In the news this week: - Seconds' Grand Stand
- Hop On The Bus
- Mermaids Do Us Proud
- Colts On The Rise
- Cecils Steps Up
- Cec Follow-Up From the Editor :)
- Marlins Started The Rats Rot
- Presenting A Challenge
- Longer Season Draws Nearer
- Night Of Nights Reminder
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In the news this week: - Seconds' Grand Stand
- Hop On The Bus
- Mermaids Do Us Proud
- Colts On The Rise
- Cecils Steps Up
- Cec Follow-Up From the Editor :)
- Marlins Started The Rats Rot
- Presenting A Challenge
- Longer Season Draws Nearer
- Night Of Nights Reminder
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There was a strange air of confidence as our second grade team headed to the sheds at halftime in last week's elimination final against Gordon. We use the word "strange" because the Marlins were down 31-12 against a team that had twice beaten them during the regular season. What happened over the course of the next 40 minutes was just mind-blowingly stunning. The boys piled on six – yes SIX – unanswered tries to pull away to a 54-31 win, with the introduction of a number of bench players with extensive first grade experience helping lift the team. Wingers Dally Bird and Addison Hawke (pictured) scored three tries between them, halfback Ruan Du Plooy picked up a double and fullback Yool Yool kicked seven from eight conversions. The win sets up a grand final showdown against Easts at Leichhardt Oval on Saturday. "We were really confident at halftime that if we improved our accuracy we could fight our way back into it," co-coach Sam Lane told Fillets. "During the first half we just didn't execute as well as we could have in certain areas. "We conceded points twice straight off the kick off after scoring. They're a good side and if you give teams like that opportunities they’re going to make you pay. "The best thing is that we did that by not changing anything. We've really backed our systems and the boys can really light up when we are accurate and get through our work." It’s been a remarkable performance from Lane, co-coach Harry Bergelin and a very invested playing group – not to mention manager Simon Osborn and S & C guru Dave Kennett - just to get this far. Manly's position in the top six was only secured on the final day of the regular season and then we had to beat minor premiers Easts on their home patch to get through week one of the finals. The boys stunned the Beasts that day, winning 46-26, and have nothing to fear as we chase our first Colin Caird Shield triumph since 2014. Lane said: "We know it will be tough but we'll be up for it. If we can get our physicality and accuracy right, with a bit of luck it could be a really special day for us. "It would be great to see as many Manly fans there as possible. Fill the hill and get behind the boys. We'll need you to help get us through the tough times." Third grade unfortunately couldn’t make it a grand final double, going down to a powerful Randwick side in last Sunday's elimination final. |
There was a strange air of confidence as our second grade team headed to the sheds at halftime in last week's elimination final against Gordon. We use the word "strange" because the Marlins were down 31-12 against a team that had twice beaten them during the regular season. What happened over the course of the next 40 minutes was just mind-blowingly stunning. The boys piled on six – yes SIX – unanswered tries to pull away to a 54-31 win, with the introduction of a number of bench players with extensive first grade experience helping lift the team. Wingers Dally Bird and Addison Hawke (pictured) scored three tries between them, halfback Ruan Du Plooy picked up a double and fullback Yool Yool kicked seven from eight conversions. The win sets up a grand final showdown against Easts at Leichhardt Oval on Saturday. "We were really confident at halftime that if we improved our accuracy we could fight our way back into it," co-coach Sam Lane told Fillets. "During the first half we just didn't execute as well as we could have in certain areas. "We conceded points twice straight off the kick off after scoring. They're a good side and if you give teams like that opportunities they’re going to make you pay. "The best thing is that we did that by not changing anything. We've really backed our systems and the boys can really light up when we are accurate and get through our work." It’s been a remarkable performance from Lane, co-coach Harry Bergelin and a very invested playing group – not to mention manager Simon Osborn and S & C guru Dave Kennett - just to get this far. Manly's position in the top six was only secured on the final day of the regular season and then we had to beat minor premiers Easts on their home patch to get through week one of the finals. The boys stunned the Beasts that day, winning 46-26, and have nothing to fear as we chase our first Colin Caird Shield triumph since 2014. Lane said: "We know it will be tough but we'll be up for it. If we can get our physicality and accuracy right, with a bit of luck it could be a really special day for us. "It would be great to see as many Manly fans there as possible. Fill the hill and get behind the boys. We'll need you to help get us through the tough times." Third grade unfortunately couldn’t make it a grand final double, going down to a powerful Randwick side in last Sunday's elimination final. |
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A bus will depart opposite Manly Police Station at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday to transport fans to the second-grade grand final at Leichhardt Oval. $20 Cash or card is payable upon jumping on the bus. You can go ahead and pre-purchase your GF tickets below or pay at the gate. We'd love to see as many Marlins fans out there as possible to help drown out the huge support Easts, who are grand finalists in all four grades, will enjoy. IWannaTicket :: CHARTER HALL SHUTE SHIELD GRAND FINAL 2024 |
