Shark Attack Volume 2.5 10 May 2025 by cjrl01

NRL Code of Conduct

# Remember – all participants at CJRL fixtures are subject to the NRL Code of Conduct

CODE OF CONDUCT – SPECTATOR/PARENT

✓ Condemn all violent or illegal acts, whether they are by players, coaches, officials, parents or spectators.

✓ Respect the referee’s decisions – don’t complain or argue about calls or decisions during or after a game.

✓ Behave! Unsportsman like language, harassment or aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated.

✓ Encourage players to play by the rules and to respect opposition players and officials.

✓ Never ridicule or scorn a player for making a mistake – respect their efforts.

✓ Understand that sport is part of a total life experience, and the benefits of involvement go far beyond the final score of a game.

✓ Participate in positive cheering that encourages the players in the team you are supporting; do not engage in any cheering that taunts or intimidate opponents, their fans or officials.

✓ Remember that children participate in Rugby League for their own enjoyment, not yours!

✓ At all times, follow the directions of the Ground Manager and/or other match day staff.

✓ Never arrive at a CJRL game under the influence of alcohol, never bring alcohol to a CJRL game and only drink alcohol, if it is available at senior fixtures, in a responsible manner in the designated licensed area.

Cronulla Junior Rugby League wishes to acknowledge our partners who are supporting the delivery of senior and junior Rugby League in 2025

Senior Competition Naming Rights Partner

Female Pathways Partner

Sharks News

Applications are now open for players and staff interested in being part of the 2025 Male Sharks Winter Academy program.

*Please note: this is a MALE-ONLY program. Details on how to apply for the 2025 Female Winter Academy will be provided in the coming weeks.*

An integral part of the Sharks pathways system, the Winter Academy is open to players registered and playing with Cronulla-Sutherland District junior clubs.

Squads will be assembled in the under 14s, 15s, 16s and 18s age groups following trials at the Cronulla High School fields on Monday, June 2.

Successful applicants will be contacted with further information. Triallists will be required to complete a waiver form – please see below.

Players selected in the final squads will take part in a training block and games aimed at preparing them to advance to NSWRL Junior Representative level.

Staff roles include coaches, sports trainers, physiotherapists, equipment coordinators, strength and conditioners, team managers and ground announcers/timers. Interviews are by invite only.

Applications close on Friday, May 30, with Winter Academy training sessions to commence on Monday, June 16.

(Photo: Adam Wrightson)

BarTV Coverage

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Milestone Games

A big congratulations to 50-gamers this weekend at Yarrawarrah, Daniel Crawford and Sonny Faughey.

And a great achievement for Cameron Allan this weekend with 100 games for the Tigers, played over a wide spread of years.

Milestone Games

Chase Tile plays his 50th game of Rugby League this week!

Jett Jones played his 150th game for the Dragons last weekend.

Match Officials News

CJRL match officials on duty at NSWRL junior rep grand finals – (L to R) Rami Abu-Mansour, Sal Marigliano, and Josh Blackman.

Young Officials Shine on Grand Final Day

Saturday, May 3, 2025, wasn’t just about big plays and thrilling tries it was also a standout day for some of Cronulla Sutherland Referees brightest young officials, who delivered exceptional performances across all Junior Representative Grand Finals at Leichhardt Oval.

In the Lisa Fiaola Cup Grand Final, Rami Abu-Mansour did a brilliant job in the in-goal role, backing up big calls to see Parramatta claim a historic 26–10 win over the Central Coast Roosters. His focus and positioning proved invaluable.

Meanwhile, in the Tarsha Gale Cup Grand Final, touch judge Josh Blackman impressed on the sideline as the Eels stormed back from a 16–0 deficit to beat the Roosters Indigenous Academy 28–16. Blackman’s sharp eyes and confidence ensured the contest was decided on merit, with players and coaches alike appreciating his consistency.

Match Officials News

Lastly, in the SG Ball Cup Grand Final, referee Sal Marigliano was cool, calm, and in complete control as the Sydney Roosters pulled off a heart-stopping 33–26 extra-time win over the Parramatta Eels. With the game tied after a dramatic finish in regular time, Marigliano’s composure and fair judgment helped keep things flowing smoothly in a pressure-packed atmosphere. His effort was a testament to how far he’s come and how far he’s headed in the officiating world.

