With finals on the horizon, Round 6 was nothing short of exhilarating in the Junior Statewide Competitions with thrilling performances across the board.
Competitions across the state have captivated fans, showcasing intense matchups and stellar athleticism.
Each game delivered excitement - from spectacular tries to insane finishes.
Teams have battled fiercely for every point, as the stakes rise higher with each round heading into finals.
Among the standout performances, both the Mackay Cutters and Tweed Seagulls have carved their names as undefeated forces, heightening the anticipation for future clashes.
The camaraderie, skill, and passion displayed by all the teams have made this week’s round of fixtures unforgettable.
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Tweed Seagulls 18 def Burleigh Bears 12 at UAA Park
In a tightly contested match at UAA Park, the Tweed Seagulls maintained their undefeated streak this season with an 18-12 victory over the Burleigh Bears.
The game showcased some standout performances, including a double from Cooper Bai, who was key to the Seagulls' success.
Despite the Seagulls' offensive efforts, the Bears were never far behind, with Phillip Coates scoring two tries of his own, keeping the match competitive throughout.
Mackay Cutters 24 def Central Queensland Capras 12 at Rugby Park
The Mackay Cutters continued their undefeated run with a solid 24-12 victory over the Capras at Rugby Park.
Zane Elletson shone with a dominant performance, scoring two tries, while Flynn Battaia was perfect with the boot, adding four goals.
The Cutters showcased their strength on both sides of the ball, ensuring their spot near the top of the standings.
Western Clydesdales 32 def Sunshine Coast Falcons 22 at Toowoomba Sports Ground
In a thrilling encounter at Toowoomba Sports Ground, the Western Clydesdales secured their first win of the season, defeating the Sunshine Coast Falcons 32-22.
Ethan Brose was the standout player, achieving a remarkable hat-trick, while Adam Davis' four goals provided crucial points to seal the victory.
The Clydesdales showed great resilience, bouncing back from earlier defeats to claim an important victory at home.
Northern Pride 30 def Townsville Blackhawks 16 at Jack Manski Oval
The Pride showcased their prowess with a strong 30-16 win over the Blackhawks, highlighted by quick strikes in the opening minutes of the game to secure an early lead.
Mafiou Cherif looked comfortable on the field as he crossed the white paint for a double.
Despite a valiant second-half fight from the Blackhawks, the Pride were just too strong on the day.
Redcliffe Dolphins 48 def Wynnum Manly Seagulls 0 at Kayo Stadium
In a blowout victory, the Redcliffe Dolphins dominated the Wynnum Manly Seagulls with a staggering 48-nil scoreline.
Remarkably, Reeco Kirk found himself scoring twice in only two minutes of gameplay.
What was most impressive was not the strong offensive effort, but the team’s resilient defence that led to the Dolphins keeping the Seagulls scoreless.
Souths Logan Magpies 44 def Norths Devils 18 at Marsden State High School
The Magpies made quick work of the Devils on Saturday, led by a balanced offensive effort, including significant contributions from Elsiyah Laumatia, who bagged a double and David Bryenton, who kicked six from eight conversions.
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Burleigh Bears 22 drew Brisbane Tigers 22 at UAA Park
A rare Wednesday make-up game was a thrilling match that showcased resilience from both teams, as Burleigh Bears and Brisbane Tigers played to an entertaining draw.
The Bears were led by tries from Gabrielle Lolohea, Liarna Barber-Salvation, Brianna Toopi, and Bella Thompson, while Samara Mackay-D succeeded with three conversions, one of which was a fortunate penalty goal.
The Tigers matched them in the effort, with Liliele Vaitolo, Zerenity Tuala, Lishainah Ulugia, and Namoe Gesa all crossing the line, as Lishainah Ulugia also converted her three tries.
It was a gripping showcase of skill, with both teams finishing on equal terms.
Norths Devils 24 def Souths Logan Magpies 22 at Marsden State High School
In a fierce contest, the Norths Devils edged out Souths Logan Magpies by just two points.
The Devils displayed a balanced attack with tries from Selupevaelei Sipaia, Eva Steers, Te Ngaroahiahi Fanua Awhina Rimoni, Riana Le'afa-Paki, and Courtney Tyrell.
Bailey Webb added two goals to seal the victory.
Despite producing a strong performance, including two tries from Danielle-Elizabeth Tutakangahau, the Magpies fell short, demonstrating that they will continue to fight for their first win of the season.
Sunshine Coast Falcons 32 def Western Clydesdales 12 at Toowoomba Sports Ground
The Sunshine Coast Falcons maintained their strong form with a commanding 32-12 victory over the Western Clydesdales.
With a dominant performance, the Falcons scored tries through Bliss Wilkins, Jessica Cross, Lila Parr, Mia Vines, Dianne Ladewig, and Takoda Thompson. Mackayla Champion and Deena Budby successfully converted three goals, showcasing an impressive attacking display.
