St Paul's College have captured a third-straight SAS College Rugby League Premiership title, beating Kelston Boys' High School 16-4 in Wednesday night’s final. A frantic opening left both sides scrambling with early errors but it was Kelston that struck first with a try out wide for a 4-0 lead. Four minutes later and St Paul's were given full use of the ball inside the attacking 20. St Paul’s went close to scoring twice, through second rower Christian Tuipulotu and centre Star Toa, before prop Sione Ngahe stormed through the pack carrying up to four players to score under the posts. Halfback Jaelin Murray kicked perfect off the boot to take a 6-4 lead over Kelston at halftime. It took 10 minutes before points were scored in the second stanza. St Paul's second rower Matthew Palu accelerated down only to be held up just short of the line. A quick play of the ball and shuffle to the left saw centre Timor Williams score in the corner extending their lead 10-4. Standoff Sione Moala converted to get up 12-4. With just ten minutes remaining, Kelston gave away a penalty which ultimately cost them the match. St Paul's hooker Lewis Sio kicked a chip up over the top putting the game beyond doubt when Timor Williams collected his second extending the lead to 16-4. "We knew it was going to be a tough game," said Kelston captain Johnny Falelua-Malio. "St Paul's were just the better team tonight. All we can do is learn from it [and] come back bigger, faster and stronger as we look forward to Nationals in a couple of weeks." St Paul's captain Daetyn Tanuvasa said he was proud of the boys' efforts. "The boys have worked really hard for this win tonight," he said. "We needed to learn from our previous games against them [Kelston] and bring all of our teachings onto the field tonight." "We're just really overwhelmed right now," he quipped. Kelston Boys' High School 4 (Kenneth Fonoti x1 try) St Paul's College 16 (Sione Ngahe, Timor Williams x2 tries; Jaelin Murray, Sione Moala goals) HT: 4-6 at Mount Smart Stadium #2.
Wesley College 17 - Manurewa High School 16 Wesley College won their first ever piece of SAS College Rugby League silverware last night, edging past Manurewa High School in a golden point grand final 17-16. Wesley College 17 (Apenisa Sailo, Mesa Saukuru, Larenz Tupaea tries; Tuhi Pompey, Larenz Tupaea goals; Larenz Tupaea x1 drop goal) Manurewa High School 16 (Faafili Faafili, Daylee Dutton, Tyrone Siua tries; Daylee Dutton x2 goals) HT: 12-0 at Mount Smart Stadium #2. James Cook 8 Pakuranga College 18 It was another thrilling grand final performance for Pakuranga, winning the SAS College Rugby League Bowl title 18-8 over James Cook High School. James Cook High School 8 (Jason Tokareta x2 tries) Pakuranga College 18 (Tupe Taefu, Andrew Mana x2 tries; Jacob Tuisalega x2 goals/ x1 penalty goal) HT:8-8 at Mt Smart Stadium #2. St Paul’s College Christian Tuipulotu has been named the 2017 SAS College Rugby League Player of the Year at the Auckland Rugby League awards breakfast this morning. The 16-year-old year 12 student has played a starring role for the school this year, advancing through to the premier championship grand final to be played at Mt Smart Stadium #2 this Wednesday August 16 (7.00pm kick-off). Tuipulotu was also awarded second rower of the year in the SAS College Rugby League 1st XIII Team of the Year. "I'm really enjoying the college competition this year," said Tuipulotu. "There's a lot of history behind St Paul's - especially playing rivalries Kelston Boys' in the grand final - so I'm sure it will be a good game this Wednesday." A valued member in his second year of playing for St Paul's 1st XIII team has seen him embrace the vice captaincy role for 2017. Other accolades include being named in the under 16s NZ Merit Team (2016) MVP for the National Youth Finals (2016) and captain of the under 16s NZ Resident Team (2017). He is also part of the Vodafone Warriors' Development which has seen him train with the under 20's side. Junior Fiu from St Paul's College was awarded Premier Coach of the Year for the second year straight, while Wesley's Rob Short was awarded Manager of the Year. St Paul’s centre Mike Williams who was named in the 1st XIII Team of the Year also won top try scorer with 8 tries, while Jaelin Murray took home top goal kicker with 24. Konrad Tu'ua from Kelston Boys' was awarded top points scorer with 54. Southern Cross swept the major awards in the Senior A competition with Damien Murgatroyd winning top try scorer (5 tries) and Ropati Tupai winning top goal kicker (14 goals) and points scorer (38 points). Sir Edmund Hillary were awarded the fair play school award for the division while Jacob Tuisalegi from Pakuranga College was awarded MVP. The SAS College Rugby League Premier Championship, Plate and Senior A grand finals will be played this Wednesday August 16 at Mt Smart Stadium #2. Full list of winners below.
