John I Dent Cup Club Stampede Round 1 2014 by Sam Irwin

Saturday 5th of April 2014 – ROUND 1 BROUGHT TO YOU BY BRUMBIES RUGBY

JOHN I DENT CUP MATCH OF THE ROUND Wests vs. Royals 3:15pm Kick Off – Jamison Oval

Easts v Tuggeranong - Griffith Oval, 3:05pm Gungahlin v Uni-Norths - Gungahlin Enclosed Oval, 3:15pm Queanbeyan – Bye

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John I Dent Cup Preview: Round 1 Saturday, 5th April 2014 The much anticipated 2014 season kicks of today with some outstanding matches taking place. This season will be contested over 14 rounds before the finals series in light of the newly introduced National Rugby Championships. Teams can’t afford to have slumps in their season this year, and early competition points will rd be vital in securing finals spots. Tuggeranong Viking completed their 3 premiership in a row defeating Royals 28-21 in a match that had everything a grad final could ask for.

Match of the Round:

Wests (4th) v Royals (Runners Up), Jamison Oval First Grade: 3:15pm, Reserve Grade: 1:50pm, Colts: 12:25pm

Our first Skins Match of the Round is between two competitions heavy weights that featured in last year’s final series. Wests and Royals recently had a very tightly contested pre season match between each other so we can expect the same today. Wests have been working hard during the pre-season on fitness and skills. Looking to take the errors out of their game from last year and be more consistent. The Lions will be looking for big involvements from the players that have been a part of the ACT XV program. Wests have a number of players returning this year, while new key players Charlie Luteru and Uelese Uelese will look to make their mark in the competition. Royals will be looking to carry forward after a solid year with all teams making the finals in 2013. The club will again have a blend of youth and experience in the senior squad and have a number of new players featuring. Last year’s runners up have had a number of trial games, while 35 players from the club have just returned from a club rugby tour to Europe. Injuries to front rowers Joel Pender and Jay Cash will be a big loss, but Coach Russell Ingram is confident Brian Kaio & Anthony Chan can fill those roles. The last time these two teams played: Round 14, 2013 (Royals 42 def Wests 21)

Gungahlin (5th) v Uni-Norths (7th), Gungahlin Enclosed Oval, Gungahlin First Grade: 3.15pm, Reserve Grade: 1.50pm, Colts: 12.25pm

This match will be played at the new Gungahlin Enclosed Oval which is a state of the art oval complex. Gungahlin will play 2 of their home games there this year in round 1 and round 12. The 2014 season for the Eagles is an important year as we look to improve from last year’s performance. Gungahlin have had a sound build up to round 1 with trials against Queanbeyan, Wests and Uni-Norths. The club also has had a number of players in the ACT XV program playing games against the Brumbies and Pacific Nations Cup and will be looking upon them to lead from the front. This season will see Uni Norths continuing its rebuilding efforts, with a strong and renewed focus at the Colts level. The offseason has brought about modest gains in recruitment and, having completed a rigorous preseason program, the foundations are now being set for a new and improved performance for the club in season 2014. New players Scot Meakins, Cuan Hablutzel, Taylor Bunting and Wily Fine will turn out for the club for the first time, while Captain Bhiamie Williamson returns after an injury plagued 2013. The last time these two teams played: Round 16, 2013 (Gungahlin 45 def Uni-Norths 5

Easts (6th) v Tuggeranong (Premiers), Griffith Oval, Griffith First Grade: 3.05pm, Reserve Grade: 1.40pm, Colts: 12.15pm

Easts are looking to improve on their results from 2013 having started training in November and have taken part in three trial games. All players have worked hard during the preseason in preparation for this match. Easts have been strong in recruitment, focusing on colts and will also expect key senior players Matt Giugni, Jono Naoupu, Fabian Tago and Joe Shirely to step up this year. Tuggeranong have had a number of 2013 senior players retiring and moving onto further opportunities, 2014 represents an opportunity for a large number of graduating Vikings Academy players to play a significant role in the coming season. Tuggeranong have worked extremely hard throughout the off and preseason and are excited and determined to defend their title. Vikings will have 7 players starting today that played in the grand final last year. The last time these two teams played: Round 17, 2013 (Tuggeranong 64 def Easts 21)

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“SKINS MATCH OF THE ROUND” WESTS V ROYALS SATURDAY 5TH APRIL, 2014 JAMISON OVAL KICK OFF – 3:15PM REFEREE – Scott Izod

