In a group first, probably the most gifted native footy gamers from Penrith and Cronulla are set to face-off within the inaugural battle for the Luke Lewis Cup. Meet the 43 stars on present.
Named in honour of the Panthers and Sharks premiership winner, the highest A-graders from each districts will shoot for glory within the Shire at Corea Oval.
Forward of the large conflict, we profile each participant earlier than the squads are trimmed for kick off.
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CRONULLA JUNIORS
RYAN BARDEN (ENGADINE DRAGONS)
Halfback
A halfback with huge wraps, Barden was a part of the Dragons under-19s SG Ball Cup aspect in 2022. A proper aspect risk, the Australian OzTag rep isn’t afraid to take the road on.
BLAKE BARDEN (ENGADINE DRAGONS)
Utility
The again row/centre joins brother Ryan within the Cronulla squad. A prepared and exhausting runner, Blake’s utility worth will likely be an necessary addition from the bench.
JOSH BRIGGS (AQUINAS COLTS)
Prop
Recognized for his elite health, Briggs is a tricky center who refuses to take a backwards step. Nonetheless a teenager, this fixture might propel the Helensburgh junior onto greater and higher issues.
TOM CARR (AQUINAS COLTS)
Fullback
A attempt scorer in final season’s NSW Cup grand ultimate, Carr returns to native footy following stints with Illawarra, Canterbury, North Sydney and South Sydney. The lengthy striding speedster will skipper the aspect from fullback.
Tom Carr for South Sydney in final season’s NSW Cup grand ultimate win over North Sydney. Photograph: Steve Montgomery
CAMERON GOODGER (DE LA SALLE CARINGBAH)
Wing
The younger De La centre will get his likelihood to shine at rep degree. A robust defender, he’s recognized for his exhausting work and toughness on the sting.
MITCH HODGSON (GYMEA GORILLAS)
Again row/Prop
A product of the Sharks pathways, Hodgson is a tough working straight up and down backrower. Doesn’t thoughts the large event both, and final season celebrated with a attempt within the grand ultimate.
Mitch Hodgson hits it up for Gymea. Image: Adam Wrightson Pictures
HARRISON HOOD (ENGADINE DRAGONS)
5-eighth
Harrison Hood is a lock ahead who final yr represented Cronulla in SG Ball. Can organise the assault on both aspect of the ruck, and is a hazard stepping off each ft.
One among Cronulla’s prime gamers, Hood is predicted to begin within the No.6 jumper.
JOEL KINGHAM (AQUINAS COLTS)
Centre/wing
A strapping outdoors again, Kingham has performed left centre for Aquinas since his arrival from Campbelltown Metropolis within the Macarthur competitors. Possesses a powerful carry, and is adept at establishing his outdoors man.
Joel Kingham throughout his stint with Campbelltown Metropolis within the Macarthur competitors. Image: Steve Montgomery
SAMSON MAIRI (COMO JANNALI CROCODILES)
Centre
One other contemporary face from the Cronulla Sharks pathways, Mairi is shortly making a reputation for himself on Como’s left edge. A strong centre, he’s fast off the mark and has smooth arms.
NATHAN MATEER (AQUINAS COLTS)
Again row
Troublesome to overlook, the towering purple head is a tricky proposition within the center or on the left edge. Spent just a few seasons within the Illawarra competitors and will likely be keen to boost his profile towards the guests.
JORDAN HOLLIS (BOSCO BULLDOGS)
Prop
An enormous physique, Hollis wears the No.10 jumper as captain of membership aspect Bosco. With a background in OzTag, the skilful ballplayer is rather more than a battering ram and kicks targets too.
Jordan Hollis prepares to move for Bosco. Image: Adam Wrightson Pictures
JAMAINE MELCHIOR (COMO JANNALI CROCODILES)
Prop
A lumbering prop, Melchior can roll via the center for lengthy intervals. Is hard to deliver down and has a deceptively fast play-the-ball.
