2010 Suburbs Junior Boys Teams

Suburbs scored first through a good runaway try from Kyle but then Marist scored the next three tries while the home side were scrambling to keep up and make their tackles. Jonpaul scored before half-time but Marist lead at the break 20-10. Two more quick tries early in the second half had Marist leading 30-10. Then Suburbs started to make their tackles and Jonpaul started to hit his straps scoring his second try, which was his 100th career try for Suburbs, and then he quickly scored his third try of the day moments later. Exchanging tries now with Marist, Kyle got his second try and when Alex found some of his old form, scoring two very good tries, Suburbs found themselves just 5 points behind. All the boys showed a steely determination on defence while Jonpaul wrestled for the ball and muscled through for the equaliser. James then thwarted their return attack - tackling their star player, Suburbs then secured possession, Jonpaul spotted the gap and scampered through to score his fifth try on the final whistle to secure a brilliant 'come-from-behind' victory.

For the second week in a row we had torrential conditions, which once again encouraged another tight encounter. Waitemata scored first but then Jonpaul White scored two tries, the first of which brought up his 50 tries for the season and Suburbs lead early 10-5. However, despite another two Suburbs tries, both to Ben Cameron, the home side lead at half-time 25-20.
Jonpaul scored his third try early in the second half to tie it up but then the Tigers scored 3 of the last 4 tries to win it. James Loveday scored his first career try to keep Suburbs close in the closing stages.
Alex McMillan had a few surging runs in the deluge and was our Player of the Day.

In dreadful conditions, Suburbs got off to a bright start when Ben carried a tackler over the line with him to score first and then Jonpaul broke down the right wing from a lineout to score and the home side lead 10-0.
However Eden then scored the next 4 tries to lead at the break 20-10. But then Suburbs stepped up their play in the second half, keeping Eden scoreless while Ben scored his 2nd try and Jonpaul scored his 2nd & 3rd to clinch the match in the dying stages.
Kayla was involved throughout the game on attack & defence and was unlucky not to score down the left wing - she was our Player of the day.

It was a sea-saw affair with Waitemata scoring first, then Suburbs lead for a spell during the first half before the Chiefs inched ahead by half time with the score; 20-15. The second half saw Waitemata stretch their lead initially and stay out in front for the remainder of the match.
Ben and Jonpaul both scored 2 tries each, Alex scored once and Alec tackled to a very high level.
The match ended with our Player of the day, Blake scoring the final try of the match after having made several incisive breaks and tackling at the usual high standard we've come to expect from Blake.

In the initial stages of this match it seemed the teams were fairly evenly matched. However Suburbs started to score regularly through the usual avenues and lead at half time 35-5.
Ben and Jonpaul were prolific as usual with 6 and 5 tries respectively while Kyle and Alex were both welcome returns to the team and contributed with tries also. There were good runs from Blake and Kayla while Alec was fierce on defence as usual backed up by Zac, James and Joseph. Xlah had his best game on his birthday.
He made his presence known on offense and defence and capped it off with his first ever try and was our Player of the day.

Both teams were missing players because of the holidays and sickness and so it was eight a side with no subs. Suburbs started slowly and never really got out of second gear.
We tackled well but Carlton tackled better although often from an offside position - this does often happen at this level, however Carlton were just a little more adept at it than we are accustomed. Jonpaul White scored our first try and Ben Cameron got our second but we were behind 10-35 at half time. Ben scored our only 3 tries of the second half through some good bustling runs. But Carlton were just too good in the end.

James Loveday tackled well and made a couple of good runs and was our Player of the day.

In the absence of a holiday draw, the Hawks agreed to play us again at Shadbolt Park but they would have been forgiven for regretting it before long as the try count mounted against them. It didn't seem that much of a one sided affair, but for the fact that one side wasn't scoring and at half time the Blue team lead 55-0.
Ben Cameron was in top try scoring form (7), as was Blake Southgate & Jonpaul White (4 each) and our youngest player Hala Malimali (still 6) scored 2 tries and Alec Walsh scored 1.

Henderson Asiata was our Player of the day. He got stuck in, making plenty of tackles and was unlucky not to score.

We had a really tough game on a boggy Waitemata Park against very good team. Seven tries were conceded before Ben scored Suburbs' first try of the game which was the final act of the first half. Jonpaul scored twice in the second half and Ben scored his second try before the Seagulls went on another streak of five unanswered tries to the end the game.
Despite the large margin, it was at least nice to be beaten by a team, legitimately better in skill level. On a day when the team struggled with its tackling,

Our Player of the day Alec Walsh tackled brilliantly throughout the game and went on several surging runs that threatened the try line.

Well the season has come to an abrupt end and with it the end of the teams first season of tackle.
It seems like only yesterday that they were just starting.  Jaxon looked like he was going to get a run away try like the previous week,  with a very wet muddy ball, holding on to it was a slippery mission.  At half time we were down 0 tries to 10 and we just got hammered, losing 0 - 100.  Ponsonby Black played a hard and fast game, their ball handling even in these conditions was to be commended.  Well done team we are all very proud of you.

