The Burdekin Roosters are down to face Western Lions for the second time in three weeks with all the players gearing up for what will be an intense weekend with the Roosters still reflecting on their 26 nil defeat held three weeks ago at Rugby Park against Western Lions.
The Roosters were contending with a heavy penalty count against them, and had two players receive suspensions, Kali Nauque, and Epi Kikau. Since defeating the Roosters, the Western Lions have remined on top, going on to beat Centrals by 6 points, with Roosters going down again, this time against premiership leaders, Souths. Despite the loss, the Roosters’ defence against Souths was heavily praised by all who witnesses the event.
Coach, Steve Lansley will be concentrating on finishing off promising attacking moves to combat weaknesses to deliver better outcomes in future games. Lansley is yet to be informed on Cowboy or Blackhawk allocations; however, he’s expecting to have front rower, Christian Gale from the Hawks.
There are speculations Dudley Dotoi could keep his spot having played on the team last Saturday, and kudos has been earned by Henry Teuteu, however Jeremiah Matuate could come back into play from a knee injury. Both Hayde Munro and Hayden Lammon were out with injuries in the game against the Souths, but after resting up for the week, are expected to make a return along with winger Nemia Nawave, and centre Tomasi. Also against the Souths, Iowhani Cavuilati made an impressive debut, receiving praise.
The Reserves will have a bye with Bowen playing the Lions in reserves, and Under 20s at the Junior Rugby League grounds in Townsville.
In other games this weekend, Charters Towers will host Norths on Saturday with Brothers playing Herbert River and Souths meeting Centrals on Sunday.
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The Hens are set to play the undefeated Western Lions who have taken out wins in both games of the season, 44 – 12 and 28 – 16.
The Western Lions are sitting on 18 points from 6 wins, and 3 byes to the Hens 16 points from 4 wins and 4 byes.
The Hens abandoned their game plan when faced against the Western Lions last in Ayr, giving the ball air, which did not please coach, Anita Hagarty. Toni Daisy and Margie Orourkev were injured in the game, however, should be back on the field along with Talisha Bulgarelliu. Abby King is expected to be fully fit to play and she, like Logan Roncato, Martina and Stephanie Monday are dangerous in possession.
Contributed with thanks to Brian Carnes.
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