U/15 nine-aside Manager of the Year – Sam Tanielu (St Paul's College) Coach of the Year – Faataloga Vaeluaga (Manurewa High School) MVP – Sione Moala (St Paul's College) Senior A Top try scorer (5 tries) – Damien Murgatroyd (Southern Cross) Top goal kicker (14 goals) – Ropati Tupai (Southern Cross) Top points scorer (38 points) – Ropati Tupai (Southern Cross) Manager of the Year – Kevin Long (Sir Edmund Hillary) Coach of the Year – Nicole Jensen (Pakuranga College) Fair play school award – Sir Edmund Hillary MVP – Jacob Tuisalegi (Pakuranga College) Premier 1st XIII Referee of the Year – Raima Koti Top try scorer (8 tries) – Mike Williams (St Paul's College) Top goal kicker (24 goals) – Jaelin Murray (St Paul's College) Top points scorer (54 points) – Konrad Tu'ua (Kelston Boys' High School) Manager of the Year – Rob Short (Wesley College) Coach of the Year – Junior Fiu (St Paul’s College) Team of the Year 1. Star Toa (St Paul's College) 2. Okusitino Taahafe (Papatoetoe High School) 3. Mike Williams (St Paul's College) 4. Paea Fotu (Southern Cross Campus) 5. Talesi Lovo (Wesley College) 6. Kadiyae Ioka (Kelston Boys' High School) 7. Konrad Tu'ua (Kelston Boys' High School) 8. Sione Ngahe (St Paul's College) 9. Johnny Falelua-Malio (Kelston Boys' High School) 10. Antonio Aufai (St Paul's College) 11. Christian Tuipolotu (St Paul's College) 12. Aiden Aue (Kelston Boys' High School) 13. Larryon Tavita (Kelston Boys' High School) 2017 SAS College Player of the Year Christian Tuipulotu (St Paul's College) Southern Cross Campus have been given an extra life and a chance to advance to the SAS College Rugby League grand final in two weeks, after taking down fourth-placed Mt Albert 28-10 in their semi-final (Game B) yesterday afternoon. Wet conditions left both sides struggling with ball control, but it didn’t take long for the home side to gain momentum and make their way down field. Southern Cross standoff Eric Poiri Wichman kicked high to the right with centre Paea Fotu receiving the ball to put first points on the board. Halfback Samuel Nat converted for an early 6-0 lead. The south Auckland school scored another in quick concession. Again, off the boot of Wichman left-centre Samuela Fisiitalia was quick on his feet grounding the ball in goal to collect their second. Ten minutes into the first half and Southern Cross were up 10-0 with 15 minutes to go. Finally holding onto the ball, Mt Albert scored a last minute try to reduce the deficit to 10-4, but the conversion went out wide leaving the score 10-4 to Southern Cross at the break. There was no stopping the home side who - in front of a large and very vocal crowd at Southern Cross in Mangere - were straight out the gates in the second stanza adding another 12 points to their score board to lead 22-4. With ten minutes remaining Mt Albert looked destined for defeat, but a powerful and determined Lewis Afeaki stormed through the pack presenting an opportunity for standoff Anotnio Wulf to cross over the line. Halfback Emmanual Kelly converted to get up 10-22. It looked like the game was over, but in the final seconds of the match, Southern Cross hit back with one last try to claim a 28-10 victory at full-time. Southern Cross coach Rod Ratu said his side were better prepared for this week's game following their defeat against St Paul's last Wednesday. "After the long break - school holidays and what have you - it was hard for them to find their rhythm… last week's loss was a bit of a wake-up call," he said. "Today's performance is what's expected of them." "They've played consistently throughout the season and there's no reason we can't make this year's grand finale." Southern Cross 28 (Paea Fotu, Samuela Fisiitalia, Spencer Poimatagi, Samuela Lauhingoa, Nitoa Kairau tries; Samuel Nat x4 goals) Mt Albert Grammar 10 (Venuka Mausala, Anotnio Wulf tries; Emmanuel Kelly x1 goal). Meanwhile in the SAS College Rugby League Game of the Round (1 v 2) Kelston Boys' have advanced through to this year's premier championship grand final, edging past defending champions St Paul's College 10-4. Southern Cross's win coupled with St Paul's loss will see them go head-to-head in next week's major final. "It's