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Razorbacks to meet Trojans in Grand Final

RUGBY The Ourimbah Razorbacks defeat the Avoca Beach Sharks by 32 points to 24 at Woy Woy Oval on Saturday (17 Sep) to advance to the 2022 Grand Final.

In an enthralling match played in warm, gusty conditions, the opening ten minutes was a very even affair.

Avoca Beach had the advantage of the breeze in the first half and took full advantage, opening the scoring with a converted try after only 3 minutes.

However, the Razorbacks were quick to respond and scored their first try soon after to make the score 7-5.

Avoca Beach then established a territorial advantage for the remainder of the first half, crossing again in the 33rd minute to go into half time leading 14 points to 5.

Ourimbah and Avoca Beach in action

The first ten minutes of the second half saw the Razorbacks regain the ascendency, scoring twice to take the lead 17 points to 14.

Avoca Beach replied with another try to snatch the lead back, before a Razorback penalty goal saw the match lead change once again, 20-19 to Ourimbah.

In the final 15 minutes of the match, the Razorback posted two more to secure victory.

Best players for the Razorbacks were lock James Mann, who was outstanding all game, prop Steven Finley, lock Josefa Biu, who crossed for 2 tries, and No.8 Rob Peden.

Avoca Beach were best served by flanker Fionn Henderson-Foley, halfback Mitch Mitch Magrath and No.8 Michael Hobden.

The win sees the Razorbacks progress to the Grand Final at Central Coast Stadium next Saturday where they meet Terrigal in what should prove a gripping Grand Final.

In the Premier 2 Preliminary Final, Terrigal recorded a good win defeating Avoca Beach by 26 points to 10 while The Lakes won the President’s Cup Preliminary Final defeating Terrigal White by 26 points to 17.

The Women’s 10’s Preliminary Final saw Terrigal prove too strong for Hornsby, running out winners by 36 points to 14.

Source: Match Report, 10 September CCRU President, Larry Thompson

Danckert and Waters named rugby players of the year

Adam Danckert with his multiple awards RUGBY Adam Danckert of Terrigal and Sharni Waters of Avoca Beach have been named Men’s and Women’s Player of the Year at the 2022 Central Coast Rugby Union awards.

As well as picking up the Syd Noble Medal as Player of the Year, Danckert was also named Highest Point Scorer, Rep Player of the Year and Referees Player of the Year.

Executive Officer of Central Coast Rugby Union, Kate Thomson, received the Terry Woodward Award for Services to Rugby in recognition of the huge amount of work she does for the code.

And the award named in her honour – the Kate Thomson Medal for Women’s Player of the Year – went to Sharni Waters of Avoca Beach.

Avoca Beach was also named Club of the Year, with Ryan Hazel of Warnervale being named the Peter Armstrong Club Person of the Year.

Michael Farrelly and Jonathan Bell of Terrigal took out the Coach of the Year award, with Terrigal taking the Club Championship award.

Highest Point Scorer in the Women’s 10’s was Sian George of Terrigal and Aaron Crofts was named Referee of the Year.

Seniors Best Back of the Year was Jake Hubbard and Best Forward of the Year was Rob Peden.

Awards for the Under 19’s were: Best and Fairest, Harry McWilliam; Best Back of the Year, Jimmy O’Connor; and Best Forward of the Year, Will Shipton.

Women 15’s award winners were: Rep Player of the Year, Hannah Stewart; Players’ Player, Emily Lufe; and Coaches’ Award, Canditah Brown

Source: Media release, Sep 20 Central Coast Rugby Union

Women’s Player of the Year, Sharni Waters of Avoca Beach

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Killarney Vale wins Black Diamond Men’s Cup

AFL Killarney Vale has taken out the grand final of the AFL Hunter Central Coast Black Diamond Men’s Cup, defeating Terrigal 11.5.71 to 8.10.58 at Adelaide St Oval on September 17.

Killarney Vale capitalised on the home ground advantage to seal the deal after finishing the season as Minor Premiers.

The game was the culmination of a full day of grand final action, played over two venues, as the 2022 season came to a close.

In the Black Diamond Women’s Cup, Newcastle emerged victorious over Killarney Vale 3.6.24 to 3.3.21 while the Women’s Black Diamond Plate resulted in a victory for Lake Macquarie 9.5.59 over Cardiff 5.8.38.

At Bateau Bay, Warners Bay took the Black Diamond Men’s Shield from Muswellbrook 8.12.60 to 7.4.46.

In the Black Diamond Men’s Plate, Nelsons Bay 9.5.59 was victorious over Newcastle City 5.8.38.

The weekend action followed a five-month season which saw game postponements and cancellations due to torrential rains impact grounds all over the Central Coast earlier in the year.

Grand final action between Killarney Vale and Terrigal

Source: Media release, Sep 20 AFL Hunter Central Coast

Silver Salties up and running at Ocean Beach

The Silver Salties meet twice a week at Ocean Beach The Silver Salties program is up and running at Ocean Beach.

A spokesperson said Silver Salties is all about having fun, fitness, and friendship for older Australians.

“It’s a participation program for older Australians aged 65+ promoting physical activity, social connections, and involvement in the surf lifesaving community,” the spokesperson said.

Managed by Surf Life Saving Australia, coordinated by State Centres and delivered by participating surf lifesaving clubs, the program includes popular active recreational pursuits, as well as traditional surf lifesaving activities.

“Ocean Beach SLSC began its first program Walk with us @ Ocean Beach in early September,” the spokesperson said.

“Our group meets at 8am two days a week.

“We enjoy walking along The Esplanade or on the beach.

“Each walk we have a topic of conversation with a fun quiz over coffee afterwards.” 6S Physio supports the program by providing guidance on stretching, mobilisation and balance exercises pre walk.

The warmer weather will see the start of some water-based activities.

If you would like to know more about the program contact Louise on 0431 573 191.