be
associated such a well mannered bunch of young dragons and you all made myself and
your parents very proud.
See you all again in 2014.
Lynchy
LUKE ALEWOOD (Second Row)
Luke was a first time Dragon this season. A quiet kid that took a little while to open up. The
Big A improved the longer the season went on. With size and speed he was a handful in
attack. His defence was solid from his confidence growing with each game. By season’s
end resulting in scoring many tries with his big fend. He is a great listener at training. A
bright future is ahead. Fantastic year A’.
KOOPER “Koop” BANNISTER (Second Row)
Big Koop had another strong season. Koop is a player when switched on has unlimited
talent at his disposal. Hard to contain with the footy and when he puts his head down
damaging in defence. As in previous years he is a sleeping giant ready to explode. A good
trainer. With even more self belief Kooper can no doubt develop even more next year.
Thanks Kooper.
KODY BURGE (Front Row)
Kody was a welcomed new addition to the team this year. Kody is strong as an ox and
aggressive. At times this showing all the teams he was the boss. His running is
outstanding but the most improved part of Kody’s footy was his defence. By season’s end,
bending his back and tackling low often stopping opposition in their tracks. Great work
Kody looking forward to next year
LACHLAN COLENSO (Front Row)
Lachovich is the forward leader of the team. As always Lachie is first to roll up his sleeves
with hit ups every game. He tackles with the same attitude hitting the big boys head on
putting his body on the line. He is growing into complete footballer at such a young age.
He is a stand out trainer and a pleasure to coach. Loves his footy, and his kick tennis. Stay
with the footy. Outstanding year Lach.
FLYNN DANTE (Front Row)
Flynn came into the A’s this year and showed throughout the year why. Consistency is
Flynn’s middle name playing each week strongly. A hard running forward with safe hands
and in defence always involved. Played as a forward but I have no doubt could play out
wide and cause damage to opposition teams. I can predict bigger and better things for
Flynn in the future. Well done Flynn.
LACHLAN GOODWIN (Utility)
Mr Potential - Lach is another welcome addition to the Dragons this year. Lachie could
play several positions from fullback to first receiver. A natural ball runner with an amazing
swerve, Lachlan carved up many opposition teams throughout the year. Has the ability
and skill to be real player of the future. I’m sure next year with his confidence growing he
could be anything. He must sleep well at night. Well done Lachie.
HARRISON HOOD (Centre)
Harrison is a natural. Speed to burn always causing havoc with every run. In defence if
there is a better 9 year old tackler I’d like to see him. His technique is amazing. Harrison
can swerve past defenders at top speed beyond his age. The harder the opposition the
better H plays which was for all to see at season’s end on Grand Final day having a
blinder. I can only imagine what next year will bring for H. Well done Harrison.
ZANE KIDD (Half Back)
Zane progressed to make first receiver his own this season. He is a smart player who
directed his forwards well around the field all year. He worked well with Taj to form a
reliable and important combination for the team. In defence as in years past out wide he
continued to put his body on the line making countless tackles. Zane can look back on
what I believe a terrific year for him and also for the team. Great work Zane.
TAJ KIDD(Hooker)
Taj similarly to his brother played an important part of the team’s success this year. Taj
towards seasons end made hooker / dummy half his own. Giving good service and making
many strong runs picking up valuable runs and scoring some great tries when needed. A
real thinker who kept opposition teams on their toes every week. His tackling is
courageous and only one way around the legs. Great effort Taj.
DANE LYNCH (5/8 Half Back)
Dane had another excellent season. He is our play maker and organiser on the field.
Moving to 5/8 late in the year Dane went to another level promoting the ball wide
unselfishly to our outside backs resulting in the team scoring many tries. Always involved
in defence making many fine copy book tackles and with his brilliant kicking game made
him a key to the team’s success this year. Good Stuff Dane.
TYSON MITCHELL (Fullback)
Without doubt the buy of the season. I still cannot believe this guy was playing in the C’s
last season. Tyson has it, skills, speed and toughness. After a nervous start in the A’s his
improvement was amazing. Lean and mean best describes this little guy. By season’s end
Tyso was in the thick of the action and standing out every week. Weather he was at
fullback or up in the line he was always in game with his hard running and body on the line
defence. Watch this space. Great year Tyson.
LUKE O’KEEFE (Second Row)
The Big O’ made the switch to the Dragons this season. Small in stature, but big in heart.
Luke took a little while to find his feet and his confidence with his new team. As the season
went on Luke got more involved each week. Luke made several weaving runs this year
and was courageous in defence. Always getting back up and playing on after some big
knocks. I have no doubt he will be one to watch next year. Well Done O’.
KURT PEYCHERS (Second Row)
The smiling assassin. Please don’t let a cheeky grin fool you. The Nugget can play. Kurt
had another strong year for the dragons. Kurt is a strong ball runner, with opposition teams
needing 3 or 4 to bring him down. Defending out wide he continually stopped many
attacking raids in their tracks. Kurt has a given natural ability for footy who can produce
tries to win a game and tackles to save a game. Unpredictable talent. Great year Didley.
JAKE QUINLIVAN (Front Row)
Bob has all the potential. He can hit hard, tackling the big boppers head on. He can break
the line with hard weaving runs. I would love Bob to realise how much talent he has got.
With little more self belief and confidence he has no doubt the game to dominate in the
future. One of the team’s characters often having the crowd cheer as Bob’s flowing locks
take another hit up. Well Done Bob.
KYE ROBSON (Hooker/Second Row)
Determination best describes this little guy. Kye only knows one way to play and that’s 100
miles an hour. The team’s wild thing. Strong runner and the harder the game gets the
better he plays. I moved Kye out wider towards seasons end. There he was just as
affective aggressive in defence and powerful in attack. Mr consistent each week. Stand out
season. Amazing year Robbo.
LUKE WALLACE (Centre)
Cool hand Luke had without doubt his most complete year. He is a real game breaker.
Luke was a try scoring machine this year scoring 17 tries and scoring over 100 tries in his
short career which as a 9 year old is a great achievement. Moving from fullback to the
centres saw his involvement grow and show that he is the complete player. His defence
this year was amazing making many try saving tackles both ball and all and in cover. I
cannot wait to see what Luke will bring in 2014. Top work Cool Hand.
9B – Finalists
Best and Fairest: Ben METCALF
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Lachlan STANTON
Encouragement Award: Jy GARVEY
Most Improved Award: Riley NEWTON
We had no idea what to expect in our first year of coaching but by the end of the year had
thoroughly enjoyed it. The merging of two teams, combined with a large squad of 17,
proved to be interesting to say the least. The talent was definitely there, the challenge was
to get that talent to play well as a team and have fun along the way.
We reluctantly started off in C grade, but showed we were a B grade team after beating a
couple of teams by 50 points.
Overall, our season was very successful and exciting, with the boys playing enthusiastic
and determined football right up until the end of our season which saw us play in the Semi
Finals.
Our hi-light of the year was beating Como at Como. Not only did we beat them, but we
smashed them 22-4. Our defence that day showed what we can do it if we can gain more
consistency in our game.
Our semi final the following week against Como was a good example of that. They played
us like we played them the week before. But seeing the boys’ smiles on their faces when
we played semi final football this year allowed us to reflect on what coaching is all about.
Thanks to our trainer Mick and our manager Michelle. Your help and assistance
throughout the year was invaluable.
Also thanks to our Sponsor, Sparkle Pools & Spas, your financial assistance to the club
eases the costs of football to all of us.
Finally, to the 17 boys that made coaching this year an extremely enriching experience for
both of us, well done on a fantastic season and we hope to see you all back for an even
more exciting and enjoyable 2014.
Well done boys.
David & John
JETT HARDY
Jett has no fear on the football field. He is very quick off the mark and his fearless defence
and hard ball running resulted in big hits and some long range tries. Great work Jett.
BEN METCALFE
Ben is a naturally aggressive player. His size and speed saw him score some great tries
throughout the year. He loves his footy and always had a smile on his face whether we
won or lost. He tackles hard and runs even harder. He has the skills, ability and size to
play in any position on the field. Well done Ben.
NICK FREEMAN
Pound for pound one of the strongest and most effective tacklers in our team. His front on
defence throughout the year brought down many a player much bigger than him, and he
did it with ease. A great kid and a pleasure to have in our team. Top work Nick.
FLETCHER JOHNSTON
One of the quietest boy’s in the team, but one of our best tacklers. Fletcher gave
everything to the team whether it was at training or in a game. His defence out wide saw
him make some great try saving tackles. A pleasure to have in our team. Great work
Fletch.
JOEL FRY
Joel is a player who is extremely consistent every week. Turns up to training with a smile,
and gives his best on game day. Played front row most of the year and was damaging in
attack but even more determined in defence. An asset to any team. Well done Joel.
KALLEN DRIES
Kallen is very quick off the mark and his swerving running style resulted in some long
range tries. He worked very hard on his kicking this year and it showed towards the back
end of the year when goals were the difference between teams winning or losing. Top year
Kallen.
JACOB GUNN
Played hooker all year and was one of our top two goal kickers. He scored some sneaky
tries from dummy half and his confidence and defence improved as the year went on after
getting knocked out in our first game. Good work Jacob.
JY GARVEY
Jy doesn’t say it, he just does it. Jy has a natural ability to play in every position on the
field. His courage in defence saw him tackle players much larger than him with ease,
whilst his determination with the ball in attack was invaluable to our team. Well done.
JOEL SMITH
Joels first year of football and his confidence developed as the year went on. Always
willing to listen and gave 100% on the field. Will improve with more football under his belt.
Well done Joel.
JUSTIN LETTON
Justin had a great year. His leg speed improved as the year went on and the way he runs
the ball makes it very hard for the opposition to tackle him. His line breaks were
outstanding for our team in getting us on the front foot early in our sets and saw him score
some well deserved tries. Justin learned ‘straight and hard’ was the best way of going
forward. Bigger things are yet to come for him. Congratulations Justin on a great year.
JAYDAN KEPU
Jaydan is a real team player. Every team needs a Jaydan. He is a good leader and speaks
with actions on the field. He showed everyone how strong he is by throwing opponents off
him regularly. A strong, fast ball runner that could frustrate opposing teams with his size
and skills. Great year Jaydan.
CHRISTOPHER BOYD-LARNACH
Chris’ first year of football after coming from Rugby Union. His determination on the field
saw him have a very solid year. Always had a smile on his face, but when he ran onto the
field he put his game face on. Made some bruising tackles and scored a fantastic try
against St Pats. Great work Chris.
KAYDN JUDD
We always knew when Kaydn was on the field. He was always vocal in defence and a
pleasure to have in our team. Kaydn’s hard and straight ball running had opposing teams
worried and resulted in some well deserved tries. A big team contributor every week. Well
done Kaydn.
RILEY NEWTON
Riley was our most improved player this year. He lacked confidence at the start of the
year, but when he found that confidence there was no stopping him. His bruising defence
put many opposing players on their back. The hi-light of my year was seeing him grow with
confidence in attack and start to realise his potential. Well done Riley.
RORY CARTWRIGHT
Rory was always one of the first up in defence. Always listened attentively at training and
gave 100% on the field. He annoyed opposing teams with his enthusiastic defence and
made a fantastic try saving tackle against Como. Well done Rory.
LACHLAN STANTON
Speed to burn. Lachlan would regularly have opposing players grabbing at thin air with his
blinding speed. He scored an unbelievable try at Anzac against Aquinas that I still say to
this day that he changed direction mid air three times. An asset to any team. Well done
Lachlan.
10A – Finalists
Best and Fairest: Eli FERGUSON
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Logan McKINLAY
Encouragement Award: Corey BURLING
Most Improved Award: Tyler COLDWELL
I’d like to start off by congratulating Scott and the 10B’s, Noakesy and the 11B’s and Paul
Williams in the under 8’s on their premiership victories. Great job to you and all the boys.
Nice to see some trophy’s coming back to Anzac’s cabinet!
Well this was the season that could have been, or shouldn’t have been. Before the season
even kicked off we had Noakesy with a broken elbow season ending, Kobie with a broken
neck, season ending and mid-way through the season Ryan suffered a broken foot. To say
we did well under those and other circumstances is an understatement. Mid way through
the first round we found ourselves sitting in an unfamiliar position of second last. We did
some early calculations and thought there was no way of making it to the semis. Injuries
aside we battled on regardless. Some positional adjustments were made and we taught
the boys structure and a game plan, which for the most, gave them better direction. These
changes put the boys back in the winner’s circle and climbing back up the table. It took to
the final round to finally have our full squad available with Kobie and Eli sick Noakesy put
on the jersey for the first time. We were ready to play. We needed to win this final game
against DeLa2 to have any chance of making the finals. At half time 6 all wasn’t looking
good. To the boys credit as with the back end of the season they dug deep and turned the
6all half time score into 26 – 6 victory. This win managed to scrape us into the semi finals
by points for and against. We went on to win the minor semi-final against Gymea with a
gutsy performance however were stopped in the final by the ultimate Premiers St Josephs.