Captain  of Day   Marcus Patchett
Player of   Day    Marcus Patchett

Well we thought last weeks conditions were bad, we were wrong.  Today had to be the worst day, there was mud and rain like you wouldn't believe.  This was one tough game, we had five boys away, the other team had only eight players turn up, we had ten.  We were asked to field only eight so we had rolling subs of two players.  From the outset this was always going to be tough, little did we know just how tough.  With having to wash mud out of kids eyes and strap an ankle injury, it was inevitable that I would miss a try or two.  At half time we were down 1 -12 tries.  Little did I know that apparently I missed five tries, which has sparked a major controversy over the score.  To me our team played very well in the most trying of conditions and were beaten soundly. Were they upset?  No they had fun and enjoyed the fact that they could get muddy.   I have the final score as 5 - 115   W. Seagulls say the final score is 5 - 140
At the end of the day these guys are only 7 and 8 years old it is not championship competion.   To be quite honest I am happy that our Team played their little hearts out, have trained hard and no we haven't won much but they have enjoyed themselves and will come back next season with a fair sense of play not one of pettyness.

What a day, the wettest day we have had for a game.  We had six of our team away today which made it very hard on boys.  In very trying conditions they played very well with a very slippery ball.  We were down 1try to 8 at half time and considering the conditions a great game was had.  No we didn't win but the feeling of the Team is one of happiness that they tried their best.  Final score 5 -75
Captain of the Day   Andre Brake
Player of the Day      Dylan Bishop

A very cold clear day we met at Western Springs, it was to be Grant M's last game for the season with us as our Coach.  What a fantastic game, the team were hoping to come away with a win, they played very hard wanting to make Grant's last game a win.  Unfortunately we lost, the team worked exceptionally hard to keep the other teams score low and at 2 - 5 at half time it was looking good.  We couldn't fault the way the whole team pulled together.  Well done guys.  Final score 20 - 55
Captain of the Day    Jaxon Wharengaro
Player of the Day      The Whole Team  they all deserved it (even rat bag Kevin)

On a very cold clear morning  we met at Cox's Bay Reserve, hoping that today we were going to get a few tries that would see us wining.  With 4 of our team away it makes it very difficult and it was not going to happen today.  We were no tries to 7 at half time and struggling.  With some great play from ours boys
they deserved to get at least 1 try.   But the final score was  0 - 90
Captain of the Day   Marcus Patchett
Player of the Day     John Vake

What a great team to play. The spirit in which everyone enjoyed themselves and the game was huge.  Yes we lost but we came off the field feeling great.  The team fought hard to gain tries but it just was not to be. We were down 1 - 12 treis at half time.  Final score 10 - 90
Captain of Day   Viliami Manukia
Player of the Day  Jaxon Wharengaro

We were scheduled to play Carlton Gold but due to the holidays they defaulted.  This gave us the chance to have a game against our Blue team.  The Hawks were just not firing today as we were 0 tries to 11 at half time.  We had 6 players away which was always going to make it difficult.  Kevin managed to score a try in the second half which got us going but with only 2 tries from Jaxon and 1 try from John the 4 tries were just not enough.  We were soundly beaten by Blue team 20 - 90.
Captain of Day   Palu Manukia
Player of Day     James Aylott

A great game was had by the team, and with only 3  away, we were able to have a good go at it. Eden Rebels were a great team to play the conditions were near perfect. Kevin managed to get two tries, the first of the season for him.
Some great tackling, with Marcus taking yet another pounding, he just does not give up.  We were down 1 point at half time with the boys going even harder in the second half.  The score at the final whistle was a draw of 45 - 45.
Captain od Day Connor Watson
Player of Day     John Vake

This was always going to be a tough game for the Hawks, with 7 players away.
Roskill Dist. have some very big boys in their team and plenty of subs to keep them fresh.
With the Hawks not seeming to be able to get going, we were down 0 - 50 at half time and with a further 8 tries by the end of the match our boys were very disheartened.
The final score was 0 - 90
Our Capt of Day was Dylan Bishop
We had no player of the day

The Hawks were off to a slow start, with a few missed opportunities to gain tries. Hawks ended up being down 15 - 40 at half time. 
The second half saw the Hawks come back fighting to get ahead of the Blues.  Some great tries were then scored, but with the final whistle looming it looked like the Hawks had left it to late and the Blues were headed for a win.
Three tries were scored to bring the game to a close on a draw. A great game.
Capt of Day was Jaxon Wharengaro
Player of Day Lucas Marvin

What a game!  The two teams were fairly even in their play, which made for an exciting game.
At half time the Hawks were leading 4 tries to 3. Marist were short on players so  two of our team,  Kevin and Charlie showed awesome sportsmanship and played for them.
Well done boys.
In the end Hawks lost to Marist 6 tries to 8 Captain of Day Connor Watson
Player of Day    Kevin Wensor

Well done Team.

Another tough game for the Hawks, the tackling was great.  The team played well.  Marcus took another pounding. He just does not stop.

Our Captain of the Day was Moses Manukia who arrived late so Kevin Wensor led the team until Moses arrived.

Our Player of the Day with two great tries was Charlie Starr. 

We took another Loss of 20 - 55 but it's early days yet.

With only eight of our team available to play, we took a bit of a hammering.

Lucas as Captain of the Day led the team very well.

Viliami was our Player of the Day. Well done Viliami.

We were unable to get a try and lost 0 - 50

Played a tough game against the other team, but the kids played hard and well.

Our Captain of the day was James Aylott, he played an outstanding game and picked up the player of the Day trophy. Well done James.

The score at the end was a loss to the Hawks 5 - 60

Suburbs under 8's restricted Hawks (red) team had an awesome game on 8th May Played against Carlton Gold at Shadbolt Park

Captain of Day was Charlie Starr.

Player of the Day was Jaxon Wharengaro

We won 50 - 35