always a tough game when we come up against Kelston," said St Paul's captain Daetyn Tanuvasa. "We've got another physical battle against Southern Cross next week… all we can do is keep our heads up and look at what we need to bring to next week's game. Kelston Boys' 10 (Joseph Onyeke, Anderson Mafi tries; Konrao Tu'ua x1 goal) St Paul's 4 (Matthew Palu x1 try). The SAS College Rugby League Game of the Round St Paul's v Southern Cross' will be streamed live next Wednesday August 9 on www.aucklandleague.co.nz from 4pm. In other games, Aorere took down Papatoetoe 20-4 to secure the fifth position in the premier championship final placings. Wesley College will play in this year's premier plate grand final following their win over Manurewa 16-10 yesterday. Manurewa will play Western Springs next Wednesday August 9 to see who will advance to play Wesley the week following. SAS College Rugby League results for Wednesday August 2
Premier Championship Kelston Boys 10 St Paul's 4 Southern Cross 28 Mt Albert Grammar 10 Aorere 20 Papatoetoe 4 Premier Plate Wesley 16 Manurewa 10 Western Springs 12 Westlake Boys 10 Avondale bye Senior A James Cook Puutake 12 Southern Cross 10 Pakuranga 20 Sir Edmund Hillary 16 Papakura 16 Lynfield 34 Selwyn v Aorere (Aorere default) Westlake Boys bye U/15 9-aside Avondale 22 Southern Cross 16 St Paul's 44 Sir Edmund Hillary 12 Aorere v Onehunga (Aorere default) Manurewa v Henderson TBA SAS College Rugby League semi-final fixtures SAS College Rugby League points tables New Zealand Rugby League have named their New Zealand Resident 18s and Taurahere wider squads for their September 23 match-up. The two sides will face off against each other in hopes of earning a spot in the New Zealand 18s team who will take on the Australian Schoolboys in late September. 2015 was the last time a NZ 18s fixture took place where the NZ Resident 18s were defeated by the Australian Schoolboys in both encounters. This year presents the first opportunity for players at 18s level to wear the black jersey. The selection for this team will include, not only the best of those residing in New Zealand (NZ Residents 18s), but also those New Zealanders currently playing in Australia (Taurahere) to create a New Zealand 18s side that represents the best of New Zealand. New Zealand 18s Head Coach Ezra Howe says the fixtures will further strengthen the NZRL pathways for youth wanting to reach the pinnacle of rugby league in New Zealand. “This is a great opportunity for the boys to put their best foot forward playing against Australia while enjoying being in an elite environment. “Players like James Fisher-Harris who was part of the Taurahere programme when it first started back in 2014, show that these pathways provide a good foundation to then go on and represent New Zealand at the highest level. “I know this fixture will see a good standard of football being played from both teams with many talented boys to take the field. “Being a part of these programmes is just as rewarding for the coaching staff as it is for the players so I am thankful to NZRL for this opportunity,” he says. Both sides will be cut down to 18-man squads by September 12 ahead of the fixture. New Zealand Resident 18s v Taurahere Auckland Saturday 23 September New Zealand Resident 18s wider squad: *last zone represented as per LeagueNet Akarana: Chanel Harris-Tevita, Elijah Sufia, Emanuel Gerard Tuimavave, Javvier Pitovao, Lewis Afeaki, Lewis Sio, Matt Timoko, Reagan Mclennan, Soane Hufanga, Starford Toa, Tyler Slade, Vito Tevaga; Auckland Development: Tutuki Kamana-Pou; Counties: Asu Kepaoa, Dredin Sorenson-McGee, Israel Ogden, Keanu Laumati-Paki; Mid Central: Awatere Kiwara, Wesley Veikoso; Northland: Paul Turner; Southern: Daniel Sakisi, Jordan Riki, Seth Tauamiti; Upper Central: Hayze Perham, Sheldon Rogers. Head Coach - Moehewa Armstrong Assistant Coach - Alan Ettles Manager - Ben Vaipaata Trainer - Marrin Haggie Physio - Ulima Tofi Taurahere wider squad