I’m very proud of the boy’s efforts this year as they all put in at training and game day
week in and week out which showed me tremendous improvement in each and every one
of them. It has been a pleasure being involved with this group of young men this year, not
only watching them grow as footballers, but as mates. I would like to thank all of the
parents who have supported not only the boys, but they have shown great support for me
throughout what has been tough year. I would also like to thank Paul and Ange for their
help and support during the year. And a special mention to the Fatman and Wilson for
their assistance at training and on game day.
Thanks everyone again for a great rewarding year and hope to see all of you back in
Dragons colours in 2014.
Cheers Fergo.
BRAYDEN ANDREWS
Braydo had another solid consistent year, but what really stood out was his improvement
in defence. His game has definitely lifted and one of his greatest improvements was
reading the game. He knew when to come in and help out which saved many a try
throughout the season. Braydo has one of the best passing games in the team and with
more confidence and involvement Braydo will no doubt continue to improve and become a
great little footballer.
RYAN ASTBURY
You can’t coach speed and the flash has plenty to burn. There isn’t a better site then
Ryano at full flight with 11 Gymea Gorillas giving chase (with no hope of catching him).
Ryan was consistent each week and got us out of trouble in our own end on more than
one occasion. The team has come to rely on Ryano’s speed as his greatest strength and
together he and Eli formed one a great combination that has put many points on the board.
COREY BURLING
Corey was a stand out in the pre season trials who showed as the season progressed he
could mix it with the best of the shire. Corey came from the C grade and only in his second
year of league showed what a talent he is. With raw passion and speed Corey was not
only a handful for the opposition in attack, he also possesses a strong defensive game
which also upset the opposing team on many occasion. These attributes has earned
Corey the Encouragement award this year and I believe he is a player of the future for the
Dragons.
TYLER COLDWELL
Another inclusion to the A grade squad from the B grade. Tyler was one of most consistent
players all year. When the muscle was required he was there and stood up to the
opposition no matter what size they were. Tyler possesses an excellent front on defensive
style which more often than not saw the opposing number being driven back towards their
try line. Tyler was by far in my opinion the most improved player in our team. A bit of leg
speed and drive in defence will make Tyler one of the best forwards in our grade. I look
forward to watching Tyler training hard and growing into an even better footballer.
COOPER DUFFY
Cooper gave his best each week and showed on many occasions what a team player he
was. Made good choices and won us several games from his smart dummy half work.
Cooper is a solid trainer who would more often than not would win all the drills. Coopers
natural competitiveness and will to win is one of his strongest assets and often this
attribute lifted the team when needed. Cooper never gives up and is always trying new
things to challenge himself and help his mates.
ELI FERGUSON
Eli really stepped up in leadership role this year. Most games he played like a front rower
with the frame of a half. His defence was always solid and never let the team down. A
great kicking game and smart on field play knowing when to run pass or kick. Eli was the
most consistent player this year and earned the best and fairest award. Formed a great
combination in the halves when Kobie came back from injury. Eli Scored a great solo try in
his 100th game and collapsed shortly after due to illness. Big heart and great
determination, Eli never gives anything less than 110%, never gives up and led by
example.
CYNAN GREY
Safe at the back and solid in the middle. That’s what Cynan brought to the team this year.
Always there for his mates and the team. Cynan was one of our best trainers who took that
attitude onto the field each week. Towards the end of the season Cynan made a positional
change from fullback to 5/8 and this move saw him set up the try of the season for little
legs. Cynan also made the milestone of 100 games for the Dragons this year
congratulations mate! I hope you play 100 more.
LOGAN McKINLAY
Buffy balls lifted to a new level this year and when the going got tough Buffy got going. He
showed a passion this year that was infections amongst the boys and was one of the
stand outs on a weekly basis. This consistency earned him the best and fairest runner up.
An asset to the team and a nightmare to the opposition. I can only see Buffy getting better
as he develops his skills and strength. His enthusiasm combined with his desire and drive
makes him a player to watch and an integral part of the team.
COOPER NOAKES
Noakesy came back to the A grade this year only to suffer a badly broken elbow before a
whistle was blown. Losing your halfback prior to the season commencing is a tough thing
and caused a bit of re thinking. To Coops credit he hung in and was committed to the team
always coming to training and to the games supporting his team mates. It was the last
game of the season where he was cleared to play and he didn’t let us down. Played one
awesome game and got out of doing the nudie run by scoring a meat pie late in the
second half. He showed that a broken elbow didn’t hamper his defence or passing game in
an important position. I predict a bigger and better season for Coops in 2014.
TY PARKES
Little legs the super sub. For some reason Ty wanted to start from the bench, and funnily
enough he played better when he did. With great low down defence and some
barnstorming runs on his day Ty was a handful for the opposition. He scored a spectacular
try of a precision kick from Cynan Michael Clarke would have been impressed by.
Confidence in himself and his abilities will only make Ty a better footballer and asset to
this group of boys. Always reliable but lacking in confidence. Believe you can and you will.
CAMERON STEPHEN
On his day Cam was one of the best on the park. Great wide running and solid defence.
Cameron is a naturally gifted sportsman who is one of the reliable players in the team.
Cameron is a pleasure to coach and is very well liked by his team mates. Cam’s good
nature and pleasant manners are an asset to our team.
TOM STROVER
This was Toms first year of League from soccer and he was thrown right into the deep
end. Tom has an uncanny knack of being in the wrong place at the right time, and due to
this skill or good fortune he came up with some cracker tries. Tom’s soccer skills were a
big asset to our team, with a huge kick off and accurate goal kicking. With some work on
positional play and defence, I can’t wait to see what next year brings for Tom.
SAMSON VATUVEI
My main man in the engine room. Sam on his day tore teams apart single hand idly. When
he wound up onto the ball at pace he was an awesome sight to watch and I was glad to sit
on the bench and watch rather than have to tackle him. Sam again needs to be confident
in his abilities and he will consistently be a devastating player. His presence on the field
breeds confidence amongst his team mates knowing he is on their side. A definite A
grader with so much potential. I’m still waiting for the day when he realises it himself.
KOBIE WILSON
Outside of football - Kobie suffered a life altering injury during the pre season trials which
was a compressed fracture of his vertebrae. We thought the worst, but you can’t tell a kid
like him NO. Kobie missed eight games and we did miss him. His presence in the team
lifted the boys and his determination and will to win rubbed off on the team. From his
return saw a change in the team and the commencement of the winning streak ultimately
taking us into the finals. A no nonsense kid who lets his footy do the talking. Pleasure to
coach and a pleasure to watch. Kobie doesn’t say much and doesn’t need to, his greatest
asset is his heart and his will to win - this makes him one of the most valuable players in
the team. Kobie never gives up and never backs down.
10B – Minor Premiers and Premiers
Best and Fairest: Luke BISHOP
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Brynn MAGSON
Encouragement Award: Kyle BROTHERTON
Most Improved Award: Steve COOKE
What a year 2013 proved to be for the U10B’s. I didn’t think this year could better last
year’s Grand Final effort but I was wrong. Starting the year with a couple of new faces to
the team, our first game started a little shaky and we only just beat Gymea on the bell. A
few training sessions to bond the boys together and off we went. Unbeaten the whole
season except for the last game which saw us beaten by Aquinas 24 - 18! We went into
the semi final with 2 players out injured and half the team sick with the bug and again were
beaten by Aquinas 26 – 0. In hindsight, this probably wasn’t a bad thing. It gave the boys a
reality check and gave Aquinas a false sense of security. However I honestly didn’t think
the boys would pull it together for the final against Yarrawarrah after that flogging but they
proved me wrong. What a gutsy group of boys I had. They played football right from the
start and gave the tigers a hiding, beating them convincingly. Grand Final day came and
this coach didn’t sleep. I knew the boys could do it, but did they? Up against their nemesis
Aquinas, they had a point to prove. Aquinas clearly thought they were going to give us a
hiding and the boys again proved why they were Minor Premiers. They played like a team!
Winning 12 -0! They played a very hard game leaving nothing on the field. To all my boys,
Congratulations you deserved the Grand Final win this year, and I am so proud of each
and every one of you. I look forward to hopefully seeing you all again next year. To my
manager Simone, Captain! Without you, nothing would have been organised. Rosters,
social events, meeting Roosters players, 321 and messaging everyone each week.
Thankyou! To my trainers Steve and Tony! Thanks for giving up your time for training each
week. Your insightful knowledge of the game helped teach the boys skills they needed for
this year and for years to come. Without you both, I don’t think the season would have
been as successful as it turned out to be. Lastly to big Matty Spencer from 10C’s who was
called up to help us in the Final and Grand Final due to Brad being out injured. Matt had
fantastic games in both finals. Making 2 huge breaks in the Grand Final, one of them
leading to a try being scored off the next play! You deserve the glory along with my boys.
Thankyou
Congratulations to you all for 2013, you made an old coach extremely proud you team of
champions.
KYLE BROTHERTON (Centre/Fullback)
A new recruit from soccer this year! Kyle had an outstanding season. Speed to burn, and a
fantastic step, once he had some space there was no stopping him. During the second half
of the season, Kyle was marked quite heavily but showed determination as well as skill to
not let that stop him scoring some fantastic tries. Not only talented but a lovely young man,
I look forward to hopefully seeing you next year.
AARON HANLON (Wing/Fullback/Hooker)
In his 4th year of footy, not blessed with speed but has the safest hands on the field. I could
always count on him under the high ball. In the second half of the season he not only took
whatever was dished out to him on the field but started stepping and making quite a few
yards with each run. Unfortunately Aaron was injured leading into the semis and did not
play as big a part as he would have. But everything he did throughout the year helped the
team get to the Grand Final. Love you mate!
BRYNN MAGSON (Half Back/First Receiver)
Brynn came to us from A grade this year. Having just watched the video of the Grand
Final, I got an insight into how much Brynn does for the team on the field. His kicking
game is without doubt one of the best in the 10’s. He is also a good captain who leads by
example on the field, in attack and defense with not many getting past Brynn. He
thoroughly deserves Runner up Best & Fairest for his efforts this year. Well done Brynn.
TOM SHEPHERD (Wing)
Tom was another one of the quiet achievers this year. A great kid who doesn’t say much
and lets his game do the talking. Early on in the year Tom made some good tackle busting
runs and saved many a certain try on the wing. A great teammate to the boys and a
concientius, hardworking trainer. Well done Tom.
LUKE DAVOREN (Forward)
Big Luke Davo really stepped up again this year during the finals. Scoring a vital try in the
Grand Final. Luke just needs to remember that he has size on his side and can bust
through any line when he puts his mind to it. When given space Luke always runs with a
huge stride and has the best fend on the team. Another good year Luke you can only get
better.
ZANE RYAN (Hooker/Centre)
I said it last year and I will say it again this year. There is no tougher on the field than little
Zano. I admire this kid! All guts! Willing to put his body on the line and take on the biggest
kid in the opposition to make sure they do not score a try. The final against Yarrawarrah
when they were in for a certain try and out of nowhere came little Zano who tackled this kid
on the line and made sure he was pushed into touch. This was the turning point of the
game and I knew Zano would carry us through. With a great game in Hooker for both the
Final & Grand Final! An absolute pleasure to coach!
STEVE COOKE (Second Row)
Cookie is one of our quiet achievers. A worker and a toiler in defence, he has become, this
year, a valuable member of our team and very deserving of Most Improved. A damaging
player with some brilliant runs of the ball with some great try saving tackles. One tackle
that comes to mind is against Aquinas at Blaxland where Steve pulled off an absolute
pearler of a tackle that prevented Aquinas scoring. Always listening at training and willing
to learn! Thanks for all your efforts this year Steve. You can only get better.
RYAN BARDEN (5/8th)
Bardo started the year quietly. And I wondered what had happened after such a
dominating year last year. However it clicked half way through this year and Bardo was
back. That beautiful passing game and the best side step in the team. When Bardo is on
his game, the team usually responded by lifting and playing well. There is no better site as
a coach than sitting on the sideline and watching him step two or three players and take off
down the sideline for a try. That was Bardo. Another great year mate. You are going
places.
LUKE BISHOP (Forward)
Luke this year has gone from strength to strength. And thoroughly deserves Best & Fairest
this year. Always putting his body on the line and never one to shy away from the hard
stuff in the middle of the ruck! Many a time this kid came off injured because the opposition
knew he was the one to target. However that never stopped him and he always went back
out there, pink head gear and all, and just kept going. Another kid who is one to watch!