WESTS Maroon & Sky Blue Sioeli Latu Matt Carl Elliott Ben Coutts Dave McKern Alex Giucci Matt Ryan Gareth Bautz Uelese Uelese Peter Raines Simon Uphill Gareth Watts Charlie Luteru Junior Luteru Drew Southwell Angus McKerchar

ROYALS Royal Blue & White 1. L/H Prop Brian Kiao Michael Andrew-Copsy 2. Hooker Anthony Chan 3. T/H Prop Ben Leaper 4. Lock Tom Staniforth 5. Lock 6. BL/S Flanker Soakai Tai 7. OP/S Flanker Brendan Woodward Steve Sioni 8. Number 8 9. Scrum Half Pedro Rolando Harumichi Tatekawa 10. Fly Half Chris Russell 11. Left Wing 12. I/S Centre Sekope Meke 13. O/S Centre Tim Cornforth 14. Right Wing Liam Slater Ben Johnston 15. Fullback Russel Ingram

Craig Robberds

Coach

Matt Sutherland

Assistant

Joe Kolokihakaufisi

Trevor Ellis

Manager

Chris Beath

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WESTS v ROYALS 5th April, 2014 JAMISON OVAL

Reserve Grade: REFEREE:

1:50PM Rohan Nishantha

Wests Joel Malouf Matt Pankhurst Ash McGeown Tobi Huho Charlie Eichholzer Dan Killick-Moran Fergus Pieklans Sitauti Mailei Ben Bidencope Luke Morrison Dean Higham Andrew Parsons Alex McNamara Ben Sione

Colts Grade: REFEREE:

Royals

12:25PM Owen Keane

Wests

Feleti Kaihea Nathan Reagan Faalelai Sione Nath Selwood Connor McGovern Jon Andrew-Copsy Ed Larkin Tyson Tamihere Nick Tankey Jamie Bodman Tim Johnson Ed Hallisey Ed Lagalli Tom Pritchard

Hugo McDermott Aaron Malouf Nick Rodriguez Eugene Rebsdorf Ben Abbott Hayden Scott Brock Budworth Mitch Tye Michael Irvine Ashley Meek Miles Olleva Mark Best Mark Rousell Nathan Koeing

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

Percy McCrone Jason Swain

Royals Conor Turner Will Dodds Peni Nifo Loia Fotu Hugh Cowan Mark Wilson Dean Paragalli Justin Holliday Brenton Acreman Bryce Gibson Jacob Corkhill Harry Burey Luke Macreath Gavin Allen

Dion Amosa Otto Wrakonei

Luke Roberts Matt Weaver

Coach

Graeme Cook Terry Kinnane

Assistant

Tony Scott Luke Fisher

Manager

Dave Carter Tom Beinke Matt Crowe Ron Meek

Matt Shevlin

MATCH PREVIEW Round 1 we have a replay of last year’s 2 nd grade minor semi final in which Wests easily dispatched of Royals 30-5. However a new season is upon us and both teams will be looking to secure competition points early.

Like 2nd grade, Wests and Royals also faced off in last year’s minor semi final with Wests again taking the bragging rights winning 24-17. With a lot of new players in both teams, this game will be one to watch.

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WESTS v ROYALS 5th April, 2014 JAMISON OVAL

Third Grade: REFEREE:

11:05AM Ben Reedy

Wests Rikki Lloyd Douglas Kim Mark Rowbotham Keenan Troth Jack Ryan Oscar Wright Liam Bacon Adam Gow Tony Born Jack Ellis-Flint Anau Takiari James Faaeteete Matt Jones Jeremy Sefo Ryan Marias

Fourth Grade: REFEREE:

Royals

Wests

Pat Beck Kurt Shmylo

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

Luke Fisher Tom McGregor Jake Bindley John MacPherson Dan Woodward David Boyle Matt Bramhall Nathan Lalliard Solu Feleu Jacob Paton Brendan Russell Bobby Dalton Michael Harrison

John Ryan Mick Burrows Jeff Southwell Richard Wyche Mike Jensen

Chris Rigter Adrian Webb Chris Curran Brad Burgess Alex Wilson Fred Hess Andy O’Brien Simon Moyle Gareth Hutchinson Rod Palmer Ewan Colloff David Bensley Simon Trewin Phil Milne

9:45AM Charl Chromhout Royals Joel Britten Jim Taylor

Lachie Smith Mick Crossman Tom Rebetzke Tim McMahon Jacob Mann Jaryd Pianca Zac Elliott Vaughan Welch Billy Ogutu Tony McGrath Luke Colquhoun Fiama Manu Ritchie Burton Eugene Haigh

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MATCH PREVIEW Wests will be looking to bounce back this year after a disappointing 2013 where they didn’t make the finals. Whereas Royals on the other hand will take some confidence out of making last year’s finals series. Traditional these matches are very close, so expect a grand stand finish.

