Barraba Junior Rugby Union Gala Day
Barraba Junior Rugby Union Club Gala Day
Barraba hosted the Central North Junior Rugby Union Gala Day last Sunday 21st August, which saw 35 teams go head to head in the weekly competition.
A big thank you to Inverell for joining us to give Barraba under 12s a team which proved very strong, coming away with two wins against Gunnedah and Scone. Macey Cabot and Matty Turnbull were very strong around the ruck, while Mr Versatility, Cody Simpson, was outstanding in defence along with Lily Marshall. In attack, the Turner’s, Miley and Luke were very good with the ball in hand setting up well for our two zippy wingers, Hamish Mason and Chace Hannaford to finish off well. Well done gang.
– Jarrod Hannaford & Adam Cabot.
Our under 10s teamed up with Inverell this time around and played some great Rugby and showed fantastic sportsmanship throughout the day. The boys displayed great tackling and clean out technique which they have been working on during training sessions. The boys became keener and more confident in the rucks as the day went on and proved to be a force as they gained some momentum when they had ball possession. Hugh Crowley displayed his speed off the ruck and Jock Cabot was strong in the clean outs. Declan Watkins added some extra force in the front row and Arley Crowley proved himself in defence with some great tackles. Lachlan Hands secured his first try of the season along with making an impact with Thomas Gadd in the line outs and the scrums getting the team on the front foot. We are excited to see how under 10s progress next season with some very promising young rugby players. As coaches, we are very proud of our boys and look forward to coaching them next year.
– Ben Crowley & Ben Hands.
Under 8s are the only BJRUC team that is able to field a full side has deemed to be a force to be reckoned with within the Central North Competition. Throughout the day, the under 8s played some of the toughest teams, however, this didn’t stop this little team to step up to their reputation. Cooper Hartwig displayed his defence skills by reading the game well and stopping multiple tries. Angus Crowley and Oscar Cabot teamed up and were strong in their clean outs and attacking. Fletcher Turner didn’t let his height get in the way of making some great tackles and clean outs along with scoring many tries. Billy Randall & Jax Mallise used their size to create defensive plays making an impact to getting the team in front. Myla Brown and Christina Eddington are becoming more confident in their attack and defence. Our new comers Henry Turnbull and Chase Knight have slotted into the team well gaining possession of the ball and making some good runs off the ruck. Isaac Gadd added extra force into the rucks and defensive play ensuring the under 8s came away on top for the day.
– Adam Crowley & Trent Randall.
The committee also used this opportunity to raise funds for two significant charities for the Barraba community, Ruby Mae Foundation and Westpac Helicopter service. We are proud to announce that through donations from all of the clubs within the Central North Junior Rugby Competition and individual donations we were able to raise $5541.00 for the Ruby Mae Foundation and the Westpac Helicopter Service.
We would like to thank everyone who kindly donated and wore purple (Ruby’s favourite colour) to our Gala Day, and we look forward to hosting the event again next year. Thank you also goes out to the help of Barraba Rugby Union Club players for kindly volunteering to help referee and organise the under 6s skills and drills session.
Finally, we would also like to thank the members of Barraba Junior Rugby Club for your time in helping set up the carnival and for your time on either the canteen, BBQ or lolly tent. Without your help this event would not have been as successful as it was.
Barraba Junior Rugby Club Committee
