'Sleeping giant' at Woy Woy

The Peninsula is a "sleeping giant" for rugby union, according to newly appointed first grade coach Mr Tony Brosnan.

Season training has commenced for Woy Woy Rugby Union in the lead up to round one of competition on April 18.

"I have been involved with rugby on the Central Coast for a long time and I have had many sides who have played against the Lions over the years," Mr Brosnan said.

"I see a lot of talent here, but it has not been exploited appropriately.

"The Peninsula is a sleeping giant for rugby and we hope to wake it up to its potential.

"It is our goal to be highly competitive this season."

Seniors president Mr Richard Berntsen said the club will undergo a tough and skill-orientated training regime over the next couple of months.

"The boys are getting excited about the possibilities for the coming season," Mr Berntsen said.

"We will see a new coaching team, led by first grade coach Tony Brosnan and supported by multiple assistant coaches, as well as Steve Hopley the player coach for second grade, Stu Macdonald the player coach for third grade and Rob Boxle taking on the under 19's."

The Woy Woy Lions season launch will take place at the clubhouse behind Woy Woy Oval from 3.30pm on Saturday, March 7.

The event will feature live music, a lovo (cooking pit) organised by the local Fijian community group, games and prizes and a live screening of the Super 14 game.

Press release, 17 Feb 2009 Richard Berntsen, Woy Woy Rugby Union