Brisbane Broncos: Dre Ngatui-Woe; Canberra Raiders: Sebastian Kris; Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs: Lauchlan Talau, Tommy Talau; Cronulla Sharks: Cruise Topai-Aveai; Gold Coast Titans: Moeaki Fotuaika, Darius Farmer, Jackson Paulo, Reihana Marsh; Manly Sea Eagles: Semisi Kioa, Zaane Weatherall, Keith Titums; Newcastle Knights: Will Finau; North Queensland Cowboys: Murray Taulagi, Sean Mullany, Peter Hola; Parramatta Eels: Haze Dunster, Joseph Taipari, Oregan Kaufusi, Vallance Harris, John Fonua, Tui Afuola; Penrith Panthers: Sean Blore; South Sydney Rabbitohs: Mawene Hiroti, Tyrone Taukamo; St. George Illawarra Dragons: Steven Marsters ; Sydney Roosters: Baylee Bentley-Hape. Head Coach - Rangi Hiroti Assistant Coach - Tim McIntyre Manager - Antony Bosley Trainer - Lee Paru Physio - David Close Originally Published on NZRL.co.nz New Zealand Rugby League have named their New Zealand Resident 16s side to take on the Maori Rugby League 17s later this month. The 18-strong squad will set out to follow in the footsteps of Steven Marsters and Chanel Harris-Tavita who were instrumental in the NZ Resident 16s team that last took to the field in 2014, both of whom went on to play for the Junior Kiwis. These players have been identified as the best talent at 16s level from across New Zealand. To watch the live stream of the game follow the @NZLeague Facebook page. NZ Resident 16s v NZ Maori 17s Rotorua, Puketewhero Park July 22 NZ Resident 16s team: Akarana: Christian Tuipulotu, Jyris Glaumuzina, Nathaneal Sasagi, Temple Kalepo, Jona Polota-Kopa, Junior Tuleisu; Counties: Aamon Dean, Brian Lealiifano, Diaz Taihia, Kaya Cuthers, Marco Talagi, Semisi Tapa, Xavier Stevens-Teo; Southern: Caius Fa’atili, Griffin Neame, Leroy Ferguson; Upper Central: Rayna Whakaari; Auckland Vulcans: Caleb Pese First Published on NZRL.co.nz St Paul's College continue to set the pace in the SAS College Rugby League premier division and sit atop the secondary schools competition ladder following their 22-4 win over Mt Albert Grammar School at Grey Lynn Park yesterday (Wednesday July 5, 2017). The defending champions have had a successful campaign so far, winning three of their four games played in the championship rounds with one draw against traditional foes, Kelston Boys (12 all). Mt Albert have had just one win in the championship division and sit fourth on the ladder behind Kelston and Southern Cross. It was a game fought largely in the middle of the park which took 12 minutes for points to be scored. A dart from close range gave St Paul's hooker Lewis Sio the opening try. Halfback Jaelin Murray converted to lead 6-0. Mt Albert displayed some gritty defence, but eventually the repeated sets wore them down allowing the home side to cross for another two to take an 18-0 lead at the break. Settling into the second half, all the momentum sat with St Paul's which saw second rower Christian Tuipulotu storm over for another. The kick went wide leaving it at 22-0. Finally holding onto the ball and making use of their edges, some simple passing out wide gave Mt Albert centre Kayal Iro the opportunity to score. An unsuccessful conversion left them trailing 4-22. With 10 minutes left on the clock there was still time to add to the board, but the wet and windy conditions left both sides unsettled with ball control leaving St Paul's to claim a 22-4 victory at full time. St Paul's College 22 (Mike Williams, Antonio Aufai, Lewis Sio, Christian Tuipulotu tries; Jaelin Murray x3 goals) Mt Albert 4 (Kayal Iro x1 tries) HT: 18-0. In other games, Kelston Boys took care of Papatoetoe 40-0. Avondale edged past Wesley 26-18 in the Plate division, while Papakura and Pakuranga had successful wins over Lynfield (16-6) and James Cook (22-10) in the Senior A grade. For fixtures and ladders click here. *Please note these are subject to entry by College Sport. Full Results Premier Championship St Paul's 22 Mt Albert 4 HT: 18-0 Kelston Boys 40 Papatoetoe 0 HT: 16-0 Southern Cross 30 Aorere 0 (by default) Premier Plate Western Springs 30 Manurewa 0 (by default) Avondale 26 Wesley 18 Westlake Boys bye Senior A Lynfield 6 Papakura 16 HT: 6-12 James Cook 10 Pakuranga 22 HT: 6-6 U15 9-aside Sir Edmund Hilalry 18 Avondale 24 HT: 4-12 St Paul's v Southern Cross TBA Manurewa v Aorere (default) Onehhunga v Henderson (default) 14/6/2017 NZRL Names U16 SquadThe 2017 New Zealand 16s wider squad to play