Shark Attack Volume 2.5 10 May 2025

Volume 2 No. 5.

10 May 2025

Score Sharks played their first game against CJRL junior teams with a clash against Como-Jannali u14s on Sunday.

(Photo: Adam Wrightson)

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Despite neighbouring districts being forced to cancel fixtures across the weekend, pleasingly CJRL were able to schedule all games with some minor alterations to venues for a small number of fixtures. Thanks to all clubs who adjusted to these minor changes.

On another positive note, I am pleased to advise that our registration numbers for 2025 have again set a new benchmark, with a new high of 6149 participants as at last round.

For those lucky enough to be at Scylla Bay Oval last Sunday, the Score Sharks match v Como-Jannali U14s was truly a wonderful Rugby League experience and an example of inclusion at its best.

The Score Sharks will take on Aquinas u13s at 10.10am at Blaxland Oval this Sunday. I implore everyone involved with CJRL to catch one of the Score Sharks games in the coming weeks.

A mention to Aquinas and Como-Jannali who have both started the u18 gold southern corridor competition with two strong wins, and now face off at Scylla Bay Oval at 12.30pm on Sunday in what should be a great game.

John Mannah Chairman – Cronulla Junior Rugby League

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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.

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This Weeks Games Power Waste Management Gold Cup Round 5 – Saturday 10 May Anzac Oval Competition

Team 1

PWM Cup

Engadine

Competition

Team 1

PWM CUP PMW Plate PMW Emerging Cup

De La Salle De La Salle De La Salle

Competition

Team 1

PMW Cup PMW Plate PWM Emerging Cup

Gymea Gymea Gymea

Competition

Team 1

PMW Emerging Cup

Taren Point

Competition

Team 1

PWM Emerging Cup

Kingsgrove

Competition

Team 1

PWM Plate PWM Emerging Cup

Hurstville Hurstville

Competition

Team 1

PWM Emerging Cup

Renown

Competition

Team 1

PWM Plate

Arncliffe

V

Team 2

Time

Joeys

2.50pm

Captain Cook Oval V V V

Team 2

Time

Bosco Bosco Cronulla Caringbah

1.30pm 12.00pm 10.50pm

Corea Oval V V V

Team 2

Time

Como-Jannali Como-Jannali Taren Point

3.00pm 1.30pm 12.10pm

Gwawley Oval V

Team 2

Time

Menai

3.30pm

Beverley Hills Park V

Team 2

Time

Bosco

3.20pm

Bexley Oval V V

Team 2

Time

Renown Aquinas

3.10pm 12.50pm

Renown Park V

Team 2

Time

Engadine

12.40pm

Team 2

Time

Aquinas

12.35pm

Cahill Oval

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Important Notice

Players need to be aware that offensive language may incur a penalty by the match official in any fixture.

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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

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Partner Spotlight

A big welcome to our new Female Pathways Partner, Johhny Gios.

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Sharks News

(Photo: Adam Wrightson)

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.

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For any questions regarding the Male Winter Academy training program, please contact Bryce Gentle – bgentle@sharks.com.au.

CLICK HERE for the player trial application form.

CLICK HERE for the trial waiver form.

CLICK HERE for the staff application form.

NRLW GIRLS CLINIC – FREE EVENT Girls aged 8–16, this one’s for you!

Join us at Sharks Stadium on May 24 for a fun, active, and empowering NRLW Girls Clinic from 11:00am to 12:30pm.

Learn new skills Meet Sharks NRLW players Make new friends And most importantly—have fun!

Register now: https://bit.ly/4jlj1t7

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BarTV Coverage

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Subscribe now and select your favourite CJRL club, and your account will provide access to more games than ever before, including every CJRL game covered by BarTV in 2025.

Download the BarTV app today to get access.

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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.

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Milestone Games

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

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

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Milestone Games

Much cause for celebrations for the Engadine u16 gold team with Kobe Meadows (100 games) Lucas Cousemaker (150 games) and Hugo Curtis (100 games) all being recognised.

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Milestone Games

A big congratulations to Kye Robson who will play his 200 th game for the Dragons in Saturday’s Power Waste Management Cup game against Joeys.

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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.

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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!

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Action from Junior Games – Round 3

Action from the Round 3 Bosco v Como-Jannali U14 silver clash.

(Photos: Adam Wrightson)

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Southern Corridor Competitions Round two of NSWRL Southern Corridor Competitions got underway across last weekend.