The Clydesdales managed two tries from Charlotte Collie and Mia Byrnes off the back, but they struggled to keep pace, ultimately succumbing to a tough defeat.
Mackay Cutters 36 def Central Queensland Capras 12 at Rugby Park
The Mackay Cutters continued their unbeaten streak by overpowering the CQ Capras with a decisive 36-12 victory.
The home side was bolstered by a standout performance, featuring a double from Selina Cowley and Cecilia Misob, who also contributed four goals.
Despite a solid effort from the Capras, with tries from Lyndell Malone and Caydence Fouracre, they remain winless this season whilst the Cutters remain undefeated.
The Capras are now facing an uphill battle as they seek to turn their fortunes around.
Brisbane Tigers 46 def Ipswich Jets 0 at Totally Workwear Stadium
In an overwhelming display, the Brisbane Tigers cruised to a massive 46-nil victory over the Ipswich Jets.
Sienna Ibrahim was the star of the match, scoring a hat trick, while Fleur Ginn added two tries, alongside Lishainah Ulugia contributing four successful conversions.
The Tigers showcased their clear offensive dominance, whilst the Jets struggled to get into the game, ending the match without a single score and remaining winless this season.
Tweed Seagulls 28 def Burleigh Bears 12 at UAA Park
The Tweed Seagulls put on a strong performance to take down the Burleigh Bears with a score of 28-12.
Early scorer, Savannah Roberts-Hickling also slotted four-from-five conversions, showcasing her impressive offensive abilities.
The Bears attempted to mount a comeback with two tries from Bella Thompson, but ultimately, the Seagulls' offensive prowess proved too much for them.
Redcliffe Dolphins 20 def Wynnum Manly Seagulls 8 at Kayo Stadium
The Redcliffe Dolphins secured a solid 20-8 victory against the Wynnum Manly Seagulls.
Despite the loss, the Seagulls fought valiantly with tries from KC Campbell and Taya Bowie.
The Dolphins, powered by tries from Tia Molo, Grace Filipo, Deleni Paitai, and Bernadette Papani, showed effective gameplay that kept their opponents at bay.
Wynnum Manly remains winless as they seek their first points of the season.
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Wynnum Manly Seagulls 12 def Tweed Seagulls 6 at Piggabeen Sports Complex
In a closely contested Wednesday make-up match due to Cyclone Alfred, Wynnum Manly managed to edge out and hand the Tweed Seagulls their first loss of the season, thanks to tries from Billo Wotton and Barry Taukolo.
Tweed fought hard, with Viliami Fifita scoring their sole try and Sam Wall adding the extras but ultimately fell just short of claiming a win.
Sunshine Coast Falcons 22 def Western Clydesdales 14 at Toowoomba Sports Ground
The Sunshine Coast Falcons showcased their offensive prowess in a strong win over the Western Clydesdales.
Kaidan Jarrett, Cash Bennett, Makani Madgwick, and Jett Ryan each crossed the line for tries, while Taj Kuhl added three goals.
Despite valiant efforts from Alastair MacLachlan, Charlie Barnes, and Jack Curtin, who all scored for the Clydesdales, the Falcons held on for a solid win.
Mackay Cutters 46 def Central Queensland Capras 22 at Rugby Park
The Mackay Cutters delivered an impressive blowout victory against the CQ Capras, dominating the match with a remarkable eight tries.
Calvin Ramos contributed significantly with two tries, while Grange Womal showcased his kicking accuracy with seven of a possible eight successful conversions.
The Capras scored four tries, including efforts from Parker Gallagher and Jay Marsh, but were unable to keep pace with the offensive onslaught from Mackay.
Norths Devils 44 def Souths Logan Magpies 4 at Marsden State High School
In a stunning performance, the Norths Devils steamrolled the Souths Logan Magpies, securing a massive victory.
Ethan Grimshaw, James Grey, Timahna Tandy, and Karter Iva quickly opened up the scoreline in retaliation to a lightning-fast try from Mapies Lexin Hill in the first minute of play.
However, the quick try still wasn’t enough to get the momentum rolling in this one-sided contest.
Ipswich Jets 28 def Wide Bay Bulls 6 at Brothers Sports Ground, Bundaberg
The Ipswich Jets put forth a solid team effort to secure a well-deserved win against the Wide Bay Bulls.
With two early tries from Tomi Wilson, the Jets displayed their attacking flair. Harrison Vidler's four conversions ensured that Ipswich maintained control throughout the match.
Despite Thomas Taipari’s sole try for the Bulls, they struggled to make an impact as they continue to search for the first win of the season.
Tweed Seagulls 20 def Burleigh Bears 16 at UAA Park
In an exciting showdown, Tweed Seagulls emerged victorious over the Burleigh Bears by a narrow margin.