Wests 4th Grade also missed out on the finals last year, after winning the competition in 2012. Wests have stuck with the same coaching staff as last year and will continue to build a strong team. Royals though, fresh from their overseas tour and finishing 3rd last year know what is required if they are to make the finals again in 2014.

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GUNGAHLIN V UNI-NORTHS 5th APRIL, 2014 GUNGAHLIN ENCLOSED OVAL KICK OFF – 3:15PM REFEREE – Brett Bowden

GUNGAHLIN Black & Red Sione Taufui Alex Small Pato Noriega

UNI-NORTH Navy, Yellow & Green Scott Meakins Cuan Hablutzel Allan Alaalatoa

Andrew Barrell Matt Hawke

POSITION 1. L/H Prop 2. Hooker 3. T/H Prop 4. Lock 5. Lock 6. BL/S Flanker 7. OP/S Flanker 8. Number 8 9. Scrum Half 10. Fly Half 11. Left Wing 12. I/S Centre 13. O/S Centre 14. Right Wing 15. Fullback

Owen Finegan

Coach

Adam Connelly

Assistant

Anthony Hayes / Dave Purser

Glenn Davis

Manager

Deon Norval

Will Yeo Sam O’Leary Xavier Duffy Mesu Dolokoto Ratikha Ilolahia Sean Connachie Lionel Cronje Christiaan Smit Paulo Mitchell Connolly

Joe Ritchie Richard Taumoepeau David Bennett Taylor Bunting Bhiamie Williamson (C) Edan Campbell-O’Brien Tom Gilmore Wily Fine Samuel Irwin (VC) Andrew Garvey Phillip Ferreira Jackson Te Huki Joe Hedger

MATCH FACT This match is the first time the Gungahlin Eagles play at the new Gungahlin Enclosed Oval. This match will be one of two matches Gungahlin play here in 2014. The ground is equipped with 4 change rooms, functions room, two coaching boxes, media filming box and a huge covered grandstand

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GUNGAHLIN v UNI-NORTHS 5th April, 2014 GUNGAHLIN ENCLOSED OVAL

Reserve Grade: REFEREE:

1:50PM James Morris

Gungahlin

Colts Grade: REFEREE:

Uni-Norths

Gungahlin

Josh Collins Sam Rolfe Max Cusack Peter Curlewis Angus Judd Stee Tiko Tom Mulquiney Reuben Heagney Brett Nicholas Phil Webb Dan O’Brien John Ramanu Simon Howard Will Mendham Jordan Fulivai Royce Bua

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

Tim Davis Glenn Croker

Coach

Leigh Hancock Iveni Tuitupo Liam McGrath Tom O’Sullivan Joshua Bowles Leka Hakaumotu Will Campbell Christian Baseler Anthony Dawes Dan Mannix James Lovell Luke Duffey Daniel Griffin Ryan Goodall

Dean Zorzi Ethan Jones Lachlan Staib Stephen Ivory Andrew Anderson Daniel McGaw Jay Humble Calum Murphy Josh Brugman Dan Garner Adam rummery James Rumble Nat Rizzo Rhys Burns

12:25PM Robin Peterson Uni-Norths Isileli Fa Ed Garraway Max Bode Seamus Leyland Callum Richardson Lachlan Watt Matt Bautz Tom Harding Seth Stoltenberg Chris Hodgson Aaron Coleman Justin Dinopolous Alec Jones Tom Lomax

James Martin Jordan Thompson

Tyrone Anderson

Assistant

Graham Johnson

Manager

Peter O’Neill Dan Hooper Andrew Flemming Sam Ralph Scott Davidson Kaitlyn Rhian

MATCH PREVIEW Both Gungahlin and the Owls missed out last season, but will be focused and ready to start the new season with the goal of finals. The Eagles got the better of the owls last year in both games, but in the first round of the competition its any ones game.