Results for CJRL teams were: U18 gold (male) Como-Jannali 30 d Corrimal 0 Aquinas 28 d De La Salle 4 U18 silver (male) Taren Point 26 dw Kingsgrove 26 Open Women – Gold Shellharbour 26 d Engadine 0 Cronulla Caringbah 34 d The Oaks 0 Under 18 Girls Engadine 46 d Kingsgrove 4 Taren Point 46 d Camden 0

Cronulla-Caringbah and The Oaks Tigers Open Women’s teams after their clash.

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Club News On the Saturday the Engadine Dragons mini dragons program commenced for 2025.

A healthy 57 registered participants this season.

They all had so much fun playing tug-of-war and participating in some footy drills.

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

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

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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

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Power Waste Management Stats Update

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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

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Power Waste Management Cup Stats Update

Rory Brownlee Tom Garrido Max De Meio Daniel Rakena

LEADING TRYSCORERS De La Salle Joeys Bosco Joeys

3 3 3 3

LEADING POINTSCORERS Daneil Rakena Ryan Burke Eli Levido Max De Meio

An Engadine “mini-dragon”

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Joeys Bosco De La Salle Joeys

28 24 20 18

Partner Spotlight

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We welcome John Ryan Freight Services as a new partner of CJRL.

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BarTV Coverage 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.

(refer to link below) Give Back With a BarTV Sports Subscription

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

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Power Waste Management Cup Player of the Year

Player of the Year update brought to you by

POWER WASTE MANAGEMENT OPEN GOLD CUP – PLAYER OF THE YEAR Round 4 3 points 2 points 1 point 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)

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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)

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Player of the Week c

Thanks to the great support of Sharks Kareela, our “Player of the Week” award is from the Power Waste Management Cup Bosco v Gymea match, Gymea #9 Hayden McCrae, for the 2nd week in a row.

Hayden will receive a $25 voucher to spend on food and beverages at Sharks Kareela and a $25 merchandise voucher to spend on Sharks merchandise.

Congratulations Hayden.

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Player of the Week

Thanks to our new Female Pathways Partner, Johnny Gio’s, female player of the week award goes to Lyla Hoban from Engadine u18 girl’s tackle team.

Lyla was a standout in her team’s dominant win over Kingsgrove on Saturday.

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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)

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Team Liaison Officer  Each team must provide a “Team Liaison Officer” (TLO) who will act as a contact point for the Ground Manager during fixtures at CJRL venues. Should supporters /spectators from either club behave in a manner that would previously been dealt with by the Ground Manager, from this point the Ground Manager will engage the relevant Team Liaison Officer to address this issue with the spectators involved.  The Ground Manager at each venue will hold two Hi-Vis Pink vests that each Team Liaison Officer will be required to wear during the course of the match so they can be easily identified. The TLO is to make themselves known to the Ground Manager prior to the start of the match, and names of each TLO recorded on match sheets.  The Team Liaison Officer will be required to remain near the bench area for his or her team during the match, but remain outside the roped/fenced playing area.  Ground Managers and Team Liaison Officers shall not be permitted to drink alcohol prior to or whilst acting in these roles.  The Team Liaison Officer will be required to assist in resolving any situation that may occur relating to their teams’ spectators/supporters. ie: trying to calm the situation down before it escalates.  The Team Liaison Officer will work with and assist the Ground Manager. The Ground Manager still has the responsibility of maintaining control of spectators, interchange bench areas, and liaising with match officials, this is not the role of the Team Liaison Officer.  At the end of the match the Hi-Vis Pink vest is to be handed back to the Ground Manager (not left on the interchange bench or on the ground).  The Team Liaison Officer (as per the Ground Manager) should be a person capable of maintaining a calm demeanour and be a minimum of 18 years of age. Ideally the TLO would be someone closely aligned with the team but cannot be carrying out an accredited match day role (coach, trainer etc).