Great season Luke. Can’t wait to see you get even better next year.
BRAD BISHOP (Forward)
Big Braaaaaaddddd. I love this kid. This sums up Brad. Our trial game against St Joeys
who went on to win the A grade Grand Final. They played hard and at half time Brad came
up to me and in his own way said “Scott, why do they keep pushing our heads down into
the ground” That is our Brad. Don’t let his size fool you, a big softy at heart but always
putting in the hard stuff and never leaving anything out on that field. We really missed Brad
in the last couple of games due to injury, but his efforts like Aaron during the year helped
us get to the Grand Final. A great season Brad and I look forward to seeing you out on that
field next year. Fitter than ever!
JOSH GREEN (Hooker/Second Row)
A tough uncompromising player, who leaves nothing on the field and always gives 100%.
He is always ready to mix it up in the middle with some hard defence. He is by far the best
defender at marker on the team. Always making two to three tackles in a row. Josh loves
giving the opposition a bit of stick and actually thrives off it when they respond. Great year
Josh.
MAX PETTIT (Forward/Centre)
A gentle giant, who like Luke Davo needs to remember he has size on his side and could
bust through any defensive line if he used that size correctly. During the finals Max really
stepped up and pulled off some excellent tackling. His drop outs always travel well past
half way and Max very rarely missed conversions. Another good year Max.
JAKE BONSER (Fullback/Wing)
Jake had one of his quieter years this year. However showed his potential against
Yarrawarrah in the Final! He has the potential to be damaging in both attack and defence.
He can be as tough as they come. When Jake decided to run straight, he broke the line
more often than not and made some great metres. Coping a few head highs along the way
but always getting up and never showing he was hurt. Hopefully see you next year Jake.
DOM NEWELL (Fullback/5/8th)
Coming back after a 1 year stint at soccer, Dom picked up from where he left off. Always
listening and taking everything in at training. Dom is a pleasure to coach. On the field
never lets his team down. Dom started off at fullback this year with a good safe set of
hands at the back however later on in the year Dom moved to 5/8th for the finals and found
his feet. Setting up his outside backs for some fantastic tries. Welcome back Dom, hope
you enjoyed your year.
10C – Finalists
Best and Fairest: Matthew SPENCER
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Jordan LITCHFIELD
Encouragement Award: Owen WILLIAMS
Most Improved Award: Samuel HUGHES
There is nothing else better than watching a good game of footy….especially when you
get to sit right there on the sideline. That’s one of the simple things that make being a
coach of these kids and this club so special.
So onto 2013….well we started this year with another team making up a few key positions
than 2012, along with that we also welcomed 5 kids who were playing this great game for
their first season. A new halfback, 5/8, dummy half and fullback took a bit of patience for
all the kids to get used too along with the coach, there was no doubt that like all good
things we started slow but built well into the season. All these kids where there to learn,
be competitive and most importantly have a good time. Personally I got a lot out of
watching this team improve week to week together and I hope that in years to come they
remember what they achieved this year both personally and as a group of footy mates.
Ultimately our toughest and most competitive games came against Como this season, we
won all 3 of by 2 points but any of those games could’ve gone the other way without the
wall of defence that this team put forward. I am one of those suckers who prefers to see
great tackles and hard yards won over flashy backline movements so these games to me
where the highlight of our season. Even though we made it through to the finals we didn’t
save our best game for the Aquina’s in the first week and we were knocked out, however,
there where 15 kids there that day that I couldn’t of been prouder of and I can’t wait to see
them run out again next year.
Finally I would like to sincerely thank the effort and the work done behind the scenes by
my Manager Tric Davidson, the dedication and support shown to the kids by the trainer
Danny Litchfield, the work done by the extras Snowy, Darren and Mick towards the end of
the year, the parents who where a great bunch to be around and most importantly you
kids….great season boys and girl……………….
GO YOU MIGHTY ENGADINE DRAGONS
Patto – Coach 10c’s
MATTHEW SPENCER (Front Row)
Started the year in the 2nd Row as we tried to get him a bit more space to take advantage
of his natural step and speed on the edges. It didn’t take long for him to ask to get put back
into the middle which made my job easy because I was thinking the same thing. Always in
the game even when you think he isn’t (he generally sees something you don’t). A natural
leader amongst the team which rubs off not in words but in his great attitude and
sportsmanship towards his teammates and opposition.
JORDAN LITCHFIELD (Fullback)
First year in the position of fullback and didn’t take long to make it his own. Carried on his
form from 2012 with some ruthless tackling at the back and saved a lot of tries by never
giving up. Had a couple of plays designed to get him in space or over the line during the
season…..the “bling” named after him got him over for 3 in a row against Menai and his
grubber/chase into the corner vs. Gymea (which he pulled off after training the play by
himself during the weeks whilst the other parents were talking) were specials.
SAMUEL HUGHES (2nd Row)
Mate, what a year. After watching this kid for the last 4 years he really took his game to the
next level in 2013 with solid tackling and great line running on the edges. Made the 2nd row
his own and watching his improvement was one of the biggest highlights of the year.
OWEN WILLIAMS (5/8)
New into this position this season after years of bashing it straight up the middle. As his
dad I couldn’t have asked more from him. He played a leading role in steering the team
around the park and keeping them going forward. We did miss his trademark runs with 3 to
4 kids hanging off his back until the later part of the season when we got some ball coming
back to him from the ruck.
TOBY SULTANA (Centre)
You can tell that this kid really loves his footy as he is always right in the thick of it. Never
shies away from doing the hard stuff and is always there to grind out a few hard meters up
the middle when his team needs it….one tough footy player!! He also has some great
footwork right on the ad line which in years to come is going to see him grow into a great
centre in my eyes. Along with that some great defence every time he gets himself into
marker.
CAMERON GARDINER (Wing)
I said it last year and the same goes for 2013….this kid has got plenty of speed which we
got to see a few times this year. He has a great ability to get himself where he is needed
when he is in the game. One of our smallest kids but one of the kids with the biggest
hearts. Told me a few times during the year who was the man of the match after a game
and he never said his own name. Great sport.
RUBEN EVANS (Centre)
First year of footy and was a very welcome addition to this team. Very solid all year in
defence and with the ball in his hands. He is one of those kids that can go unnoticed by
some because he is doing all of the little things right whilst all the big plays are either
coming off or going the wrong way. It’s the little things that happen out on the field which
make the difference
MITCHELL GEORGE (Hooker)
The rule changes at the start of the year allowing kids to have a run without having to turn
over the ball suited this kid more than ever other. He was a strong runner in the forwards
last year but along with the rule changes, his passing and ability to have a scoot there was
no better position for Mitch this year and to his credit he took full advantage of his new role
in the team…. Three 3 try performances and kept our forwards straight all year.
KADE MIDDLETON (Half)
Kade’s first year in footy and after a few weeks we had settled on our halfback. Formed a
great Combination in the middle and as the year went on started to learn when to run out
of the ruck and started to cause a few headaches for the defensive line. Will only get bet
better next year as he has the basics under control and time spent on the paddock will
make him a natural leader on the field.
MATILDA WILSON (Front Row)
Got to say at the start of the year the boys faces looked amused when Matilda showed up
to training, however after about 10 minutes they where all saying “she can tackle” after that
there were no amused faces except from the opposition who found out the hard way.
Every time they ran in her direction. Matilda provided the best saying of the year when
asked if she was ok play.”I’m a bit sore but I ain’t no princess”.
ZAC MORRELL (2nd Row)
The one kid who I relied on more than any other throughout this season to play in a lot of
different positions throughout the year. To give you an idea he played in every single
position except for fullback in 2013 and he played them all well. It got that bad towards
the end of the season that he started saying to me “where am I playing today”? My
problem as a coach was that he always did his job with no complaints and that’s what
makes him such a good kid to have in the team.
KYLE EBDON ( 2ND Row)
A kid who is gonna be hard to handle once he realises his full potential. He is an extremely
strong runner of the footy and a kid who gave me one of the proudest moments of
2013….not that it had much to do with me but the tackles he pulled off vs. Como at Scylla
bought the bench to life. Showed plenty of courage to keep giving back to the team
throughout the year whenever his team needed it.
AIDEN WILSON (Front Row)
Another new player to footy this year and a welcome one at that. When this kid is ready to
play there is not too many defensive lines that are going to stop him. Once he realised that
it was easier to run over the top and leave the flashy stuff to the backs he was almost
unstoppable. Great first year and I hope he is back for next year as he is only going to get
better
ALEC JEFFRIES (Wing)
Again new to footy and another welcome member of the team. Blistering pace which we
unfortunately didn’t see enough of only because we didn’t get the ball out wide on enough
occasions. Understood his position and played his part in the team all year. Great tackle
from behind in the finals on a run away winger down the sideline when his team needed
something special to stop the flow.
JULES DIXON ( 2nd Row)
Having been around Jules for a few years now I was excited to see him in our team again
this year. He brings that element of fun to everything that all the kids enjoy and can either
drive the coach and the trainers mad or they can learn to enjoy it, every team needs a kid
like this. It was bad luck Jules only got to play a couple of games this year for us due to an
injury and we certainly missed him at training and out on the paddock however the rumour
mill tells me that he had a great time over in Europe recovering.
11A - Undefeated Minor Premiers and Runners Up
Best and Fairest: Blake HOSKING
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Ethan PASTOR
Encouragement Award: Dane COURTNEY
Most Improved Award: Adam ARKLEY
Well, this year we had 53, 11year old boys register and trial. Out of all those boys we
ended up with 12 dedicated little men.
The coaching staff set themselves and the boy goals. To develop as individual footballers
and strengthen as a team and that’s what this team of committed boys did.
From Week 3 things got tough! With broken bones and several illness. This team did
strengthen and it was amazing to watch a group of friends pull together. Having to play
short, sometimes out of position, with injuries and at time with borrowed players. So, to
end up Undefended Minor Premiers was a courageous effort. Let’s hope next year we can
make that final step.
We would also like to make special mention to Al Pastor who has done a sensational job
for a number of years. He’s dedication to make the team run as smoothly as possible and
keep everyone informed at all times.
Thanks heaps
Al
Thank you boys for an enjoyable year.
Mitch, Dean and Ty
STEVEN “Greeny” GREEN
Greeny started the season off at hooker and then moved out into the centres where his
defence was a real highlight. His ability to bring down bigger boys time and again along
with his ball playing outwide was a tremendous asset to our team. Well done Steven.
BLAKE HOSKING
This was Blake’s breakthrough season. With his strong running game and aggressive
defence, Blake was among this age groups most feared forwards. Consistantly one our top
performers every week, Blake was always a handful for the opposition leaving defenders
in his wake. Pulling off some memorable hits in defence, Blake was rewarded for his first
class efforts with this years Best & Fairest award. Great stuff Blake.
DANE COURTNEY
Dane is our Mr Versatile. Can play anywhere but with the rule changes this year was
moved to hooker, where his speed and agility were used to great effect. Scoring 17 tries
and winning us many a game, Dane proved virtually unstoppable within a couple of metres
from the opposition line. Dane was also our top point scorer and as a result picked up the
teams coaches award. Well done Dane.
HARRY GOLDSMITH
Harry is another player that can play virtually anywhere in the backline. Harry was moved
from 2nd to 1st receiver midway through the year and guided the team around the park
superbly. Scored several tries through sheer speed and acceleration, Harry consistently
tested the opposition defences and we look forward to watching his continued
development. Well done Harry.
JOSH SMITH
Pound for pound, one of our toughest. Not big in stature, but big in heart. Injured mid
season and when he returned, made a great fist of 2nd receiver, organising our backline
plays. A tough defender, who like Greeny, always brought down boys much bigger. Josh
was injured 5 minutes into the Grand Final and we sorely missed his competitiveness and
organisation. Top effort Josh.
JAKE HUNTER
Jake was one of our most improved players. Did a great job on the left wing in attack and
defence, where his big runs got us out of trouble on a number of occasions. Still needs to
get a little more involved but always comes to training and games with the right attitude.
Onya Jake.
ETHAN PASTOR
Plays a great forwards game. Powerful runner and strong defender, Ethan continually took
the game to the opposition. Ethan has a great work rate and is always looking to improve
his game. Consistantly up near the top of the tackle count, he is most deserving of our
teams Best and Fairest Runner up award. Keep up the good work Ethan.
HEATH LUCK
A bit of a slow start to the year for Heath due to health issues, but by mid- year, was back
to his destructive best. One half of the best front row combination in the competition.
Aggressive with a no holds barred attitude and surprising speed for a big guy. Heath
continues to improve every year. A pleasure to coach. Well done Heath.
