Lions win against Avoca Beach in 'minor upset'
Woy Woy Lions have defeated Avoca Beach by 31 points to 27 at Woy Woy Oval in round six of rugby union on Saturday, May 15, in what was described as a minor upset.
"Woy Woy was able to outlast the visitors in this contest, in what proved a topsy turvy match," said Central Coast Rugby Union president Mr Larry Thomson.
"Woy Woy Woy got away to a great start and, before very long into the match, were leading by 12 points to nil.
"It was just the start they wanted.
"However for the remainder of the first half, and early into the second half, it was Avoca Beach who did all of the scoring.
"By halftime, Avoca Beach had fought back and had jumped to the lead by 14 points to 12.
"Many people thought they would go on with it from that point.
"They did for awhile into the second half.
"Avoca Beach scored two tries early in the second half and it was not long before they had opened up a handy lead of 24 points to 12.
"At this point, Avoca Beach had scored 24 unanswered points in the match.
"However Woy Woy was not to be outdone.
"From the middle stages of the second stanza until the end of the match, Woy Woy stormed home with three tries.
"They had taken the lead and they remained in front on the scoreboard until the final whistle.
"It was a very pleasing effort by the home team and one that shows that, in this year's competition, no team can be taken lightly.
"Best players for Woy Woy on the day were five-eight Vetaia Sinalevu, who posted 11 personal points, No.8 Philip Shaw, and halfback Zac Doak- Stride."
SOURCE:
Media release, 16 May 2021