WITHOUT EACH TEAM LIAISON OFFICER BEING IN PLACE ALONG WITH THE GROUND MANAGER, THE MATCH OFFICIAL MAY REQUEST THE GROUND MANAGER ADDRESS THIS IMMEDIATELY BEFORE THE MATCH COMMENCES

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Partner Spotlight

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Round 2 Team Lists

POWER WASTE MANAGEMENT CUP Saturday 10 May 1.30pm Captain Cook Oval

Referee: Matthew Schild De La Salle Jack Field Kurt Montgomery Cameron Goodger Will Stewart Conor McFadden Eli Levido Jack Taper Tyson Jackson Matt Andrews Nathan Fletcher Ben Mabon Andrew Fifita Lachlan Woodger Nathan Skinner Riley Lester Lumafalue Lualua Kai Capelin AJ Lealaiauloto

Jarrod Dykes Scott Faddy Troy Augustus/Lachlan Smyth/ Andrew Faddy

Match of the Round with BarTV commentary

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Touch Judges: Scott Nugent/Kye Stoneham Jersey 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Coach Manager Trainers

Bosco Ryan Barden Ryan Burke Luke Mason Cooper Bowen Nathan Henderson Jake Hollis Logan Clinch Josh Studdon Jye Bowen Jordan Hollis Abraham Peters Nathan Mateer Jordan McGrath Scott Allen Blake Barden Ben Metcalfe Kurtis Smith Harry Noakes

Gavin Clinch/Mick Clinch John Metcalfe Tom Bryant/Damien Cox/Mick Wilbers

POWER WASTE MANAGEMENT CUP Saturday 10 May 3.00pm Corea Oval

Referee: Damien Simes Gymea Nick Pantellis Jack Clutterbuck Cooper Ferrow Ryan Peake Dallas Blackburn-Kingi Flynn Pickering Mitch Wynn Matt Bird Hayden McRae Jordan Bradley Hayden Budd Mitch Hodgson Josh Sidoti Logan O’Grady Dallas Collins Brendan Smith Lawson Cotter James Spencer Ethan Ward William Saunders

Luke Phillips/Paul Homann Keith O’Grady/Rick Fewtrell Ian McInnes/Paul McCormack/Grant Davies

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Touch Judges: Alexander Pruscino/Indiana Manion Jersey 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Coach Manager Trainers

Como-Jannali Marco Tetevano Harrison Cavanagh Callum Tutauha Shaun Staples Bailey Ratcliffe Jordan Bowles (c) Brendan Barnes JJ Mau Pohiva Sean Hughes Jamaine Melchior Ziggy Vaotuua Lachlan Peachey Jackson Roche Kyle Jones Hayden Clay Noah Ratcliffe Darnell Te Ahuru

Chris Coleman Kellie Stubbs Damien John/Stephen Hopkin/Isaac Lubbers

POWER WASTE MANAGEMENT CUP Saturday 10 May 2.50pm Anzac Oval

Referee: Cameron Hutchinson Engadine Luca Bento Jake Quinlivan Lachlan Colenso Aaron Hanlon Koby Lillis Keiran Levin Troy Williams Harry Franks Luke Bishop Kobey O’Brien Kye Robson Zac Topham Jayden Kepu Logan Kepu Matthew Wilson Kye Robson Ryan Levin

Mick Hughes David Gunn Brayden Colenso/Joel Hamill/Michael Robson

Touch Judges: Isabella Hills/Will Price Jersey 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Coach Manager Trainers

Joeys Kai Hillen Tom Garrido Tom Pitkethley Tyrell Fakaua Maui Wallace Daniel Rakena Max DeMeio James Finch Max Cheetham Mitch Tremain Cairo Ruri Tupou Sopoaga Tokahhiere Sopoaga Daniel Louka Nick Doberer Levi Osei Tom Gair Bailey Leach Yuri Hromow

Andy Patmore Dave Tremain Tim Jenkins / Stu Gair

All Power Waste Management Cup games covered by BarTV are live streamed and available for subscriber access at https://www.cronullajrl.com.au/game-day

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Next Round Power Waste Management Cup Round 6 – Saturday 17 May Power Waste Management Cup Joeys v De La Salle @ Kareela Oval Como-Jannali v Bosco @ Scylla Bay Oval Gymea v Engadine @ Corea Oval

Power Waste Management Plate Menai v Arncliffe @ Akuna Oval Hurstville v Taren Point @ Bexley Oval Joeys v De La Salle @ Kareela Oval Renown v Aquinas @ Renown Park Como-Jannali v Bosco @ Scylla Bay Oval

Power Waste Management Emerging Cup Engadine v Gymea @ Anzac Oval Kingsgrove v Renown @ Beverely Hills Park Aquinas v Cronulla Caringbah @ Blaxland Oval Bosco v Hurstville @ Boystown Oval Taren Point v De La Salle @ Gwawley Oval

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