Together, all of these officials weren’t just part of the games they helped make them great!

Action from Junior Games – Round 3

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(Photos: Adam Wrightson)

Action

Round 3 Bosco v Como-Jannali U14 silver clash.

Club News

The Gymea Gorillas have an upcoming Sponsors and Life Members event.

Club News

Menai Roosters are inviting all former players to join them for Old Boys day.

Volunteer Expression of Interest

CJRL are looking for any interested people to help us out at major events in 2025.

If you are interested please click on the link below and complete the EOI form.

REGISTRATION LINK FOR VOLUNTEERS

Power Waste Management Stats Update

Links to all Competition Ladders

U13 – Open Age Southern Conference / Corridor Competitions

https://www.playrugbyleague.com/Competitions/Association/southerncorridor-competitions-453421

CJRL Competitions – Age competitions up to u12 and Bluestag

https://www.playrugbyleague.com/Competitions/Association/cronullasutherla nd-jrl-72

BarTV Coverage

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Give Back With a BarTV Sports Subscription

Sign up to subscribe to view live streamed fixtures from Power Waste Management Cup, Plate and Emerging Cup competitions, as well as NSWRL fixtures from NSW Cup, Jersey Flegg, junior representative finals and more.

This weeks Match of the Round is De La Salle v Bosco from Captain Cook Oval at 1.30pm on Saturday with match commentary from BarTV.

All open age gold competition matches on Saturday will be live streamed, along with other senior games at that venue.

Head to https://www.cronullajrl.com.au/game-day to view live streamed games.

Thanks to Able Hire Kirrawee who provide CJRL clubs with resources to make BarTV live streaming possible

Power Waste Management Cup Player of the Year

Player of the Year update brought to you by

Bosco v Gymea Hayden McCrea (Gym) Nick Pantellis (Gym) Jordan Hollis (Bos) Joeys v Como-Jannali Max De Meio (Joeys) Daniel Rakena (Joeys) Lachlan Scarpelli (Joeys)

Engadine v De La Salle Eli Levido (DLS) Logan Kepu (Eng) Jack Field (DLS)

Club News

SCORE Sharks Make Their Footy Debut

Sunday, May 4th was a special day at Scylla Bay Oval as the SCORE Sharks laced up their boots for their very first game of rugby league against the ComoJannali Crocs. This milestone match marked the beginning of a meaningful new chapter in inclusive sport within the Cronulla-Sutherland District Junior Rugby League.

The SCORE Sharks are a team made up of people living with disability, brought together through a proud partnership between the Cronulla Sharks and The Disability Trust – Miranda/SES Region. Led by NRLW star and Cronulla Sharks Equal Access Program Lead, Emma Verran, this collaboration is part of a broader commitment to provide inclusive sporting opportunities and ensure that everyone in our community has the chance to experience the joy and camaraderie of rugby league.

A huge thank you to the Cronulla-Sutherland JRL, its clubs, and especially the Como-Jannali Crocs for welcoming the SCORE Sharks so warmly and embracing the inclusive format of the match. Special thanks also goes to the Cronulla Referees association, whose support and flexibility helped make the day a success.

This program will continue to build over the coming weeks and will culminate in a showcase exhibition game at Sharks Stadium on June 12th, where the SCORE Sharks will take on their local rivals, the SCORE Dragons. We can’t wait to see these inspiring teams run out under the lights in what promises to be a fantastic celebration of inclusive rugby league.

Vinh Tran

Action from the Score Sharks v Como-Jannali u14s on Sunday.

(Photos: Adam Wrightson)

Team of the Week

What an achievement by Yarrawarrah’s U14 leaguetag team. After forming in 2024 and not winning a game, they broke their duck when the toppled neighbours Engadine 20-8 in front of a vcal home crowd on Sunday.

That’s the type of achievement that deserves the Team of the Week accolade.

(Photo: Yarra Tigers Facebook)