The Penrith Rams put together two encouraging performances against UTS last Saturday at Greygums Oval, coming away with a win and a narrow loss.
The seniors came within 16 points of upsetting the third placed Bats in what was a tight struggle all day. After trailing by just two points at the long break, the Rams gave it their all in the second half but just fell short.
The absence of key position player David Cummings due to injury, along with classy on-ballers Kris Wozniak and Aidan Thompson, proved to be the difference in the side getting the victory.
Final scores were UTS 9-11-65 to Penrith 7-7-49.
David Bradley was Penrith’s best in the midfield, with Sam Lockhart, John Keane and Michael Morgan others to do well. Jason Bradley continues to be a target up forward, booting three goals.
With the U/18’s having the week off, a number of the boys took the opportunity to have a much needed run in the reserves. Their addition proved to be a great fillip for the side as they posted an upset 15 point victory over the Bats to throw that competition’s finals race wide open. Except for some inaccurate finishing in front of goal the margin could have been far bigger.
Final scores were Penrith 10-13-73 to UTS 9-4-58.
Match Report Reserve Grade
Reserve grade had their best win of the year on the weekend, against a team that is going to figure well in the finals. With half the team made up from the under 18's who weren't playing on the day, the Rams started the game full of running.
Kyle McDonagh was best on ground for Penrith, with Craig Saad making a welcome return to the club to put in a strong effort. The older hands in Dale Perry, Christian Knight and Jon Barry also did well, with the youngsters in John Spicer and Nick Edwards putting on the finishing touches with two goals apiece.
With a great mixture of the youth playing along side some of the older players, the Rams dominated the first half, however poor conversion once again kept the visitors in the game. With Kyle McDonagh showing his class playing in the centre and with great targets in John Spicer and Nick Edwards up forward, kicking four goals between them the Rams kicked away in the second half and went on for a 15 point win. Craig Saad playing in his first game of the year had a great game on the wing, getting plenty of possessions and setting up alot of the attacking plays. Dale Perry, Christian Knight and Daniel Corboy also had their usual strong games all around the ground. The "Red Cow" coaches award went to Kyle McDonagh for his best on ground performance, however all the under 18's that played, had outstanding games and showed they could easily play and dominate in this competition.
This weekend sees the Rams hosting Pennant Hills in the seniors, whilst Manly are the visitors in the reserves and U/18’s.
Match Results
Under 18's
Penrith Rams def Pennant Hills Demons (forfeit) Penrith awarded match 15.5-95 to 0.0-0
Div 4
Penrith Rams 10.13-73 def UTS 9.4-58
PENRITH
Goal Kickers: N. Edwards 2, J. Spicer 2, D. Perry, D. Corboy, K. McDonagh, J. Barry, C. Knight, J. Colquhoun
Best Players: K. McDonagh, C. Saad, D. Perry, C. Knight, J. Barry, J. Weller
Div 3
Penrith Rams 7.7-49 def by UTS 9.11-65
PENRITH
Goal Kickers: J. Bradley 3, T. Corless, J. Anasis, B. Cooke, A. West
Best Players: D. Bradley, S. Lockhart, J. Keane, M. Morgan, J. Anasis, R. Low
Last Modified on 21/04/2010 22:52