JAMES MIRCEVSKI (DE LA SALLE CARINGBAH)
Prop
The reliable prop and Da La skipper brings a way of calmness and expertise to the crew. Adept at locking down the center, he’ll show powerful to interrupt down.
ABRAHAM PETERS (BOSCO BULLDOGS)
Again row
One of many mainstays of the pack, with a wholesome head of steam Peters is troublesome to deliver down. Tremendous match, he’s able to huge minutes and one Cronulla will look to when the chips are down.
Abraham Peters in motion for Bosco. Image: Adam Wrightson Pictures
KURTIS SMITH (BOSCO BULLDOGS)
Lock
The crew’s Mr Versatile, Smith often performs within the No.13 jumper however is equally efficient within the halves. One of many aspect’s leaders, he has loved success within the Illawarra comp the place his peak and intelligent arms caught the attention of fine judges.
JOSH TAYLOR-MYLES (AQUINAS COLTS)
Hooker
The intelligent No.9 is unquestionably one to control. Tall for a hooker, Taylor-Myles is understood for exploding from the ruck and is highly effective sufficient to interrupt the road. A famous attempt scorer, he usually takes the right possibility.
CALLUM TUTAUHA (CRONULLA CARINGBAH)
Centre
A centre/winger with a smart head following a stint within the Wollongong competitors, Tutauha is equally suited at fullback. Received’t be fazed by the rise in commonplace, regardless of incomes his spot from the native second tier comp.
Marco Tetavano in motion for De La Salle Caringbah. Image: Adam Wrightson Pictures
MARCO TETEVANO (DE LA SALLE CARINGBAH)
Wing
Not one to overlook a collision, Tevevano is a rising winger who thrives with contact. Loves a tricky carry, and on the opposite aspect of the ball not often comes off second finest.
NIKAU WRATHALL (COMO JANNALI CROCODILES )
Lock
Contemporary from a stint with Parramatta in final season’s Jersey Flegg competitors, the imposing lock ahead received’t look misplaced on this contest. Tall and skilful, the ex-Eel additionally has sufficient tempo to trigger havoc within the backline.
COACHES: RUSSELL LEWIS, GAVIN CLINCH
PENRITH JUNIORS
AIDAN RYAN (WINDSOR WOLVES)
Again row
Small by fashionable requirements, the busy backrower arrived at Windsor from the state’s central west. A menace with early ball, he thrives involved and is a fearless defender.
ALEXANDER MYLES (EMU PLAINS)
Again row
After a gradual begin to the season, this former Italian worldwide backrower has discovered his legs. Damaging with a pointy flip of pace, he’ll be desirous to cross the stripe.
BLAKE HILL (COLYTON COLTS)
Prop
Hill is a no-nonsense, no frills front-rower who goes all day if wanted. A welcome addition to Colyton’s pack this yr, his choice is effectively earned.
Blake Hill on the cost for Colyton. Image: Warren Gannon Pictures
BRYSON DEMANUELE (ST CLAIR COMETS)
Hooker
An aesthetic hooker with all of the traits of a modern-day No.9, Demanuele is the Comets’ shining gentle across the ruck. Blessed with tempo and imaginative and prescient, he can even play within the halves.
CONNOR MASON (WINDSOR WOLVES)
Halfback
Joined Windsor this season following a quick stint for Penrith within the NSW Cup. A gun half, Mason is used to directing site visitors and taking the precise possibility.
Connor Mason fires off a move for Windsor. Image: Warren Gannon Pictures
DALLAS BURNS (WINDSOR WOLVES)
Again row
One of many tallest forwards within the Penrith comp, with a head of steam he’s a towering inferno. Assaults the road, however can even play ball from shut vary.
ETON LINDSAY (WINDSOR WOLVES)
Again row
One other from the Wolves’ feared pack, Lindsay is equally damaging from the bench or crunching out your entire 80 minutes.
HENRY TUIAFISO (CAMBRIDGE PARK)
Again row
A daily on the Cambridge Park proper edge, Tuiafiso is a rangy second rower who by no means shirks his accountability. Goes about his work with minimal fuss and might pull off a thunderous hit.