Last Saturday Gungahlin and Uni played each other a trial match and both teams were evenly matched. With a lot a new faces to both clubs, we can expect both teams to come out firing and looking to secure a win.

GUNGAHLIN v UNI-NORTHS 5th April, 2014 GUNGAHLIN ENCLOSED OVAL

Third Grade: REFEREE:

11:05AM Scott Snell

Gungahlin

Fourth Grade: REFEREE:

Uni-Norths

Gungahlin

Sam D-Quino TBC Luke D’Quino Robert Lee Jake Smith Dave Darcy Josh Frazer James Douglas Paul Crowe © Tom Hennessey Sam Cameron Ben McDonald Craig McKillop Chris Mayer Haidn Ward Angus Forsyth

Patt Duff Ben Lyons James Campbell James Gaukroger Phil Hammond Luke Zorzi Brendon Pye Derek Leefe Toby Newton-McGee Stephan Tuionetoa Andy Mahl Tom Hyland Seva Rokotavaga James Gregory

Greg Ward Rob Krauss

9:45AM Rob Boyes

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

Alex Tanzer Chris Powell Connor Geikie James Kane Max Culen Edwin Hay Andrew Durham Greg Newham Jye Connachie Matt Power Josh Slark Jack Gieke Andrew Fraser Matt Shakeshaft

Uni-Norths Lachie Fryer Matt Holloway © Laurie Walker Mike Parks Sam Oilgvie Nick Jones Lewis Street Charles Fairfield-Smith

Alex Sumpter Sean Bedford Rob Sroczynski John Brennen Tom Perry Angus Forsyth Connor Lyenham Andrew West

15 Coach

Shannon Pye

Assistant

Des Fooks

Manager

Mick Ward

Mitch Perry

MATCH PREVIEW Gungahlin 3rds had an outstanding back end to last year going always to the Grand Final, but on the day went down fighting to the undefeated Queanbeyan side. The Eagles 3rd Grade we’re the only Gungahlin side to feature in the final series. The Owls though had a disappointing 2013 season winning only 1 game, but are confident they can turn that around this year.

Gungahlin 4th grade struggled last year, but will be ready to go for today’s match as it is the first match to be played on the new oval. For the Owls this season is a great opportunity to start a fresh and push forward after last year’s poor effort. Both clubs will be relying on senior players that have been in the lower grades for a number of years now.

EASTS V TUGGERANONG 5th APRIL, 2014 GRIFFITH OVAL

KICK OFF – 3:05PM REFEREE – Sarah Corrigan

EASTS Blue, Red and White Danny Pauhlu James Curl Daniel Messenger Sam Shirley Joe Shirley Peni Liko Jason Brown Jonno Naoupu (c) Ryne Bowden Darcy Eason GP Pretorius Matthew Giugni Jason Tomane Semisi Rogoyawa Marcus Laudenbach Jeremy Osborne

Tony Radcliffe/Nick McKaskie

TUGGERANONG POSITION Red and White 1. L/H Prop Fin Simpson 2. Hooker Rob Gillespie 3. T/H Prop JP Pradaud 4. Lock Gareth Clouston 5. Lock James Foster 6. BL/S Flanker Dean Oakman Hunt 7. OP/S Flanker Rowan Perry Tim Cree (C) 8. Number 8 9. Scrum Half Joe Powell 10. Fly Half Isaac Thompson 11. Left Wing Jerome Niumata 12. I/S Centre Rodney Iona 13. O/S Centre Ernest Suavai 14. Right Wing Andrew Robinson 15. Fullback Andrew Dickson Coach

Brad Harris

Assistant

Bryce McNicol

Manager

Greg Hayes

MATCH FACT Easts will be looking to secure their first win against Tuggeranong in 1st grade since 2008. It was in Round 14 of that year Easts dismantled Vikings 57-10.