ADAM ARKLEY
Adams first year with the Mighty Dragons and what a year it was. The other half of our
formidable front row. Adam was continually a handful for the opposition. As the season
progressed, so did Adams confidence and by the end was really hitting his straps. Big and
strong, Adam has the ability to play before and after the line. With a view to increasing his
fitness levels, Adam has the potential to become the dominant front rower of his age group
and was deserving of our most improved award. Good work Adam.
BRAD SIMPSON
Another player in his first year with Dragons. A boy that is blessed with natural speed and
footwork, but also has a steely determination in everything he does. Started the season off
on the wing and centre, but mid year found himself at fullback. Made the transition with
ease and scored several length of the field tries, most notably against his former team
Bosco, where he scored straight off the kick-off. Great year Brad.
OLIVER “Olly” WILLIAMS
‘Olly” came up to A grade this year on the back of a stellar season in the B’s last year
where he was the standout performer of the competition. A real confidence player and was
starting to hit his straps as a strong running centre or winger, when he broke his wrist
missing the last few games of the year only making it back for the Grand Final. We really
missed his aggression and strike power late season. Olly has a great attitude and when
injured turned up to training and games to support the boys and is a real team man. Well
done Olly.
SAMUEL HEALEY
Another great year from Sam. A player with a huge work rate in both attack and defence,
Sam is always looking at ways to improve his game. Played mainly in the backrow
however at some stages throughout the year we needed him to play second receiver at
short notice where he adapted easily. Has a good passing and kicking game and hits a
gap well. Another player that was consistently among our top performers every week.
Great stuff Sam.
11B – Premiers
Best and Fairest: Harrison NOAKES
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Jayden LEPLAW
Encouragement Award: Maximus O’SHEA
Most Improved Award: Kobi PAYNTER
Well, what more can we say? PREMIERS 2013. Well done boys you truly deserved it.
Won on your defense. From where you were at the start of the season and how you
developed was great to be a part of.
Dropped down from A grade after round three, with three teams already on six points, it
was always going to be tough just to make the semis.
Such was the evenness of the competition, with only one loss and a draw to go with our
many wins, it wasn't till the last rounds that we made our way into forth position. And still it
came down to a mathematical conundrum that allowed us to take our place in the playoffs
when we all thought we had missed out.
The way the boys all pulled together to play as a team pleased the coaching staff and
surely made all parents very proud. Special mention of the Final, when the boys were
down 12 nil in the 2nd half, they didn't give up. To everyone's surprise they dug deep and
pulled off a gutsy 18-12 win to advance to the Grand Final. From this moment we knew
they could take out the big one. The rest is history.
With all players available every single one of you stood up and contributed an important
part for their team mates. A 6 nil win, trophy and a premiership jacket.
Some of you may be asked to play in the A's in years to come. Remember to enjoy your
footy, stick with it and you'll all play together again in the future.
Congratulations and thanks for the year boys.
Noakesy and Lobes.
SHANNON ADAM
Shannon isn't one of our biggest kids but can make stacks of meters running due to his
lethal side step. Combined with his speed, Shannon is very hard to catch. Shannon knows
his position of wing well, drops back for the kicks and with a great pair of hands is very
reliable on the kick returns. Showed some great defense in the grand final too. Well done
Shannon.
ADAM CLAREY
Adam was one of our second rowers. A great impact player with plenty of size and speed.
Adam makes big yards running wide of the ruck, hitting good holes and on many
occasions getting us out of trouble. Always putting his hand up for a run. One of the big
improvers this year, especially in defense. Adam will only get better. One to watch in the
future. Great effort Adam.
TYLER CUSSEN
Tyler is one of the strongest front rowers in the comp. Very hard to stop, often taking four
or five opponents to stop him and sometimes they are still unable to get him on the
ground. Gives his all in defense, using his size to drop his opposition, intimidating them to
think twice about running at him. Reliable kicking game both goal and general play. Also
scoring his first ever try. Top stuff Tyler.
HAMISH JACKA
One of three players in the team to come down from the A's. I think this experience and
the skills he developed last year gave him more confidence in his playing ability. Playing
front row, Hamish always put his hand up to do the hit ups through the middle. Being hard
to bring down with his strong running, this tired the opposition, paving the way for the team
to capitalise. A big improver in his defense too. Well done Hamish.
TYRAN KEPU
Tyran must have played in every position in the team throughout this year. Not because
we didn't know where to play him, but due to plenty of his natural talent he has the skills to
play anywhere, would do so without fuss and excel at doing so. An excellent runner who
has great ball skills, is a solid defender and our go to man for kicking goals. Due to his all
round ability, Ty also helped out the A's this year. Good work Ty.
JARED KIDD
Jared also came down from the A's to develop his skills and did so brilliantly. Playing
mostly second row, Jared's defense improved out of sight, very rarely missing a tackle.
Knowing when to go low or "ball and all". A very strong and fast runner, often finding open
space, the opposition unable to catch him which resulted in many tries. Jared is also a
great talker on the field which motivated the guys around him. Take a lot of confidence
from your great season effort Jared.
JAYDEN LEPLAW
Jayden was best and fairest runner up this year, 2nd year running. This alone shows he
has plenty of talent. Playing fullback his kick returns were outstanding. Fast and nippy,
Jayden would often relieve much of the pressure off the team running out of our half.
Jayden was also one of our highest try scorers. For a small guy, he is one of our hardest
tacklers, always motivating his team mates with excellent try line defense. Well deserved
Jayden.
LACHLAN MONROE
Lachie played most of the year on the wing and on occasions stepped into other positions.
A solid defender, his stand out ability is his running. A very flaunt and evasive runner,
Lachie's kick returns and general play running often resulted by going through and around
a whole team, scoring some memorable tries. None better than his grand final try, the only
one of the game. Well done Lachie.
HARRY NOAKES
Harry was our most consistent performer this year and a well deserved best and fairest
award winner. A strong runner and tackler, Harry put himself in everything week in week
out, seemingly without any regard for self welfare. None more evident than in our grand
final. An inspirational effort that lifted all the boys. If Harry got hurt, Dad would say "harden
up" and on he'd go. Always talking the boys up and motivating them. Excellent year Harry.
MAXIMUS O'SHEA
Max is a very reliable and consistent performer, earning him the encouragement award
this year for an outstanding season. Our dummy half, Max's delivery of the ball to our first
receiver set a solid foundation to our set plays to go with his strong dummy half running.
Max's strength is his tackling, peaked at the right end of the season. Always first in and
topping the tackle count most weeks. Showed his toughness playing the closing games
with an arm injury. Nice work Max.
DANE PARSONS
Dane played in the centre position this year, a very enthusiastic runner who is never afraid
to get in and take a hit up to help out the forwards. Often founding space out wide off a
back line movement. Dane is also one of the teams best defenders with a great tackling
technique. Not many attackers broke his defense which is a credit to the effort he puts in.
Dane would always do what was asked of him without any hesitation. A pleasure to coach,
thanks Dane.
KOBI PAYNTER
Kobi earned himself the most improved award this year and well deserved. The
improvement shown from start to finish was satisfying to watch, both in attack and
defense. Kobi played most of the year in the centres. Always a good runner of the football,
his strength and confidence grew as the year went on. The biggest improvement came in
his defense. Kobi has now developed into a confident tackler who uses his shoulder for
some big driving tackles. Keep up the good work Kobi, nice effort.
BILLY SOLYO
Billy played first receiver this year and was also able to play any position in our back line.
A good organiser and distributor of the football, often resulting in some fine moves from set
plays. Billy also has speed and a dummy pass which allowed him to get through the
defensive line, scoring some nice tries. Billy also possess a great tackling ability which is a
big part of his game. Solid season Billy, well done.
11C
Best and Fairest: Samuel RUSSELL
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Jake ZOPPI
Encouragement Award: Griffin KENWORTHY
Most Improved award: Jesse CAMPBELL
What a great year from a great bunch of kids who enjoyed learning the game.
We had an ordinary start to the year with injuries, some of our boys new to the game and
not knowing what we were doing.
After some training and effort we turned it around and just missed out on the finals. I know
during the year, the other teams were keeping an eye on us, look out next year!
JESSE CAMPBELL
Huge improver, built up his confidence after injury, resulting in some amazing long
distance tries. Well done Jesse!
LACHLAN “LOBSTER” RUSSELL
He can do it all, good sidestep and crunching front on tackler, scored some fantastic tries.
LACHLAN TING
What a site to see big T running through the opposition and scoring great tries. You will
have a big year next year.
TYE SIMMS
My tough tackler, doesn’t care who he takes on, I love it. Keep enjoying your game, I do.
COREY ALFORD
What a pleasure to coach this guy, loves learning, great pass and strong D. Will come
back bigger and better.
JAMES STEELE
Kept improving all year, showed us he can do it, with good tackling at times. Good on you
James, keep doing your best
CALLUM VELLA
Always puts in the biggest effort, and has a smart footy brain. We need to teach the boys
to go with you. Great year Callum.
SAM RUSSELL
Amazing effort for a first year, tough, no fear. Scored some great tries and stopped as
many as well. Very proud of your effort.
JAKE ZOPPI
Another amazing effort for his first year. Can do it all, scored great tries, loves the game
and will continue to improve, great D Jake.
RYAN PURCELL
Does a lot of work people don’t see, great passing, tackling and scored a few sneaky tries,
keep on improving mate.
GRIFFIN KENWORTHY
Scored some amazing tries, what a site when he is moving. Griff saved a couple of games
with great chases, did most of our kicking, well done Griffin.
AIDEN JAMES
Very good swerve and step, very important to the team as he can play everywhere, except
prop (he would have a go!) keep improving, I expect a big 2014 from Aiden.
DAMON CAMERON
For his size, the biggest hitter in D. No fear and never let his opponent alone. So close to
scoring this year, you will next year Damo.
ETHAN NANCE
Had a rough start to the year with injury, but I was very proud how you came back. Good
positional player. Keep building the confidence Ethan.
Thank You!
Thankyou to the boys and a great bunch of parents for all your help, plus a huge thanks to
our Manager Meg Kenworthy, who makes it easy for the rest of us.
Craig Purcell
Coach
11C3
Best and Fairest: Blake O’HARA
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Matthew NAUDE
Encouragement Award: Jayden DENNIS
Most Improved Award: Brodey STEVENS
What another great year for the team. All the boys should be very proud of what they
achieved this year with everyone putting in a big effort every game.
Every game we played this year the team was always competitive with some fantastic wins
, 2 draws and when we did get beaten it was only ever by a small margin which was a true
testament to how well the team played this year. With a few new faces plus a strong effort
from our usual suspects the new line up was going to give any team a tough time.
It was awesome to hear the positive support on the sidelines from our great bunch of
parents. The team really thrived on the excitement & support from all the cheering
throughout the year.
Thank you to Mark our trainer & Nathan our manager for your help throughout the year.
There were many time this year when the team had no reserves and were short players
but the team lifted every time and showed great team spirit and with a never give up
attitude everyone should be very proud and their efforts. There was no other team in our
comp that was tougher than our team this year.
Congratulations again to the whole team on a fantastic effort this year.
JOSHUA UPHAM
Showing why he was named co-captain this year Josh always leads from example.
There’s no-one on the team that puts in a bigger effort than Josh.
With plenty of responsibility in making the calls on the field and getting the team organised
Josh could not have done a better job.
Congratulations on another brilliant year.
BLAKE O’HARA
Every time Blake runs on the field our whole team lifted.
All the boys know how big an effort is put in by Blake and our team always felt confident
with big Blake running the ball up hard and making some big tackles every game.
Even with some injuries in a few games Blake never complained and showed how tough
he really is this year.
Fantastic effort this year Blake……well done mate.
CAMERON MACRAE
Many times this year Cameron carved through the opposition with some brilliant side
stepping runs. Breaking through tackles, making plenty of metres and scoring tries was
Cameron’s trademark and he is a very important part of our team. You should be very
proud of another great year Cam.
MATTHEW NAUDE – Again this year Matt showed the way to his team mates with his
brilliant tackling style and fantastic runs down the field which on many occasions resulting
in some exciting tries.
Matt played a huge role again this year in the team’s success and you should be really
proud of your effort.
JAYDEN DENNIS
One of the team’s big improver’s this year you should be very proud of the effort you put in
at both training and at the games.
Always putting your body on the line making some of the best tackles all year you showed
your team mates how to defend.
Jayden’s hard running style was also a big part of the team’s success this year. Great
work Jayden on an awesome year.
SAMUEL DICKEY
Another big year from Sam who was a real tackling machine out of the marker position.
Never running out of gas and always trying hard Sam really improved again this year.
Great to see a new addition to our goal kicking options with Sam making some important
conversions throughout the year.
Well done Sam on a great year.
JACK CASSIDY
Always putting in a huge effort and never giving up. Jack is a great example to all his
team mates to always give your best at both training and at the game. Running the ball up
with plenty of effort and busting through tackles we watched Jack make some great runs
throughout the year.
