Roosters sign new players

Woy Woy Roosters have already started preparing for the coming season by signing a number of important players, according to club secretary Mr Peter Read.

Mr Read said following the "popular appointment" of first grade coach Les Lowe, the club has begun formulating a senior squad with its first signing in this year's captain coach Jade Mason.

While surprising many with his decision, Mason said it was simply a matter of going out on the right note.

"There's no way I could finish playing for the Club with a season like that," Mason said. The imminent arrival of some experienced players to the club also helped the future Rooster's life member's decision a little easier.

"We struggled a bit in different areas last year and I was learning on the job as a coach, so it will be nice just to get out there and play next year," Mason said.

While negotiations continue with the bulk of this year's Roosters squad, along with some new faces to the club, Woy Woy has announced Ourimbah prop forward Mick Maryska, Erina's goal kicking centre Matt Riddle and young Ourimbah back rower Jake Morris as its first new signings for next year's season.

"The club is also pleased to see the return of hooker Chris Hyde who last played for the Roosters in 2008 and missed all of this year due to a broken kneecap," Mr Read said.

"Both Maryska and Morris are Woy Woy Juniors returning to the club.

"Mick has played at first grade level on the Coast with Umina and Ourimbah for many years, is the brother of Roosters legend Dave Maryska and brings a wealth of experience with him.

"Jake Morris has played SG Ball Cup with Manly and first grade with the Magpies at 17, and is raring to go after having 2009 off.

"Local Ettalong resident and Everglades Country Club green keeper Matt Riddle was recently named Central Coast Rugby League Representative Player Of The Year and scored 154 Points for Erina this year.

"The speedy centre has first grade experience with South Sydney and will play a strong leadership role within the club.

"Staunch Roosters Sean Stevenson, Craig Rodgers, Scott Wilesmith and Dean Werner have re-signed with the club as has tough forward Jay Ramirez who missed 2009 with a knee injury."

Press release, 30 Sep 2009 Peter Read, Woy Woy Rugby League Football Club