A bus will depart opposite Manly Police Station at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday to transport fans to the second-grade grand final at Leichhardt Oval. $20 Cash or card is payable upon jumping on the bus. You can go ahead and pre-purchase your GF tickets below or pay at the gate. We'd love to see as many Marlins fans out there as possible to help drown out the huge support Easts, who are grand finalists in all four grades, will enjoy. IWannaTicket :: CHARTER HALL SHUTE SHIELD GRAND FINAL 2024 |
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Beaten but not broken. That was the message from proud Mermaids coach Ben Tuipulotu after his side pushed powerhouse Sydney Uni all the way in last Saturday's Jack Scott Cup grand final. Playing the undefeated Students, boasting rep players across the park, on their home patch, our girls did us proud in the 45-24 loss. This was Manly's first appearance in a women's XV GF, coming just one year after resurrecting the side following a 20-year hiatus. We stunned Uni with the first try of the game through flanker Neti Kilisimasi, converted by sister Nata, to take a 7-0 lead after just two minutes. That stung the hosts into action and they replied with back-to-back tries. The points kept flowing from there, with the Mermaids more than matching Uni at the set piece despite the opposition's heavy number of state and national representatives. We trailed 39-24 with 12 minutes to go before Uni scored again to take the game out of reach. "No one gave us a chance up against a star-studded side full of Wallaroos and Waratah players," an emotional and proud Tuipulotu said. "The scoreline did not reflect how physical and brutal the game was and how close it really was. "I am so proud of the girls – they exceeded expectations. "To establish a XV's and make a grand final in our first year is exceptional." Ben paid credit to his coaching staff – assistant Meli Nakauta and forwards coaches Cal Parkinson and Holani Pohiva along with strength and conditioning coach Aliyah Helu and managers Susan Namua and Bruce Stevenson. Ben also deserves singling out for his devotion to the cause. He started from scratch last summer and expertly built a team capable of playing some exceptional rugby. His parting words for the year were: "We have the hunger to go one better in 2025. Up the Mermaids!" |
Beaten but not broken. That was the message from proud Mermaids coach Ben Tuipulotu after his side pushed powerhouse Sydney Uni all the way in last Saturday's Jack Scott Cup grand final. Playing the undefeated Students, boasting rep players across the park, on their home patch, our girls did us proud in the 45-24 loss. This was Manly's first appearance in a women's XV GF, coming just one year after resurrecting the side following a 20-year hiatus. We stunned Uni with the first try of the game through flanker Neti Kilisimasi, converted by sister Nata, to take a 7-0 lead after just two minutes. That stung the hosts into action and they replied with back-to-back tries. The points kept flowing from there, with the Mermaids more than matching Uni at the set piece despite the opposition's heavy number of state and national representatives. We trailed 39-24 with 12 minutes to go before Uni scored again to take the game out of reach. "No one gave us a chance up against a star-studded side full of Wallaroos and Waratah players," an emotional and proud Tuipulotu said. "The scoreline did not reflect how physical and brutal the game was and how close it really was. "I am so proud of the girls – they exceeded expectations. "To establish a XV's and make a grand final in our first year is exceptional." Ben paid credit to his coaching staff – assistant Meli Nakauta and forwards coaches Cal Parkinson and Holani Pohiva along with strength and conditioning coach Aliyah Helu and managers Susan Namua and Bruce Stevenson. Ben also deserves singling out for his devotion to the cause. He started from scratch last summer and expertly built a team capable of playing some exceptional rugby. His parting words for the year were: "We have the hunger to go one better in 2025. Up the Mermaids!" |
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Asked to describe the Colts' 2024 season in a few words, head coach Ed Morgan said: "Challenging yet rewarding." With the three teams racking up a 55 percent win-loss record, first and third grade finished sixth and played finals football while seconds placed one spot outside the play-offs. There were rep selections for Bill Smith and Kai Organ (Sydney U-18s), Tom Klem and Joe Dillon (NSW Waratah U-19s) and Shute Shield debuts for Dillon and Kai Vincent. Joe also made Australia's under-20s World Championship squad, debuting against Georgia. After only three Colts graduated to the grade ranks last season, more than 30 from this year's cohort are ready to make the jump in 2025. Those players remaining will be bolstered by an influx of new talent over the summer. Morgan said: "We've got an exciting group of Colts returning next year as well as recruitment prospects of the highest calibre. "We're looking forward to getting into pre-season in November to set and maintain a standard of elite performance through the 2025 season." |
Asked to describe the Colts' 2024 season in a few words, head coach Ed Morgan said: "Challenging yet rewarding." With the three teams racking up a 55 percent win-loss record, first and third grade finished sixth and played finals football while seconds placed one spot outside the play-offs. There were rep selections for Bill Smith and Kai Organ (Sydney U-18s), Tom Klem and Joe Dillon (NSW Waratah U-19s) and Shute Shield debuts for Dillon and Kai Vincent. Joe also made Australia's under-20s World Championship squad, debuting against Georgia. After only three Colts graduated to the grade ranks last season, more than 30 from this year's cohort are ready to make the jump in 2025. Those players remaining will be bolstered by an influx of new talent over the summer. Morgan said: "We've got an exciting group of Colts returning next year as well as recruitment prospects of the highest calibre. "We're looking forward to getting into pre-season in November to set and maintain a standard of elite performance through the 2025 season." |