the NZ Maori 17s next month was announced today. The team last played in 2014 against Samoa in what was a tightly contested match with the NZ Residents coming out on top with a 32 – 26 victory. The 2014 16s team featured 14 players who are now with NRL clubs including young talent Steve Marsters and Chanel Harris-Tavita who both went on to earn a spot in the Junior Kiwis this year. New Zealand Resident 16s Head Coach, Andrew Auimatagi says “I’m really excited about the talent we have named in the wider training squad for this representative season. “We have selected players from right across the country who have impressed us in the early stages of their playing careers and who will be working hard to ensure they are named in the final team to play the NZ Maori 17s in late July. “As it will be the first time for many wearing the New Zealand jersey, it is important for us (as staff) to teach the players about what it means to take those first steps on our representative pathway,” he says. The re-introduction of this anticipated match into the NZRL calendar is something New Zealand Rugby League’s National Talent Manager, David McMeeken believes will strengthen the pathways for young rugby league players. “The return of this fixture is a great opportunity for the boys with aspirations to play for their country – it also adds a lot of prestige to the occasion. “This game will be a challenging and competitive fixture as our NZ 16s gear up to face a strong NZ Maori 17s team, many of whom are also boys that have been through the NZRL pathways,” he says. The final squad of 18 will be named on 5 July to play in Rotorua at Puketewhero Park on July 22 against the NZ Maori 17s. 2017 New Zealand Resident 16s Wider Training Squad: Akarana: Christian Tuipulotu, Eteru Ropati, Jyris Glamuzina, Nathanael Sasagi, Temple-Olympia Kalepo, Tuinamo Tepulolo, Jona Palota-Kopa, Keanu Ratumairavuki, Junior Tuileisu; Counties: Aamon Dean, Brian Lealiifano, Diaz Tahia, Kaya Cuthers, Marco Talagi, Semisi Tapa, Xavier Stevens-Teo; Mid Central: Jamie Robertson; Northland: Kiarn Reihana-Ngatoki; Southern: Caius Faatili, Griffin Neame, Leroy Ferguson; Upper Central: Albert Talakai, Ceiza James, Rayna Whakaari; Auckland Vulcans: Caleb Pese, Sione Moala, Soaki Taufa; Wellington: Ilai Tuai, Wyatt So'otaga (NOTE: as per their last represented zone) 9/6/2017 Aorere Building in Auckland LeagueThe 2016 SAS College Rugby League runners up Wesley College have fallen short of securing a spot in the championship division of the secondary schools competition this year, kneeling 12-10 to Aorere in the final game of pool play on Wednesday June 7. With Kelston already through to the next round and Aorere sitting in second position of their pool, Wesley needed to win if they had any chance of making the championship rounds. Wesley dominated the early exchanges of the game. Camping deep in the oppositions territory, the home side stormed over for two tries to take a 10-4 lead at the break. But Aorere's response was perfect. Gaining plenty of early yardage in the second half, the visitors harassed the fading forwards to score and set up another lifting Aorere to 12 points. Wesley had the opportunity to score again, but Aorere repeatedly pinned their opponents frustrating them to fundamental errors. With the siren going in the background and only metres from their line, Wesley had one last chance to take the lead, but Aorere's patience and discipline couldn't be denied edging past Wesley 12-10 at fulltime. Aorere 12 (Falani Pokino, Xavier Stevens, JB Vave Bulu tries) Welsey 10 (Sam Havili, Taniela Prescott tries; Larenz Tupaea x1 goal). In other games, Kelston kept their undefeated streak to ensure top qualification from Pool B with a 30-10 victory over Papatoetoe. Mt Albert performed admirably against perennial heavyweights St Paul's staying in the contest for the full 50 minutes to win 10-8 in Pool A, while Westlake went down 32-8 to Southern Cross ending their hopes of championship progression. The premiership pools now split into Championship and Plate competitions (refer to attached draw for both divisions). Kelston, Aorere, Southern Cross, St Paul's, Papatoetoe and Mt Albert will