With one of the best tackling techniques in the team Jack was a big asset for the team
every week.
Welcome to the Dragons and congratulations on a fantastic first year.
LEE CHEADLE
Another great year from Lee.
Always putting in a big effort I saw some huge improvements again this year.
Running the ball up hard and breaking through tackles Lee made plenty of metres for the
team again this year.
The biggest improvement was Lee’s defence this year stopping anyone who tried to take
off down the wing and making some great tackles.
Well done on a fantastic year.
BRODEY STEVENS
There is no one else on the field that gets the team motivated like our co-captain Brodey.
He thrives on guts and determination and many times puts his body on the line making
some huge tackles.
Having such a great understanding of the game and making the most of any opportunity
especially scoring his trademark tries on the last tackle when we are close to the line.
Brodey is a huge part the team’s success this year……congratulations mate.
NATHAN ALLEN
Our team’s new try scoring sensation Nathan had another great year.
I saw some big improvements with plenty of hard running and fending off tackles which
was brilliant.
Great effort in defence, making some big tackles, rattling the opposition on many
occasions this year.
TRAVIS GREEN
What an awesome fullback Travis is becoming. Always getting back into position and
covering any breaks he saved plenty of tries again this year. I saw some massive
improvements with all aspects of Travis’s game this year with running the ball back hard to
the line making plenty of metres plus running in support creating a second phase which
lead to a plenty of points for the team this year.
Brilliant effort again this year.
KAI GEORGE
What a fantastic year at the Dragons for Kai.
We watched Kai score his first try this year which was a brilliant achievement.
One of the teams enforcers with not many that run as hard at the opposition.
Plenty of times we saw Kai break through the opposition defence and get the team rolling
down the field toward the try line. Congratulations and you should be very proud of another
great year.
BEN STOCK
We saw Ben make some big metres up the field with some hard runs this year busting
through plenty of opposition tackles. Great work doing some hard yards and making some
big tackles throughout the year. Well done on your first year with the Dragons.
12A – Semi Finalists
Best and Fairest: Nelson GILMORE
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Logan FLEMING
Encouragement Award: Tyran CONNOR
Most Improved Award: Blake PATON
2013 Disappointing end, but a pretty good season over all. We finished 3rd and I was very
happy with the way the Boys played and developed through out the year, but again so
close to being so much better!!! We struggle with numbers at the start of the year with
both the 12Bs 12As only having 15 and 13 players respectively. Then a couple of broken
arms and our numbers dropped again. It wasn’t before round 10 did we have our full side
of 14 back on the park. So all in all finishing 3rd, wasn’t too bad.
Going into the semis against Aquinas we were all pretty confident, but then with an injury
ridden 1st half we found ourselves running low on numbers again. Logan was the 1st to go
after about 5 min and we lost him for the rest of the game. Then injuries to Jordon,
Nelson, Jack, Caleb and Luke M who all struggled on for the rest of the game had us not
at usual best. But it was an awesome effort by everyone involved and all though we were
disappoint with the result it was with out doubt our gutsy game of the year. WELL DONE
to everyone in the team including Jacob Barling from the 12Bs.
Thanks to John, Matt and Doug for all your help. To the parents, It was pleasure to coach
these guys, you should be very proud of them in the way they are developing and the
effort they displayed this year. Special mention to Sam Gurton who broke his arm at the
start of the year and was unable to get back onto the field. Thanks for your team support
throughout the year.
CAMERON ALEWOOD (Forward)
Glad to have you at the club this year Cam but what an unlucky start. Broken arm in our
2nd trail game which didn’t see you return till round 8. But what a debut, Man of the Match
display in a 20 to 10 victory over Cronulla Caringbah. Cam has one of the longest kicking
games I’ve seen in a boy his age, devastating runner and a solid defender. Cam only
played half the season as a result of his injury but figure very strongly in our best and
fairest points tally. Great effort with great tremendous courage shown in coming back from
such a serious injury.
TYRAN CONNER (Winger/ Dummy Half/ Half)
TJ a player every team needs, my utility man who played in at half and dummy half when
needed. TJ reading of the play from his wing position was great and his communication
with his team mates on the field was sensational. TJ runs and defends well above his
weight and has had an exceptional year. A great young man and very dependable on a
footy field. Best game of the year was the semi when you took over at dummy half for
nearly the whole game. Sensational effort. Great year. Well Done.
LUKE DICKSON (Winger)
Luke has turned out to be a very reliable footballer. A Strong runner of the ball and solid in
defence. Luke is one of the biggest boys in the team and he used his size to gain himself a
few tries this year. With more confidence and games under his belt he could easily move
into the forward pack where it would be more suited to his style of play. Luke played all
year on the wing as we were short on backs and filled that position with well. Well Done
Mate.
LOGAN FLEMING (Dummy half)
Loges had a great year. He made Sydney East Rep School side which won the State cup
in Dubbo and from all reports only just missed out of the State side. His efforts were just as
good in our side where his dummy half play was perfect for our side forwarded
momentum. He’s tackling game was exceptional for a Boy of his size and weight and
score some great tries this year from dummy half. Thanks for the year loges Great effort
Mate.
NELSON GILMORE (Forward)
Nelson’s improving all the time and with his attitude and desire to play this game, could
become a great little player in the future. We’ve been working on his running style a bit
this year trying to get Nels to run for the gaps rather than trying to run over the opposition
players (Been modestly successful). Still our number one forward and has had another
outstanding year. A great young man who always gives a hundred per cent every game.
Well done Nels on another outstanding year.
LUKE MASON (Fullback)
Luke had a terrific year reaching the milestone of 100 games for the Mighty Dragons.
Luke would have to be one of the best attacking fullbacks in the competition. He makes it
look so easy, safe as houses under the high ball and with this great running style always
beating the first defender every time, resulting in brilliant long range solo tries. The biggest
improvement in Luke’s game this year was in his defence, using his speed and positional
play allowed him to make some great try saving tackles this year. Great year, Mate.
KYE MAYNE (Centre)
Kye had a great year, probably didn’t get all the wraps he deserved but was noticed by all
the training staff. We moved him in from the wing and had his 1st full year in the centres.
He quietly went about his job in the centres and had his most consistent season yet. His
defence out wide has been great and his running of the football was outstanding,
committed and safe. Developing into a fine young player. Great Job Kye.
JACK METCALF (Centre/ Five Eight)
Massive year of footy. Jack made the Sydney East Representative sides in both rugby
league and Rugby union. He became a State Cup Champion in Dubbo with he’s Sydney
East side winning the competition. Plus all the games for us, he would have played close
to 27 games of footy for the year. Sounds like time for a rest mate. No wonder you were a
bit hard to get motivated at training some nights. Playing for us Jack defence and attack
was outstanding, always taking to the field giving 100%. He took out the top try scorer for
the year with 8 and equal top point scorer with 32 points for the year. Lucky you got that
last try in the semi. Congratulations on Sensational year Mate. Well Done.
BLAKE PATON (Forward)
Blake feature in the 321 awards a number of times this year showing some glimpses of
what he is capable off. He grabbed a Man of the match award in the last regular game of
the year with some solid defence and some great runs which feature in him crossing for
his 1st try of the year in our 2nd last game of the year. Blake is finally bringing some speed
to his game and as a result his performances have improved greatly in the back half of the
year. A champion young guy, with a great attitude to his training. Well Done.
JOEL PATON (Forward)
Joel. Another solid year and was never out of place in A grade. His game has continued to
improve through some solid training and willingness to learn. Like his brother, Joel left it to
the last minute to get a try on the score board, leaving it to our last game of the year, the
semi final against Aquinas. He has continued to improve his game and has the ability to
become and fine young player in the future. Well done Joel on a great year. A pleasure to
coach with a great attitude to his training.
ALEXANDER RISK (Forward)
Alex had an interrupted season breaking his arm in our third game of the year against De
La 1. He was out until round 8. But from then on, Alex has improved out of sight. The
biggest improvement has been in his defence and stamina. Alex put some great hits on
the opposition and had some great damaging runs up the middle of the field. He has been
a pleasure to coach. A great year Alex. Well Done Mate.
CALEB “The Axe” RYE (Forward)
What a competitor, plays with all the passion and courage of a 1st grader. Loves to mix it
up in the forwards and was there for all the hard yards. Caleb was another player who was
one of our unsung hero’s. Every thing was done with passion and 100% commitment,
wether running the ball or going in to tackle the biggest kid of the park. Well Done Mate
You had a great 1st year stepping up in A grade.
JORDON SYLVESTER (Centre/ Forward)
Jordon started the year off well, with a man of the match performance in our 2nd game
against Gymea. His size and running ability has had many of our opposition struggling to
contain his damaging runs on the edges of the rucks. As a result he has bag six tries for
the year and a couple of goals, his defence has continued to improve whilst playing most
of the year in the forwards. Jordon also made it into the NSW state Oz tag side earlier this
year which they won, becoming the Australian title holders. Great effort Jordon, Great
attitude and a pleasure to coach.
CAMERON WESTLAKE (Halfback)
Cameron season was a successful one in that he was improving from our 1st game to our
last game. Half back is one of the hardest positions to play in our game and Cameron’s
organisation skills continue to develop the whole way through the season. A complete
little footballer, challenges the opposition with his probing runs and play making skills. Our
no.1 goal kicker and with a desire to train hard should become an outstanding little
footballer in the future. Well done Cam on an excellent year.
12B
Best and Fairest: Ryan LANE
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Douglas WHITE
Encouragement Award: Aidan SELECRAIG
Most Improved Award: Jarrod JEFFERYS
Congratulations boys on a very tough year where you all showed how tough you were
backing up every week even sometimes only with 9 players. I and every parent thought
you were an amazing bunch of guys real winners are what you boys are made of.
AIDEN SELECRAIG
Well done mate, one tough boy with an amazing passion for footy a big heart great
manners and an outstanding ability.Thanks mate.
BRADLEY A
My little tiger gutsy little fella never took a backward step didn't mind taking on people
twice his size and bringing them down.Thanks mate.
BRADLEY L
Big solid like a bulldozer always listened and gave his best every week even when he
couldn't breath he would beg to go back on. Thanks mate.
CALOB
What a well mannered fantastic pick up this boy was fast gutsy and would tackle anything
he has a very elusive step look out him next year. Thanks mate.
DOUGLAS WHITE
Is it a bird is it a plane no its flying Doug what a great footy player with great ability we
would have been lost without you mate, Thanks mate.
HAYDEN
Big strong solid and played to his best ability he would play hard even when he was sick
once he started he could not be stopped.Thanks mate.
JACOB
This boy was so fast the only thing you could see was his hand in the air when he was
scoring a try he has great manners a great young man. Thanks mate.
JARROD JEFFERYS
One very fast runner tackler all round good footy player one tough unit this boy had
outstanding manners also .Thanks mate.
JOEL
Always listened always gave his very best this young man has a real footy mind his life
revolves around footy also a great goal kicker. Thanks mate.
PAUL
One big strong unit once he laid hands on them they hit the deck hard when paul was on
the go he was hard to put down. Thanks mate.
MITCHELL
This fella loved his footy he brought a passion an once he was after you there was no
stopping him he gave his very best every week. Thanks mate.
RYAN LANE
BIG RYAN That is the bone cruncher the biggest and the best player this year he would
give his best every week the one player that made a unstoppable effort. Thanks mate.
SAM
What an awesome talent this boy has he would be screaming for the ball and was always
there ready to crunch them in the tackles, great manners to Sammy. Thanks mate.
WILL
Our captain this year he always led with a very mature footy mind gutsy tackler and great
runner he has great manners and will be our captain next year.Thanks mate.
13A – Semi Finalists
Best and Fairest: Lachlan MEIER
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Riley HOLLIS
Encouragement Award: Ben WATTS
Most Improved Award: Josh MILROSS
After two seasons I have come to the conclusion that we need to stand the boys in cow
manure four hours a day! Well, growth hormones are still illegal are they not? It was very
taxing to be continually batting against the size of some of our opposition teams. A work
mate of mine came one week to watch us play Gymea and remarked: “You almost caught
that big side, gee the size of them”. I thought that Gymea was the smallest of the Semi
Finalists. The good news is that giving away size in the contest builds character. Hopefully
in a year or two our opponents may have to build some character!
Injuries from outside the Saturday game crippled us this season. Our best finishers were
out for the critical part of the season. Then our distributers are missing when we play the
top sides and our offensive pattern is thrown out the window. I guess luck’s a fortune.
All excuses aside we won the games that we should have won and were competitive in the
others. We kept turning up at training and putting in the effort, We are a bunch of good
mates and that will always help us later in life.