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EASTS v TUGGERANONG 5th April, 2014 GRIFFITH OVAL

Reserve Grade: REFEREE:

1:40PM Ben Nelson

Easts Roberto Donaldson Ted Goener James Douglas Angus Pagett Nick Spokes Tom Pilkinton George Cross Ieti tagi Lachlan Glenn Troy Stirling Simon Webber Fabian Tago Reza Almasi Kolton Nelson

Colts Grade: REFEREE:

Tuggeranong

Easts

Matt Wafer Tyron Jones Ryan Slater Pete Henry Siope Naeta Michael Oakman Hunt Kerry McInerney Atino Vaihu Matt Joyes James Rewi Wetini John Tietzmann Michael Barnetson David Wellington Nic Murray

Ross Forsyth Tom Blencowe Dan Kolek Brendan Allardyce Sally Girvan Paul Simonsson Brian McBride Nick Wong

12:15PM Reece Henshaw Tuggeranong

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

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TBA Joe Langtry

Coach

Brad Hunter Connal McInerney Tyrel Lomax Daniel Blackmore Callum Smith Jordan Place James Kazias Tyler Harris Blake Henman (C) Grant Knight Elliot North Chris Wellington Ati Lalofau Jack Worman Ryan Roberts

Assistant

Lee Boswell

Manager

Brett Irwin

We welcome Easts colts back into the competition since 2011 and they have a huge test in front of them taking on 2013 runners up Tuggeranong. Both clubs have put a big focus on colts this year and will be looking for results early.

EASTS v TUGGERANONG 5th April, 2014 GRIFFITH OVAL

Third Grade: REFEREE:

12:15PM Mitchell Tummers

Easts K. Vakasiuola B Jones A. Cassidy J Miller M Brown J Cousins/S Gillete Andrew Tozer © A Edwards/E Fallon J. Cannon M Fallon M. Khandoung/K Gabriel

J Loulatang D Fallon/S Van Meurs S. Sanouka

Fourth Grade: REFEREE:

Tuggeranong

Easts

A Bower D Peterson G Fatiaki J Cartwright A O’Grady J Plowman T Tuivaita T MacArthur B Mokotupu C Brigante S Niovanni J Tupai L Lealiifano R Banks

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

J Duggan/M Bowden A Gowen Duncan Fallon Duane Petersen Steve Scott James Rewi Wetini Doug Ivill

10:55AM Rob Nelson Tuggeranong

J. Chikarov A. Brancher K Williams/I. Palihame T Phelan N Stores T Beaver I Madrid M Blundell J O’Callaghan B. Tuita L Torres/P Dimon J. Van Der Linden A Griffith/L Torres

T Carney J McHugh S Tuita C Green G Fakalolo S Pitelli H McDonnell M Smith G Sinclair T Garrett B Kessey S Arnold M Vincent N. Haralambous/T Wilcocks T O’Brien

C Spark J Knights

Coach

DJ Johnson Grant Lukins

Assistant

Sioni Ashivi Gavin Sinclair

Manager

Tom Malau Peter Chapman

MATCH PREVIEW Easts 3rds will be out to cause an upset in round 1 as they take on Tuggeranong who finished 3 rd last year. Tuggeranong had there opportunities last year, bowing out in the preliminary, but will looking to go all the way this year.

Easts 4th Grade were a surprise last year making it to the minor semi final, losing to Tuggeranong in a hard fought match. While disappointed, Easts can build from that for this year. Vikings on the other hand came from 4th on the ladder to be declared joint champions with Queanbeyan and will be pushing to go back to back in 2014.

2014 John I Dent Cup Season Launch The 2014 John I Dent Cup Season Launch took place on Monday 31st March 2014 at The RUC in Barton. With well over 60 people attending the launch welcomed all and stated his excitement for the Club Rugby Season to get under way. The Brumbies contracted players will again be turning out for their respective clubs after a very impressive 2013 season. The Implementation of these players to club sides has done wonders for the competition, clubs and the community and will only improve in 2014. MC Elliot Woods spoke to all 7 Premier Clubs Representatives about the 2014 season and how clubs are looking. The common theme expressed by all was they were aiming for a finals spots, player fitness and they were very confident in all their playersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; abilities. This season is looking to be very evenly contested across the whole competition with all clubs recruitment and retention being very positive. It will also be very important to get off to a good start as the competition is now being played over 14 rounds. There have been no changes made to 1st grade coaches this year, given coaches a further opportunity to take their clubs in the right direction. On behalf of Brumbies Rugby we would like to thank The RUC for hosting the Season Launch for 2014 in such fine fashion.