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James Hilterbrand's season is over due to the injury but that hasn’t stopped his commitment to the Marlins cause. In fact, Cecil has stepped it up a notch. Two weeks ago our big English second-rower Iosefa Maloney-Fiaola suffered a dislocated knee in week one of the finals against Easts. For the next 10 hours, Cecil made sure the big fella (both pictured above) was as comfortable as could be, staying with him during the whole hospital process and beyond. The following day, hooker Aaron Blacklock suffered a bad injury playing thirds and Cecil was again on hand to assist in ensuring his old mate was well looked after. This is after running the water – and the line - for various grades while he deals with his own injuries and the disappointment of not finishing the season. Sam Lane, who has been around the club most of his life, said: "Cecil has the biggest heart. He is without doubt one of the great Marlin men of my time." We all salute you, Cecil. |
James Hilterbrand's season is over due to the injury but that hasn’t stopped his commitment to the Marlins cause. In fact, Cecil has stepped it up a notch. Two weeks ago our big English second-rower Iosefa Maloney-Fiaola suffered a dislocated knee in week one of the finals against Easts. For the next 10 hours, Cecil made sure the big fella (both pictured above) was as comfortable as could be, staying with him during the whole hospital process and beyond. The following day, hooker Aaron Blacklock suffered a bad injury playing thirds and Cecil was again on hand to assist in ensuring his old mate was well looked after. This is after running the water – and the line - for various grades while he deals with his own injuries and the disappointment of not finishing the season. Sam Lane, who has been around the club most of his life, said: "Cecil has the biggest heart. He is without doubt one of the great Marlin men of my time." We all salute you, Cecil. |
Cec Follow-Up From the Editor :) |
Cec Follow-Up From the Editor :) |
Baz the "Cut & paste" guy here. I can attest to Laney's comment regarding Cec being one of the great Marlin men in recent history. I worked with him when I was back at Harbord Harlequins Juniors as a gear steward, trying to get Paladin on board. Plus a few years ago, I had the chance to see him play for the USA Eagles in New York, and we had a quick catch-up after the game. I am still waiting for that US Eagles jersey he promised me. LOL... |
Baz the "Cut & paste" guy here. I can attest to Laney's comment regarding Cec being one of the great Marlin men in recent history. I worked with him when I was back at Harbord Harlequins Juniors as a gear steward, trying to get Paladin on board. Plus a few years ago, I had the chance to see him play for the USA Eagles in New York, and we had a quick catch-up after the game. I am still waiting for that US Eagles jersey he promised me. LOL... |
Marlins Started The Rats Rot |
Marlins Started The Rats Rot |
The Marlins can claim some of the credit for neighbour Warringah's late-season wobbles. In case you missed it, the Rats bowed out of the finals in straight sets after sitting in the top two all year. They were flying until we beat them 20-17 in the local derby in round 13. Leading into that game, they'd lost just once in 12 weeks. They were never quite the same after that, winning just three of their last eight games. We're already counting the days until the next local derby. |
The Marlins can claim some of the credit for neighbour Warringah's late-season wobbles. In case you missed it, the Rats bowed out of the finals in straight sets after sitting in the top two all year. They were flying until we beat them 20-17 in the local derby in round 13. Leading into that game, they'd lost just once in 12 weeks. They were never quite the same after that, winning just three of their last eight games. We're already counting the days until the next local derby. |
Talking of the Rats, it's interesting to see they have again moved onto our turf to hold their presentation night on the same date as ours. While we'll be honouring Manly rugby's finest at the Steyne on September 6, the Rats will be doling out their trophies 50m away at the nearby Manly Pacific. Things could get very interesting when the two camps meet up later in the evening. Book your tickets here |
Talking of the Rats, it's interesting to see they have again moved onto our turf to hold their presentation night on the same date as ours. While we'll be honouring Manly rugby's finest at the Steyne on September 6, the Rats will be doling out their trophies 50m away at the nearby Manly Pacific. Things could get very interesting when the two camps meet up later in the evening. Book your tickets here |
Longer Season Draws Nearer |
Longer Season Draws Nearer |
It seems our campaign to stretch the season out to a full 22 rounds is gaining momentum. Our spy in at the Sydney Rugby Union tells us a number of powerful club presidents want a full home and away draw in place from next year, not the current 18 rounds where all teams don’t play each other twice. "It will only take seven of the 12 presidents to vote for it and we will have a full home and away season from next year," our insider said. "It will give each club 11 home games instead of the current nine, increasing revenue, and make for a fairer competition all round." A change would mean a slightly earlier start to the season and a grand final in late September. |
It seems our campaign to stretch the season out to a full 22 rounds is gaining momentum. Our spy in at the Sydney Rugby Union tells us a number of powerful club presidents want a full home and away draw in place from next year, not the current 18 rounds where all teams don’t play each other twice. "It will only take seven of the 12 presidents to vote for it and we will have a full home and away season from next year," our insider said. "It will give each club 11 home games instead of the current nine, increasing revenue, and make for a fairer competition all round." A change would mean a slightly earlier start to the season and a grand final in late September. |
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