Well done and thank you to Thomas Palmer, Jake Glanfield, Nick Slater-Raptis and Kye
Russel for their support and clubman ship in helping and supporting us this season.
Thanks to all associated with the side this year, particularly Jock, Jordan, Dunny, Conor,
Brian’s flag work, and Kim’s table duties. My biggest thankyou is to my teammates, we
have grown together, enriched in each other’s company, over the last two seasons. I shall
enjoy my retirement sitting on the “hill” in the years to come, “cold one” in hand, still
enjoying our football.
Pete
ZAC TOPHAM
Zac added an excellent ability to back up the ball carrier and convert opportunities into
tries this season. He is developing the best one-on-one ball strip as well. Hey Zac have
you ever seen a lizard run across water?
WILLIAM MAYNE
Wilber started the season on fire, right where he left off. Unfortunately, with a reoccurring
back injury, seemed to lose his mojo. Just when he found it again stuffed his knee on the
eve of the semis. Billy needs to know everything … always asking questions.
RILEY HOLLIS
What a great season, from slow to fast, small to large and average centre to rep player.
Your teammates confidence in your ability sometimes was an Achilles heel for us as you
were our main go to man in the backs. Quite the joker and a pleasure to have around.
NATHAN CASK
Mr dependable this year. Had about five different wingers with him this year. In the finish I
would say: “You look after that side of the field you know what you are doing”. Your
defence was your strong suit this season saving numerous tries and had the best tackle
count against the rampaging Black Cat number 11. Quite the man’s man a good mate.
BEN WATTS
It is a pleasure to coach someone that listens and puts in place what we talked about. You
are living proof that: “it is not the size of the dog in the fight it is the size of the fight in the
dog”. That is why you were almost unbeatable in Malcoms, no weight to carry and bulldog
tenacity. Pity you cannot kick field goals.
BAILEY FRANKLAND
Probably a season that you would like to forget because your feet kept you off the paddock
and you therefore struggling to find your rhythm. To your credit you did not want to let your
team down and stepped up to play still carrying injuries at semi time. Thank you for your
season.
CALEB SIMPSON
I can remember watching games in which our opponents have made a break, disappointed
with our line defence, I would watch on almost conceding a try, when, all of a sudden,
appearing from nowhere, would come the flying Simo to save the day. Good to see you
put those long legs to good use. Pity you cannot ride a pushbike.
BRAYDEN DELAND
Bunny you are one of the most talented players in the side. Pity Bruno’s 8 year old
younger brother is taller then you! Great front on defender, excellent at putting a team
mate into a hole, and absolutely the best story teller I have ever heard. I cannot wait for
you to hear about poetic licence. Just ask him to tell you about Simo coming off his bike.
LOGAN KEPU
What a great season! A combination of strong running, hard hitting defence and a don’t
argue fend has picked you up to rep level. Do not over analyse it from here, the next step
is to remember footy is a simple game, when they have the ball pick out the runner and get
up off the defensive line and belt him. When we have the ball target their weaker defender
and wait for the ball to come to you. It was a pleasure to know such a young gentleman,
don’t let me see you flat footed.
DYLAN PARKES
No one else in the team can influence momentum swings in a game like Dill. He is an
accomplished low tackler who finishes around the boot laces every time. In attack he
would take the marker out of play and scored his share of tries. Your mum said that you
had grown this year … I think that she lied to me.
JAKE KEARNS
Great to have you back. Showed your class at hooker creating numbers on the short side
to put Sherm into the corner against Gymea, showed your versatility in playing ,lock,
second row and wing and showed your class to play five eight when we needed you. I
enjoyed this season with you, the happy go lucky bloke impressing on Jock and myself
what you could do for us, where you could play, how you could kick field goals, why we did
not let you kick goals …
JACK SHERWOOD
I thought that you had lost a yard or two of speed at the start of the season, then I saw you
starting to be up there in Malcoms and sprints, starting to score tries again. Then what
happens is you find out skate boards or scooters or whatever it was that you were on,
buck! We missed you.
CORY PARSONS
What an absolute talent you are! We all seem to talk of you in attack when your defence
certainly leaves nothing to be desired. Shoulder, knee, concussion, … you were the who’s
who of injuries this season. You showed great hart and desire to keep coming back and
are a credit to yourself. If you are going to keep riding pushbikes please get some lessons!
LUKE PATTON
General I found you to be a quiet and unassuming young man who is just starting to
harness his strength. You are absolutely unbeatable in the wrestle for supremacy in the
play the ball. I found you to be very dependable and almost too sensible for someone of
your years. You were the recipient of the award for the biggest rip-off of the year, that was
a try for sure and certain … enjoy your nuddie run!
JOSHUA MILROSS
When you first played for us I was worried for you. You were flat footed, too much behind
the play the ball and were picked off by opposing defence before reaching the advantage
line. Approaching semis picked it up with good games against the top sides. In the semis
hurt your leg on the corner post in helping save one of three tries you saved and averaging
two hit ups per set. More than that was your mature attitude in approaching the game. I
still owe you that big Mac meal don’t I? It will not stop you competing in the nuddie run.
JACK RILEY
With the wisdom of hindsight I should have done some goal setting with you. That may
have made me more approachable for you as you seemed extremely shy this year, you
even had to get Zac to ask for you to move to the other side of the field. Jackie you picked
up the concept of adjusting (slide) defence better than your teammates. You covered up
when we bombed. You backed up on the brown and scooted well. Your shyness stopped
you from blossoming.
BRAYDEN COLENSO
You still controlled the speed of the play the ball better than anyone else. No one can run a
brown line better than you. However this year you did not play with the confidence you
displayed last year, and the niggling injuries did not help. Bruno you are a good mate from
a good family, hard work at training will help you regain your mojo. Enjoy the nuddie run.
LACHLAN MEIR
I only hope that I was not coming over as a cranky old bugger to you. After a game I would
single out the one thing you could have done better and suggest that to you. I should have
also complemented you on the fifteen things that you did well. It was only in an effort to get
you to strive harder. It all happened for you this year, landing goals from the sideline,
scoring tries (four in one game), saving a try or three each game in defence and making
the rep side. The nickname Tees that we gave you proved so apt as you forgot the
(kicking) Tee more often then not.
13B
Best and Fairest: Nicholas SLATER-RAPTIS
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Daniel PASCOE
Encouragement Award: Lachlan KEOUGH
Most Improved Award: Sean STEPHEN
2013 saw another combined team for this age group as we started the year with potentially
3 teams that merged into 2 – A’s & B’s. The Under 13B’s started as a combined B & C
Team but as the year developed the boys came together as one side. Although we weren’t
as successful as 2012, the boys were able to come away with a few good wins.
I would like to congratulate Corey Markem and Rebecca Newton in their first year in their
roles for the club along with the rest of the Dragons committee members who put in
countless unknown hours of dedicated hard work to make every year successful for our
boys and families.
Also to all of the Mum’s & Dad’s who helped out in the canteen selling lollies and drinks
along with being on the tongs cooking up sausage and bacon every Saturday, without
volunteers clubs don’t survive.
Another year once again to thank Michelle for being our devoted Team Manager – without
your help and organization I’m sure that the year would not be a smooth running as it
normally is on game day. To Ben and this year Matt, thanks for all of your efforts for
helping me out with coaching and training of the boys, offering and supporting me in
decisions being made and encouraging the boys to develop themselves in the game.
It was a tough year to balance having to sit players out every week which was the hardest
decision I had to make over 17 weeks, but I thank you for being most understanding as
this is about the boys and not parents. Thanks again to everyone for your support this
year, have a safe break and see you next year
Cheers
Rod
AARON BARFORD
Aaron played as our hooker through-out the year. He is a tough guy that is always there in
the middle making the tackles and serving good ball to the team all year. There is a
cheeky side to Aaron like all good hookers have.
DAVID COOKE
2013 wasn’t the best year for David as he spent a bit of time off the field with injury and
sickness. When he was able to be at footy, he put everything he had into training and
game day. He had a couple of really good games in second row & was a pleasure to
coach.
ISAAC CORNELIUS
This was Isaac’s first year in the squad. He played on the wing and was able to have a few
good runs in the season and made some good tackles.
LACHLAN DUNLOP
Started the year quiet and about half way through kicked into the gear with some strong
aggressive defence.
BAILEY FREEMAN
For Bai to make the field this year from being in hospital was a challenge in itself but he
accepted it and gave a solid year. He was honest in his training completing all tasks put in
front of him and not taking any short cuts, you should be proud of yourself.
JAKE GLANFIELD
“Glanie” gave his bustling runs and hard hitting tackles as one of our props throughout the
year. When Jake put his mind to it, he had such strong games and made many metres up
the middle of the field.
JARON ISEMONGER
This year Jaz played a more utility role than previous ones of being our hooker. He
showed a consistent hardworking training ethic every week and come game day was there
in strong defence always backing up and supporting the team having a run from the
centres. His marker work was strong and the team was able to count on Jaz week in week
out.
JAI JACQUES
Jai really surprised me with some amazing tackles and brilliant runs throughout the year.
He stood his ground and took on his opposition faster and bigger than him, time & time
again.
LACHLAN KEOUGH
Lachie spent the year in the outside backs. He had pace to burn and was always there in
defence. Lachie was there week after week always willing to help his team out. A vey
valued played in the squad. Well Done Lachie – a great year.
JAMES McCROHON
James was always at the back supporting his team with some clever plays. His confidence
grew thought the season and was generally safe under the high ball. He spent the whole
year practising his field goals but never had a chance to pot one over ….maybe next year
Jim Bob, keep practising !
MITCHELL McDONALD
Mitch again guided the team around the park from half back this season. He was able to
create some clever plays with his runners change lines and inside/outside balls. Mitch is
learning the technical side of the game very well.
ZACK O’HALLORAN
Zack again teamed up with Mitch to keep our core 6 & 7 positions for the year. Zack’s
kicking game was outstanding this year kicking a high 90% goal kicking for the year along
with some very clever 5Th tackle in-game kicks to pick up this centres and wingers to
promote the ball, well done!
TOM PALMER
Tommy defence is his strength with those low ankle axing tackles, the opposition were
afraid of running near him. Tom played in a few spots this year, having a run out in the
centres, which allowed us a chance to see his speed in attack that saw him cross the line
a few times in the season.
DANNY “Bull” PASCOE
Bull again gave a solid year in defence and strong running in attack. He was always there
supporting his team and leading the pack forward. 2013 was another great year by Bull
who ended up with the runner up player of the year.
LIAM ROCHE
Liam is a quite lad always willing to learn and listen. He played in the centres and has
great hands for a player with not a lot of playing time under his belt. He will continue to
develop into a good player as the year’s progress.
KYE RUSSELL
Kye’s size was his strength in making metres in every game. His attacking game is his
strong part of his game. When his defence matches his attack, he will be an awesome
player.
MAX STEWART
Max shows awesome pace and had some smashing tackles from the wing. He was always
strong in defence and was able to support the forwards as an extra runner. He had a great
year in the B’s.
NICK SLAYTER-RAPTIS
Nick stepped-up into a Captains role for 2013 and did an excellent job. He led from the
front all year and when we needed meters gained he led in the pack in the middle. Nick is
a great player that always wears his heart on his sleeve. Our player of the Year!
JOSH SMITH
Smithy had a good year and is a solid player that I always counted on to take the team
forward. He has good hands with the footy and with some hard training will continue to be
an outstanding ball running forward.
SEAN STEPHENS
Sean has always been a quite polite boy but this year with his footy his confidence grew.
He was able to make many metres time and time again as a hard playing forward running
the ball with commitment and focus. Great Year Sean – well done and keep on going!
14A – Finalists
Best and Fairest: Taine FLEMING
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Max HOGAN
Encouragement Award: Zac MORAN
Most Improved Award: Daniel PEYCHERS
The boys were in their second season of the merged side between Bosco Bulldogs and
Dragons. Similar to their 2012 season it was ‘so close but so far away’ with the side
finishing just outside the top four. Excuses can be made in relation to washed out games,
missing out on byes and having the bare thirteen players for most games but when it
comes down to it (and I think the boys will agree with me), we did not play good enough
when we had to.
Once again thanks to the Dragons committee for their service and efforts during the year.
Congratulations to the 14B’s for a great season and a big thank you for the boys who
volunteered to play up when we were short.
To Bert and Grant thanks in a huge way for your input and effort through out the season.
Thanks also to the fathers that volunteered their services for ball work sessions, often
resulting in sore bodies!
Finally, thanks to Kylie for her fantastic job in managing the side. The boys hope you all
stick around for the next season so we can build more on our previous two years.
COOPER BOWEN
Unfortunately mid-season illness saw Cooper miss a fair few games but he returned to the
paddock and showed the enormous ability that he possesses. No reason why he cannot
play rep footy in the coming years.