Tuggeranong Captain Tim Cree holding the John I dent Cup as the reaming club look on. L-R Michael Smith (Wests), Matt Hawke (Gungahlin) Dan Penca (Queanbeyan) Tim Cree (Tuggeranong), Ryne Bowden (Easts), Bhiamie Williamson (Uni-Norths) Joel Penders (Royals)

2013 FINALS SERIES RESULTS 2013 Grand Final Results Premier 1st Grade: Tuggeranong 28 def Royals 21 Premier 2nd Grade: Queanbeyan 29 def Tuggeranong 13 Premier Colts: Tuggeranong 41 def Queanbeyan 8 Premier 3rd Grade: Queanbeyan 32 def Gungahlin 24 Premier 4th Grade: Queanbeyan 8 drew with Tuggeranong 8 First Division 1st Grade: Yass 22 def Goulburn 9 First Division 2nd Grade: Goulburn 22 def Cooma 12 Second Division: Jindabyne 29 def Taralga 19 Women’s Division: Queanbeyan 53 def Uni-norths 29 2013 Club Awards Women’s: Premiership – Queanbeyan Second Division: Premiership - Jindabyne First Division 2nd Grade: Premiership - Goulburn First Division 1st Grade: Premiership - ADFA Premier Division 4th Grade - Queanbeyan Premier Division 3rd Grade – Queanbeyan Premier Division Colts: Premiership – Queanbeyan Premier Division 2nd Grade: Premiership - Queanbeyan Premier Division 1st Grade: Premiership – Tuggeranong Monaro Club Championship – Goulburn Club Championship: The Turner Cup – Queanbeyan

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CONGRATULATIONS to TIM CREE

Tim was awarded the Bob Smethills Trophy and named ‘SKINS Man of the Match’ for his outstanding performance is last year’s John I Dent Cup Grand Final.

MONARO 1st DIVISION & WOMEN’S COMPETITION FIRST DIVISION: ROUND 1 The Monaro 1st Division gets under way this weekend after a long off season. Club have been vigorously training and getting their teams up to speed which was evident in those who participated in last weekend’s Monaro Pre Season Carnival. We had all 6 1st division clubs take part in the carnival giving them one final hit out and opportunity to fine tune their game plans for round 1. Goulburn were the dominating team easily defeating Yass and Cooma, while the surprise was RMC, who defeated hall and Yass.

WOMEN’S DIVISION – Pre Season 7’s

Round 1 match of the round will be RMC v Cooma at RMC. Both teams will take in a lot of confidence from there trial form and will be looking to get valuable points early in the 15 round competition.

The Women’s 15’s competition will begin on the 10th of May in which they will play 4 home and 4 away matches with 2 club byes. The competition is aligned with the men’s Premier Division and will finish with the Grand Final on the 9th August.

ADFA will host Goulburn who could be touted as early season favourites after finishing 1st grade runners up and 2nd Grade Champions in 2013. ADFA though have lost a number of players from lasts years’ 1st Grade minor premiership side and will be looking to rebuild.

Saturday 5th April 7’s Draw

The final game Yass and Hall at Yass will be another tough battle between these clubs. Yass are the defending champions and know that everyone will want to knock them off. Hall though who had a disappointing season will be looking to send a message to the competition with an early victory.

Goulburn in action last year against ADFA in the Major Semi Final

The girls kick start there preparation for the 2014 season with at 7’s carnival at RMC. We welcome RMC into the 7’s competition this year before they form with ADFA in the 15’s competition. All clubs will be participating in the 7’s on Saturday, before next week going to Uni-Norths for another round of 7’s and finishing their pre season carnival with 10’s at Queanbeyan on the 3rd of May.

Field 1 – Portsea Oval

Time

Field 2 – Kapyong Oval

RMC v ADFA

10:00am

Uni v Royals

Jindabyne v QBN

10:20am

NO GAME

RMC v Royals

10:40am

NO GAME

Jindabyne v ADFA Break RMC v Jindabyne

11:00am

Uni v QBN

11:20am

Break

11:40am

Royals v QBN

ADFA v Uni

12:00pm

NO GAME

RMC v QBN

12:20pm

NO GAME

Jindabyne v Uni

12:40pm

Royals v ADFA

Finished

1:00pm

Finished

John I Dent Cup Photos 2013 Grand Final and 2014 Trials

NEXT FIXTURES Saturday 12th April PREMIER DIVISION Round 2 Easts Royals Uni-Norths Wests

v v v v

Gungahlin Queanbeyan Tuggeranong Bye

Griffith Phillip ANU North

FIRST DIVISION Round 2 Hall Cooma RMC

v v v

Goulburn Yass ADFA

Hall Cooma RMC*

*To be rescheduled WOMEN’S DIVISION Pre Season 7’s Carnival @ Uni-Norths