Henry Tuiafiso at his exhausting hitting finest. Image: Warren Gannon Pictures
ISAAC THOMPSON (EMU PLAINS)
5-eighth
One of many kind gamers within the opening rounds, Thompson is a extremely rated playmaker with all the talents. Reached NSW Cup degree, and is certain to rise to the event at Sutherland.
JAI WYNBERGEN (WINDSOR WOLVES)
Prop
A strong center, Wynbergen had a style of Sydney Defend final season and has confirmed his class since arriving at Windsor. Robust with the ball, he’s used to disregarding defenders.
JAMES ROSS (COLYTON COLTS)
Centre
One among a lot of native juniors to come back via the Panthers pathways program, Ross is a fleet footed outdoors again equally at house within the centres or down again.
Jesse Poulsen will get a move away for Colyton. Image: Warren Gannon Pictures
JESSE POULSEN (COLYTON COLTS)
Fullback
A former North Sydney pathways rep, Poulsen is a rising fullback/five-eighth who thinks run earlier than move. A famous attempt scorer, if the Penrith pack get on a roll, Poulsen might effectively ignite.
JOSHUA BARAVILALA (ST MARYS)
Wing
A dashing outdoors again, Baravilala is among the many main attempt scorers this season and oozed class towards Brothers, scoring 4 tries down the precise edge.
KENNETH KORO (GLENMORE PARK BRUMBIES)
Centre
A tough operating centre, Koro has been on hearth this yr. Usually punches holes on the precise edge, and is one to look at in site visitors with a miraculous means to place his winger away.
Kenneth Koro will get the ball away for Glenmore Park. Image: Panthers Juniors
KOBE KING (ST CLAIR COMETS)
Again row
Stationed on St Clairs’ proper aspect, King performs backrow in a Comets outfit using among the many frontrunners. Hits good traces and goes low in defence.
LUKE MCDONALD (WINDSOR WOLVES)
Centre
A reliable centre, McDonald makes use of peak and energy to carry collectively Windsor’s left edge. A real sort out breaker, he loves a tricky carry.
MARLI SINI (CAMBRIDGE PARK)
Centre
A tough operating playmaker, Sini is at his finest when taking over the road. A famous attempt scorer, the previous Ron Massey Cup participant has spent this season floating between the halves and centre.
RHYS FALCONER (CAMBRIDGE PARK)
Lock
A extremely rated lock with a full vary of expertise. At his finest, Falconer can lay on a attempt or go it alone as a four-point common.
Riki Willie on the fly for Windsor. Image: Warren Gannon Pictures
RIKI WILLIE (WINDSOR WOLVES)
Centre
An extremely aggressive centre who revels within the tough stuff, Willie is explosive off the mark with a harmful fend.
SAMUEL COOKSON (EMU PLAINS)
Utility
An skilled ball-playing utility with Sydney Defend expertise, Cookson has began the season in spectacular type. Likes to drift left and hit the winger with a cut-out move.
THOMAS ROMER (EMU PLAINS)
Lock
Named as skipper, Romer bought the nod after main Emu Plains to final yr’s title. A veteran within the center, he’ll roll his sleeves up and go all day.
Emu Plains enforcer Thomas Romer has been named Penrith captain. Image: Steve Montgomery
TINIRAU ARONA (ST CLAIR COMETS)
Again row
A relaxed head, Arona is a ball enjoying ahead on the again finish of a revered profession that included a mixed 12 seasons within the NRL and UK Tremendous League.
TORI WILLIE (WINDSOR WOLVES)
Fullback
Willie is aware of the ropes higher than most. An skilled fullback, he consistently roams the sector desirous to pounce on the slightest weak spot. Kicks targets too.
TYRONE SHELLEY (WINDSOR WOLVES)
Hooker
Shelley is a artful hooker who has performed on the greater ranges. As slippery as ever, his propensity to cross the stripe hasn’t diminished.
COACH: SCOTT THOMPSON (COLYTON)
ASSISTANTS: DARREN BELL (EMU PLAINS), TROY DARGIN (WINDSOR)
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