DAMIEN FAHEY
The unsung hero of the pack. An old style front rower that keeps working all day and built
up great combination with Max and Monty. He’s a very coachable young lad. I expect a
big 2014 from ‘Damo’.
TAINE FLEMING
Probably the toughest boy in the side and at his own expenses fills in a number of
positions. Taine had an outstanding season and was amongst the best players on the
field every week. Congratulation on your Best & Fairest award Taine.
JACK GORRY
Goz started most games at lock forward and was more than comfortable behind in our
strong pack of forwards. Jack became more confident with every game and was playing
strong ‘footy’ towards the end of the season. Goz was responsible for a lot of the clean-up
work
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MAX HOGAN
Max is regarded as one of the best players in the competition. He leads our forwards and
was responsible for the team being competitive in most of our games. Deservedly Max is
part of the Sharks Junior development scheme. Congratulations on your Best & Fairest
runner up award.
BLAKE IBBETT
Our Mr fix it in our back line, Blake moves between wing, centre and fullback and he does
it with ease. An excellent defender who plays well above his weight he provides plenty of
encouragement to his teammates. Great year ‘Ibby’.
ZAC MORAN
Fatty’ is the team Beau Ryan and he’s responsible for plenty of laughs at training. A gifted
ball player Zac received a number of Man of the Match performances during the season.
Terrific year ‘Fatty’ and congratulations on your award.
ADAM NEWEY
Started the season with the 14B’s but after some outstanding performances was poached
by the A’s. Born with natural speed, Newey was a bonus for the team scoring plenty of
tries. Another player who will have a great 2014.
JOSHUA NOAKES
Another of the team’s versatile players Noaksey can play hooker to the wing and does so
without fuss. The team’s reliable goal kicker Josh always brings his smile to training.
Thanks buddy.
DANIEL PEYCHERS
Peach was back in the A’s this season and became an important fixture whether at five
eight or second row. A damaging ball runner and plenty of opposition players felt his
strong defense during the season. “Congratulations on your award Peachy”.
MONTY RAPER
Mont continued his slick combination with Max and Cooper, which led to a lot of our
attacking plays. A mid-season broken wrist was unfortunate but he returned to finish off
the season on a good note.
LUKE TAYLOR
The flashy centre did not get too many opportunities out wide this year so Luke went
looking for them and is a sensational dummy half runner with excellent tackling technique.
JACK TRIPI
The captain, halfback and leader of the team. When ‘trip’ is on we usually win. A couple
of niggling injuries during the season hampered Tripi but he kept turning up and played
strong every week. Jack’s potential was finally realized and he was part of the Sharks
Junior development this year. Congratulations.
NATHAN WATERWORTH
Nath was in his first season with the boys but easily picked up on the style of play sets and
will continue to grow in confidence with the rest of the side. Nathan is a pleasure to coach.
14B1
Best & Fairest: Ben WARREN
Best & Fairest Runner-Up: Kane FAUST
Encouragement Award: Brodie O’BRIEN
Most Improved Award: Brodie McGOVERN
No report received.
14B2
Best and Fairest: Jack PALMER
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Chayce WILLIAMS
Encouragement Award: Joshua McNALLY
Most Improved Award: Thomas ADDIS
What a year it’s been, quite a turbulent one at that! The boys had played C-grade last
year and were thrown in to B-grade this year, with no more than 15 players the whole year
and only 11 at the start, if there’s anything the boys walked away with this year it’s plenty
of passion and heart.
With the prospect of folding at the start of the year all the boys rallied together and worked
there hardest to try and get friends to play to make up the numbers we needed. In the end
we came up with 15 and the boys got to stay together.
I personally couldn’t be more proud of the boys. There are people out there who think
winning is everything, but not in my book. We won a total of 1 game and took home the
wooden spoon. But too be able to watch the effort these boys put in each and every week
was enough for me. No matter the score line, these lads would never say no. They
wanted to finish every single game. One game they were down to 11 players with injuries
and I asked them if they wanted to call it a day, they all looked at me and said “yeah right”.
The boys have grown tremendously this year in more ways than one, they have started
building a passion for footy and I can’t wait to see what they can bring to the comp next
year!
Thanks for a great year boys, I couldn’t be more proud of you guys!
CHAYCE WILLIAMS
Chayce is one of those guys who isn’t afraid to get in and get rough. He hits the ball up
hard and it doesn’t matter who is standing in front of him he’s trying to go over the top of
them. Just as he runs at them he doesn’t let anybody go over the top of him.
JAKE WILLIAMS
Jake had a bit of a quiet year but when he turns it on he really has a go. He has plenty of
vision and can run the ball with skill to sniff out those gaps. He has a real chop in defence
and gives It his all every game.
KYLE MAXWELL
Kyle is another quiet fella out on the field but if he gets that ball he’s got some great
footwork and ball skills. He has quite a neat step on him and makes good meters with
each run he takes.
THOMAS ADDIS
Tommy is easily one of the best defenders in the team. He is only a small kid but he wears
his heart on his sleeve and is able to tackle any size opponent you throw at him. He has
great ball skills and isn’t afraid to test their line.
NICOLAS ROY
Nick is the quiet achiever, at the start of the year you couldn’t hear him on the field but by
the end of the year he was yelling and really getting involved. His improvement in defence,
attack and under the high ball is easily one of the most in the team. Nick has come a long
way this year and has become a great all round player.
JOSH McNALLY
Josh moved positions quite a bit this year but he nailed every single one. Another one of
our best defenders who puts his body on the line for every tackle and gets the job done.
He’s got pace and is very dangerous when running that ball.
AARON PIMMS
Pimmy unfortunately didn’t get to see much time on the field this year. He fractured his
arm early in the season at training and then completely broke it in his first game back. That
didn’t stop Aaron from being at every training and game though. He was really burning that
he couldn’t play and I can’t wait to see him next year.
SAMUEL MIDDLEMISS
Sammy was our fearless leader this year, another kid that wears his heart on his sleeve
and has so much passion for the game of rugby league. He gets in there and does some
crunching tackles and hits the ball up without fear every time. Leads by example every
single game.
CARSON GALE
This was Gallens first year of football and what a year he had. One of the most vocal out
on the field and not afraid to mix it up with anyone. He ran hard and looked for off loads
while he would just barrel in at the legs of his opponents to take them down. A great first
year of footy.
DYLAN GILLESPIE
Dylan is probably one of the fastest kids in the Sutherland shire. The amount of times this
kid mad a try saving tackle or scored a length of the field try was unbelievable. He was our
top point scorer and our greatest weapon in attack. Unfortunately a calf injury restricted
Dylan towards the back end of the season and he didn’t make it easy to keep him off the
field.
ZANE MITCHELL
Zane came to us from Helensburgh roughly 6 games into the season and what a god send
he was. This kid is a natural athlete and he has a pass to rival that of Todd Carney. Zane
has superb ball and attacking skills and has solid defence to top it off.
JOSEPH AFUNGIA
Aki came to us from the 13’s but if you seen him you would of thought he came from the
21’s. Aki is the gentle giant off the field but on the field he is big trouble for the other team.
He runs hard, tackles hard and this is considering he usually played a full game with no
breaks.
JACK PALMER
Jack is an A grade player who came to us because he has some bad knees. After
watching 1 game I could see why he’s an A grade player. This kid has an unmatched
passion for this game and it reflects in the way he plays. He runs hard every time and
tackles with his body on the line.
SEAN SULTANA
Sean is another lad who came to us from the 13’s and unfortunately copped some serious
injuries throughout the year. This didn’t stop him from trying to play though. He was out
there limping around for some games but he just wanted to keep on playing. He tackled
hard and ran the ball even harder all whilst carrying injuries. A top year for playing in the
age group above.
HARRISON DUNSTAN
Harry hasn’t played footy in a few years but it didn’t take him long to catch back on. He’s
one of the biggest boys on the field and a real danger man to the other team. He runs with
such pace that the other team are afraid to tackle him and they were just as afraid to run at
him!
Special thanks to all the parents for getting the boys to training and the game week in
week out. Thank you to our manager Lisa for organising absolutely everything. Thank you
to our trainers Steve and Geoff for all the hard work they put in this year with the boys.
Thank you to Paul who helped organise a lot of stuff behind the scenes with players and
what not. Thanks to everyone else for supporting this team and helping out with everything
through the year.
I hope to see you all next year,
Cheers, Jimmy.
15A – Semi Finalists
Best and Fairest: Liam RAE
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Cameron SMITH
Coach’s Award: Ryan LEVIN
Manager’s Award: Tristan MONK
Congratulations to all the boys for an enjoyable 2013 season. We had eighteen players
sign up for the 15A’s at the start of the year and needed every one of them. Rarely having
two or three players on the bench, due to injuries, the boys proved that they can compete
against all the teams in this competition. In the last four rounds of the season we had to
play the top three teams, and at half time in every game were in front on the scoreboard.
In time and with the same confidence as I have in this team, they will be able to convert a
half time lead into a lot more wins.
At the start of the year I expressed to the team that we needed to improve our defence and
they certainly did that. We finished the season in fourth place, with eight wins and six
losses. With fewer games played this year than 2012, our points four have increased and
the points scored against us have decreased by nearly one hundred points. That is a
fantastic effort. The work rate has been shared all season, with eight of the boys ending up
within three points of the best and fairest.
They have become a very strong unit and stuck together all year. With more self-belief and
confidence (not arrogance), they will become an even stronger team. I thank them for their
efforts and hope they enjoyed themselves.
I certainly appreciate and thank the 15B players that helped us out through the year. Kyle
McCarry helped us out in the semi-final and done a great job.
I would like to thank Greg Rae for all his work managing the team. Greg does a great job
in organising everything and helping at training. He has a great rapport with both the kids
and the parents.
I would also like to thank Steve Collier and Steve Ebb for running the water and helping at
training. Thank you to Shaun Johns for his help whenever I needed it as well. To all the
parents that supported, dropped and picked up, helped in the canteen and BBQ and
packed up the field, thank you. It was great to see nearly forty five people at our end of
season dinner.
Last but certainly not least I would like to express our gratitude to Kay and Brian
Canning’s. Kay was there every game to strap and help the boys with their injuries. Brian
supplied the drinks every game, supported and rewarded the boys every week. Kay and
Brian have been with the Dragons for as long as I can remember, managing me at the
Dragons nearly forty years ago, thank you.
BRAIDEN BROADSTOCK
Played front row, Braiden is an Andrew Fifita in the waiting. He is proven that he is capable
of running over five people in a single run, being a very strong defender and running the
length of the field to score tries. With the right training Braiden would be a very strong
force in this team. Well done Braiden.
JOEL COLLIER
Plays centre and defends on our right side. Joel loves to tackle as hard as he can with no
thought of self-preservation. He lifted our side on many occasions with his dominant
tackling style. Opposition players certainly knew they had been hit. Joel is a heavily
marked player in attack and showed great discipline. Unfortunately Joel missed our semifinal due to injury and we certainly missed his aggression out there. Good work Joel.
JUYE EBB
Juye is getting bigger and stronger every year. He is becoming more confident in his ability
and has a great work rate in defence. Juye has the ability to break the line in attack and off
load the ball. Juye backs up well and received the ball on numerous occasions for his
efforts. He works hard on and off the field and will continue to improve. Co-captaining the
side this year, Juye played lock for the majority of the year and had a great season.
LUKE FARRELL
Luke played in the front row and is growing in confidence every year. He is very powerful
and runs straight and hard all the time, his defence from marker is strong and effective.
Sometimes the opposition player didn’t know what had hit them. Luke had his second year
at the dragons this year and has become an integral part of the team. Well done Luke.
NATHANIEL GAFNEY
Nathaniel had his first season with the dragons this year and we certainly hope he
continues. He is a natural ball player with great balance and skills. Nathaniel played mostly
five eight with a few games at lock and centre. Unfortunately he missed a few games with
holidays and a broken bone in his hand. Nathaniel has great speed and the ability to break
the line, he is certainly a player to watch in the future. Great work Nathaniel.
ZAC HUNTER
Zac played second row this year and has continued to be a very reliable player. He is a
very solid defender and has good aggression. Zac has good footwork and uses it well
when running the ball. He makes a lot of yards out wide and can off load a good ball. Zac
has matured a lot this year and is an important part of the team. Keep up the good work
Zac.
MATHESON JOHNS
Matheson is a very enthusiastic person. He shows fantastic commitment and dedication to
both training and the game. Matheson co-captained the side and plays fullback. His one
on one defence has improved and on numerous occasions shut down the attack with solid
hits. His ability to get to the ball on the full and return with speed has certainly been a big
improvement. Matheson has the speed and ability to change a game, his enthusiasm is
contagious and he will continue to improve. Good work Matt.