play in the Championship grade while Manurewa, Wesley, Westlake, Avondale and Western Springs play for the Plate. For fixtures and ladders click here. *Please note these are subject to entry by College Sport. Full Results Premier Pools Premier Pool A St Paul’s 8 Mt Albert 10 HT: 4-6 Westlake Boys 8 Southern Cross 32 HT: 0-18 Avondale bye Premier Pool B Wesley 10 Aorere 12 HT: 10-4 Manurewa 30 Western Springs 0 (by default) Papatoetoe 10 Kelston Boys 30 HT: 0-30 Senior A Selwyn 16 Pakuranga 18 HT: 8-6 Aorere B 12 Sir Edmund Hillary 24 HT: TBA Southern Cross 24 Papakura 6 HT: TBA James Cook 22 Lynfield 14 HT: 10-6 Westlake Boys bye U15 9-aside St Paul’s 48 Aorere 18 Manurewa 56 Onehunga 14 Avondale 12 Southern Cross 56 Sir Edmund Hillary 36 Henderson 12 The 16s and 18s merit teams have been named from results at this month's NZRL National High Performance Camp at St Peter’s School in Cambridge. Players selected in these merit teams are rewarded for their stand-out performances at the National High Performance Camp trials last week. A high percentage of these players will make up the core of the NZ 16s and 18s teams to be selected later this year. Otahuhu’s Semisi Tapa was named 16s Best and Fairest Player after a solid defensive game and scoring in Team Kahu’s 48-16 win over Team Johnson in the first match, while Israel Ogden from Mangere East took home 18s Best and Fairest Player despite his team (Bromwich) losing to Team Blair 46-22 in the 18s match-up. "It's a massive accomplishment to be recognised as one of the best players in the country," says NZRL Talent Development Manager David McMeeken. "Hopefully, their selection, along with the lessons they take away from the camp, will provide these players with a stepping stone towards future international and professional careers. "At this level, whenever you step out on the field, there's always someone watching." The merit teams are: 18s:
NZRL National High Performance Camp Awards 2017: 18s Best & Fairest player – Israel Ogden (Counties) 16s Best & Fairest player – Semisi Tapa (Counties) Passion award – Brad Campbell (Southern) Courage award – Xavier Stevens-Teo (Counties) Leadership award – Christian Tuipulotu (Akarana) Respect award – Samuel Kamu (Akarana) Integrity award – Caius Faatili (Southern) Originally posted by NZRL
30/4/2017
Junior Kiwis ANZAC Test team namedJunior Kiwis Head Coach Nathan Cayless has named his team to take on the Junior Kangaroos in next week’s ANZAC Test in Canberra. Among the players selected for the May 5 Test is Chanel Harris-Tavita who was named 2016 NZRL 18s Player of the Year and 2016 Junior Warriors Rookie of the year. Harris-Tavita is one of twelve who will debut for the Junior Kiwis and also one of many who have come through the New Zealand Rugby League pathways and attended the annual National High Performance Camp. Cayless says he is confident the team has what it takes to be competitive against the Junior Kangaroos. Five players from last year’s Junior Kiwis squad return for the side this year including Isaiah Papali’i, Reimis Smith, Patrick Herbert, Greg Leleisiuao and Siosifa Talakai. Both Talakai and Papali’i have already made their first-grade NRL debuts, Talakai in 2016 for the Rabbitohs and Papali’i in the opening match of the 2017 season for the Warriors. 2017 Junior Kiwis ANZAC Test squad: Briton Nikora (debut) (Cronulla Sharks), Caleb Fuimaono (debut) (North Queensland Cowboys) Chanel Harris-Tavita (debut) (New Zealand Warriors), Dane Aukafolau (debut) (Paramatta Eels), Emry Pere (debut) (North Queensland Cowboys), Erin Clark (debut) (New Zealand Warriors), Fabien Puletua-Kiri (debut) (Canberra Raiders), Greg Leleisiuao (Paramatta Eels), Isaiah Papali'I (New Zealand Warriors), Jarome Luai (debut) (Penrith Panthers), Manase Fainu (debut) (Manly Warringah Sea Eagles), Moeaki Fotuaika (debut) (Gold Coast Titans), Patrick Herbert (St George Illawarra), Reimis Smith (Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs) Sione Katoa (debut) (Cronulla Sharks), Siosifa Talakai (South Sydney Rabbitohs), Sitili Tupouniua (Sydney Roosters), Steven Marsters (debut) (St George Illawarra). |
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