Viliami Fifita led the charge with a brace of tries, supported by Jai Bilish and Austin Desmond who also scored.
The Bears pushed back fiercely with tries from Kingston Seve and Cornelius Kelsall, but their efforts fell just short.
Both teams did the majority of their damage in the first half before a strong focus on defensive effort in the second half resulted in neither team being able to add any additional points.
Wynnum Manly Seagulls 42 def Redcliffe Dolphins 10 at Kayo Stadium
The Wynnum Manly Seagulls delivered a resounding performance in a commanding win over the winless Redcliffe Dolphins.
Bailen Noy is wasting no time, collecting a try in the second minute of play. Followed by Ezekiel Jones, Barry Taukolo, Devine Timu, Daniel Cash, and Majah-Jose Peachey, all scoring tries, while Dean Tauaa added two more to the tally.
Lachlan Hooker converted five kicks to blow out the score. Redcliffe managed to respond with efforts from Kyron Arthy and Dallas Carmody, but the Seagulls’ dominance was evident throughout the match.
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Brisbane Tigers 46 def Burleigh Bears 16 at UAA Park
A Wednesday make-up game due to Cyclone Alfred saw the Brisbane Tigers continue their impressive undefeated streak, dominating the Burleigh Bears with a convincing 46-16 victory.
Enah Desic was a standout player, not only scoring a try but also contributing five goals.
Tiahna Kanawi shone with four tries, showcasing her incredible speed and skill. The Tigers’ powerful attack proved too much for the Bears, who struggled to keep pace despite attempts from Marley Tauri, Jayda Collins and Chezaan Kainui.
This victory keeps the Tigers atop the table.
Sunshine Coast Falcons 16 def Western Clydesdales 10 at Toowoomba Sports Ground
In a tightly contested match, the Sunshine Coast Falcons edged out the Western Clydesdales with a narrow 16-10 win.
Lily Bain and Tahlee Donald put in solid performances - scoring tries to secure the Falcons’ early lead.
The Clydesdales fought hard, with Sedeequa Nelson notably scoring a try in the opening seconds of the game, but ultimately fell short in a thrilling finish, leaving both teams eager to build on their performances in future matches.
Central Queensland Capras 28 def Mackay Cutters 4 at Rugby Park
The Capras displayed their dominance with a strong 28-4 victory against the Mackay Cutters.
Jorgie Mitchell was remarkable, scoring two tries, one in the first minute of the game.
The Capras’ offence was relentless, and despite a late try from Jade Williams for the Cutters, it wasn't enough to shift the momentum.
The Capras remain firmly in second place, undefeated alongside the Brisbane Tigers.
Souths Logan Magpies 50 def Norths Devils 8 at Marsden State High School
The Souths Logan Magpies delivered a stunning blowout victory against the Norths Devils, winning 50-8.
Marmie Nati shone brightly with a hat trick, while Janique Mili also had an outstanding performance, contributing two tries and four goals.
The Magpies’ balanced attack overwhelmed the Devils, who managed only two tries from Paige Stagg and Simaima Vainga.
This decisive win solidifies the Magpies' position as a formidable force in the league.
Ipswich Jets 46 def Wide Bay Bulls 0 at Brothers Sports Ground, Bundaberg
The Ipswich Jets secured a dominant 46-nil win over the Wide Bay Bulls, marking an incredible shutout performance.
Briella Gray, Ebony-Rose Te Kura, and Goretti Paese each scored two tries, with Amber Collins converting five goals to cap off the Jets’ offensive onslaught.
The Bulls struggled to find their rhythm, remaining winless this season as the Jets displayed a comprehensive display of skill and teamwork.
Tweed Seagulls 22 def Burleigh Bears 20 at UAA Park
In the closest game of the round, the Tweed Seagulls narrowly defeated the Burleigh Bears 22-20.
With the score tight, the Seagulls clinched the victory courtesy of successful kicking by Torah Luadaka, who scored three crucial goals, helping her team edge out the Bears’ five unsuccessful attempts.
The match was filled with thrilling moments, featuring a strong effort from Isabella Brown and Kyla Price for the Bears, but ultimately, the Seagulls celebrated a tightly contested win in the closing minutes of the game.
Redcliffe Dolphins 42 def Wynnum Manly Seagulls 4 at Kayo Stadium
The Redcliffe Dolphins cruised to an impressive 42-4 victory over the Wynnum Manly Seagulls, showcasing their offensive prowess.
Nanina Defty stood out by scoring two tries, and Mya Tronc also made a significant impact with her four goals.
While Sienna Close-Chilly managed to score the lone try for the Seagulls, it was a tough day for them as they are still seeking their first win of the season.
The Dolphins' convincing performance continues to lift them in the standings.