KIERAN LEVIN
Keiron played dummy half the majority of the season and half back a couple of times. He
is a very dedicated player and gives everything 100 percent, even when he is injured he is
at training. Kieran improved on his defence this year and will continue to improve with
confidence. He directs the play from dummy half and offloads the ball nicely. I wish we had
every player wanting to play football as much as Kieran wanted to play. Good work Kieran.
RYAN LEVIN
Ryan had a great season. He played half back, five eight and I think centre at one stage.
Like his brother he has a great passion for rugby league. Ryan grew with confidence as
the year went on and plays well above his weight. Ryan has great hands and footwork. His
speed of the mark when he decides to run is very deceiving. Ryan needs to take charge of
this team and direct it around the field, like he is capable of doing. His commitment to the
side both at training and game day is unquestionable. He played with an injured hand at
the end of the season and let no one down. Congratulations Ryan on a great season.
RYAN LONGVILLE
Ryan (Buddy) is a very talented person. Unfortunately for us he is talented at everything
he does, including school, rugby, track and field. We certainly appreciated every game he
could play for us this year. Buddy has all the skills, passing, running, kicking, defending
and can read a game. When he runs the ball he runs at speed and is very difficult to
contain. I hope next year when we move to Sunday games he will be able to play a lot
more. Thanks Buddy.
TRISTON MONK
It was Triston’s first year at the Dragons and he had a great season. He plays well above
his weight and lets nothing get in his way. I’m not sure if he speaks at home but he says
nothing at training and the game, he just gets the job done. Triston ranked very high in the
points this season and deserved to do so. He has the ability to get out from dummy half
and make yards, often beating one or two defenders at a time. He would take a hit and get
straight back up. Well done Triston. I hope you enjoyed it and return next season.
LIAM RAE
Liam had an outstanding year. Very rarely coming off the field and being very consistent
when on the field. His efforts both with the ball in attack and in defence did not go
unnoticed by both his fellow players and me. Liam has matured as a player and is getting
stronger all the time. Liam is a hard working second rower that volunteers to go into the
front row when we are short of players. He deserved the Best and Fairest this year for this
great effort. Keep up the good work and congratulations Liam.
JOSH RIDGE
Josh came back at the end of the season, due to a major back injury. He is a very
important part of the side and was missed while he was injured. On Josh’s return he
injected enthusiasm and spirit into the side. Josh is a great motivator and has matured a
lot this year. He is a very strong person who will continue to improve as he plays more
games. Good work Josh.
JACK SCHUETRIM
Jack had his first year in A grade this season. He played wing, centre and second row.
Jack is a very solid, strong person who has grown in confidence. Jack runs the ball well
and was always involved. He will be an even stronger player next year due to the
experience he now has. Good work Jack.
CAMERON SMITH
Well done Cam. Cam Smith came to us this year from Young, NSW. He played half back
and hooker. Cam quickly got the respect from his fellow team mates for his defence. He
tackled everything that came at him, often getting smashed in the process. He would get
straight back up and get into the next tackle. Cam would play anywhere to fit into the team
and did so. His high ranking in the best and fairest points reflected the effort he put into the
games. Congratulations on a good year Cam. I hope you stay in Sydney.
JAMES WAYLAND
James is the player you want on your side and not playing against you. He is a great kid
that has strength, power and the right attitude. He along with Buddy had limited games
with us due to school commitments. Every game he played with us we appreciated and
again I hope our move to Sundays next year will allow James to play more games. We
would certainly like him to play again. James would be injected into the game after about
ten minutes and would have an instant impact. His strong running of the ball and bone
crushing tackles were priceless. We are a good side, but we are certainly a stronger side
when James is playing. Thanks for your efforts James.
JAKE WHEELER
Jake moved from the back row last year to centre this year. He also played fullback in one
game. Jake is fast and agile, he is capable of reading the game well. Jake is a strong
defender who on numerous occasions was involved with try saving tackles. Jake made a
lot of ground when running the ball both from dummy half and his centre position. Good
effort Jake.
MATT ZAPPIA
Matt had a lot of game time this year and gained confidence. He played mostly on the wing
with a few games at hooker. Matt is a very enthusiastic trainer and willing to listen. He has
grown in stature and strength. Although hooker is his preferable position he always is keen
to play as long as he is on the field. Matt ran the ball well from dummy half. Good work
Matt.
15B
Best and Fairest: Dylan LEES
Best and Fairest Runner-Up: Chris JENKINS
Coach’s Award: Riley MORGAN
Manager’s Award: Matthew SMITH
As a coach and it was my first season with the boys and I am extremely disappointed and
accept full responsibility for the team not making the finals.
We lost several close games and had some bad luck in several contests which cost us
dearly.
But it is what it is and the boys deserved better and their effort and commitment deserved
semi final standing alone.
I want to thank the trainers and super men, Troy Cheadle and Bryuce Paton. And to the
manager who is the best on the planet, Sandra Jenkins, I cannot thank you enough. I also
wish to thank the parents for their support each and every week they are a special people.
So here is a rundown on the players who played with their hearts and souls.
JAKE VLAHOG
Jake left midway through for personal reasons and he is a boy with talent and brought skill
to the team when he was with us.
HAYDEN WILSON
Hayden gave his all each and every week. He always gave his best at training and in
games.
MATTHEW TETLEY
Matt had never played footy before and went as a rookie to footy. He played wing, centre
and some backrow and with a season under his belt, Matt can only improve in 2014 and
beyond.
MATTHEW SMITH
Matthew is a very talented footballer who played centre, fullback and had a little stint in the
backrow this season. Very fast and a specialist dummyhalf runner. He has plenty of skill
and ability and had a real good season for him in my eyes.
ANGUS BROWN
On the wing and a few games at fullback, Angus showed courage and effort to return after
a month on the sidelines with a broken foot. His defence improved as the year went on
and with further self belief, he can be more than a handy footballer.
LACHIE SKILLCORN
Lachie is what footy is all about. You don't have to be the biggest or most powerful player
to do well in the game. Lachie is courageous and he played wing and had a few stints at
hooker. His attitude to training and playing is first class.
DYLAN LEES
Gifted player with plenty of time to do things on a footy field. Players that have time have a
special ability, Dylan is all class. He also played a few games at fullback. Quality ball
runner, good passing game and terrific tackler. The complete package.
MITCHELL IBBETT
Mitchell played several positions in the team, mainly half, he also played at five-eighth, he
also played some hooker, centre and lock. I think Mitchell will greatly benefit from the
season he had in 2013. He was consistent, strong, durable and played for the team. I am
sure Mitchell will only continue to improve, he has the skill to climb even higher.
BEN BARFORD
Ben is a terrific young man and loves his footy. This year he played centre, five-eighth,
halfback, lock and hooker. He always put the team first and never flinched in any games.
Ben also has a sharp mind and great personality and his approach and desire in footy is
what the sport if all about.
JOSH PATON
Our luckless captain missed a fair slice of footy, firstly from a back injury and then a few
weeks after returning from that problem, broke his collarbone. Josh is a mighty fine young
man and he never once complained about his bad luck. I saw enough of him on the field to
know we were a poorer team when he wasn't playing. Josh has a great attitude and turned
up to training when injured such was his dedication to the team.
MATTHEW WESTLAKE
Westie battled injuries later in the season and showed great courage to get onto the field
later in the season. Matthew has all the talent. He needs to extract the very best from
himself with a real hard yakka approach to training. Westie scored some cracking tries and
made many thunderous tackles in games and fearful charges in attack.
JETT CHEADLE
Jett never gets tired. He would play a full game each week. He only missed one half of
footy all season when he got a heavy knock in round two and had to be replaced at
halftime. Tackles, runs, goal kicks, if you want a real team player in the back row who
never gives up, plays as hard at the finish as he does at the start, then Jett's your man.
What a super season from a fine young man who gave it 100 per cent each week. The
team is very fortunate to have him.
KYLE McCARRY
Kyle is a real enforcer on the footy field. strong, quick, tough, heavy tackler and shows
never-say-die attitude. He had a mighty season and in several games he played with
injuries when he should have been sidelined. A real hard yakka approach and disciplined
way at training then you will see the very best of Kyle. He is an A grade standard player.
CHRIS JENKINS
Chris plays every minute with passion, toughness, skill, relentless determination and
plenty of heart. His tackles are full of power and his running and passing game second to
none in the competition. Chris had a mighty season and each week was one of the team's
best. He deserves every success in footy and a premiership. The team was blessed with
this young man's talents.
RILEY MORGAN
What a season from the young man called ''Big Red.'' Riley's speed, workrate and effort
was second to none of any prop in the competition. He made many fantastic runs in attack
which brought the crowd to their feet. At training there was none better for effort, the ability
to apply himself and he always listens.
Well done Riley.
JARROD PETTIT
Jarrod improved as the year rolled on and showed plenty of character and effort. His
workrate in games improved and always did his best at training. A good, solid season from
Jarrod.
JAI OSGOOD
This boy was one of the team's best. He ran hard. He tackled hard. He chased kicks hard.
He backed up in support. He chased in defence. Jai's strong defence and power running
were features of his footy this year. I was proud to see this young man develop and he
played centre, wing, lock and second row. I believe he is a forward now and should be a
back rower fullstop from now on. Top year, Jai. A super season from him.
Under 18
Best & Fairest: Luke SMITH
Best & Fairest Runner-Up: Pierce HIEZKE-DAY
Coach’s Award: Keenan VAN DE STRAAT
Manager’s Award: Cumorah NEWLOVE-McKAY
No report received.
Special Needs Team
Coach / Manager: Grahame Wagener
Coach: Paul Williams
Assistant Coach: Jake Williams
What a great year these boys had, they got to play 2 fantastic games, one of them was
against the 14B2 at Shark Park in front of around 15,000 people and the other against the
11A De La Salle side which was played at night at Captain Cook Oval. The boys trained
every Wednesday night and they learned a lot of skills. The NRL came down to film the
boys and they were very excited. The boys are looking forward to next season and they
are all very proud to be Engadine Dragons. This is now our 3rd year and the Team are only
getting stronger. Bring on 2014...
SEBASTIAN “Sebby” DALTON
Sebby loves footy and loves training, once he is about to play and has all of his gear on he
is pumped and ready. Sebby is a fantastic team player and he always supports his team
mates. Hope to see you next season Sebby.
JACK LEIGHTON
Jack loves running down the sidelines and straight through the middle he is a great team
player loves his training and congratulates everybody in the team, he pulled off some great
kicks this year and some great offloads. Good work Jack.
PATRICK MAY
Patrick is a lightning quick winger he is our most experienced player and he loves cheering
his team on and scoring tries. Patrick always tries his best at training and also when he is
playing a match .Great year this year Patrick.
JAKE ASHFORD-COX
Jake loves his footy and once he got that ball no one could stop him, he ran with style. He
was confident the whole season and he also loved he footy training and he also loves
getting muddy during the game of footy. Great work Jake.
HAYDEN WATSON
He is always in the action and is always running that ball, he puts in good effort to tackle
as well, and he is always looking for the off load to his team mates and he also loves
kicking the ball around. Good work this year Hayden.
BAILEY FERGUSON
A natural sportsman, he didn’t train much with us this year as he is an assistant coach of
another team, he loved when we played the games because he would always get the ball
and run through the team and score a try. Good effort this year Bailey.
BRODIE SHIAGETZ
Brodie is a really good team mate he always gets there early to start training, he loves
running the ball and scoring try’s, he cheers everybody in the team and loves to kick the
ball around. Fantastic year this season Brodie.
JOSHUA BARATTA
Josh loves being in dummy half so he could off load it to his team mates, he is a great
player and he loves cheering everybody on and also loves running straight down the
middle. Can’t wait to see you next season Josh.
CARL O’FARRELL
A great player he has a big smile when his running that ball he also loves tackling and
smashing into the pads at training and he has a lot of fun training with his team mates and
his trainers. Great work Carl.
MATTHEW BARNES
Mathew has the biggest smile at training, he loves scoring try’s under the post and he
loves passing and kicking the ball with his team mates. He loved tackling the bags and
smashing into the pads at training. Great work Mathew.
JAKE ROBERTO
Jake is a great little player who loves getting the ball and he loves cheering for his team
when they score. This is Jakes first year and he has improved so much from the start of
the season. Can’t wait to see you next year Jake.
MALACHAI PHILLIPS
Mal loves coming to training and also to the games we play, this was Mals first year and
he did really well. Also known as Daniel Mortimer and Luke bird, he did really well this
season. See you next year Mal.
MICHAEL PATRUNO
Michael is a passionate player he loves palming them off when he is running straight
through the middle, he would always yell up as loud as he could when he was about to
tackle the opposition. Good work Michael.
By Jake Williams