Under-8s crowned League champions

A combined Under-8 side from Woy Woy Junior Rugby League Football Club has been crowned champions in their age division, winning 12 points to 8 against Penrith.

"With three wins and a draw on the day against some huge and talented sides, guts and determination were what got the boys over the line in a nail biting golden point final against a tough Penrith side," said Woy Woy Junior Rugby League publicity officer Ms Anita Uptin.

"The game was locked 8-all at the final whistle, and kick-off in extra time saw the Woy Woy boys with the wind at their backs but their strong defence held firm.

"Regaining possession, Woy Woy were unlucky not to score a try in the corner on the last tackle, but a short time later they regained possession and scored what was a very sweet golden point try."

Ms Uptin said it was truly a great effort by all the boys who were backing up from tough games the day before.

The team included Cody Baxter, Coen Church, Loughlin Kirwin, Jarrod Lynch, Benjamin Orman, Joshua Richardson, Lachlan Shaw, Liam Stone, Dean Sullivan, Jarrod Taylor and Joshua Thorndyke.

The Clubs achievements over the two weekends of the Woodberry Cup were Under 6 Champions, Under 7/1 Runners Up, Under 7/2 fifth with a depleted side due to illness, Under 8/1champions in extra time, Under 8/2 third in a close call and Under 9 champions in extra time.

Ms Uptin said the opposition in all age divisions was tough and competitive over both weekends with teams ranging from Cessnock to Penrith..

"It was beyond doubt an amazing two weekends and Woy Woy Junior Rugby League Football Club were the winners, not only the young boys, coaches, managers and trainers who make up these champion teams but also the club itself," Ms Uptin said.

"As parents, it was a proud moment to be part of the unity, sportsmanship and pride of the Bantam Roosters."

Press release, August 19 Anita Uptin, Woy Woy Junior Rugby League