A sea of green and black on the hill at the Calamvale ground has helped inspire Park Ridge’s under 12s to a 30-point elimination final victory.
The astounding display of support provided the background to a solid win, with the Pirates defeating Ambrose Treacy College 8.3 (51) to 3.3 (21).
While they still have work to do, the team’s second and third efforts were good, with tackling drills completed at training last week paying dividends.
This team continues to improve every week.
The back line was awesome, repelling attack after attack. The centres led the charge, winning rucks and clearances.
The play of the forwards was also key, kicking straight and locking the ball in for more chances at the goals.
The Pirates will have to do it all again on Friday night, when they will take on Morningside at Sandgate. Start time is 6.15pm.
Next week, the Pirates’ under 14s will start their finals campaign after finishing on top of the ladder.
